How to “veganise” a non-vegan recipe

In this episode we talk about:

• Ingredient substitutes
• Meat alternatives
• Additives

We look specifically at how you can replace and veganise:

• Eggs
• Pasta (fresh)
• Cheese
• Cream
• White/Cheese Sauce
• Honey
• Pastry
• Beef/Lamb
• Chicken
• Fish
• Bacon

We then talk about a vegan recipe for Lasagne.

Finally, we mention a whole range of ‘E’ numbers which you might want to avoid as a vegan.

Here’s the vegan/gluten free cake we mentioned, go look up the recipe

We also mentioned a Lebanese flat bread that we had from Vivo Lounge, it’s in their main menu range.

Veganising a non-vegan recipe is a great way to adapt your favourite dishes to be plant-based. Here are some more tips to help you “veganise” a non-vegan recipe:

1. Substitute animal-based ingredients: Replace ingredients like meat, dairy, and eggs with plant-based alternatives. For example, use tofu, tempeh, or seitan in place of meat, plant-based milk (such as almond, soy, or oat milk) instead of dairy milk, and flaxseed or applesauce instead of eggs.
2. Explore dairy alternatives: Use plant-based alternatives like coconut milk, cashew cheese, or nutritional yeast to replace dairy products in recipes. These alternatives can provide similar tastes and textures.
3. Opt for plant-based fats: Replace butter with plant-based oils such as olive oil, coconut oil, or vegan margarine.
4. Experiment with spices and herbs: Enhance the flavours of your dishes with a variety of spices and herbs. Get creative and try different combinations to suit your taste preferences.
5. Boost the protein content: Include protein-rich ingredients like legumes (such as chickpeas or lentils), quinoa, tofu, or tempeh to make your veganised recipe more satisfying and nutritious.
6. Pay attention to texture: Consider the texture of the original non-vegan recipe and choose appropriate substitutes. For example, mashed bananas can replace eggs in some dessert recipes to maintain moisture and binding.
7. Adapt cooking methods: Adjust cooking times and temperatures as needed when using plant-based ingredients. Some vegan ingredients may require less time or different cooking techniques.

Remember, it may take some trial and error to perfect your veganised version of a non-vegan recipe. Don’t be afraid to experiment and have fun with it! Happy vegan cooking!