Vegan Worcestershire Sauce | Easy and Economical Recipe (2024)

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Vegan Worcestershire Sauce is economical and easy to make. No anchovies are in this recipe, which you won’t miss in your favorite recipes.

I’m super excited to have my daughter Ashley share a Vegan Worcestershire Sauce recipe onThe Foodie Affair!

Good morning, afternoon, evening, or whatever happens to work with your current time!

If you have been following my mom’s blog for a while, you may know me from some pictures and stories; I’m Ashley, Sandra’s daughter.

My mom graciously invited me to guest blog, so you will be seeing me around here once in a while.

Vegan Worcestershire Sauce

Once upon a time, I had my own food blog, but found that my off-line life as a college student and part-time worker was a little bit too busy to keep up the posts.

Now that I’m out of college and into my career, I’m not going back to my own blog, but will instead be making the odd appearance around these lovely parts.

Since my mom is the resident expert and dedicated blogger of all things yummy, I will be dropping in with little food experiments that strike my fancy, rather than the more stolid backbone of meals and desserts that my mom does so well.

I am also a vegetarian, so my guest posts will be meat-free- so get ready for some meatless goodness.

This first homemade worcestershire sauce recipe might seem a little bit random, but trust me that there are only tasty things to come.

Worcestershire sauce without anchovies

I’m sure that some vegetarian readers may relate when I say that being a vegetarian requires a bit of a “c’est la vie” perspective.

When I go out to eat, I cannot always be sure that my veggie soup was not made with chicken stock.

Also, when I eat with extended family members who are die-hard meat-eaters, I sometimes have to pick pepperoni off of my pizza to create a vegetarian-friendly option.

Eating at local seafood joints, I sometimes have to scour the menu and get a bit creative to find something I can eat.

Sure, I could throw fits and become the high-maintenance stereotype, but I prefer to keep a sense of humor.

That being said, in my own home I make sure to have all the vegetarian options.

One thing that I have consistently left out of recipes, or replaced with an alternative, is Worcestershire Sauce. You’re welcome ‘chovies!

However, recently I became obsessed with a particular recipe that, by all accounts, really does need the Worcestershire.

I have heard of vegan/vegetarian options and thought for a quick second about checking Whole Foods, but then remembered the all-too-often plot line that occurs when I go there: walk in thinking that I’ll buy one quick thing, leave $90 poorer with fabulous items that I probably don’t need.

So, I decided to use the wonder that is the internet and find a homemade version.

Sure enough, I had to look no further than the queen of DIY herself, Martha Stewart.

I followed this recipe exactly and have found it a fab addition to sauces and anything else that needs a bit of the sweet, salty, umami flavor.

Sugar free option

Also, since my mom is low carb she likes to substitute the brown sugar with brown sugar made with monk fruit.

So if that is your preference too, then please switch up the sweetener.

Vegan Worcestershire Sauce | Easy and Economical Recipe (6)

Vegan Worcestershire Sauce

Simple homemade vegan Worcestershire sauce for your favorite ingredients.

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Course: Condiment

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 1 cup

Calories: 24kcal

Author: Ashley @ The Foodie Affair

Ingredients

  • 2 cups apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar or sugar free substitute for low carb followers
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground mustard
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 clove garlic crushed
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • Mix all ingredients in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Then, bring down to a simmer and let the mixture reduce by half, or for about 20 minutes. When reduced, strain the sauce and let cool before using.

Notes

According to Martha, you can keep this in the fridge for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 24kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 440mg | Sugar: 3g

Disclaimer

Please note that the nutritional information provided are guidelines and may vary based on the brand of products used. For your specific nutritional goals use My Fitness Pal or Verywell Fit recipe calculators. All content within this site is not intended as medical diagnosis or treatment and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical expertise.

By the way, if you always mush together the word “Worcestershire” and drop your voice an octave in order to not reveal that you don’t know how to pronounce it, check out this cute, informative video: How to pronounce Worcestershire!

Until next time,
Ashley

Vegan Worcestershire Sauce | Easy and Economical Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is vegan Worcestershire sauce made of? ›

Add apple cider vinegar, water, light brown sugar, maple syrup, soy sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, cinnamon and ground black pepper to a saucepan and heat on medium heat. Whisk the sauce while heating to dissolve the sugar and mix it well. Heat to a simmer and then turn off the heat and let it cool completely.

