This Sunday is mother’s day in the UK and in that spirit, this recipe is ideal for breakfast in bed. With vanilla, cinnamon, and a touch of sweetness, this is the ultimate treat for any brunch. I like to make it with slices of a great gluten free sourdough but it works equally well with whatever bread you have to hand. Topped off with maple syrup or a tasty fruit compote and it’ll hit the spot. Want to make it even easier for kids to whip together so they can make your breakfast? Then just pop all the ingredients into the blender jug the night before and (with supervision!) they…
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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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Winter Baked Oats (Vegan, Gluten Free, NF)
I’m a big fan of Jack Monroe (don’t know who she is? What are you doing here?! Go HERE and be inspired!) so when I craved a sweet breakfast this morning I reached for her recipe for baked oats. We almost never have pears in the house so instead I’ve done my own version of this tasty breakfast. Using odds and ends you can get a healthy, tasty breakfast that requires very little thought first thing in the morning – I don’t know about you but that’s perfect for me. Enjoy! Makes: Serves 3-4 Ingredients 3 Small Apples, diced small 1/3 cup Frozen Berries 2 Tbsp Sultanas 1 tsp Mixed Spice…
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Korean Pancakes (Pajeon) – Vegan, GF, NF
Korean style pancakes are my go to meal when I need to empty the fridge. Just before we go shopping, its ideal for using up the last of the vegetables. The batter is a tasty vehicle for all those veggies that need eating. It makes for a filling breakfast or an ideal side dish for your next dinner. The key ingredient to a pajeon is spring onions but if you don’t have them, feel free to make an inauthentic version with red or white onions. The batter forms a crisp, pancake with fluffy insides. It’s incredibly easy to make and was just as easy to adapt the traditional recipe to…
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Savory Chickpea Waffles (Vegan, GF, NF)
I’ve been looking for a new, interesting base for brunch. My first choice is to start my day with something savoury, not sweet. So while pancakes, waffles with syrup, and muffins are all good, they’re not my first choice. Instead, I’ve taken the idea of waffles and come up with a great savoury version. These savoury waffles are crisp on the outside, fluffy on the inside and full of flavour. Using chickpea flour as a base means these are packed full of protein but still vegan and gluten free. The additional flavours make a tasty savoury waffle and a great base for your next meal. Pile on top some coleslaw…
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Mung Bean Pancakes Stuffed with Braised Chard (Vegan & Gluten Free)
In my on going search for a decent vegan omelette, I came across Moong Dal Chilla. An old traditional Indian recipe for pancakes made from mung beans (also know as moong Beans), it works equally well as a healthy breakfast, delicious lunch or a light dinner. There’s a big difference between the traditional recipe and my interpretation – I use whole mung beans. The traditional recipe uses spilt and hulled mung beans, without their skins they’re a pleasant light yellow and produce a lovely golden pancake. Whole mung beans have green skins and I’ve leaned into the green by adding grated courgettes and fresh coriander. While I know its unusual,…
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Johnny Cakes (Vegan & Gluten Free)
Johnny Cakes, or hoecakes as they are also known, are an Incredibly simple dish from North American. Essentially a pancake made from cornmeal, the very simplest recipies are simply cornmeal and water mixed together before frying in a pan. Modern recipes often use a mix of flour and cornmeal as well as tenderisers like milk. Often they’re treated just like pancakes and served with syrup and butter in some American Diners. To me, these corn pancakes feel more savoury than sweet. So I’ve thrown together my own version which is definitely savoury and pairs really well with your next vegan English breakfast. Described as a cross between a normal pancake…
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Lincolnshire Sausages (Vegan, Gluten Free & Soy Free!)
The heatwave has arrived and I can almost guarantee what most of you will want to do in this weather – haul out the barbecue! It’s the classic British answer to hot, weather. Do what you can to make the most of the heat while it lasts, cook outside with friends, get sunburnt and maybe even a little drunk. It’s even a perfect idea as the COVID rules relax because you can obey the lockdown rules and still be social. If you’re vegan you might be struggling to think of how you can enjoy what is typically a very meat focused event. But don’t worry, I’ve got you. Alongside your…
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Buckwheat Crepes
I’m just going to leave this picture here for you to drool over. Think about it, don’t you just love pancakes, maybe drizzled with maple syrup and some fruit? Sometimes there’s a good side to social distancing, you’ve got nowhere to be so why not have a gentle start this weekend, make some pancakes in your PJs, and watch the day begin with a full belly and a cup of tea. These pancakes are vegan, gluten free, and allergy safe. They’re also incredibly easy – the batter likes to sit for a little while before cooking so take the time to make yourself a cup of tea and wake up…
