When I think about turning fish into a burger, I want to see flavor. I eat a fair amount of fish. I love it, but it needs to be different sometimes. These burgers are different in so many ways. Asian style, barbecue sauce, quick pickles, ‘nough said.
So, what is seitan you ask? Great question! Pronounced satan, it is a vegetarian meat substitute made from wheat gluten, commonly known as the wheat meat. It can easily be found at health food stores, or you can make it at home. There are numerous seitan recipes out there with various results. It all depends on the cooking method and the desired texture. Someday I will make a post all about cooking seitan, but today we are looking at these skewers with blueberry balsamic relish!
Posted in Seitan, Vegan, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Balsamic, Basil, Blueberry, Garlic, Quick and Easy, Seitan, Vegan, Vegetarian
I first came across paella in a cooking magazine. It was a seafood paella and used whole lobsters and shrimp. I didn’t know what the dish was at the time, but I could tell it was very extravagant indeed. I was a poor college student and would never be able to afford such a luxury. However, the dish intrigued me and stayed in the back of my mind for some time.
Posted in Rice Dish, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Cast iron, Fresh Herbs, Garlic, Peas, Rice, Tofu, Tomatoes, Vegan, Vegetarian
I have been cranking out New Orleans style cuisine like mad recently. Cajun and creole foods are my favorites. Cajun and creole are both cuisine styles that originate from French settlers of Louisiana. I have always thought of them as one in the same, so today i did a little research to discover the difference. Here is a quick breakdown: Continue reading
Posted in Cajun, Gluten Free Dishes, Vegan, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Cajun, Garlic, Rice, Tofu, Tomatoes, Vegan, Vegetarian, Zucchini
Greek is one of my favorite salad types. Greek salads always include bold flavors and lots of color! This salad is perfect for the summertime using fresh and widely available produce, like cucumbers and tomatoes. I like to make a big batch to take to work all week long. Everyone is jealous at lunch time when I open up my mug!
Posted in Grains, Salad, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Beans, Cheese, Cucumber, Garlic, Olives, Tomatoes, Vegetarian, Whole grain
I love spicy food! Cajun flavors are always a favorite, but they rarely come vegetarian. I have adapted this red beans and rice recipe to include all the spicy and smokey flavors, without the associated sausage.
This recipe is made in the slow cooker, making it a summertime favorite. When standing around the hot stove or oven isn’t cutting it anymore, break out the slow cooker! I have a small slow cooker (1.5 quarts), which is perfect for two people. You can double the recipe for a larger slow cooker and have enough for a crowd!
Posted in Cajun, Grains, Vegan, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Beans, Cajun, Garlic, Make ahead, Rice, Smoked paprika, Vegan, Vegetarian
Pizza is an absolute favorite around here, and this pizza explodes with flavor! We eat this pizza as a once-in-a-while treat because it is definitely a splurge. A must try if you are a pizza fan, however. A Chicago-style pizza has the cheese on the bottom and the sauce on the top because it has a long baking time and the sauce on the top prevents the cheese from burning. This layering method works wonders for the flavor as well. The diced tomato sauce roasts on the top of the pizza, melting the cheese into a gooey center, all held together with a thick crust. I’m getting hungry just writing about it!
Posted in Pizza, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Cast iron, Cheese, Garlic, Make ahead, Tomatoes, Whole grain
Salads are awesome. In any shape or form. Combining simple ingredients with a flavorful sauce or dressing is pure genius. Today’s salad is made with Japanese soba noodles, broccoli, and tofu. It is very simple, then you add the sauce and voila! It’s an awesome salad.
You can swap in your favorite veggie or protein source to customize this salad. I love the texture of a good pan seared tofu bite, with the crunchy broccoli, but you may prefer some chicken with snow peas. Go with the flow, do as your heart desires.
Posted in Salad, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Broccoli, Garlic, Noodles, Peanut butter, Quick and Easy, Tofu, Vegan, Vegetarian
Zucchini is a favorite summer time staple of mine. If you have ever grown zucchini you know that often times you end up with more zucchini than you can use and this recipe is great way to devour those delectable summer time treats!
This sandwich is a vegetarian twist on the Italian grinder. I have made this classic recipe a little easier by using simple marinara sauce, made zesty with garlic and lots of red pepper flakes, and a little tastier by toasting it in the oven!
Posted in Sandwich, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Cheese, Garlic, Marinara, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian, Whole grain, Zucchini
