Super Green Soup

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Super Green Soup

Course Soup
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • blender
  • heavy bottomed pot

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 shallot thinly sliced
  • 1 leek thinly sliced
  • 1 stalk celery thinly sliced
  • 5 cloves garlic roughly chopped
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 1 tsp red chili flakes
  • 1 tsp salt kosher, more as needed
  • 1 zucchini thinly sliced
  • 1 head broccoli chopped
  • 1 russet potato peeled and diced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 4 cups spinach
  • black pepper to taste
  • dairy free cream for garnish

Instructions

  • Add olive oil to the pot over medium heat. Once hot, add celery and leeks. Sauté for 2 minutes, until tender and fragrant, then add shallot, garlic, smoked paprika, chili flakes and nutritional yeast. Sauté for another 2 minutes.
  • Add broccoli, zucchini, potato and veggie broth to the pot, ensuring all the ingredients are covered. Bring to a boil and lower to a simmer until veggies are fork tender (about 7-8 minutes).
  • Transfer contents of the pot to a blender along with spinach and blend on high until smooth. Return the blended mixture to the pot and season with salt and pepper, as needed.
  • To serve, drizzle with vegan cream and olive oil if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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Gochujang Potato Chips

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Gochujang Potato Chips

Course Snack
Method dehydrating, frying
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes

Equipment

  • dehydrator
  • heavy bottomed pot
  • slotted spoon or strainer
  • wire rack
  • sheet pan
  • blender
  • mandoline
  • thermometer

Ingredients

Potato Chips

  • 1 1/2 lbs russet potatoes
  • 3 cups neutral oil
  • 2 tsp salt kosher, more to taste

Gochujang Seasoning

  • 1/4 cup gochujang paste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp sugar
  • 1/8 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 1/4 tsp msg optional

Instructions

Dehydrate Gochujang and Prep Seasoning

  • Spread gochujang powder on parchment paper or a dehydrator sheet as thin as possible (the thinner the better). Feel free to use multiple sheets if it helps to spread the paste even thinner.
  • Dehydrate the gochujang for 12 hours, or until completely dry at 165F (not tacky or sticky). Alternatively, you can opt to use another chili powder seasoning.
  • Once the gochujang is completely dry, gently peel it off of the parchment paper and add to a blender. Blend until completely smooth, transfer to an airtight container and and sift to remove clumps. It may clump up over time, so don't be afraid to push it through a sieve.
  • Add all other seasoning ingredients to the blender and add in 2 tsp of the gochujang powder. Blend to combine. This is your seasoning!

Fry Potato Chips

  • Slice potatoes 1/16" thick using a mandolin. Transfer the slices to a large bowl full of cool water and ice cubes and let soak for 15-30 minutes. This helps to remove some of the starch. Drain the water, rinse the potatoes well and then lay them flat on a kitchen towel to pat them dry in one layer, repeating until all potatoes have been pat dry.
  • Add oil to a heavy bottomed pot along with a thermometer and bring the oil temperature up to 300F. I like to fry my potato chips between 280F and 300F, it's normal for the temperature to increase and decrease as you add things to the oil so keep an eye and don't be afraid to adjust the heat as needed (or turn it off completely for a moment).
  • Prepare a sheet tray with a wire rack on top and get ready to fry your potato slices in batches. Add a handful of potatoes to the oil once hot, cooking for 3-5 minutes, or until gently golden brown. If the potatoes are under fried and bendy (versus crunchy), you can always also return them to the oil. Don't be afraid if your chips turn slightly light brown (it's the natural sugar content in the russet potatoes).
  • Once crisp, remove the chips from the oil with the slotted spoon or strainer and transfer to the wire rack to cool. Salt the potato chips immediately and let cool completely.
  • After you've cooked all of your potato chips and they're completely cool and salted, transfer to a large mixing bowl and toss in your seasoning. Start with half, toss, and adjust to taste as needed.
  • Store in an airtight container in a cool place for up to 5 days.

