Look through pinterest sometime and you might see hundreds of Poke bowl recipes. They’re bright, fresh and multicoloured so perfect for pictures but what they also tend to be is non-vegan. Poke actually refers to the fish component, diced raw tuna. Originating in Hawaii, the bowl is built around the best fresh fish and surrounded by sushi components like rice, seaweed, edamame and others. I’ve seen some vegan recipes for this where the fish is replaced with tofu or tempeh but none of them come close to the freshness of the original recipe. Instead I’ve taken inspiration from the budget version of poke bowls that use tinned tuna. You might…
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Okonomiyaki – Japanese Cabbage Pancakes (Vegan & Gluten Free)
Tomorrow is pancake day. We’re not short on pancake recipes on this blog – I’m a big fan of exploring what this recipe looks like around the world – but today I wanted to give you an extra special recipe. Okonomiyaki is a traditional snack on the streets of japan. Sold at food stalls and small, hole in the wall restaurants, it’s incredibly popular. There are a few traditional elements that I’ve had to look at substituting. There are no eggs in this batter normally, instead a Japanese yam called a nagaimo is grated. It produces a thick sludge that works as a great binder but it practically impossible to…
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Cajun Palm Hearts with Gnocchi (Vegan & Gluten Free)
As a general rule, Kenny and I don’t celebrate valentines day. Instead we celebrate the anniversary of our first date on the 8th of February. It’s a date that actually means something to us, not just a socially mandated date for romance. Of course, for you that means you get our anniversary dinner just in time for valentines day. This year I returned to heart of palm for their lobster/scallop like texture but without any relation to any actual fish. Tossed in cajun spices and paired with fluffy homemade gnochi, in a creamy, herby sauce, this makes for a deliciously tasty dish that seems like it’s so much more work…
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Kimchi Pancakes (Kimchi-Jeon) – Vegan & Gluten Free
I’ve got pancakes on the brain at the moment, not sweet pancakes but savoury. I’ve looked at chickpea pancakes (really tasty, full of protein and gluten free) and pancakes across the world from Dutch babies (tricky to make vegan and gluten free) to Japanese okonomiyaki (look out for that recipe next week!). It makes sense really, pancake day is next week and want you to have lots of options to choose from. I’m told kimchi pancakes are the solution to those odd bits of leftover kimchi but I struggle to believe that. Personally I’ve never had a problem getting rid of kimchi, it’s always been very happy in my stomach.…
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Crispy Cauliflower Tacos with Tahini Sauce (Vegan & Gluten Free)
We’re a big fan of tacos in our house. Flexible and easy to customise for each person’s taste, it makes for a great dinner when you’ve got picky people. These tacos are centred around crispy, baked cauliflower. Paired with my favourite tahini sauce it makes for such a tasty dinner that I had the leftovers for breakfast. But before we get to the recipe, lets talk about how to make your cauliflower crispy while still keeping everything gluten free. One of the favourite ways to ensure baked goods remain crispy normally is to use panko breadcrumbs. Unfortunately, I have yet to find a gluten free version of panko breadcrumbs but…
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Gobi Manchurian (Vegan & Gluten Free)
I saw Asama Khan’s recipe for Gobi Manchurian and I just knew I had to make my own version (find her recipe here). The first issue with this recipe for us is that batter on the cauliflower. It’s not gluten free but a crisp batter is incredibly important to make an authentic dish. I’ve pull together a tasty, gluten free batter that keeps your cauliflower crisp once dunked in the sauce. Unfortunately this can’t be baked, I did try but I’ve yet to find a baked version that I’m happy with. Kenny has pointed out that we eat perhaps a little more fried food than we should so I promise…
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Spanish Omelette (Vegan & Gluten Free)
Surprisingly enough, this is one of those recipes that doesn’t have to change much from the original to make it vegan. Chickpeas are a familiar staple in Spain and a well known traditional substitute for eggs which makes it easy for us. Traditionally filled with potatoes, this makes a filling breakfast for a crowd or a great light lunch with a side salad. I like to mix mine up with more than potatoes, sweet red peppers make a great addition too, along with red onion. It’s an incredibly easy dish to make and doesn’t need to be closely watched. If you’re into batch cooking then the vegetables can be easily…
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Crispy Chimmichurri Cauliflower Steak Sandwiches (Vegan, Gluten Free)
I don’t believe in small sandwiches. A good sandwich sound have big flavours, contrasting textures, and lots of layers. This is one of those sandwiches. The heart is a cauliflower steak, marinaded in chimmichurri sauce, coated in a crunchy batter, and smothered in more chimmichuri. Layer it up with your favourite burger fixin’s, on a great gluten free bun or sub roll with a little mayo and I don’t know anyone who won’t love it. If you’ve been looking at vegan food for a while then cauliflower steaks won’t be new to you, but I know that they’re just not that popular to my meat eating friends. I understand. Taken…
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Vegan Philly Cheesesteak (Vegan, Gluten Free, Nut Free)
I want to start this by saying I have never been to Philadelphia so I’ve never had a real authentic cheesesteak. This recipe came from seeing it so often on TV that I wanted to try it. As with any iconic food, there are debates on what should be added to the perfect Cheesesteak. Peppers or not, cheese whizz or provolone, ketchup or mayo? I’ve build out my vegan version based on what I look for and I hope you enjoy it as much as I do! I’ve substitute the steak strips for marinated mushrooms to get a great meaty texture and flavour. You can use your favourite cheese if…
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Marinaded Chimichurri Beans with Easy Gluten Free Flatbreads (Vegan, GF, NF)
Any visit to Argentina isn’t complete without getting familiar with that favourite sauce, chimicurri. Unfortunately, with lockdown happening in the UK again this week, travel isn’t really an option so I’ve chosen to travel using my taste buds, always my favourite method. For a lot of plant based eaters, beans often feature heavily in the diet as an economical protein source. If you’ve ever found yourself looking for something new, this little trip to Argentina for your beans may be it. I paired my beans with an incredibly easy gluten free flatbread. I’d strongly suggest using a mixer with a dough attachment, especially with the first knead. The bread will…
