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A tahini-based Caesar salad that even kale-haters will love! Packed with crispy chickpeas, tofu, and crunchy greens, this salad is nourishing, creamy, tangy - and meal prep friendly.
Popiah is a fresh spring roll filled with crunchy veg, tofu, and a savoury-sweet jicama mix - all wrapped in tender homemade skins! A Malaysian-Singaporean street food classic that’s light, juicy and full of texture.
Creamy vegan mushroom stroganoff with whole mushrooms for extra juicy, meaty bites!
This vegan hollandaise sauce is creamy, tangy, and full of flavor. Made with cashews, vegan butter, and Dijon mustard, it's the perfect dairy-free alternative for your brunch or dinner dishes!
These Vegan Iced Vovo Finger Buns are fluffy, homemade buns with a full-flavoured strawberry icing (using real freeze-dried strawberries is the secret!), jam, and desiccated coconut.
LAUNCH DAY FEATURED RECIPE
CRISPY MUSHROOM CHAAT
Crunchy battered ‘shrooms sauced to perfection with a tangy date and tamarind chuntey, a herby mint and coriander chutney.
Flavours inspired by Indian street food. Mushrooms from Ruffle Farm in St Peters.
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Seriously good fluffy and zesty blueberry muffins with a crisp streusel crumb topping. Frozen blueberries work best as they stay suspended in the batter, but if using fresh, toss them in flour before folding in!
An easy, fruity, crowd-pleasing dessert featuring juicy pears, strawberries and tart rhubarb under a crisp, buttery crumble topping. Marshmallows on top add a gooey golden touch. Serve warm with cream or ice cream for maximum comfort.
A fluffy, yeasted Dutch donut filled with apple and soaked raisins - these oliebollen are golden, airy and dusted with a mound of icing sugar. A New Year’s tradition from the Netherlands made vegan-friendly.
These fluffy Malaysian banana fritters are golden, crispy and dangerously easy to make. A nostalgic teatime treat known as Kuih Kodok or Cekodok Pisang - perfect for using up ripe bananas.
These crispy Peruvian donuts are made with mashed pumpkin and cornmeal, fried until golden and served with a sticky cinnamon-orange syrup. Light, airy and perfect for dessert or a sweet afternoon snack.
A cupcake version of the beloved Aussie Iced Vovo!! A fluffy vanilla sponge, jam-filled centre, fluffy strawberry frosting and coconut on top. Cute, creamy and full of retro charm. My recipe uses real freeze-dried strawberries for an injection of real big berry flavour!!
Golden, flaky layers of filo pastry filled with spiced walnuts and soaked in a citrusy syrup - this vegan baklava is a show-stopping treat that's crisp, syrupy, and utterly irresistible.
This vegan banoffee pie is a showstopper dessert that combines the richness of caramel with the freshness of banana slices. The pie starts with a crispy, buttery crust made from biscoff or digestive biscuits, followed by a silky caramel filling made from coconut condensed milk, brown sugar, and dairy-free butter. Topped with whipped dairy-free cream, banana slices, and a touch of grated chocolate, this pie is a perfect treat for any occasion.
A rich, comforting sticky date pudding with deep caramel flavour, adapted with simple tweaks and a gluten-free option!
The cupcake recipe every vegan needs!
A deliciously moist Vegan Lemon Yogurt Cake topped with vanilla buttercream and adorned with fresh berries or edible flowers. This simple yet elegant cake is perfect for any celebration!
Hi, I’m Liz!
Welcome to the website, friends! I’m Liz - a food enthusiast and flavour explorer sharing recipes, stories and discoveries from the kitchen and beyond. I love thinking about where food comes from - from agriculture and ingredients to the traditions and cultures that shape the way we eat. My cooking is plant-forward but not plant-exclusive, and alongside recipes you’ll also find glimpses into home life, design, styling and the simple joy of being a homebody.
A Chinese takeout classic, made plant-based. These crispy, crunchy, umami-loaded bites are perfect as a starter or for entertaining. Can’t find the vegan konjac prawns? No worries, just use tofu for the whole filling!
A cozy and creamy veggie-packed pot pie topped with crispy potato gems (aka tater tots). Blended cashew cream replaces traditional dairy for a rich, velvety filling. The perfect weeknight dinner served with a fresh salad!
Vegan Menbosha is a crunchy, savoury Korean-Chinese snack made with vegan prawn paste layered between bread slices and deep fried until crispy. A flavour-packed bite you’ll want to serve hot with dipping sauce!
These Vegan Spicy Salmon Poke Nachos feature crispy wonton chips topped with plant-based salmon, creamy avo, cucumber, spicy mayo, spring onion, and sesame. Addictively crunchy and fresh!
There’s something unbeatable about crispy things in soft pillowy bao! These bao are filled with golden fried mushrooms, spicy gochujang mayo, and fresh toppings for the ultimate umami-packed snack or light meal.
This plant-based take on Hawaiian poke swaps in vegan tuna for an easy, flavour-packed meal. Tossed in soy sauce and sesame oil, it’s best served over seasoned sushi rice with fresh toppings.
Think Popiah but make it crispy - these wonton tostadas are topped with juicy cooked veg, tofu, chilli, hoisin, peanuts and herbs. The ultimate bite-sized starter or a creative way to use leftover Popiah filling.
