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Garbanzo Bean Flour Omelette

by Maya Sozer on June 28, 2017
Product Review, Breakfast

Garbanzo bean flour omelettes are my new breakfast addiction. Besides the fact that they are packed with protein, and that they are amazingly tasty, they are also so very easy to make using just a handful of ingredients whisked together. Feel free to craft the flavor to your liking of course using your choice if spices. I personally went with one of my all time favorites, the Spicemode Tikka seasoning. You have heard me mention Spicemode before, I am so grateful to have discovered this company every time I crack open the lid of one of their spice blends, so fragrant, fresh and flavorful <3

The recipe, along with a video is below 🙂

Tandoor Tofu Scramble

by Maya Sozer on April 10, 2017
Product Review, Entrées

This tofu dish is a protein power house that leaves no room for blandness sometimes associated with unfortunate tofu cooking 🙂 One of the best ways to enjoy tofu is to break it down to crumbles, season it well with spices and combine it with more textures and fresh elements. Crumbling increases the surface area so that all that yummy seasoning is well infused into the tofu. I used a spice blend called tandoor from spicemode. It is a wonderful blend using paprika, cumin, clove and cardamom and it has that signature spicemode freshness and fragrance that I came to love. The dish came out with great flavor, warmth and depth. The lightly cooked vegetables and kale enhance the taste and texture while bringing in freshness, and the beans add to the power and fiber of the dish. This is a new family favorite and it works so incredibly well in tacos! The recipe is below, following a sort recipe video:

Easy Biryani with Madras Sauce

by Maya Sozer on February 28, 2017
Product Review, Entrées

You know I love my spices as much as I love fresh, wholesome, nutritious food. Marrying the two to arrive at a deeply satisfying meal can sometimes require the kind of time you may not always have though. That’s when a little cheating is in order!

Ever since I discovered spicemode, my spice game found new heights. I mentioned them before, because having a consistent source of fresh and fragrant spices and expertly crafted spice blends can make a world of difference in the kitchen. Recently I starting trying their cooking sauces and my mind was blown. Highly recommended!

I used their madras cooking sauce for this dish and the result was extraordinary. Read more for the full recipe and a short recipe video 🙂

Curried Red Lentils

by Maya Sozer on November 30, 2016
Product Review, Entrées

I love spicy food and that very much reflects on my cooking. I just think spices hold almost magical powers to absolutely transform recipes, develop deeper lingering tastes and open up entirely new possibilities. But that potential is only realized when you come across a flavorful batch of spices. That, in my experience, has been very hard to find consistently.

Curried Pumpkin Soup

by Maya Sozer on October 14, 2016
Soups

I love the fall season and everything seasonal, including pumpkins everywhere! But I must confess I do struggle with the sweetness of pumpkin in a soup sometimes. That is unless it is curried! The depth and the heat of the spices pair so well with the coconut cream and pumpkin combination. In love with this one! The recipe is below:

Harissa Vegballs

by Maya Sozer on August 19, 2016
Product Review, Entrées

This is a pleaser! Hearty, spicy, smoky vegballs with a ton of high quality plant protein. I make this and similar variations often for dinners, entertaining and potlucks. First thing people notice when they bite into one is generally the texture, followed by a rich variety of flavors thanks to, in large part, Mina‘s spicy harissa sauce.

You can also make extra and freeze for a great lunch option later, alongside pasta, rice, a salad or even in sandwiches. Delicious, nutritious and versatile, like any favorite dish should be. The recipe is below.

Spicy Sunflower Burgers

by Shaun Bowman on June 15, 2016
Product Review, Entrées, Sandwiches

Summer is about to be in full force – meaning there are bound to be one or more food-oriented parties in your future. Whether they’re graduations or cookouts, if you’re following a plant-based diet or just trying to eat a healthy, you probably have the desire to switch up the standard summer vegan-friendly menu of fruit-salad, veggie plates, and store-bought veggie burgers. Luckily, we’ve got other options.