Black Pudding (Vegan)

Ingredients

• 8 ounces black beans (cooked and mashed)
• 3 ounces mushrooms (chopped)
• 2 ounces oats (the kind used for porridge)
• 1 ounce textured vegetable protein
• 1 red onion (peeled and finely chopped)
• 2 garlic cloves (crushed)
• 4 ounces vegetable stock
• 1/2 tablespoon virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon tamarind paste
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon parsley
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1/2 tablespoon black pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Add textured vegetable protein to the vegetable stock, cover and leave for 1 hour.

2. 2

   Gently fry the onion and garlic in the oil, until softened.

3. 3

   Add the mushrooms, and fry until the juice begins to run, then remove from heat.

4. 4

   Place the soacked textured vegetable protein in a sieve and press out any excess liquid, then add it to the pan together with the rest of the ingredients, and mix well.

5. 5

   Spoon the mixture into a non-stick 7 inch square pan. Press down firmly and evenly, cover and chill for 2 hours.

6. 6

   Spray lightly with light olive oil, then bake at 400 for 35-40 minutes, until browned.