Sambar is a south Indian dal or vegetable stew with lentils, tamarind, and a fresh-ground spice mix or sambar masala. Eaten with rice, dosa or idli, it makes a healthy, nourishing and delicious meal! [feast_advanced_jump_to] What is sambar? A sambar (also called kuzhambu) is a south Indian-style dal or lentil and vegetable stew. This is...
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Vegan Fried Chicken
If you miss crispy, crunchy fried chicken, this vegan fried chicken recipe is for you! Oyster mushrooms are the star ingredient, providing a meaty texture and umami flavour to go with the irresistibly seasoned and fried exterior. I think we can all agree that the best thing about fried chicken is the crispy coating, right?...
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Turtle Cheesecake
This homemade turtle cheesecake is so rich and creamy, no one will believe it’s vegan! With layers of chocolate, caramel, and pecans, this decadent dessert is sure to be a hit for any special occasion. While there are many desserts that are great for parties and celebrations, nothing feels quite as indulgent as a cheesecake—and...
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Broccoli Cheese Rice Casserole
Broccoli cheese rice casserole is a comfort food favourite with plenty of creamy, cheesy goodness in every bite! This vegan version is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser whether you serve it for a holiday, potluck, or weeknight dinner. One of the hardest things for many vegans to give up is cheese, but these days, it’s easier than...
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Vegan Lemon Shortbread Cookies
These melt-in-the-mouth vegan lemon shortbread cookies have a brilliant lemon flavor and they need just six ingredients! These vegan lemon shortbread cookies are to die for. They are so crumbly and melt-in-the-mouth delicious, with a sparkling, lemony flavor. If you are a cookie monster that loves devouring buttery cookies like vegan shortbread cookies or vegan...
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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
These Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins pair the cozy flavour of pumpkin with a sweet-and-tangy cream cheese filling with delicious results. Crunchy pepitas are the perfect finishing touch! It turns out I have a bit of a weakness for pumpkin muffins. Over the years, I’ve shared vegan pumpkin muffins, pumpkin banana muffins, and pumpkin chocolate chip muffins—but...
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Southern Fried Chicken Recipe (Without Buttermilk)
Discover the secret to perfect Southern fried chicken with our soulful recipe—crispy, golden, and full of flavor! Skip the buttermilk soak and embrace a salt, sugar, and water brine for juiciness. Our blend of flour, cornstarch, and seasonings guarantees an irresistibly crispy coating every time. This recipe holds a special place for Marrekus, who fondly...
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Vegan Crescent Rolls
Soft and incredibly fluffy, these vegan crescent rolls beat store bought rolls any day, and they couldn’t be easier to make! I dream of soft, fluffy vegan crescent rolls fresh from the oven that I can tear open with my fingers, watch as the smoke dissipates right before my eyes, slather with a dab of vegan butter and raspberry jelly,...
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Red Velvet Brownies
Moist, rich Red Velvet Brownies are a divine treat for a special occasion, or anytime you’re craving a decadent dessert! You’ll love that signature red velvet flavour, along with the fluffy cream cheese frosting on top. Before I was a vegan food blogger, I was a baker. The very first dessert that I sold for...
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Creamy Butter Beans
An easy recipe for the most delicious and creamy butter beans! The beans are simply flavored with garlic and dried herbs, but they pack so much flavor. Butter beans (also called lima beans) are utterly delicious in simple recipes like this Greek gigantes plaki. The creamy butter bean recipe I am sharing here is probably...