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Just when you thought curry couldn’t get any better…it got like, WAY better. Kinda like my Butternut Squash Curry but the chili edition! Curry is one of those polarizing foods like mayonnaise or tofu or squid. The people that love it really love it and the people that hate it wouldn’t take a bite if you were waving three million doll hairs in their face. I’m convinced that people who don’t like curry have never had good curry....

Published on September 04, 2024 Soy Ginger Meatballs- these juicy, flavorful Asian-inspired meatballs are easy to make and are perfect for meal prep. Enjoy over rice, make a noodle bowl with colorful vegetables, or serve as an appetizer. The meatballs are tender and juicy, with a moist interior and a slightly crisp exterior. They are baked in the oven, which is a convenient and healthier alternative to frying. The meatballs are easy to make and are fantastic for meal prep because they store well, reheat easily, and can even be frozen....

With a whole serving of vegetables and protein, it’s as balanced as a dish you can make with curry. Serve it with rice, roti, or naan for breakfast or lunch. Why make this recipe Inspired by numerous restaurant versions of soy recipes, I set out to create my own version of the easy-to-make Soya Chunks masala. I agree to be sent email. The secret to creamy curries is after all within your reach and I show you how you can make this your next meal!...

Published on May 17, 2023 Homemade Spaghetti made with a rich and hearty meat sauce is a classic dinner recipe. It’s easy to make and always delicious! Serve with garlic bread and salad for an easy weeknight meal. I love this recipe because it’s made with basic ingredients that we always have in our pantry. Whenever we don’t know what to make for dinner, we often turn to spaghetti because everyone loves it....

When a recipe starts by frying onions, garlic and bacon until they are all golden brown and smelling incredible, you know it’s going to be good. Right? These cowboy beans are sweet, salty and smoky and the perfect side dish or breakfast addition. The first time I had these beans, my husband’s cousin made them at a braai (cook-out). One taste and I was hooked. If you like sweet, smoky and salty flavours, you will love this....

Breakfast is one of my favorite meals of the day but the one I hate preparing the most. I am not exactly a morning person and the thought of cooking an elaborate meal (especially during the week), first thing, is not my idea of fun. However, I still want to make sure my family are well-fed. These breakfast recipes range from the quick and easy recipes you need during the week to more elaborate weekend breakfast ideas to the kind of recipes you’ll use when you need to feed a crowd....

Like whaaaaaaaaaaat. Why a dream cookie, you ask? Because it’s made with wholesome fabulosities like almond meal, coconut sugar, arrowroot. That’s it! Six ingredients straight out of your healthy-cookie-but-you’d-never-ever-know-it-dreams. Let’s rewind for a second. Before taking on Simple Mills’ 12 Days of Cookies challenge, I had never made cookies out of cake mix. Like most cake mixes, this one called for eggs. I wanted to keep them vegan so I threw equal parts chia seeds and water into the mix and prayed for a miracle....

What is douhua / tofu pudding Douhua, or tofu pudding, is a type of fresh, extra-soft, uncurdled tofu that is even softer than silken tofu. It is so soft that it’s often served with a ladle. In northern China, we call it Dou Fu Nao (directly translated, means “tofu brain”) and we serve it with a savory gravy. In southern China, people usually call it douhua and serve it with a gingery syrup....

This recipe is a must-make for anyone who loves butter chicken with a flavorful and creamy consistency and faux chicken. The vegan butter chicken recipe is as simple as tofu simmered in rich tomato onion sauce. The detail lies in getting the right mix of spice combinations and the cooking method. I agree to be sent email. As popular as the butter chicken is nowadays, it was just screaming for me to try the vegan version and spread the joy in the vegan version....

This mango mousse recipe is vegan-friendly, calorie friendly, and tastes friendly too! I agree to be sent email. I did not have to use any gelatin or agar-agar for this recipe and I nearly finished without any added sweetness, but the mangoes turned out to be sourer than I imagined. So I had to add a little bit of sweetener (Agave Syrup) to finish it off. Mango Mousses are typically made with whipped white eggs....

