Creamy Butter Tempeh with Garlic Naan

Ingredients

For the curry:
1 brown onion
4-5 garlic cloves
1 inch piece ginger
2 tbsp garam masala
1 tbsp cumin
1 tbsp coriander
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (or to desired heat)
1 tsp turmeric powder
1 can chopped tomatoes
1/4 cup tomato paste
1 can coconut cream
1 tbsp liquid sweetener
1/3 cup cashews
salt to taste

For the tempeh:
1 block tempeh/tofu
1/2 cup coconut yoghurt (or any plant-based yogurt)
1 tsp garam masala
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp coriander
1 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp salt

Method

Pre-heat oven to 180C / 350F.


Dice up the tempeh into cubes. Add to a bowl along with all other tempeh ingredients, mix well so tempeh is well coated. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and place the tempeh cubes onto the paper evenly spread so they have space to bake.


Bake in the oven for 20 minutes, then take out and flip and bake for a further 15 minutes. Whilst the tempeh is baking, you can start the curry.


In a medium sized pot, heat 1 tbsp oil on medium heat. Add in onion with a pinch of salt and sauté until soft.


Next, add in the garlic, ginger and spices. Sauté for 5 or so minutes, staring occasionally and adding water if it starts to stick to the bottom.


Then, add in the rest of the ingredients (tomato paste, chopped tomatoes, cashews and coconut cream) and let this simmer for 15-20 minutes.


Then, either with an immersion blender or transferring the sauce into a blender, blend until smooth. Add in salt to taste, and then the tempeh and your curry is ready to be served.

EASY CRISPY TOFU SAAG


Plant based curry lovers – this one is UNMISSABLE! This easy crispy tofu saag is aromatic, bright and downright TASTY! As well as being 100% naturally plant based.

✨️From scratch ⁠
✨️No gum or starchy thickeners⁠
✨️Plant based + vegan ⁠

Tofu makes the best alternative to paneer, + a great boost of protein. Guys I’m drooling just thinking about this recipe!

Ingredients


Serves 4⁠
TOFU⁠:
1 block XL tofu, pressed & cubed⁠
1/2 tsp cumin seeds ⁠
1/4 tsp ground turmeric ⁠
1/2 tsp salt ⁠
2 tbsp nutritonal yeast 
1 tsp lemon juice 
1 tbsp olive oil ⁠

CURRY⁠:
3 tbsp light olive oil 
1 med onion, finely diced⁠
4 garlic cloves, minced⁠
1 tbsp ginger, grated⁠
1 green chilli, diced⁠
1 tbsp tomato puree ⁠
1 tsp ground coriander ⁠
1 tsp ground cumin⁠
1/4 tsp garam masala⁠
1/2 tsp ground turmeric⁠
1/2 tsp chilli powder⁠
1/2 tsp salt ⁠
1/4 tsp black pepper⁠
400g spinach, chopped⁠
1 tbsp vegan butter 
1/2 cup coconut milk ⁠

TO SERVE⁠:
1 tsp fenugreek leaves, crushed⁠
1 tsp lemon juice ⁠
Basmati Rice 

Method


Preheat oven to 200C/180 fan. Line baking tray with parchment. Add tofu & sprinkle with cumin seeds, turmeric, salt, nutritional yeast, lemon juice & olive oil. Roast for 40 mins, turning once until golden & crispy. ⁠

Meanwhile, heat olive oil in non-stick pan. Fry onions for 3-4 mins til golden. Deglaze with water if needed. Add garlic, ginger, chilli & saute for 1 min. Add tomato puree, spices, salt, pepper & cook for 3 mins to reduce down. Add touch of water if needed.⁠

Add to high speed blender, blitz until almost smooth. Add back to pan, stir through coconut milk & a good knob of vegan butter. ⁠

Top with lemon juice, fenugreek & baked tofu. Serve with rice or naan. ⁠

Super Fluffy Beetroot swirl milk bread

It’s no secret that I’m a huge bread lover (it’s my favourite carb!) + this beetroot swirl bread has been one of my most popular recipes and it’s fully plant-based

Ingredients


For the roux:

1/4 cup Bread Flour
1/2 cup Soy Milk


For the Swirl Bread:

2 1/4 tsp. Instant Yeast
2/3 cup Soy Milk
1/4 cup Sugar
2 tbs beetroot powder
1/4 cup Olive Oil
2 1/3 cup Bread Flour
1 tsp. Salt

Instructions


To make the roux, mix the bread flour and soy milk in a small saucepan over medium heat, until thick ~2 mins


Set aside to cool to room temperature.


