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Seitan Cutlets: Pan Fried

Seitan (wheat gluten) is very versatile. I usually make deli logs of it, but today “steaks” were made! This is a quick and easy recipe from Vegweb. I used a bouqet garni for “red meat” in the broth. Broth: 2 quarts hot water 3 onions, sliced, not chopped 3/4Continue reading “Seitan Cutlets: Pan Fried”

Another vegan omelet

This Isa Chandra Moskowitz’s recipe from Vegan Brunch. This is my go-to for omelet and it also makes great egg for any Japanese “tamago” roll/yaki/sushi recipes! Vegan Omelet from Vegan Brunch by I.C.M. 2 garlic cloves (optional) 1 pound silken tofu, lightly drained (not the vacuum packed kind) or soft tofu; Nasoya brand is recommended 2 T nutritional yeastContinue reading “Another vegan omelet”

Underground supper clubs

You may have heard of them. Secret get-togethers of foodies and sous chefs. More than a few are in London. A handful may be vegan. But what about when it comes to the ultimate pig-out day: THANKSGIVING A lot of us Americans do not like the history of Thanksgiving and most of us aren’t going to beContinue reading “Underground supper clubs”

Shoujin Ryouri 精進料理 & Mock Eel

I posted before about Shoujin Ryouri (also seen as shōjin ryōri or shojin ryori), over three years ago when I stayed in a temple at Koya-san in Wakayama Prefecture in Japan (GO!). I’m very fond and passionate about it, being a vegan foodie Buddhist and all; though I don’t make it as often as I would like! Shoujin RyouriContinue reading “Shoujin Ryouri 精進料理 & Mock Eel”

Britons! Buy fresh seitan!

I wanted to have a “Hail Seitan” week leading up to Halloween, but I’ve busy chef-ing! So as a taster, why not try some fresh Ronin seitan yourself? Buy it now!

Quick update

I haven’t forgotten about you, dear readers! Many recipes coming to make up lost time! A lot on my plate, will discuss later with you 😉

Oil-free, perfectly-popped popcorn

Popcorn is promoted as a healthy snack. Well, on its own! When you start adding margarine and salt and chocolate and nuts, well… not so much =) But those types are more treats I think. Everyday popcorn, that’s what I want! You may be thinking, “Duh Ronin, I know that. I’ll just throw a bagContinue reading “Oil-free, perfectly-popped popcorn”

Homemade Spicy Ketchup

So yesterday you started making your spicy mustard. So obviously the next step is to make some ketchup! Spicy ketchup at that! Oh oh oh, did I mention the best part? BONUS SALSA at the end! This is originally a Jaime Oliver recipe . I only had a few tomatoes so I halved the recipe. I’mContinue reading “Homemade Spicy Ketchup”

Easy Homemade Spicy Mustard!

That’s right. You can make mustard at home and it’s super simple. Fix it and forget it. And I’m NOT talkin’ the mix-some-mustard-powder-with-water-and-call-it-a-day mustard. Nu-uh. I’m talkin’ about BAD-ASS mustard! Mustard seeds have bite to them when cut, which gives this a natural intensity. Don’t worry- you can handle it! I’m posting today, so youContinue reading “Easy Homemade Spicy Mustard!”

What else can I do with Brussels Sprouts?

I’ve made Brussels Sprouts before, even having it listed 3 other times on my little food tag list over there, ———————————–> I only ever put general ideas, not recipes. Even though I’ve put up plenty of recipes, Vegan Ronin is about the FEEL of food. Letting meals come organically (except desserts; not a lot ofContinue reading “What else can I do with Brussels Sprouts?”