You can now read the latest issue of Vegetarian Journal on Kindle. Some of the articles in this issue include Bowled Over (a wide variety of vegan bowl recipes); Refreshing Mocktails; Nutrition Hotline: What to Do if Pregnant and Anemic; Scientific Updates; Product Reviews; How Do the Newer Meat-Like, Plant-Based Burgers Compare Nutritionally?; Which Nutritional Yeast Delivers the Vitamin B12 You Need?; and More!
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Are you
searching for vegan “fish” alternatives? If so, here’s a list of some products
you might want to try out. Many of these items are now sold in stores and
online.
Interested in the USDA and FDA regulation of the labeling of foods derived from animal cell cultures? The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) launched a joint webinar to give interested stakeholders an overview of FDA’s and USDA’s roles and responsibilities for cultured animal cell human and animal food products. The webinar provides information on FDA and USDA’s respective statutory authorities, roles and responsibilities for cultured animal cell food products, and regulatory points of contact for new food production technology. Interested stakeholders must register to view the joint webinar; the webinar will be available immediately after registration is completed.
Today more
and more people are interested in the vegan lifestyle and may have a lot of
good questions. Feel free to share this helpful poster produced by The
Vegetarian Resource Group with friends and family: Veganism in
a Nutshell poster
Chickpeas are delicious, inexpensive, and versatile to use when preparing vegan meals. Jacqueline Dunnington’s previous Vegetarian Journal article “Cheers for the Chickpea” provides recipes for Hummus; Curried Chickpeas; Chickpea Patties with Tomato-Cilantro Sauce; Peruvian Chickpea Stew; Chickpea and Asparagus Salad with Citrus Dressing; and Garbanzo, Corn, and Eight-Spice Stew.
Many of us
are dining out less today and could always use some new lunch ideas. Below are
some easy recipes you can whip up in no time!
Speedy Tostadas (from Vegan Meals for One or Two)
(Serves 2)
Use taco shells, tortillas, or even pita bread for this recipe.
3/4 cup
veggie chili (canned or leftover)
2 vegan taco
shells
1/3 cup
shredded lettuce
1/4 cup
chopped bell peppers
1/4 cup
salsa
2
Tablespoons vegan sour cream or shredded vegan cheese, if desired
Warm chili
on a stove or in a microwave until heated through. Divide chili in half and
place in taco shells. Top with remaining ingredients.
Tofu Eggless Salad (from Meatless Meals for Working People)
(Serves 6)
Serve on a bed of lettuce, with crackers, or on whole grain toast with
lettuce and sprouts.
1 pound firm
tofu, drained and crumbled
1 stalk
celery, finely chopped
1 large
carrot, grated
3
Tablespoons sweet pickle relish
2
Tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
Salt,
pepper, and dill weed to taste
In a
medium-size bowl mix all the ingredients together.
These
recipes are taken from books published by The Vegetarian Resource Group. In the
USA, you can purchase them here: vrg.org/catalog
Seitan Chili (from Conveniently Vegan)
(Serves 4)
Serve warm over baked potatoes or rice.
8-ounce
package seitan, drained and cubed
Small onion,
finely chopped
2 teaspoons
oil
Two 15-ounce
cans kidney beans, drained
14.5-ounce
can whole tomatoes, chopped
1-1/2
teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon oregano
Saute seitan
and onion in oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat for 5 minutes. Add
remaining ingredients and continue cooking 12 more minutes.
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The Vegetarian Resource Group maintains an online Guide to
Vegan/Vegetarian Restaurants in the USA
and Canada.
Here are some recent vegan restaurant additions. The entire guide can be found
here: http://www.vrg.org/restaurant/index.php
To support the
updating of this online restaurant guide, please donate at: www.vrg.org/donate
Here are some new additions to VRG’s guide (Note: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic many are doing take-out and/or delivery now):
Burgerlords, 943 N. Broadway #102, Los Angeles, CA 90012 and 110 N. Ave. 56, Los Angeles, CA 90042
The founders of
Burgerlords were inspired by the iconic California burger culture to create a
100% vegan menu. Burgerlords’ signature cheeseburger has a house made vegan
patty packed with different grains and vegetables and topped with a classic
combination of vegan cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and their 2,000
Island sauce. Other burgers include the Chili Cheeseburger, Buffalo Ranch Tofu
Burger, and Sourdough Garlic Melt.
Burgers aren’t the only thing on the menu, with offerings such as Tofu
Nuggets or the Lord of the Fries, fries topped with vegan American cheese,
2,000 island and grilled onions. For dessert try one of their many flavors of
Tahini milkshakes!