Mix the instant yeast, lukewarm soy milk, sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer. Set aside until bubbly after 5-7 minutes.


Add the roux, olive oil, and salt to the bowl. Mix to combine.


Using the hook attachment, gradually add the bread flour to form a ball.


Separate the dough into two equal portions.


Add one dough portion back into the stand mixer, then add the beetroot powder dissolved in 1/2 tbs water. Knead until the colour is even.


Add both dough portions into separate bowls, lightly greased. Let rise at room temp for 1 hour, until doubled.


Punch down the dough, then roll out each to a large rectangle. Stack the dough portions to layer, then roll to create the swirl.


Place in a greased bread tin to rise for 25-30 minutes, until doubled.


Preheat oven to 180c


Brush the bread with olive oil or maple syrup.


Bake for 30-35 minutes.


Let cool in the pan for at least 15 mins then cool completely before slicing. Enjoy!

Creamy dreamy Golden Hummus

It’s a must because it adds crunch and flavour to your dipping sessions. 🥰


Ingredients:


1 can chickpeas
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp tahini
1/2 tsp cumin, ground
2 tsp turmeric, ground
1 lemon, juiced
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp sea salt
4 tbsp ice cold water


Method:


Add chickpeas to a small pan and cover with cold water. Bring to the boil and reduce to a simmer. Cook until chickpeas are almost falling apart and mushy. Drain and allow to cool. Add garlic and lemon juice to food processor and blend to combine. Add in cooled chickpeas and all other ingredients. Process until super smooth and creamy, adding more cold water if you need to.

Wintery Farro Salad

Winter salad with kale, kabocha squash, roasted peppers, roasted cauliflower, pomegranate arils and lemon, tahini and roasted garlic dressing.

INGREDIENTS


3 tbsp olive oil extra virgin, divided
3 garlic cloves whole
3 baby bell peppers halved
2 cups cauliflower florets
8 oz farro cooked according to package and cooled
1 bunch kale washed, stemmed and chopped in bite sized pieces
1 lemon large, juiced
1 tbsp sesame tahini
½ cup pomegranate arils
½ tsp salt
1 black pepper to taste
1 sprig rosemary torn
½ tsp garlic powder
1 cup kabocha squash cubed

INSTRUCTIONS


Preheat oven to 400 degrees F


Spread cauliflower florets, garlic cloves, bell peppers and kabocha squash in a single layer on a sheet pan. Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, a pinch of salt, garlic powder and rosemary. Toss with hands to distribute oil and seasoning well and bake for 20 minutes. Then let cool.


In a large mixing bowl add the kale, remaining olive oil, lemon, tahini, salt, pepper and roasted garlic. Massage the kale gently for 5 minutes mixing all of the flavors into the kale. This is dressing the salad.

Melding the ingredients together with your hands will relax the kale and produce maximum flavor.


Add the cooked farro and mix. Then add in the roasted and cooled veggies and the pomegranate arils. (Chop the peppers first in smaller bite sized pieces) Taste for seasoning. Adjust if you like to add more salt or lemon. This salad will get more flavorful as it sits so be careful not to over salt.

Vegan Ziti with Broccoli and Kale

Hearty, warming, and filling. It’s a nutritious dish that is perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients:


1 bunch kale rough chop
1 small head broccoli rough chop
1 can chickpeas drained
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 bloop agave
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
black pepper and chili flakes to your taste
2 tablespoons vegan butter
1 pound ziti
8 pitted kalamata olives chopped
nutritional yeast is an optional topper

Instructions:


Preheat the oven to 425 while chopping the veg.


Put on a big pot of water to cook the pasta according to the box and reserve.


Put all veggies and chickpeas in a bowl with olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt and toss well.


