Easy Meaty Vegan Burgers

I have tried a variety of veggie burger recipes, and although there are many delicious vegan options for burgers, not every veggie burger tastes meaty like ground beef. If a meaty taste is unappealing, this is not the recipe for you. But if you are looking for the type of burger that you wouldn’t guess…

Beefy Tofu Taco Meat: Healthy, Tasty, and Vegan

Try this delicious beefy tofu taco meat in a variety of dishes. It is great in tacos or wraps, of course, but also in salads, pasta sauces, chili or any other dish requiring ground meat.

Vegan Sausages

I like sausages! It’s nice to be able to make your own vegan sausages. You know all the ingredients in them, and you can have vegan sausages any time – no need to go to the store. The secret to the perfect texture is to steam the sausages. Steaming makes them chewy, just like sausages…

Bean, Chickpea, and Lentil Chili

If you are looking for a meaty dish that is unique and familiar at the same time, try bean, chickpea, and lentil vegan chili. This chili is hearty, filling, and meaty. The unique blend of spices provides a non-traditional flavour, without making the chili too different.  Bean, chickpea, and lentil vegan chili is a low…

Spaghetti and Vegan Meatballs with Vegan Alfredo Sauce

I like Alfredo sauce. Rich, cheesy, and full of flavour, Alfredo sauce is perfect for spaghetti, fettuccini, or macaroni. Vegan spaghetti with meatballs and Alfredo sauce is a robust and filling main dish. Vegan Alfredo Sauce To make a rich vegan Alfredo sauce, start by soaking half a cup of raw cashews for at least…

Lemon Garlic Pasta with Coconut Soy Curls

If you enjoy pasta but would like something unique and different, lemon garlic pasta with coconut soy curls is surprisingly simple. This pasta dish is unique and satisfying. Meat eaters and vegans will enjoy the crunchy coconut soy curls; they are very meaty, and healthy, too. The slight sweetness of coconut compliments the lemon garlic…

No Beef Stir Fry

I used to make a ground beef hamburger stir fry before I was vegan, and now I have discovered a healthier, easier option – vegan no beef stir fry. It uses dehydrated soy mince, also called textured vegetable protein or TVP. This vegan no beef stir fry can be made with any variety of vegetables…

Low Fat Vegan Food for Dogs

This quick and easy home cooked meal for your dog is a tasty treat that is safe to eat even for dogs with sensitive digestive systems. Low fat vegan food for dogs is easy to make, quick, and healthy. If your dog has had an upset stomach or requires a low fat diet, this is…

Ginger Soy Curls and Vegetables Stir Fry

If you are looking for a vegan ginger beef recipe, try these ginger soy curls. They are crispy and chewy, just like your favorite meaty Chinese food. Chef’s Notes Start by adding rice to a rice cooker, and everything else can be prepared while the rice is cooking. Ginger Soy Curls Soy curls are easy…

Vegan Meatball Stroganoff

This vegan meatball stroganoff is healthy and savoury…a perfect dish for cold days. Chef’s notes For these meatballs, I use my Spaghetti with Veggie Meatballs recipe (meatball recipe and stroganoff sauce recipe inspired by the Gentle Chef), but I added textured vegetable protein. See this vegan meatballs recipe for details about meatballs with soy mince….

Meaty vegan chili

A meaty, filling, and flavorful vegan chili. This chili is not like eating a bowl of just beans! This chili is high in protein and low in fat. The base is made from textured vegetable protein (unflavored dehydrated soy protein) and crumbled tofu, sautéed until crispy. Add tomato sauce, beans, sautéed vegetables, and spices for…