Ingredients Full recipe with amounts can be found in the recipe card below. Onion. Mushroom. Eggplant. Aubergine/Brinjals. Garlic. Crushed tomatoes / Chopped tomatoes. Herbs: I used oregano and thyme. Rosemary, basil, sage and parsley are all good choices too. Ricotta cheese. Cream. Heavy/Whipping cream. Parmesan. Lasagna sheets. I used no-boil lasagna sheets. Basil pesto. Mozzarella. Salt and pepper. What other vegetables to use in vegetarian lasagna: Mushrooms Eggplant/Aubergine Zucchini/Courgette Spinach Kale Cauliflower Peppers Broccoli...

I made you a draaaaaaank! Never have I ever posted a recipe with alcohol on the bloggy poo. It’s not that I don’t drink. It’s that I never make drinks at home. Kind of like how I never make ice cream at home. It’s a treat I like to leave to the experts. But when you’ve got a bottle of Tito’s laying around, a bunch of mint growing right outside, boxes on boxes of Natural Delights medjool dates (remember my trip last year?...

Published on June 17, 2016 Last weekend, I went to Austin, Texas with Ali for the ATX Festival. We had the BEST weekend ever! Today, I am going to share a little bit about the festival, including the Friday Night Lights tailgate party, where we stayed, and where we ate! We accomplished a lot in one weekend! It was SO much fun! THE ATX FESTIVAL: The main reason for our trip was the Friday Night Lights Tailgate party on Panther Field....

About a year and a half ago when I really got serious about blogging, I made a promise to myself that I would blog three times a week. Period. I wanted to be consistent, to be taken seriously. And that’s what I did. I posted a new recipe on Mondays, “What I Ate Wednesday” on Wednesdays, and either something topical or another recipe on Thursdays. That’s just how it was....

After all, it’s almost Thanksgiving AKA it’s almost December AKA it’s almost 2014 AKA I’m almost done with grad school. Eeeeeeeek! Okay sorry. But it is mid-fall, meaning it’s highly likely that you’ve tried a chili recipe or three by now. Or is that just me? Welp, here’s another! Ya see, it has the most fabtastical spice profile. From the sweet cinnamon and cocoa powder (a must) to the zesty fire-roasted tomatoes and smoked paprika, this bowl o’ heaven packs a real punch....

When you’re tired of serving all the same old holiday things, vegan Chinese recipes will shake things up. Healthy, delicious, and exciting, these 23 vegan Chinese recipes are sure to delight your whole crew! 23 Vegan Chinese Recipes for Your Next Holiday Dinner Party Appetizers Start things off with vegan dumplings that get their wonderful texture from a blend of veggies, tofu, and vermicelli, all with awesome aromatic flavors. Chinese pickled cabbage makes a nice side to crunch on and add on top of your other appetizers....

Halloween is right around the corner and if you’re expecting some trick or treaters coming to your door, why not delight them with these adorable easy Halloween treats? The kids and I had such fun making these fun, delicious snacks and desserts. But be warned: they are deceptively delicious and completely addictive. How to make easy Halloween treats Adorable Halloween treats for kids don’t have to be complicated, in fact the best ones are the simplest....

Ingredients and Substitutions This easy recipe can really be made as simply or as elaborate as you wish. I like to make them very simply but below are some recipe variations for you to try. Potatoes. You can honestly use any potato you want for this recipe but I always tend to use floury potatoes as they cook better in my opinion. They become crisp and golden on the outside while staying creamy and fluffy on the inside....

With a crunchy texture, these vegan tofu nuggets are everything you need in a snack: great savory taste, easy to prepare, and easy to clean up. The best part is that the recipe needs no deep frying and is a high-protein snack. I agree to be sent email. I prepared these crispy tofu nuggets in just 20 minutes! If you love tofu and are looking for new recipes to try, this is one you need to check out....