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    • Rice-friendlySomething saucy or easy to pick with chopsticks. Goes really well with rice.
    • Curry & StewMake big batches and store for later use. Perfect for weekdays or work from home.
    • Soup & NoodlesNo matter how the weather is, soup and noodles are always comfort food to me. These recipes mostly don’t require meat. Let the vegetables shine and nourish your body.
    • Veg PastaDefinitely not authentic, but I like to cook pasta with loads of vegetables that is nutritious and filling.
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Tofu in tomato sauce
Posted inRecipes Rice-friendly

Simple Tofu Recipe in Comforting Tomato Sauce

This simple tofu recipe allows you to have a healthy midweek meal real quickly. It's a kind of Asian comfort food. Recipe adapted from a cookbook.
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Tags: Cookbook, Tofu, Tomato, VeganNovember 1, 2023
Ottolenghi recipe - Bkeila, potato and butter bean stew.
Posted inCurry & Stew Recipes

Yotam Ottolenghi Recipe: Bkeila, Potato and Butter Bean Stew

First time tried out Yotam Ottolenghi recipe. This Tunisian Jewish stew takes some time to make but steps are easy. Hearty and humble, perfect with flatbread.
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Tags: Cookbook, Legumes, Potato, VeganOctober 26, 2023
Asian home food-aubergine in black bean sauce.
Posted inRecipes Rice-friendly

Easy Viet Aubergine Recipe with Black Bean Sauce

This is our #1 aubergine recipe by far because of easy cooking and the flavour is just RIGHT! It's from a popular Vietnamese vegetarian cookbook.
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Tags: Aubergine, Cookbook, VeganOctober 10, 2023
Roasted courgette with mixed lentils and spinach
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Roasted Courgette with Lentils and Spinach

A roasted courgette (with lentils) recipe by a Michelin Bib Gourmand awarded chef. The flavour is elegant and I promise you'll be satiated.
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Tags: Cookbook, Courgette, Legumes, Spinach, VeganSeptember 13, 2023
Moroccan zaalouk (aubergine and tomato spread) with baguette
Posted inBake & Snack Recipes

Moroccan Zaalouk (Aubergine and Tomato Vegan Spread)

Zaalouk can be made in one pot. Simple and delicious. Perfect in a flatbread or spread on bread. Learned from a Moroccan cookbook.
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Tags: Aubergine, Cookbook, Moroccan, One Pot, Tomato, VeganSeptember 5, 2023
Meera Sodha’s Salmon and Spinach Curry (Easy, Quick and Mild)
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Meera Sodha’s Salmon and Spinach Curry (Easy, Quick and Mild)

Meera Sodha salmon curry tested! It's great for people who like milder curry. I can quickly clean this up without sweating.
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Tags: Cookbook, One Pot, Seafood, Spinach, TomatoApril 25, 2023
The Happy Pear Chickpea Curry (Steps-Cut Chana Masala)
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The Happy Pear Chickpea Curry (Steps-Cut Chana Masala)

The Happy Pear Chickpea Curry uses less spice and oil, more veg and coconut milk. Can't say it's very Indian but the healthy and easy approach is appreciated.
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Tags: Cookbook, Legumes, One Pot, Pumpkin, Sweet Potato, VeganApril 18, 2023
Rosa Thai Mushroom Salad in Vegan Nam Tok Sauce
Posted inRecipes Salad & Dressing

Rosa Thai Mushroom Salad in Vegan Nam Tok Sauce

This mushroom salad is a popular recipe from Rosa Thai's cookbook. Very refreshing and made in vegan, can be ready in 10 mins.
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Tags: Cookbook, Mushroom, VeganApril 4, 2023
vegan Indonesian satay without coconut milk
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Indonesian Satay Without Coconut Milk (Happy Pear’s Recipe)

It works! First time I tried to make Indonesian satay without coconut milk. Less heavy but the satay flavour is there. Surprisingly good taste and easy to make.
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Tags: Cookbook, One Pot, Sweet Potato, Tofu, VeganMarch 23, 2023
Vegetarian Pasta: Summer Ortolana Fusilli
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Vegetarian Pasta: Summer Ortolana Fusilli

I almost forgot, a vegetarian pasta, without the presence of pancetta or bacon, can be so tasty! It's easy to make and healthy, too!
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Tags: Cookbook, Tomato, VeganMay 11, 2021

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