Thai people migrated south from China approximately 4,000 years ago. Because of that, Thai cuisine is influenced by Chinese methods like stir frying. Indian and Middle Eastern flavors have also played a part in Thai cuisine from foreign trade and the Spice Trade route (established during the late 1400’s) Thai cuisine can be divided into 4 regions; Northern (Chiang Mai), North Eastern (Isaan), Central (Bangkok) and Southern. This dish is from…
Laksa pronounced “lak-sah” is a spicy noodle soup commonly found in Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia. Each state and country has its own version of laksa and ingredients and each argue that theirs is the best version. The Laksa Effect – You know you got your Laksa recipe down when you or your guests start slurping, wiping their brow and runny noses throughout the meal! Lengthy discussions and comparisons often occur over which…
This recipe is one that should be in everyone’s meatless repertoire. Whip it up the next time you are pressed for time and need a tasty meatless meal. Garbanzo Tuna Salad 3 cups cooked garbanzo beans (530g) 1 cup carrot, grated (85g) 1/4 cup red onion, diced (30g) 1/2 cup celery, diced (60g) 1 teaspoon mustard (4g) 1/2 cup vegan mayo (120g) 2 teaspoon dulse flakes (4g) 1/2 teaspoon salt (3g)…
Happy Meatless Monday everyone! There is nothing that screams comfort like a house filled with the smell of scalloped potatoes. This vegan recipe is just as satisfying and comforting as its non-vegan sisters and brothers. Make this for the picky eater in your life and you will have a new recipe to throw in your rotation. Cheesy Vegan Scalloped Potatoes Serves 6 – 8 Gluten free Nut free What You Need…
Meatless Monday: Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Apple, Parsley, and Pecan
It’s the best day of the week! Happy Monday all you Cowlings! You know you love a good grilled cheese. If you’re vegan you know you miss a good grilled cheese. Miss no longer – here is a vegan grilled cheese recipe that will make you forget you’re vegan. Quickly, go make this and weep with joy 🙂 Serves 1 (you may want to make 2 while you’re at…
Who doesn’t love mac and cheese? It’s the ultimate comfort food. Whenever I eat it I feel like I’m 10 years old again. Make this as a side dish or top it with kale and chopped walnuts to make it the main attraction. Either way, it will fill you up and make you smile. Extra Creamy Mac and Cheese Serves 4-6 gluten free if using gluten free pasta soy free…
Nutrient packed and meat eater approved! Start the new year with this detox recipe that packs a flavorful punch. Happy New Year to all you Happy Cowlings! May this year bring you everything your heart desires and more. I am a huge, gigantic, I want to throw my arms around them, fan of Meatless Monday. They have done such an amazing amount of good in a relatively short amount of…