In my health coaching practice, I meet a lot of people have never tried tempeh before, or who have tried it and didn’t like it. I’ve found that this dish is a good way to introduce people to it, as it shows tempeh’s versatility. Often people who have previously said they don’t like tempeh have […]
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The Four Essential Components of a Good Taco
When I talk about making tacos, I talk about building tacos. That’s because tacos are a multi-component dish. From the tortilla to the filling to the salsa to the toppings, each component is layered one on top of the other to create a complex, engaging experience with every single bite. Understanding what each of those […]
Recipe: Cajun Tofu with Dirty Quinoa
Every now and then, I get lazy and hit the easy button. Often, this includes falling on my favorite prepared spice staple: Cajun seasoning. This rub is a nice blend of salt and red spices that can act as the undertone or the main flavor. In this recipe, it’s the main flavor. Traditionally, dirty rice […]
Product Review: Eat Pastry Gluten-Free Baking Mixes
Eat Pastry. I love that name. And I usually have a container of the company’s yummy cookie dough in my refrigerator. Just in case I need a hot cookie or a spoonful of dough. So when the company recently offered to send Chic Vegan some samples of their new gluten-free baking mixes, I was eager […]
Recipe: Vegetable Paella from Vegan Without Borders by Robin Robertson
Saffron is traditional in this voluptuous Spanish stew, but if you don’t have any you can leave it out and you’ll still have a delicious dish. If you’re not a fan of eggplant, substitute diced mushrooms. For a heartier dish, add 8 ounces of diced seitan, vegan sausage, or steamed tempeh. This recipe is from […]