Lay on a sheet pan and bake for 15 minutes turning every 5 minutes so the kale doesn’t get too crispy.
In a medium sized saucepan add water, tomato paste, onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, agave a pinch of salt and Italian seasoning and bring to a boil, it will thicken and turn to sauce in about 5 minutes and then add vegan butter and reserve.


When pasta is ready, return to the pot and add sauce and sheet pan veggies and chickpeas and mix well. Lastly add in the olives.


Garnish with black pepper, chili flakes and nutritional yeast.

Chili with pumpkin

It’s incredibly delicious! 🌶️🎃 This recipe is ticking all our cozy vibes requirements for a fall/winter warming recipe! Cook up a batch and serve throughout the week. 🍲

INGREDIENTS that you need:
Large white onion
Green bell pepper
Red bell pepper
jalapeno
garlic
tomatoes
pumpkin puree
black beans
pinto beans
Lentils
SPICES
Vegetable broth

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Chickpea and Orzo Vegetable Soup

This hearty dish combines tender orzo pasta, protein-packed chickpeas, and a medley of fresh vegetables, all simmered to perfection in a flavorful vegetable broth.

Ingredients – SERVES 5

2 tbsp olive oil
1 small red onion finely chopped
1 bell pepper finely chopped
1/2 cup white wine
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried tarragon
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 15 oz. chickpeas drained and rinsed
1 medium zucchini diced
1 15 oz. can crushed tomatoes
2 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil
1/3 cup full-fat coconut milk
3/4 cup to 1 cup cooked orzo pasta

Instructions:


Preheat a large pan or pot over medium heat and add oil and onions. Cook for 8 to 10 min on medium low, stirring periodically.


Add bell pepper, stir, cook for 5 min. Add white wine, simmer until liquid is almost evaporated. Add seasonings, chickpeas and zucchini. Stir and cook 3 min.


Add crushed tomatoes and broth, stir, and bring to a simmer. Add sun-dried tomatoes and coconut milk, stir and add in the cooked orzo.

Cozy Baked Beans

A hearty winter recipe to try this cold season.

Ingredients:

2 cups dried white navy beans (soaked overnight)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium red onion (diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 28oz crushed tomatoes
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp Aleppo chili powder
1 tsp chipotle powder
2 tsp paprika
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp maple syrup
1/4 cup black strap molasses
1 tsp liquid smoke
1 tbsp worcester
1 cup veggie stock
1 tsp sea salt
Cracked pepper
2 vegan gf sausages (sliced into rounds)

Method:

Cook beans in water and bay leaf for 1-1 1/2 hours. Drain and set aside.


In a large Dutch oven, sauté onions. Add garlic, spices, and tomato paste until paste no longer smells raw.
Add crushed tomatoes, broth, molasses, maple syrup, liquid smoke, worcester, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Stir well, add beans, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, partially cover, and leave to cook until it reduces and reaches a creamy texture (Approximately 2 hours). Stir often.


NOTE: You can use canned beans for a quicker cook time. The overall cook time will depend on the age of your dry beans.


When ready to eat, sear sausages until brown on both sides and add to beans.

SWEET ASIAN QUINOA BOWL 

Do you want to get dinner on the table in 20 mins? We got you!

This sweet, salty, protein packed umami bomb, is a must add to your weekly meal rotation. This recipe can be made with any veggies you have on hand and is ready in just 20 mins!

INGREDIENTS- (serves 2)

1 packet protein shreds (I love the texture of protein shreds tofu or tempeh
small drizzle Olive oil
2 garlic cloves crushed
Bell pepper
Carrots
Red cabbage
Carrots
Edamame
2 cups cooked quinoa

Sticky Asian Marinade:

1/3 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup coconut sugar
1 tsp ginger, grated

Method:

1. COOK quinoa according to package instructions and set aside.

2. While the quinoa is cooking, prepare veggies and COMBINE sauce ingredients into a bowl, whisk to combine then set aside.

3. HEAT a large pan and add a drizzle of olive oil and garlic. Stir for one minute then add your protein shreds. Cook until slightly brown. Then add your veggies and cook for 3-5 mins. Add your cooked quinoa, Mix then add your sauce and cook until the marinade gets sticky!

4. Then remove from heat. Add to your bowls and garnish with cilantro. ENJOYYYY!!!