T. V. P. Sausage Crumbles (Vegetarian/Vegan/Gluten-Free)

1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke

3 tablespoons Braggs liquid aminos (gluten-free if needed for gf diet) or 3 tablespoons soy sauce (gluten-free if needed for gf diet)

1 teaspoon maple syrup

1/4 teaspoon blackstrap molasses

1/2 cup textured vegetable protein (gluten-free if needed for diet)

2 tablespoons nutritional yeast

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon crushed sage

1/2 teaspoon ground fennel

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/8 teaspoon cayenne

oil (for frying)