Familiars Vegan Coffee Shop, 94 Ralph Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11221
Familiars serves
delicious drinks and treats. To drink, order the latte with oat-milk or the
chai latte. Familiars also serves Dun Well doughnuts and bagels. Try the beet
lox bagel a vegan take on a lox bagel. This bagel is deliciously filled with
tofu cream cheese, beets, smoked salt, dills, and capers. If you are in the
mood for something sweet, try the chocolate glazed with peanut or French toast.
These doughnuts are guaranteed to satisfy any sweet tooth.
Modern Times Beer Academy, 418 State St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Modern Times Beer
Academy hosts over 30 beer taps, wine, coffee, and plant-based cuisine from
their greenhouse-like brick and mortar shop with State Street’s largest outdoor
patio attached. On top of these already impressive qualities, the café/brewery
combo also includes a mini-mart with to-go options such as roasted coffee beans
and t-shirts. Frequent customers adore their perfect portion sizes and
favorites such as the “chicken” sandwich, Hazy IPAs, and freshly made chili.
Stop by for take-out or dine-in on their spacious patio and enjoy some of their
many offerings.
My Mamas Vegan, 2602 Greenmount Ave., Baltimore, MD 21218
My Mamas Vegan’s
menu is diverse featuring items like tacos, sandwiches, burgers, and bowls. To
start order the cauliflower bites in either the sticky Asian or Thai chili
sauce. Next try the Hawaiian girl fried Chickn’ sandwich featuring pineapple,
grilled garlic buttery onions, pepper jack cheese, and bourbon sauce. This
sandwich is the perfect combination of sweet and savory. Another great option
is the Bourbon Bacun Street burger filled with “bacon,” grilled butter garlic
onions, cheddar, and bourbon sauce. Be sure to check out the delicious donuts
and other vegan treats.
Nourish Philly, 650 South St., Philadelphia, PA 19147
Nourish Philly has a
large and diverse menu. The menu ranges from smoothies to pizza to a served-all
day breakfast menu. This café will definitely have something for everyone! The
most popular menu items include the plant-based Philly cheesesteak and the
vegan fried chicken sandwich. The plant-based mac n cheese is also highly
recommended. Nourish Philly also specializes in fresh juices and smoothies. Be
sure to try the shine juice: a refreshing combination of pineapple, apple,
cucumber, mint, and watermelon. Another great option is the Maca punch smoothie
featuring banana, oats, peanuts, pea protein, Maca powder, cinnamon, nutmeg,
and agave. Be sure to visit this amazing black-owned restaurant that will
satisfy all your vegan cravings!
The Conscious Café, 14084 Lakeside Blvd. North, Shelby Charter Township, MI 48315
The Conscious Café
is a coffee shop specializing in vegan drinks and treats. Some favorites
include the latte with coconut milk or the Catahoula (a mocha latte with
whipped cream). If you are not in the mood for coffee, try the vanilla spice
tea or hot cocoa topped with whipped cream and marshmallows. Be sure to order a
vegan baked good to enjoy with your drink. Some of our favorites include the
mini lava cakes, mini lemon lavender Bundt cakes, and the sugar cookie ice
cream sandwiches. While visiting be sure to look at their vegan household
staples for sale. They sell delicious items like cherry scone mix and homemade
salad dressing. You won’t regret visiting this tasty vegan café.
The VBurger, 819 17th Ave. SW, Calgary, AB T2T 0A1 Canada
The VBurger offers a
vegan twist on diner food. They serve vegan burgers, sandwiches, fries,
milkshakes, and sundaes. The menu is diverse with many options and
flavors. Try the big kahuna topped with
lettuce, tomato, teriyaki roasted pineapple, cheese, vegan bacon, and the
signature sauce. This burger is incredibly flavorful and satisfying. On the side order the CauliFritters with
buffalo sauce or the traditional poutine with fries or tater tots. Be sure not
to leave without sampling one of their amazing vegan shakes or ice cream
sundaes. Try the triple chocolate sundae or the banana split shake for a
delicious treat.
VBurger, 420 Cherry Ave., Long Beach, CA 90802
VBurger specializes
in vegan twists of your favorite American food. They serve hamburgers, hot
dogs, breakfast burritos, mac n cheese, grilled cheese, milkshakes, and so much
more. Try the deuce deuce burger with two patties of either the impossible
burger or beyond meat. Another great option is the V Breaky Burrito filled with
Just Egg (a vegan egg replacement), vegan cheese, onions, tomatoes, green
chilis, and fries. On the side order the V fries with cheese or chili sauce and
a chocolate milkshake.
Are you
searching for vegan recipes that feature garlic? Jacqueline Dunnington’s
article “Glorious Garlic,” ran in a previous issue of Vegetarian Journal. Enjoy preparing Garlic and Lentil Pate; Spinach
Seared in Garlic Oil with Mushrooms; Farfalle with Garlic and Rosemary; Garlic,
Tomato, and Leek Risotto with Saffron; Chickpeas in Garlic and Tomato Ragout;
and Roasted Garlic.
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