Tag: vegan

The Tipsy Vegan by John Schlimm
07/24/2013

The Tipsy Vegan by John Schlimm

Okay, what a way to start out the year: vegan recipes that “turn every bite into happy hour”. The Tipsy Vegan (De Capo Press, 2011, ISBN 9780738215075) is small, square, and the perfect size to pack in a tote bag when shopping for the dinner party, …

Cookbooks, Food, Healthy Cooking
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by Renee Shelton
Differences Between Tofu, Tempeh, and Hatcho Miso Soybean Paste
03/18/2011

Differences Between Tofu, Tempeh, and Hatcho Miso Soybean Paste

Soybeans are an excellent source of lowfat protein, and fit into many meals. Tofu, tempeh, and soybean paste all have different uses and properties to them. Soybeans are an excellent source of protein and can be processed and served in a number of ways. Soybeans …

Food, Healthy Cooking, Pantry
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by Renee Shelton
Grilled Tofu and Asian Slaw Salad with Edamame
03/11/2011

Grilled Tofu and Asian Slaw Salad with Edamame

Eating soy products is a great way to add quality fiber, iron and protein into a diet. Tofu is a soy product processed from soy milk, and edamame is the actual soy beans still in the pods themselves. According to the USDA Nutritional Database, a 100-gram serving of firm tofu (about 3.75 oz.) contains less than 9 grams of fat and about 15 grams of protein. A 1/4 cup serving of shelled edamame contains about 2 grams of fat and 4 grams of protein.

Here is recipe using both of these soy products. Both the marinade and dressing may be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator until preparation time; just whisk well before use as the oil may solidify a bit. This recipe makes about 4 servings, depending on meal size served.

Grilled Tofu with Asian Slaw, Edamame and Peanuts with Sesame Ginger Dressing

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 14-16 oz. block of firm tofu cut into 1/2 inch slices
  • 3 tablespoons peanut oil
  • 3 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar

Ginger Sesame Dressing

  • 4 mounded cups Napa cabbage sliced thin (about 3/4 average head)
  • 1 cup fresh mung bean sprouts
  • 2 whole green onions cut on bias both green and white parts
  • 1/2 cup cilantro rinsed well and chopped
  • 2/3 cup edamame cooked and shelled
  • 1/4 cup dry roasted peanuts
  • 4 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons sherry vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons dark sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons peanut oil
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated peeled gingerroot
  • Pinch of white pepper

Instructions
 

  • Whisk the peanut oil, soy sauce, sherry vinegar and rice vinegar together in a bowl.
  • In a large casserole or other shallow dish, pour the marinade over the tofu slices. Turn over to coat all the slices. Place in the refrigerator for about 3 hours, turning the tofu slices about 4-6 more times.
  • Brush an indoor grill lightly with a nonstick spray and heat up to high (or sear setting). Lift each slice of tofu out of marinade to briefly drain and arrange on grill. Grill for about 3 minutes, then turn over to cook another 4 minutes more. Remove from grill, and serve with the slaw and sesame dressing.
  • Combine the sliced cabbage, bean sprouts, green onion, cilantro, edamame and peanuts in a large mixing bowl. Toss well to incorporate ingredients.
  • In a small mixing bowl, whisk the sherry vinegar, rice vinegar, dark sesame oil, peanut oil, soy sauce, sugar and grated gingerroot together. Add in a pinch of white pepper to taste.
  • Pour over the salad ingredients and toss well to coat the slaw. Serve with the grilled tofu.
Food, Healthy Cooking, Recipes
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by Renee Shelton
Vegan Rarebit and Pasta Sauce with Nutritional Yeast
02/26/2011

Vegan Rarebit and Pasta Sauce with Nutritional Yeast

Vegans use nutritional yeast as an ingredient to add fiber, Vitamin B, and flavor to a dish. Nutritional yeast is also used in recipes traditionally calling for cheese as the tangy and slightly salty flavor is reminiscent of cheese.   While nutritional yeast may be …

Food, Healthy Cooking, Recipes
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by Renee Shelton
Complementary Protein Sources and How to Create a Complete Protein
01/15/2011

Complementary Protein Sources and How to Create a Complete Protein

Mixing different grains, seeds, beans, peas and low fat dairy products together in the right combinations will make complete proteins. You don’t have to be a vegetarian to enjoy a meal without meat. Beef, pork, and chicken all contain heart healthy protein – but they …

Food, Healthy Cooking
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by Renee Shelton