Worcestershire Sauce is a beloved condiment used in many recipes, from marinades and dressings to soups and stews.
This Vegan Worcestershire Sauce gives you all the flavor of the original without all the unhealthy additives like high fructose corn syrup.
Is Worcestershire Sauce vegan?
This may surprise you, but, traditional Worcestershire Sauce contains anchovies, making it unsuitable for those following a vegan diet. Luckily, there are many vegan Worcestershire Sauce Brands available, but it’s easy to make at home too! Homemade Vegan Worcestershire Sauce doesn’t contain animal products or byproducts, making it a great option for vegans who want to add a little extra flavor to their meals!
With only 2 WW Points, my Vegan Worcestershire Sauce is also a Weight Watchers-friendly condiment. It is a great condiment to have in your pantry, no matter if you are vegan or not. It adds a depth of flavor to dishes that can be hard to replicate with other seasonings, and it’s versatile enough to be used in a variety of different ways!
Why you should try this Vegan Worcestershire Sauce Recipe
- Versatility. One of the benefits of Vegan Worcestershire Sauce is that it can be used in a variety of different ways. It’s a great addition to marinades, dressings, and sauces, and it can be used to add flavor to soups, stews, and stir-fries. It’s also a key ingredient in many classic vegan dishes, such as vegan shepherd’s pie and vegan meatloaf! The taste is also incredible! Vegan Worcestershire Sauce can be just as flavorful as traditional Worcestershire Sauce – if not even better. Plus, making Vegan Worcestershire Sauce at home is simple and cost-effective!
- Health benefits. Store-bought Worcestershire sauce often contains added sugars, high fructose corn syrup, and preservatives like sodium benzoate. This Vegan Worcestershire Sauce, on the other hand, uses natural sweeteners and no preservatives. Additionally, this WW Vegan Worcestershire Sauce recipe uses ingredients like apple cider vinegar, which has been linked to various health benefits, including improving digestion and lowering blood sugar levels. This Vegan Worcestershire Sauce may be a great option for those who want to avoid animal products, reduce their calorie intake, or have allergies and dietary restrictions!
- Weight loss-friendly. Vegan Worcestershire Sauce contains fewer calories and less sodium than traditional Worcestershire Sauce. Vegan Worcestershire Sauce is a wonderful flavor enhancer, giving that distinctive umami flavor to your bland food without adding too many extra calories. It rings in at only 2 ww points per serving.
How to make Vegan Worcestershire Sauce
Prep time: 1 hour 10 min
Cooking time: 20 min
Total time: 1 hour 30 min
Serves: 12
Ingredients in Vegan Worcestershire Sauce:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small red onion, chopped
- 1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger root, minced
- 4 dried shitake mushrooms
- 4 strips of dried wakame seaweed
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/3 cup regular soy sauce
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, unpacked
- 1 tsp spicy mustard
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes
How to Make Vegan Worcestershire Sauce (Step by Step):
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan over moderately high heat. Once hot, sauté the onion for about 3 minutes, until tender and translucent.
- Now, sauté the minced ginger for 30 seconds more, until just fragrant.
- Then, add the mushrooms, seaweed, vinegar, soy sauce, maple syrup, sugar, mustard, and spices. Pour 1/4 cup of water into the saucepan, and bring it to a simmer for about 20 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
- Cover and let this steep for about 1 hour. Then, strain and pour into a clean glass jar. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts:
Amount per 47 g = 1 serving | Calories: 59kcal | Carbohydrates: 10.3g | Protein: 1.5g | Fat: 1.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.8g | Sodium: 106mg | Potassium: 155mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 7.2g | Vitamin C: 1.8mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1.2mg
Vegan Worcestershire Sauce Variations/Substitutions
- Soy sauce. You can replace soy sauce with tamari and coconut aminos. Tamari sauce has a similar umami flavor and saltiness to soy sauce, making it a good substitute. However, it has a deeper, richer flavor than regular soy sauce. Coconut aminos can be a good substitute for soy sauce, especially for those who are avoiding soy or are on a gluten-free diet. Coconut aminos is made from the sap of coconut trees and has a slightly sweeter and less salty taste compared to soy sauce.
- Apple cider vinegar: White vinegar can be used as a substitute for the tartness in Vegan Worcestershire Sauce.
- Miso paste: It can be added to the recipe to add depth and umami flavor to the sauce, especially if you couldn’t find seaweed.
- Molasses: If you want to add less sweetness to your Vegan Worcestershire Sauce, you can use molasses instead of maple syrup. Molasses has a similar caramel-like flavor to maple syrup.
- Mushroom powder: Adding mushroom powder to the recipe can enhance the umami flavor of the sauce, giving it a rich, savory taste.
Tips and Tricks for Making Vegan Worcestershire Sauce
- Apple cider vinegar is a key ingredient in Vegan Worcestershire Sauce, but make sure to choose a variety that is vegan-friendly. Some brands may use honey or other animal-derived ingredients in their vinegar!
- Experiment with flavors. Vegan Worcestershire Sauce typically contains a blend of spices, including garlic, chili flakes, and cloves. Feel free to experiment with different spice combinations to find the flavor profile that you like best. Some good options include paprika, turmeric powder, and liquid smoke!
- If you want to reduce that distinctive pungent flavor of your Vegan Worcestershire Sauce, simply dilute it with water!
- Let the mixture sit for a little while to allow the flavors to meld together before straining the sauce.
- One thing to keep in mind when using Vegan Worcestershire Sauce is that it can be quite strong. A little bit goes a long way, so it’s important to use it sparingly at first and adjust to taste.
- Store your Vegan Worcestershire Sauce in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Shake well before using to ensure that the ingredients are evenly distributed!
Related Recipes:
This vegan Worcestershire sauce is perfect on my vegan chicken nuggets recipe.
It’s also a great way to add some umami to any of my Classic Weight Watchers Chili.
Vegan Worcestershire Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 tbs olive oil
- 1 red onion
- 1 inch piece of ginger root
- 4 dried shiitake mushrooms
- 4 strips wakame seaweed
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp spicy mustard
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan over moderately high heat. Once hot, sauté the onion for about 3 minutes, until tender and translucent.
- Now, sauté the minced ginger for 30 seconds more, until just fragrant.
- Then, add the mushrooms, seaweed, vinegar, soy sauce, maple syrup, sugar, mustard, and spices. Pour 1/4 cup of water into the saucepan, and bring it to a simmer for about 20 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
- Cover and let this steep for about 1 hour. Then, strain and pour into a clean glass jar. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