What is the secret ingredient in Worcestershire sauce? ›

And then add you to the sauce. Seriously, British and American Worcestershire sauce's secret ingredient is fermented fish (usually anchovies). It was originally derived from Greco-Raman condiment called garum.

Why is Worcestershire sauce not vegan? ›

Worcestershire Sauce isn't traditionally vegan because its ingredients include anchovies, a type of fish. Some contain tamarind paste as well that contains fish. However, this is only the case for the famous Worcestershire Sauce made by Lea & Perrins.

What is a natural substitute for Worcestershire sauce? ›

Worcestershire Sauce Substitutes
  • Soy Sauce. Vegetarian, Vegan-Friendly. ...
  • Tamari. Gluten-Free, Vegetarian, Vegan-Friendly. ...
  • Coconut Aminos. Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Vegetarian, Vegan-Friendly. ...
  • Vegetable Broth. Vegetarian, Vegan-Friendly. ...
  • Miso Paste. Vegetarian, Vegan-Friendly. ...
  • Tamarind Paste. ...
  • Pomegranate Molasses. ...
  • Fish Sauce.
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Is Lea & Perrins the original Worcestershire sauce vegan? ›

It lacks the depth of spices in Worcestershire sauce, but Marmite packs a savory punch, so a little dab'll do ya. Is Lea & Perrins Worcestershire sauce vegan? Alas, no. The gold standard of Worcestershire sauces contains anchovies, making it unsuitable for vegans.

Is there any Worcestershire sauce without anchovies? ›

Some brands of Worcestershire sauce contain anchovies. Lea and Perrin's, the most well known brand, definitely does. Robbie's and Melissa's branded Worcestershire sauces are both vegan though.

Is there a Worcestershire sauce without anchovies? ›

However, this Worcestershire sauce substitute recipe is easily gluten free and vegan. Can I buy vegan Worcestershire sauce? Yes, there are a few brands that make Worcestershire sauce without anchovies: eg. Annie's, Whole Foods 365, Kroegers, and Albertsons to name a few.

Does Worcestershire sauce have onion or garlic in it? ›

Worcestershire sauce is a flavor enhancer. It is made from things like: tamarind, anchovies, vinegar, onion and garlic. It adds depth of flavor to your food and packs an umami punch.

Does Worcestershire sauce have garlic and onion in it? ›

What's in Worcestershire Sauce? This condiment's components depend on who makes it. The Lea & Perrins version ferments vats of whole red onions (9 months) and garlic cloves (18 months). The U.K. recipe uses barley malt and spirit vinegars while Americans get a formulation made with distilled white vinegar.

Does Worcestershire sauce go bad? ›

What's the Shelf Life of Worcestershire Sauce? Hard to say, but easy to store. It lasts up to three years unopened in the pantry. Keep an open bottle of Worcestershire sauce for up to three years in the refrigerator.

Why is orange juice not vegan? ›

In the case of juice production, there are three reasons why juices may not be vegan: Technical additives for clarifying wine and juices: gelatine. Non-vegan additives for refining: for example honey. Added vitamins that are not of vegan origin: for example, non-vegan vitamin D3.

Can vegans eat ketchup? ›

Yes, generally tomato ketchup is suitable for vegans. Its core ingredients are usually tomatoes, vinegar, sugar, salt, herbs and spices, all of which are vegan friendly. But the ingredients list isn't the only thing we need to look at in order to get to the bottom of this question.

Is Balsamic Vinegar vegan? ›

Balsamic vinegar is generally considered vegan-friendly, as it does not contain animal-derived ingredients. The production process of balsamic vinegar involves fermenting grape juice and aging it in wooden casks, making it suitable for vegans.

Is Worcestershire sauce vegan and gluten-free? ›

There are a few other safe choices, including one that's gluten-free and vegan (most Worcestershire sauces contain anchovies, which means they're not vegetarian or vegan). However, many Worcestershire sauces sold in the United States are not considered safe on the gluten-free diet.

Can vegans use coal? ›

Fossil fuels are NOT made from the remains of animals. Coal is made from the remains of plants (shocking revelation: Vegans are allowed to eat plants!).

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