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Italian Amatriciana, Italian Pasta
Vegan Italian Amatriciana Italian Amatriciana, Italian pastaItalian Amatriciana, Italian pasta, involves a famous traditional Italian dish, and possibly one of the most beloved by Italians. Even after the earthquake's destruction that unfortunately destroyed the dish's homeland Amatrice (Abruzzo), the dish still holds a place in many hearts. Italian Amatriciana has several different...
Tunisian Boiled Salad Recipe
Tunisian Boiled Salad Like many of our recipes, our Tunisian Boiled Salad recipe and its description come from a native of Tunisia. This Mediterranean country filled with history and natural beauty offers delicious food, too! In addition, many of the Tunisian dishes offer great nutrition. But, Tunisia rests in North Africa on the Mediterranean Sea. In fact, you will recognize the...
Tunisian Spice, Tabil
Tabil, Tunisian Spice BlendTabil (pronounced like "table") means seasoning in Tunisian Arabic. This widely-loved Tunisian spice blend, also recognized as Tabil, is a staple in most kitchens, with a history that traces back to the late 1400s. Comprising coriander seeds as its foundation, the versatile Tunisian spice blend, Tabil recipe, adds distinctive accents to numerous Tunisian...
Korean Glass Noodle Japchae (stir-fry)
Korean noodle japchae stir-fry Noodle Japchae is a very popular dish in Korean Cuisine. It's original which was a veggie stir-fry that focused on the Shiitake mushroom component, made it's first appearance in the 17th century by Yi Chung for the King Gwanghaegun's palace banquet. The king loved the dish so much he promoted Yi Chung and after that day Japchae made it's showing at royal...
Tunisian Salad
Tunisian Salad Like many of our recipes, our Tunisian Salad recipe and its description come from a native of Tunisia. This Mediterranean country filled with history and natural beauty offers delicious food, too! In addition, many of the Tunisian dishes offer great nutrition. However, Tunisia rests in North Africa on the Mediterranean Sea. In fact, you will recognize the Mediterranean influence...
Russian Beet Salad Vinegret
Russian Beet Salad Vinegret You know you’re Russian if you recognize this salad! At most holidays, special occasions and parties, you will see a bowl of this Russian Beet Salad vinegret make an appearance. Even though it’s called “Vinegret” in Russian, which sounds like a vinaigrette, it’s an actual salad, not the dressing. When I look at the list of ingredients for Russian beet...
Chinese Stir-Fried Rice
Chinese Stir-Fried Rice Anyone who has ever enjoyed Chinese cuisine knows the basics of stir-fried rice. Authentic stir-fried rice often uses left-over rice, meat, and vegetables. In fact, using leftover ingredients actually enhances the stir-fried rice flavors and textures. Most authentic Chinese stir-fried rice will contain white rice. Many variations exist and each has...
Italian Pasta with Chickpeas
Pasta Con Ceci Pasta Con Ceci is one of the main poor dishes of Italian traditional cuisine. Its origins come from the peasant culture made up of easy-to-find and healthy ingredients for a delicious, complete and portentous vegan recipe. This recipe is perfect for cold seasons and was the best solution to warm up and get cozy during Italian winters. As we explained before in our...
Smooth Coconut Lentil Curry
Smooth Coconut Lentil Curry Curry is one of the most popular dishes in India and, personally, one of my favorite dishes. Curry in India has been traced all the way back to around 2000 BC, had slowly made it's way to England in the 17th century, and after was brought over to America by curry loving English people. The easiest way to tell the difference between northern, eastern and Southern...
Italian Crunchy Au Gratin Peppers
Au Gratin Italian Crunchy Peppers Au gratin peppers can be served as a main dish or as a side with a Cesar salad, pasta dish, or your favorite vegan meat substitute. Personally though I like au gratin peppers best as a main dish served with a veganified Cesar salad. Peppers are among the most popular vegetables used in traditional Neapolitan cuisine, because they are readily available for the...
Korean Japchae, Glass Noodles
Korean Japchae, stir-fried glass noodle recipe You might be wondering, what in the world is Korean Japchae?? Jap meaning "mix", Chae meaning "vegetable", is a Korean Japchae stir-fried sweet potato or rice glass noodle dish. Originally made for the royal of royals with vegetables and mushrooms for special events such as weddings, birthdays, and holidays. In the 20th century, when cellophane...
Hate Vegan Food? Consider This…
I Hate Vegan Food! Really? You really hate vegan food? Are you sure? Many omnivores protest the idea of eating a vegan diet. Indeed, the thought of eating only salads devoid of creamy dressings inspires this response in many. However, do they really hate vegan food? Or do they not understand vegan food? Vegetables? No, Thank You! Do you love veggies? I do! However, so many don't...
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