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Purple Cauliflower Steak with Pickled Mustard Seeds

Bring a dash of stunning color to your plate with this purple cauliflower steak! They're pan seared and roasted with herbs and garlic, served on a bed of fluffy creamy tofu "feta" and zingy chimichurri sauce and fresh pickled mustard seeds. Purple cauliflower is like the hotter sibling of cauliflowers ;) They taste not too different from the regular white cauliflower but they're rich in anthocyanin, which has cancer-fighting effect, can aid in prevention of diabetes among other amazing benefits! I used some of this purple cauliflower to make some purple cauliflower crackers and this is a second dish you can make with the rest of it!  INGREDIENTS: 2 large slices of cauliflower, 1/2 inch thick 1/4 cup avocado oil 3-4 fat garlic cloves, minced 1 tsp onion powder 1/2 tsp thyme 2 bay leaves 1 rosemary branch Whipped Tofu Feta 6 oz silken tofu 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon oregano Pinch of salt Chimichurri s...

Flower Crystal Dumplings (Dim Sum) with Vegan Fillings

Steamed crystal dumplings but in an exquisite cherry blossom shape. These dumplings are little pieces of edible art that will for sure bring all the "wow" and smiles out of your loved ones! And I guarantee you yourself will enjoy the process of making them as well, watching beauty bloom between your own two hands. Crystal dumplings are one of the many, many variations of dumplings in China. They are the most popular in the southern part of the country and you would most likely find them on dim sum menus. Har Gow aka shrimp dumpling, for example, is a type of crystal dumplings and frequently ordered at any dim sum meal. It was also one of my personal favorites before I went vegan. To take my beloved crystal dumplings to an even more enchanting level, I made them into flower shapes, I think they really resemble the look of cherry blossoms! They really made me feel like I was bring a breeze of spring onto the table. As for the fillings, I took inspiration from the traditional Ch...

Purple Cauliflower Crackers Vegan Gluten Free

Turn your cauliflower into these crunchy, flavorful, nutrient-dense and gluten-free crackers! It's such a fun way to eat more veggies and it's super easy to make! You can even make these with your kids as a fun family activity. I got this gorgeous purple cauliflower a while ago and wanted to make something that can really showcase its beauty! So I made not one but two recipes with it. The first was these pretty purple crackers! Yes of course cauliflower crackers are "low carb" but that's not really the point for me.  Purple cauliflower, like other colorful vegetables, contains antioxidants called anthocyanins, which are responsible for its vibrant hue. These antioxidants have been linked to various health benefits, including reducing inflammation, supporting heart health, and potentially reducing the risk of certain chronic diseases. Additionally, purple cauliflower, like its white counterpart, is a good source of vitamins and fiber, making these crackers so much ...

Shanghai Style Vegan Wontons in Peanut Butter and Chili Oil Sauce

This, is the GOAT of all wontons - sorry to all the other wonton varieties out there I love them all but nothing tops these Shanghai street food style wontons! They are stuffed with umami tofu and colorful vegetables, cooked then chilled, and doused in a luscious peanut butter and chili oil sauce. I hold this recipe especially dear to my heart, as it embodies some of the best memories from my years in Shanghai. Throughout all the ups and downs, growth and growth pains, the street food in Shanghai was the one consistent thing that gave me so much comfort and joy. Scallion pancakes, scallion oil noodles, turnip cakes, soup dumplings, siu mai... but most of all, wontons! Hot steamy wonton soups in the winter and chilled peanut butter chili oil wontons in the spring and summer. The peanut butter and chili oil sauce is without a doubt the soul of this dish. I highly recommend making your own chili oil following this recipe ! It's sooo much more aromatic and flavorful than storebought an...

Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice

Make your fried rice tropical with this vegan pineapple fried rice! And to take the fun up even another notch, why not serve it in a pineapple bowl! It's naturally gluten-free, and high protein with the eggiest tofu scramble. Pineapple fried rice is a popular dish in Thai cuisine, known for its sweet and savory flavor profile and tropical vibe. While the dish itself is totally legit, it's something locals would eat as well, serving it in a pineapple bowl is more of a "touristy" thing but hey, no one can argue this is not super fun and smile inducing! This recipe is veganized so it's made without seafood, meat, or eggs but it's still packed with so many flavors and balanced nutrition! It's also highly adaptable, you can use whatever vegetables you like or happen to have in the fridge, some great alternatives include sweet bell peppers, snap peas, grean beans, zucchini, and more. INGREDIENTS: 2 cup day old white jasmine rice 1 whole pineapple 1 small sweet o...