Thankfully, we have an amazing sushi shop within walking distance from our place, but every once in a while, I get the itch to make it myself. Sure, it takes more time. But it’s very affordable to make at home. Plus, you can customize your fillings and create your dream veggie roll. Let me show you how. Origins of Sushi Sushi is a common dish in Japan and in Japanese restaurants around the world....
I’ve wanted to infuse the flavor of chai into cookies for a while now and thought this the perfect time since the weather is cooling down, the leaves are starting to turn, and I’ve officially started craving hot tea every single day. And so, a chai infusion it was. To mock the flavor of chai* in these bars, I simply added all of the spices you’d find in traditional chai tea: cinnamon, clove, cardamom and ginger – some of the loveliest spices around if you ask me....
Let me show you how it’s done! Start this 30-minute recipe with the dressing: a simple blend of raw cashews (soaking optional, but not necessary!) mustard, garlic, lemon juice, capers, salt, pepper, a little miso paste, maple syrup, and olive oil. While we love our 5-Minute Caesar Dressing made with hummus, this creamier version wins on flavor and texture by a landslide. If serving with crispy baked chickpeas, prep your kale as the chickpeas bake by massaging it with a little olive oil and lemon juice....
PLUS, I have an exciting announcement! This is the first recipe in a week-long series I’m calling Thanksgiving Week Extravaganza, wherein I post a recipe every day leading up to my Thanksgiving Round-Up on November 23! That’s right: EIGHT recipes that will cover your mains, sides, appetizers, and of course, dessert. Let’s start with this show-stopper of a main, shall we? Last year when pondering a plant-based Thanksgiving entrée my mind immediately went to: What would I actually make and eat on Thanksgiving?...
Made with silken tofu, it’s creamy and protein-packed, but even tofu skeptics will be going back for more. It’s delightful with pita bread, veggies, chips, or crackers, or on charcuterie boards. Let’s make this easy appetizer! How to Make Vegan Caramelized Onion Dip It wouldn’t be caramelized onion dip without the caramelized onions! They come together by cooking sliced onions in olive oil with garlic and salt until deeply golden brown....
It’s vegan, gluten-free, SO satisfying + snack-able, and easy to make, too! Just 9 ingredients and 30 minutes required. Grab your favorite chips and let’s do this! It begins with roasting jalapeño and garlic, which lessens their intensity and brings out their natural sweetness + richness. Next we cook the white beans in their canning liquid, which makes the skins more smooth, resulting in ultra creamy queso! *Note: While queso translates to “cheese,” this is our inspired, vegan version with no cheese in sight....
Did you ever celebrate Cinco de Mayo growing up? Though I’m nearly full German and part Swedish, I did have the pleasure of celebrating this super fun holiday in many a Spanish class throughout my high school and college years. While I never fully understood some of the traditional cultural practices surrounding holidays like Dia de los Muertos, I totally got behind the celebration of Mexican heritage on May 5th....
What is Dhebra? Dhebra dough is made from pearl millet flour (bajra atta), fresh fenugreek leaves (methi patta), a few spices, sesame seeds and yogurt. 3 ways to cook methi dhebra The dough is divided into small balls and rolled into a round yet thick paratha and shallow-fried on the tawa using ghee. Some families made deep-fried dhebra recipe by patting a small dough portion into thick discs like bajri vada and then deep fry....
❤️ About This Sukha Kala Chana Recipe Quick & Easy: It takes 10 mins only, if you have boiled black chickpeas ready. This recipe requires some pre-planning for soaking and boiling chana. But those are not the active cooking time. Most flavor comes from the spices. The spice powders are simmered with boiled chana water. This makes thick gravy which is coated to the soft, perfectly cooked chana and makes the tasty dish....
It’s the perfect solution when you want something egg scramble-like without eggs or tofu (no shade on tofu, but some folks avoid soy, so this is another workaround). Chickpeas are a delicious source of plant-based protein and fiber, and they take on flavors well. The only “problem” with chickpeas as a base is 1) they don’t bind together well, and 2) they don’t quite emulate the fluffy texture of eggs or tofu....
