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Spam musubi is a popular snack in Hawaii, often made with spam, but this vegan version uses tofu as a substitute.

Ingredients

  • โ—2 cups sushi rice
  • โ—2 1/2 cups water
  • โ—1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • โ—2 tbsp sugar
  • โ—1 tsp salt
  • โ—1 block of firm tofu
  • โ—2 tbsp soy sauce
  • โ—1 tbsp maple syrup
  • โ—1 tbsp sesame oil
  • โ—4 sheets nori
  • โ—1/4 cup furikake (Japanese rice seasoning)
  • โ—1 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. 1Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
  2. 2In a rice cooker or pot, combine the rinsed rice and water. Cook according to the rice cooker's instructions or bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit for 10 minutes.
  3. 3In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Gently fold this mixture into the cooked rice. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.
  4. 4While the rice is cooling, prepare the tofu. Slice the tofu into 1/2-inch thick rectangles.
  5. 5In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, maple syrup, and sesame oil. Marinate the tofu slices in this mixture for at least 15 minutes.
  6. 6Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated tofu slices and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  7. 7To assemble the musubi, place a sheet of nori on a clean surface, shiny side down. Wet your hands to prevent sticking and take a handful of sushi rice, pressing it into a rectangle shape on the nori.
  8. 8Place a slice of the cooked tofu on top of the rice, then sprinkle with furikake. Add another layer of rice on top, pressing down gently to secure the tofu.
  9. 9Fold the nori over the rice and tofu, sealing the edges with a little water. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
  10. 10Slice the musubi into bite-sized pieces and serve at room temperature or chilled.

Equipment

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Ingredients

  • โ—1 block (14 oz) firm tofu
  • โ—2 tbsp cornstarch
  • โ—2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • โ—1 bell pepper, sliced
  • โ—1 cup broccoli florets
  • โ—1 carrot, sliced
  • โ—1/2 cup pineapple chunks
  • โ—1/4 cup soy sauce
  • โ—1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • โ—1/4 cup sugar
  • โ—1 tbsp ketchup
  • โ—1 tsp garlic, minced
  • โ—1 tsp ginger, minced
  • โ—1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1Press the tofu for 15-20 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut it into cubes.
  2. 2In a bowl, toss the tofu cubes with cornstarch until evenly coated.
  3. 3Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  4. 4Add the tofu cubes and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  5. 5In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil and stir-fry the bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot for about 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
  6. 6Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and stir-fry for another 2 minutes.
  7. 7In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, ketchup, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  8. 8Pour the sauce over the vegetables in the skillet and bring to a simmer.
  9. 9Add the cooked tofu back into the skillet and toss everything together until well coated in the sauce.
  10. 10Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  11. 11Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Equipment

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Ingredients

  • โ—1 block (14 oz) soft tofu
  • โ—2 cups vegetable broth
  • โ—1 cup water
  • โ—1 medium onion, diced
  • โ—2 cloves garlic, minced
  • โ—1 medium zucchini, sliced
  • โ—1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • โ—1 cup spinach, chopped
  • โ—2 tbsp gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
  • โ—2 tbsp soy sauce
  • โ—1 tbsp sesame oil
  • โ—1 tsp salt
  • โ—1/2 tsp black pepper
  • โ—2 green onions, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat.
  2. 2Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautรฉing until the onion is translucent.
  3. 3Stir in the sliced zucchini and mushrooms, cooking for about 5 minutes until softened.
  4. 4Add the gochugaru, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine.
  5. 5Pour in the vegetable broth and water, bringing the mixture to a boil.
  6. 6Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and gently add the soft tofu, breaking it into chunks.
  7. 7Add the chopped spinach and simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes.
  8. 8Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or gochugaru for spice.
  9. 9Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

Equipment

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Ingredients

  • โ—1 cup jackfruit, canned and drained
  • โ—1/2 cup buffalo sauce
  • โ—1 tbsp olive oil
  • โ—1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • โ—1/2 tsp onion powder
  • โ—1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • โ—Salt to taste
  • โ—4 whole grain burger buns
  • โ—1 cup lettuce, shredded
  • โ—1/2 cup vegan ranch dressing
  • โ—1/2 cup pickles, sliced

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC).
  2. 2In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. 3Add the drained jackfruit to the skillet and sautรฉ for about 5 minutes until it starts to soften.
  4. 4Add garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and salt to the jackfruit, stirring well to combine.
  5. 5Pour in the buffalo sauce and mix until the jackfruit is well coated. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. 6Remove from heat and use a fork to shred the jackfruit into smaller pieces, resembling pulled chicken.
  7. 7Toast the burger buns in the oven for about 5 minutes until lightly golden.
  8. 8Assemble the sandwiches by placing a generous amount of the buffalo jackfruit on the bottom half of each bun.
  9. 9Top with shredded lettuce, a drizzle of vegan ranch dressing, and sliced pickles.
  10. 10Cover with the top half of the bun and serve immediately.

Equipment

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Ingredients

  • โ—14 oz firm tofu
  • โ—1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • โ—1 tbsp lemon juice
  • โ—1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • โ—1/2 tsp onion powder
  • โ—1/2 tsp salt
  • โ—1/4 tsp black pepper
  • โ—1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1Drain the tofu and press it to remove excess moisture.
  2. 2In a mixing bowl, crumble the tofu with your hands until it resembles ricotta cheese.
  3. 3Add nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the crumbled tofu.
  4. 4Mix all the ingredients together until well combined and creamy.
  5. 5If using, fold in the chopped fresh basil for added flavor.
  6. 6Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice as desired.
  7. 7Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Equipment

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Ingredients

  • โ—1 cup raw cashews, soaked for 4 hours
  • โ—1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • โ—1/2 lemon, juiced
  • โ—1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • โ—1/2 tsp salt
  • โ—1/4 tsp black pepper
  • โ—4 slices whole grain bread
  • โ—1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • โ—1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • โ—1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1Drain and rinse the soaked cashews.
  2. 2In a food processor, combine the soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. 3Toast the slices of whole grain bread until golden brown.
  4. 4Spread a generous amount of the vegan ricotta on each slice of toasted bread.
  5. 5Top the ricotta with halved cherry tomatoes and sprinkle with fresh basil.
  6. 6Drizzle with olive oil for added flavor.
  7. 7Serve immediately as a delicious appetizer or snack.

Equipment

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Ingredients

  • โ—1 cup sushi rice
  • โ—1 1/4 cups water
  • โ—1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • โ—1 tbsp sugar
  • โ—1/2 tsp salt
  • โ—4 sheets nori (seaweed)
  • โ—1/2 avocado, sliced
  • โ—1/2 cucumber, julienned
  • โ—1/2 carrot, julienned
  • โ—Soy sauce for serving
  • โ—Pickled ginger for serving
  • โ—Wasabi for serving

Instructions

  1. 1Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. 2In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  3. 3Remove from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for an additional 10 minutes.
  4. 4In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Stir this mixture into the cooked rice gently.
  5. 5Place a bamboo sushi mat on a clean surface and lay a sheet of nori on top, shiny side down.
  6. 6Wet your hands to prevent sticking, then take a handful of sushi rice and spread it evenly over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
  7. 7Arrange slices of avocado, cucumber, and carrot in a line across the center of the rice.
  8. 8Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the sushi away from you, pressing gently but firmly to keep the roll tight.
  9. 9Once rolled, use a sharp knife to slice the roll into 6-8 pieces. Wipe the knife with a damp cloth between cuts for clean slices.
  10. 10Repeat the process with the remaining nori sheets and fillings.
  11. 11Serve the rolls with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi.

Equipment

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