Browsing articles in "Appetizers"
Feb
15
2011

Veggie Croquettes

veggie_cake

These cakes are just wonderful. Eat them alone or as a side dishes. Adapted from A la distasio Ingredients 1 zucchini, grated 1 potato or 1 sweet potato, grated 1 carrot, grated 1 parsnip grated 1/3 cup firm tofu, grated 2 green onions, finely chopped 2 TSP of olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper Directions Mix all ingredients. Place a pancake on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 200 ° C [...]

Aug
20
2010

Crispy Fried Tofu

Crispy fried tofu

We haven’t had a chance to post new recipes last weeks. Anyhow, this recipe is a winner with kids. And so simple! I like serving them with a variety of dipping sauces. Such as chipotle ketchup, tahini sauce, vegan dijonnaise, or even plain. It also works well as a protein topping for any salad, rice bowl or sandwich What you’ll need 1 block of firm Tofu, pressed 1 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 teaspoon onion powder [...]

Jul
30
2010

Pickled Daikon and Carrots

Picled Daikon and Carrots

This pickle is normally used in Vietnamese sandwiches, Banh Mi, as well as as a condiment to other Vietnamese dishes. The flavor is so bright and fresh in your mouth. Daikon radish is fairly common in supermarkets and farmers markets these days. And it’s not just for Asian cuisine anymore. It tastes very much like our little red radishes, perhaps a bit milder. Daikon Radish is good for your stomach and loaded with anti-cancer enzymes, [...]

Jul
20
2010

Edamame Dip

Edamame Dip

Serve with raw vegetables like celery, carrots and radishes for dipping or alongside tortilla chips as a healthy snack or appetizer. It also could be use as a spread. Makes about 1 cup Ingredients 1/2 cup edamame 2 Tbsp green onion 1 Tbsp fresh mint, chopped 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped 1 small garlic 2 tbsp tahini 1 lime juice 1/2 tsp tamari Salt and pepper How to make it Cook edamame by boiling for 5 [...]