The meat is delicious. But too much in your diet can cause a host of health symptoms. But when it comes to fresh produce, you can never eat too much! You don’t have to cut out meat entirely, just add more fresh fruits and vegetables to your daily meals. Try these delicious vegetarian recipes – they will make you forget about meat, even for a while!
Fried cauliflower with soy and sugar
What do you need:
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1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
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1 beaten egg
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2 chives, thinly sliced
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1 cup of ice water
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
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1/2 cup cornstarch
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1/3 cup garlic chili sauce
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3 tablespoons of brown sugar
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2 tablespoons of soy sauce
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2 tablespoons of sesame seeds
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2 teaspoons of sesame oil
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1 teaspoon grated ginger
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1 teaspoon of baking powder
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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Vegetable oil for frying
Whisk the ice water, flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt in a bowl to make the dough. Heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a skillet. Working in batches, mix the cauliflower into the batter and fry for 4 minutes per side. Remove from heat and place on a plate lined with paper towels. Combine chili sauce, brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and ginger in a bowl. Toss the fried cauliflower into the batter, sprinkle with chives and sesame seeds, then serve.
Macaroni with brussels sprouts
What do you need:
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1/4 kilogram of Fusili pasta, cooked
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3 cups Brussels sprouts, halved
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2 1/2 cups of whole milk
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1 1/2 cups white cheddar cheese
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1 cup fontina, grated
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1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
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3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided
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1/4 cup butter
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1/4 cup flour
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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kosher salt
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freshly ground black pepper
Place the Brussels sprouts on a baking sheet greased with olive oil. Season with kosher salt and ground black pepper, then bake in a preheated oven (375F) for 30 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the flour and milk to the pan and mix. Season with salt and pepper, then simmer for 5 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened. Remove from heat, then add white cheddar, fontina, and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. Mix until the cheeses are well incorporated into the mixture. Add the Brussels sprouts and cooked pasta, then transfer everything to a baking dish. Combine the breadcrumbs and remaining Parmesan cheese in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle the mixture over the mixture over the pasta. Bake for 30 minutes in an oven (375F).
Forget meat for a while – try these delicious vegetarian recipes!
