Posted in: Entree: Vegetarian By LoriNov 6, 2008 – 9:34 AM The bland taste of tofu is ideally suited to soaking up the intense flavours which come together in a freshly-made salted black bean sauce. 2 tbsp. Chinese salted, fermented black beans2 cloves garlic, finely minced2 slices peeled fresh ginger, each about the size of a…

Posted in: Entree: Vegetarian By LoriNov 6, 2008 – 9:45 AM A simple but appetizing dish best made with rice left over from the previous night’s meal. 2-3 servings 5 tbsp. vegetable oil1 cup long-grain rice, washed, rinsed and steamed (or 3 cups leftover white rice)2 tbsp. light soy sauce2 tbsp. raw sunflower seeds1 large carrot,…

Posted in: Entree: Vegetarian By LoriNov 6, 2008 – 11:19 AM A hearty, casserole-style rice dish from India 15 oz. basmati rice (or long-grain rice if basmati is not available)1 tbsp. oil2 tsp. turmeric1 tsp. salt2 pints water6 cloves garlic1 one-inch piece of fresh ginger, coarsely chopped1/4 cup water2 tbsp. vegetable oil1 tsp. each of fennel,…

Posted in: Entree: Vegetarian By LoriNov 6, 2008 – 10:53 AM Satay1 tsp. fennel seed1 tsp. cumin seed1 tsp. ground coriander1/2 tsp. ground turmeric1/2 tsp. cinnamon1 1″ piece fresh ginger, peeled and coarsely chopped1/2 tsp. dried, ground lemon grass powder2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped6 shallots (or 1 onion), chopped2 tbsp. roasted peanuts1/2 cup coconumt milk2 tsp.…

Posted in: Entree: Vegetarian By LoriNov 6, 2008 – 11:56 AM 12 oz. yogourt1 – 2″ cube ginger, coarsely chopped4 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped3 tbsp. lemon juice1 tsp. salt2 tsp. ground cumin, roasted1tsp. garam masala1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper5-6 drops red food colouring (optional)5-6 drops yellow food colouring (optional)1 – 1 lb. package firm tofu,…

Posted in: Entree: Vegetarian By TrinaJul 13, 2022 – 8:31 PM Balls:1cup cooked wild rice3/4 cup finely chopped mushrooms1cup Yves Veggie Ground2 eggs3/4 cup breadcrumbs1 tsp garlic powder2 tsp dried mushroom powder1 tsp saltfresh pepper Gravy:3 tbsp salted butter3 tbsp flour1.5 cups veggie broth1/2 cup sour cream2 tsp poultry seasoningS&P BALLS:Preheat oven to 425Mix all ball…

Posted in: Entree: Vegetarian By LoriNov 6, 2008 – 10:00 AM 4 oz. firm tofu, dried then chopped finely2 tsp. dark soy sauce1 1/2 lb. oriental eggplant (long purple)1 1/2 tbsp. cornstarch3/4 cup water or unsalted vegetable stock1 1/2 tsp. Thai fish sauce (optional – substitute light soy sauce for a strictly vegetarian version)1 tbsp. oyster…

Posted in: Entree: Vegetarian, Side Dishes By LoriNov 6, 2008 – 11:07 AM Delicate whole wheat pastries stuffed with a variety of spiced, tender vegetables. 1 cup whole wheat flour1/2 tsp. salt6 tbsp. vegetable shortening1 egg, lightly beaten and divided in half1/2 tsp. white vinegar1/2 tsp. sugar5 tbsp. water4 tbsp. oil1 tsp. each of black onion (“kalonji”)…

Posted in: Entree: Vegetarian, Side Dishes By LoriNov 6, 2008 – 11:16 AM A tasty accompaniment for a special Indian meal. 15 oz. basmati rice (or long-grain rice if basmati is not available)2 tbsp. each oil and butter1 tsp. whole cumin seeds1 medium potato, peeled and diced into _” pieces1 small onion, chopped very finely2 cloves garlic,…