Add your favorite crepe fillings and prepare for your breakfast, brunch, or dessert dreams to come true! Let’s do like the French do and make some crepes! What Are Crepes? Crepes (also spelled crêpes) are a type of thin pancake commonly made in France with flour, eggs, milk, salt, butter, and sometimes sugar. Because they contain no leavening agent and the batter is quite runny, they are thin and cook quickly....
Bonus? They’re human-approved for ease and affordability — just 3 simple ingredients and 1 bowl required. Let’s make dog treats! All you need for these wholesome dog treats is: Peanut butter – a favorite ingredient among dogs that boasts plenty of healthy fat and protein Pumpkin purée (store-bought or homemade) – soothing for pups’ digestion and adds plenty of fiber and micronutrients Oat flour – oats add even more fiber, vitamins, and minerals and help the treats crisp up in the oven!...
Something a little indulgent, but not so off the rails that you need to implement a new workout routine afterwards? I have just the thing: Easy. Vegan. Chocolate. But no seriously, easy. I’ve been making chocolate for a while now! My first attempt was chocolate bars, which were delicious and made with a mix of cocoa butter and coconut oil. Then I went slightly heavier on my cocoa butter : coconut oil ratio in these Raw Double Chocolate Macaroons....
You can top it with chopped walnuts but I like to keep it plain and simple with full of banana flavor only. You’ll Love This Cake Perfect Cakey Texture (No Eggs): This cake has a light and fluffy texture with super moist crumbs, unlike my eggless banana bread, even though it is made without eggs. Flavor: This banana cake has a full-on banana flavor Cream cheese frosting is amazingly light and sweet, tangy that complements the banana flavor perfectly....
❤️ You’ll Love These Eggless Cranberry Orange Muffins Eggless: With no eggs, common pantry ingredients, and simple steps, these muffins come together effortlessly. Soft and moist with tender crumbs that melt in your mouth. The tartness of cranberries with the zesty flavor of oranges, creates a sweet-tart profile. Quick to make: You can whip up the batch of these muffins in the morning quickly or make them the night before and enjoy them with your family on these holidays....
This dosa has a crispy texture if cooked well and it should be served right away. As it cools it becomes soft (yet tasty). 🧾 Ingredient Notes For Farali Dosa Here is the pic of the ingredients used in making this delicious sabudana dosa. You’ll need only 8 ingredients, 20 minutes and you’ll have delicious farali dosa ready. When I say ready in 20 mins, meaning you have pre-planned and soaked the sabudana a day before....
What is Chicken Pulao? Pulao may not be as famous as biryani, but it holds significance just the same. I remember whenever my mom made it, I’d stand over the stove sneaking just one bite before dinner, and then another, and another. Meat, rice, and aromatic whole spices all woven together so beautifully to create a magnificent composition. It’s utterly satisfying. Enter your email below and get it sent straight to your inbox....
Origin of Shepherd’s Pie The exact origin of Shepherd’s pie is a bit of a mystery! But both the Irish and British claim the origination of this hearty, mashed potato crust dish. It’s thought that it may have developed in the mid-19th century from cottage pie, which is a similar dish made with a different type of meat in the filling (source). Our plant-based version is inspired by the concept of a “meaty” filling (in this case, mushrooms) topped with potatoes and baked to perfection....
❤️ You’ll Love This Mango Custard Recipe This is mango lover’s dream come true. It has the right amount of mango flavor with the right amount of sweetness. Eggless: Most custards are made with eggs. But this mango custard is eggless and it is thickened with custard powder. Kids will sure love it. Make-ahead dessert: This can be made in advance a day or two before and stored in the refrigerator....
This dry matar mushroom is healthy yet delicious. It is home style recipe that goes perfect with roti or paratha. It is dry or semi-dry kind of dish. I have already shared the gravy version of mushroom matar. In this recipe, I have marinated the mushrooms in yogurt and spices for some time. Trust me a touch yogurt in marination makes the huge difference in flavors. I have tried without marinating mushrooms as well....
