Hairy Bikers Veggie Wellington Recipe

This Hairy Bikers Veggie Wellington Recipe is a hearty and flavorful dish, which uses cremini mushrooms and cooked lentils. It’s a great vegetarian main course for holidays or dinner parties, ready in about 1 hour.

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Hairy Bikers Veggie Wellington Recipe Ingredients

For the Filling:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 carrots, finely chopped
• 2 celery sticks, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 lb cremini mushrooms, finely chopped
• 1 cup cooked chestnuts, chopped
• 1 (14 oz) can cooked lentils, drained
• ½ cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp vegetable stock
• ½ cup breadcrumbs

For Assembly:

• 1 (14 oz) sheet of all-butter puff pastry
• 1 egg, beaten

How To Make Hairy Bikers Veggie Wellington Recipe

1. Cook the vegetables: Sauté the onion, carrots, and celery in olive oil until soft. Add the garlic and thyme and cook for another minute.
2. Prepare the mushrooms: In a separate pan, cook the chopped mushrooms until all the moisture has evaporated and they’re nicely browned.
3. Mix the filling: Combine the cooked vegetables, mushrooms, chestnuts, lentils, walnuts, soy sauce, vegetable stock, and breadcrumbs in a large bowl. Mix well and let the filling cool completely.
4. Assemble the Wellington: Roll out the puff pastry sheet and place the cooled filling in a log shape down the center. Brush the edges with the beaten egg.
5. Wrap and seal: Fold the pastry over the filling and seal the seams well. Place seam-side down on a baking sheet.
6. Bake: Brush the top with egg wash and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and crisp.

Recipe Tips

• How to avoid a soggy bottom: Make sure the mushroom mixture is dry and the filling is cooled before wrapping in pastry.
• Can I make this ahead of time? Yes, assemble it up to a day in advance and refrigerate. Add egg wash just before baking.
• What mushrooms work best? Cremini mushrooms offer a deep, savory flavor but you can also mix in shiitake or portobello.
• How to toast walnuts: Bake at 350°F for about 5-7 minutes until fragrant, then chop.
• Is it freezer-friendly? Yes, freeze unbaked Wellington wrapped well; bake from frozen, adding extra time.

What To Serve With Veggie Wellington

Serve this vegetarian Wellington with sides that complement its rich flavor:

• Roasted Brussels sprouts
• Mashed potatoes
• Red wine gravy
• Green beans with almonds
• Cranberry sauce

How To Store Veggie Wellington

Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for best texture.

Freeze: Wrap tightly in foil and freeze for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen or thaw overnight before reheating.

Veggie Wellington Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 560 kcal
• Protein: 13g
• Fat: 35g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Fiber: 8g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I use store-bought puff pastry?
Yes, using a ready-made all-butter puff pastry saves time and works perfectly.

Why is my Wellington soggy on the bottom?
Excess moisture in the filling is the usual cause—cook mushrooms thoroughly and cool the filling before wrapping.

Can I make this vegan?
Yes, use a vegan puff pastry and replace the egg wash with plant-based milk or oil.

How do I reheat leftovers?
Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes to restore crispiness.

Is this gluten-free?
No, but you can try a gluten-free puff pastry and breadcrumbs substitute to adapt the recipe.

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• Hairy Bikers Tartiflette Recipe
• Hairy Bikers Shakshuka Recipe
• Hairy Bikers Sage And Onion Stuffing Recipe