These Vegan Dan Dan Noodles (担担面) bring the fiery, numbing flavors of Sichuan straight to your bowl - minus the meat, but not the magic. Think spicy chili oil, savory umami sauce, and plant-based toppings that seriously slap.
This creamy, cheesy potato bake is everything you want in a comfort dish - rich, savoury, and irresistibly golden on top. Thinly sliced potatoes are layered with a luscious, dairy-free cashew cream and melty vegan cheese, making it perfect for gatherings or a hearty side dish. It's completely plant-based but delivers all the indulgence of a classic potato bake!
SATISFYING Vegan Kebab Sandwiches with a delectable Tahini Sauce!
Flaky vegan spinach and cheese triangles packed with a savoury, protein-rich filling - crispy, crowd-pleasing spanakopita perfect for entertaining or freezer snacks.
Kakiage is a type of Japanese vegetable tempura made with thinly sliced vegetables held together in a light, bubbly batter. It's incredibly crisp and perfect served on the side of noodles like udon or soba!
Super crispy potato hashies that are still fluffy on the inside 😎 This easy recipe gives you that perfect diner-style crunch with simple ingredients and just a few steps.
Juicy tomato slices coated in a crispy golden crumb and shallow-fried until crunchy. Serve hot with a creamy dipping sauce and a sprinkle of sea salt. They're quick, easy and totally addictive!!
Light, airy and ultra crispy beer battered potato scallops dusted with seaweed powder for a salty-savoury kick. A modern spin on the corner shop fave.
Crispy, tangy, spicy and sweet all in one - these Pani Puris are filled with mashed masala potato, date tamarind chutney and cold green pani water. Eat them fast and all in one go - that’s the magic!!!
These crispy beer battered cauliflower bites are everything you love about pub food - but plant-based. Light, crunchy, golden batter with tender cauliflower inside. Perfect for sharing... or not!!
Crispy breaded cauliflower morsels - perfect for sharing!
Such an excellent one for a weeknight! This vegan teriyaki tofu is crispy on the outside, saucy on the inside, and comes together in just 20 minutes. Serve with hot jasmine rice for scrumdiddly times.
A deliciously crispy and spicy Indonesian-style tempeh dish, fried and tossed in homemade sambal with green beans and chillies. This is how tempeh should be done-traditional, bold, and full of flavour.
This easy Indonesian-style tempeh dish is crispy, sweet, sticky, and loaded with rich, aromatic flavour. A perfect plant-based protein to serve over hot rice.
Spicy, savoury and silky tofu simmered in a bold Korean sauce. Dubu Jorim is comforting, quick to make and the perfect plant-based protein for rice bowls or lunchboxes.
Yong Tau Foo (釀豆腐) is a traditional Hakka dish of stuffed tofu and vegetables. This vegan version is pan-fried until golden and served with a rich, savoury soy-based sauce. Crispy, comforting and packed with texture.
Craving crispy tofu but not in the mood for deep-frying? This healthier oven-baked crispy tofu recipe uses tofu puffs for an easy and low-effort alternative. Simply toss tofu in a few sauces with cornstarch, and bake for a golden, crunchy snack or side dish!
Craving crispy tofu but don’t have access to tofu puffs? No worries! This oven-baked crispy tofu recipe uses regular tofu (medium to firm) and a simple marinade to achieve a crispy, golden texture without deep frying. The secret? Freezing the tofu! This method gives it a spongey, chewy texture that crisps up beautifully in the oven. Perfect for a snack or as a protein-packed addition to any dish.
Inspired by JUST Egg’s folded eggs (which sadly aren’t available in Australia) this is an easy homemade dupe made with supermarket staples. Chickpea flour makes for an egg-adjacent experience while silken tofu adds the bounce and softness - because chickpea alone is a little too dry. Black salt is optional but boosts that classic eggy hit if you have it!
Sweet. Sour. Crispy. Saucy. These sweet and sour tofu balls are the kind of thing you “accidentally” eat half of before they ever make it to the table. Crunchy on the outside, soft in the middle, and coated in a shiny, punchy sauce that absolutely refuses to be ignored!!!
Save Time Eat Good
Save Time Eat Good
A guide on how to start ingredient-prepping for busy humans who want to save time and eat good! This lil book is stacked 96 pages of tips and tricks, photos and recipes on how to start your ingredient-prep journey!
This book is designed for those who:
like the idea of meal prepping but in reality get a little bored of eating the same thing everyday
want to eat better home-cooked foods but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen everyday
enjoy cooking a meal but can never decide what make after a long day
I really just wanted to have all my instructions, tips and recipes all in one spot so I could direct people to something because there’s been a lot of interest in the way I’ve been ingredient prepping. I kinda hope you will enjoy its fun and casual nature as prep really should be fun. And if it’s not - I hope at least the eating part will be :P
An e-book on how to start ingredient-prepping for busy humans who want to save time and eat good! Prep a bunch of base ingredients and build luscious meals in minutes. This lil book is stacked 96 pages of tips and tricks, photos and recipes on how to start your ingredient-prep journey!
This book is designed for those who:
like the idea of meal prepping but in reality get a little bored of eating the same thing everyday
want to eat better home-cooked foods but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen everyday
enjoy cooking a meal but can never decide what make after a long day