Veggie sausages cook brilliantly in the air fryer. They turn golden on the outside, stay juicy in the middle and need very little effort. This is my quick and easy method for achieving perfectly cooked air fryer sausages.
Quick Answer: Yes, you can cook vegetarian sausages in the air fryer. Most vegetarian sausages cook in 12–14 minutes, depending on the brand, turning golden on the outside while staying juicy in the middle. This method works well for Linda McCartney, Richmond Meat Free and Quorn sausages.
I love serving these air fryer veggie sausages alongside hash browns, air fryer hard boiled eggs, airfried mushrooms and toast for a full vegetarian breakfast. No oven. No mess. No standing over the hob.
On other days, I turn them into a quick veggie sausage traybake with peppers, onion and potatoes in the air fryer. It’s simple, hearty and always so satisfying.
Whether it’s breakfast or dinner, if you’re looking for an easy way to cook plant-based sausages, this method works perfectly every single time.
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- 💛Why I Love This Recipe
- 👩🏻🍳Expert Tips
- 📋Ingredients
- 🔪How to Make Sausages in the Air Fryer
- ⏲️Air Fryer Cooking Time & Temperature
- 🔪Cooking Different Types of Vegetarian Sausages in the Air Fryer
- 🍽 Serving Suggestions
- ❄️Storing Leftovers
- Recipe FAQ's
- More Easy Vegetarian Sausage Recipes You'll Love
- Easy Veggie Sausages in Air fryer
💛Why I Love This Recipe
- The air fryer preheats in just 2–3 minutes. So much faster than a traditional oven.
- Ready in 12–14 Minutes. While the rest of breakfast is cooking, my veggie sausages in air fryer are done perfectly.
- Crispy Outside, Tender Inside. Air circulation in the air fryer gives that deep-fried texture using very little oil.
- Minimal Oil Needed. You can cook air fryer sausages without oil, but I prefer brushing a tiny bit to prevent dryness.
- Diet Friendly: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-free
👩🏻🍳Expert Tips
- Don't overcrowd the basket, as the sausages tend to steam, rather than roast. Place the sausages in a single layer with space around them.
- Cooking from frozen? You don’t need to thaw. Just add 1–2 extra minutes and flip halfway through.
- No need to pierce. I don’t make gashes in vegetarian sausages as they can lose moisture and dry out. Most packaging instructions don’t recommend piercing either.
📋Ingredients
- Vegetarian sausages – They’re all brilliant options for veggie sausages in air fryer and little ones approve too! Use your favourite brand. In the UK, I regularly buy: Naked Glory, Meatless Farm, Quorn, Richmond Meat-Free, Linda McCartney and sometimes supermarket's own brand.
- Sunflower Oil (optional) or olive oil helps the sausages turn golden and slightly crisp in the air fryer.
🔪How to Make Sausages in the Air Fryer
Making veggie sausages in air fryer couldn’t be simpler.
Step 1: Preheat the air fryer to 360°F / 190°C for 2 minutes. Place the sausages in a single layer in the basket.
Brush lightly with oil (optional).
Step 2: Air fry for 12–14 minutes, flipping halfway, until browned and crispy.
Tip: Smaller sausages cook more quickly. Smaller air fryers may require slightly longer cooking time.
⏲️Air Fryer Cooking Time & Temperature
| Sausage | Temperature | Cooking Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chilled vegetarian sausages | 190°C | 12–14 mins | Turn halfway |
| Frozen vegetarian sausages | 190°C | 14–16 mins | Cook from frozen |
🔪Cooking Different Types of Vegetarian Sausages in the Air Fryer
Most vegetarian sausages cook well in the air fryer, whether they're chilled or frozen. The cooking method is the same, although frozen sausages usually need an extra 2–4 minutes. Since cooking times can vary slightly, I always recommend checking the packet instructions for the best results.
I don't pierce the sausages before cooking because I find they stay juicier, and most packet instructions recommend cooking them whole.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
Serve Sausages along with hash browns, eggs, toast and tomatoes as a part of Vegan / Vegetarian English breakfast.
For Lunch / Dinner serve along with Indian smashed potatoes and gravy.
Serve on its own with ketchup, vegan burger sauce or any of your favourite dips.
❄️Storing Leftovers
Keep leftover air fryer veggie sausages in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 190°C (360°F) for 2–3 minute until heated through.
Recipe FAQ's
Any type of sausages can be air fried. I make Vegan / Vegetarian Sausages in the air fryer. You can also make Cocktail Sausages, Chicken Sausages, Italian Sausages or any other type you fancy.
Veggie sausages in air fryer typically take 12–14 minutes at 190C (360F). If cooking from frozen, add 1–2 extra minutes and flip halfway for even browning.
Yes, absolutely. Richmond meat-free sausages cook beautifully in the air fryer. Cook at 190 °C (360 °F) for 12–14 minutes, turning halfway through. They turn crisp on the outside while staying tender inside.
Yes. Add an extra 2–4 minutes to the cooking time and make sure the sausages are piping hot before serving.
Most vegan and vegetarian sausages cook well in the air fryer, including Linda McCartney, Richmond Meat Free and Quorn. Cooking times may vary slightly between brands, so I always recommend checking the packet instructions for the best results.
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Ingredients
- 6 Veggie Sausages
- 1 teaspoon Oil Optional
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer at 190 °C (360 °F) for 2 minutes.
- Place the sausages in the air fryer basket and brush with oil.
- Air fry for 12-14 minutes, flipping the sausages at half time.
- Pair the Air fryer sausages along with hashbrowns, sauteed tomatoes,Roast Mushrooms,Baked Beans, Eggs and Toast.
Notes
Top Tips
- Don’t overcrowd the basket — give sausages space to crisp.
- Cooking from frozen? Add 1–2 extra minutes and flip halfway.
- No need to pierce — sausages stay juicy without gashes.
veenaazmanov says
A healthier way of enjoying a happy meal. Thanks, Can't wait to make it for Breakfast tomorrow.
Katie says
These turned out so good, and so much less fuss than on the stove! They were less greasy, yet full of flavor!
Sue says
This is brilliant, I don't have to get my stove all splattered every time I want sausages!
Sandhya's Kitchen says
Absolutely! Air fried sausages require hardly supervision too.