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Mango Passionfruit Matcha

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Mango Passionfruit Matcha

Course Drinks
Prep Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 serving

Equipment

  • bamboo matcha whisk
  • tea sifter
  • matcha bowl
  • drinking glass

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup hot water ideally 175F
  • 2 g matcha powder more, to taste
  • 1/3-1/2 cup mango juice
  • 1 passionfruit fresh
  • ice

Instructions

  • Sift matcha powder into your matcha bowl then add hot water and whisk in an M shaped motion back and forth, until a nice layer of froth forms and all of the matcha powder has been incorporated into the water.
  • In a glass add a generous amount of ice, the mango juice and passionfruit pulp. Pour over the prepared matcha. You can adjust to taste by adding more or less mango juice. Enjoy immediately!

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Vegan Caprese with Frozen Grated Tomato

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Vegan Caprese with Frozen Grated Tomato

Course Side Dish
Method Blending
Prep Time 10 minutes
Servings 1 serving

Equipment

  • food processor or use blender
  • microplane or grater

Ingredients

  • 1 heirloom tomato frozen
  • 1/4 cup vegan cheese of choice I used homemade vegan ricotta
  • olive oil to taste
  • flaky salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • fresh basil as desired

To Serve

  • 1 slice sourdough bread toasted

Instructions

  • Freeze heirloom tomato overnight or until frozen solid.
  • Spread vegan cheese on a shallow dish or bowl and grate frozen heirloom tomato over top, to taste.
  • Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle salt and pepper to taste and garnish with fresh basil.
  • Enjoy immediately, with a spoon or with freshly toasted sourdough bread.

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Hugo Spritz Mocktail (Non-Alcoholic)

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Hugo Spritz Mocktail (Non-Alcoholic)

Course Drinks
Prep Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 serving

Ingredients

  • ice to fill a glass
  • 1/2-1 oz elderflower syrup more as desired
  • 1 oz non-alcoholic spirit I used a gin alternative
  • 4 oz non-alcoholic prosecco or dry sparkling
  • 1 oz club soda
  • 3-4 mint leaves fresh

Garnish

  • 1-2 lime slices
  • 1-2 lemon slices
  • 1 sprig fresh mint

Instructions

  • Grab your mint leaves and smack them to release the aromas and essential oils. Add to your serving glass. Add elderflower syrup, non-alcoholic spirit and ice.
  • Add lemon and lime slices to the glass, prosecco and top off with club soda. Garnish with more fresh mint, to taste. Stir and enjoy immediately!

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Creamy Sausage Pasta with Lemon + Thyme (vegan, gluten free)

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Creamy Sausage Pasta with Lemon + Thyme

Course Main Course
Prep Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 people

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Ingredients

  • 4 oz pasta of choice
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil
  • 1 onion thinly sliced
  • 2-3 vegan sausages I used hot italian style sausages
  • 1 1/2 tbsp fresh thyme
  • 1/2 tsp fennel seeds
  • 3/4 cup vegan cream
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice reserve zest for later
  • salt kosher, to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • vegan parmesan to taste

Instructions

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a saucepan, heat oil over medium heat and add onions. Cook for 5-6 minutes, until tender and lightly golden brown. Then add sausage, breaking it up with your hands (remove casing if there is any) and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until aromatic and the sausage is golden brown.
  • Add fennel seeds and thyme to the pan and sauté for another 2 minutes. Lower heat to a simmer and add cream, stirring to combine. Add salt, pepper and lemon juice to taste.
  • Add cooked pasta to the pan along with a splash of pasta water (or as needed). Finish with vegan parmesan, to taste and lemon zest.

