Pico de Gallo: Fresh Tomato Salsa

Pico de Gallo: Fresh Tomato Salsa

Salsa is extremely versatile, and a must-have in your refrigerator at all times! It’s a boon when you want to throw together something in a jiffy. You can add it to soups, sandwiches, salads, burritos, tofu scramble, dip, marinade, and many more. Ingredients 3 large 

Kerala Chickenless Fry

Kerala Chickenless Fry

Here is another veganized version of a popular non-vegetarian dish from Kerala. You can use any of the chicken substitutes available at the store, soya chunks, tofu, temph or even a favorite vegetable. Ingredients 1 bag or around 400gm(14oz) Beyond Chicken grilled strips or Delight 

Carrot Pickles (Kaduku Carrot Achar)

Carrot Pickles (Kaduku Carrot Achar)

This pickle is inspired by the traditional mango pickle from Kerala. It’s not always easy for us to find unripe organic mangoes through out the year so we began experimenting with different fruits and vegetables, and clearly carrots were the winner. Ingredients 1 cup carrots, 

Kale Quesadilla

Kale Quesadilla

Here is something that’s easy, nutritious, and extremely kid-friendly! Ingredients 1 tortilla, uncooked or cooked 1 tbsp kale, finely chopped 1 – 2 tbsp of vegan shredded cheese 1/2 tsp garlic oil (optional) Directions I use uncooked tortillas, but cooked tortillas will also serve the 

Easy Kale and Coconut Stir Fry (Thoran)

Easy Kale and Coconut Stir Fry (Thoran)

Thoran is a daily staple at most homes in Kerala. It is a vegetable stir fry with grated coconut and delicately spiced with cumin, turmeric, mustard, chilies, and curry leaves. It is typically served with steamed rice. Ingredients 2 cups kale, finely chopped 4 tbsp 

Nadan Beefless Curry

Nadan Beefless Curry

This is our attempt at veganizing a popular thattukada dish (street food) from Kerala. Hope you enjoy it as much as Hari and I enjoyed putting it together! Ingredients: 1 bag Gardein Beefless Tips or soya chunks or tofu (8-9oz or 250gm) 6-7 Shallots/small red 

Raw Vegan “Cheesecake”

Raw Vegan “Cheesecake”

Just in time for the holidays! This “cheesecake” is incredibly delicious and much more nutrient-dense than a traditional cheesecake. For example, cashews and coconut oil take the place of cream cheese, sour cream, and eggs, raw almonds take the place of graham crackers, and dates 

Brown rice noodles with spicy peanut sauce

Brown rice noodles with spicy peanut sauce

In the mood for something spicy? Here is a really versatile gluten-free recipe that is sure to hit the sweet spot! In case you don’t like spicy food, all you have to do is refrain from adding chilies. You can pretty much use any of 

Spaghetti & Zucchini Noodles With Greens & Avocado Sauce

Spaghetti & Zucchini Noodles With Greens & Avocado Sauce

Here is another easy and nutrient-dense dish. We all know how absolutely essential greens are for good health. They are low in calories, low in sugars, low in sodium, no cholesterol, high in fiber, and a nutrient powerhouse! They contain a high amount of antioxidants, 

Buttercream Chocolate Frosting

Buttercream Chocolate Frosting

When I became vegan, I thought I’d have to say goodbye to birthday cakes and cakes with frosting in general. But I soon found out that nothing could be further from the truth! This was the first frosting I made after I became vegan, and