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Passionfruit Posset (vegan, dairy free)

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Passionfruit Posset (vegan, dairy free)

Course Dessert
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • blender
  • sieve or strainer
  • saucepan
  • blowtorch optional

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup passionfruit juice roughly 5-6 passionfruits worth
  • 1 1/3 cup coconut cream
  • 3/4 cup organic cane sugar more for bruleeing
  • 12 oz firm silken tofu
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • lime zest optional, for garnish

Instructions

  • Slice your passionfruits in half and strain through a sieve to extract as much juice as possible. Set aside.
  • If serving in passionfruit shells, remove the thin layer of flesh to reveal a smooth surface for serving.
  • In a small pan over medium heat, combine sugar and coconut cream and whisk continuously, just until the sugar has fully dissolved (about 1-2 minutes).
  • Add the passionfruit juice to the mixture and transfer to the blender. Add silken tofu and lime juice and blend until completely smooth.
  • Transfer the mixture to your passionfruit shells or a serving vessel of your choice (for something more practical, a short drinking glass or small ramekin works). Chill in the fridge for 3 hours or overnight, until fully set.
  • To serve, sprinkle with additional cane sugar and torch until it starts to bubble and turn golden brown, or serve as is. You can also top with more fresh passionfruit pulp (seeds included) and some fresh lime zest.

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Rainbow Veggie Salad with Peanut Dressing

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Rainbow Veggie Salad with Peanut Dressing

Course Main Course, Salad
Cuisine asian
Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 1 serving

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1/4 head green cabbage
  • 1 carrot large, peeled
  • 1-2 Persian cucumbers
  • 3-5 radish small, easter egg variety
  • 1/2 cup edamame cooked, optional
  • 2 tsp neutral oil
  • 3-4 oz high protein tofu finely diced
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Peanut Dressing

  • 3 tbsp natural peanut butter no ingredients added
  • 1 tbsp tamari or soy sauce
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
  • 1/2 lime juiced
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 clove garlic raw, grated
  • 1 tsp ginger grated
  • water as needed

Garnish

  • 1 green onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 tsp black sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp roasted peanuts chopped

Instructions

  • Start by chopping your vegetables thinly using a mandolin or knife. Shred cabbage using the mandolin, then thinly slice carrots into planks using the mandolin and finely slice into sticks. Slice cucumbers lengthwise and then thinly slice into matchsticks. Thinly slice radish into circular slices and transfer all of your vegetables (and edamame if using) to a mixing bowl.
  • Finely dice tofu into centimeter sized cubes and add neutral oil to a pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the tofu and let cook on one side for 2-3 minutes, until a nice golden crust forms. Try to spread the tofu out in the pan so that each piece is touching the surface of the pan. Shake the pan to toss and let sit for another minute. Shake once more and repeat, cooking for a minute. Season with salt and pepper to taste and toss to combine. Set aside.
  • Whisk together all dressing ingredients until smooth, adding water as needed to thin out the mixture.
  • When ready to serve, add dressing to the mixing bowl, toss to coat and then garnish with roasted peanuts.

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Chocolate Banana Quinoa Crunch Bites

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Chocolate Banana Quinoa Crunch Bites

Course Dessert, Snack
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 15 pieces

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup white quinoa
  • 3 oz dark chocolate dairy free
  • 1-2 bananas sliced into 1/2" coins

Instructions

  • Dry toast quinoa over medium heat in a pan, stirring constantly until it becomes golden brown in colour and starts to pop. Remove from the heat.
  • Melt down your chocolate in a small bowl (I used the microwave in 30 sec increments) and stir until smooth. Add toasted quinoa into the mixture and stir to combine.
  • Scoop about a tablespoon of the mixture onto a lined baking sheet or tray and then press a banana slice into the center.
  • Freeze for 30 minutes or until frozen solid and enjoy!

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Pistachio Croissants (Vegan)

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Pistachio Croissants (Vegan)

Course baked goods, Dessert
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 1 serving

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 vegan croissant
  • 1/2 cup pistachio cream
  • 1/4 cup roasted pistachios roughly chopped
  • 2 tsp powdered sugar

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a nonstick baking mat.
  • Using a bread knife, making a horizontal slice but leave a little connection on one side of the croissant. Open the croissant up like a book.
  • Scoop a generous amount of the pistachio cream filling into the croissant and close the croissant. Spread a little more cream on top of the croissant and sprinkle with the chopped roasted pistachios.
  • Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes, until the pistachio cream is slightly golden brown. Let cool and sprinkle with powdered sugar to taste and enjoy.
  • If you have leftovers, store in the refrigerator and pop the croissants back into the oven to re-heat before enjoying again.

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