OCTOBER 2017
Bitch, Peas
ROCK THE CRADLE: IS VEGAN DIET HEALTHY FOR BABIES?
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THE FUTURE OF THE FUTURE: HOW TESLA CARS ARE GOING VEGAN INSIDE OUT
Your Vegan Friends Wished You’d Stop Saying STEP A SIDE: A DELECTABLE, TANGY PICKLED ZUCCHINI RECIPE THAT’LL GO WITH ANYTHING YOU SERVE
Adam and Eve
Celebrities
The Other Sister: Kylie Jenner Promotes Veganism to Fans and Followers
Who Have Bared All for the Love of Animals
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Adam and Eve: Five Celebrities Who Have Bared All for the Love of Animals
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The Other Sister: Kylie Jenner Promotes Veganism to Fans and Followers
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Rock the Cradle: Is Vegan Diet Healthy for Babies?
11 The Future of the Future: How Tesla Cars Are Going Vegan Inside Out 14 Comfort Food Fiesta: A Beautiful Lentil Polenta Casserole Recipe 16 Move Over Meatballs: We Love these Three New Vegan Dishes from Ikea 19 From BLT to CLT: An Exciting Vegan Twist to This Most Beloved Classic Sandwich 21 Strawberry Fields Forever: Paul McCartney Stands Up for Veganism 24 The Tempeh Trap: Get In A Sweet Disposition With This Tempting Tempeh Tacos Recipe 28 Bitch, Peas: Four Things Your Vegan Friends Wished You’d Stop Saying 31 Step a Side: A Delectable, Tangy Pickled Zucchini Recipe That’ll Go with Anything You Serve
Adam and Eve: Five Celebrities
Who Have Bared All for the Love of Animals Let’s face it, sex sells. These days, the best way to get anyone’s attention is by stripping down.
While that may be a sad reality for some, the nonprofit group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) knows how to use it for a great cause. If naked celebrities is what it takes to get the message of animal cruelty across, then so be it. Yes, they’re known for leading the charge when it comes to animal cruelty, but PETA is almost as famous for their nude celebrity ad campaigns and their iconic slogan “I’d rather go naked than wear fur.” Many celebs have joined forces with PETA to bring awareness to veganism and animal cruelty, and most prove their point
by getting naked. Many of these celebrities are often featured nude, which has led to criticism from feminist groups that claim these images objectify women and rely on oppressive “sex sells” ideologies. Others claim it’s empowering when women choose to flaunt their bodies in order to convey a message dear to their hearts. Whichever side you’re own, we can agree on this - it gets your attention and it definitely makes you think twice about buying fur ever again. Here are the male and female celebs who have helped this cause by baring it all.
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Christina Applegate In 2007, PETA circulated a holidaythemed e-card online that showed a very stunning Applegate looking hot and naughty in nothing but jolly red gloves and a green faux fur trim. It was designed to discourage people from giving fur as gifts during the holidays and to encourage them to look into cruelty-free faux fur options.
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Alicia Silverstone One of the most iconic actresses in Hollywood history, Alicia Silverstone is definitely not clueless when it comes to eating right and choosing cruelty-free options. As a long time raw-vegan advocate, Alicia looks even more youthful and gorgeously stunning naked than she did as a teenager in hit films such as the cult classic Clueless.
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Dave Navarro Not all those who strip down are females and rockstar Dave Navarro proves that male activists can be oh-so-hot as well. With a campaign for “Ink, Not Mink�, Navarro shows off his body with nothing but his awesome tattoos and pretty much not anything else. Win!
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Kristen Johnson One of the more interesting campaigns from PETA comes with Kristen Johnson as their naked muse. Fighting for horse-drawn carriages in a “Don’t get taken for a ride” campaign, Johnson sheds light on the cruelty to which carriage horses are subjected to. The Third Rock From The Sun star posed nude atop a horse in a Lady Godivainspired November 2008 PETA ad which definitely stops traffic along NYC.
Taraji P. Henson If there’s anyone you shouldn’t mess with, it’s Cookie. And although her award-winning character loves to dress up in ostentatious fur, actress Taraji P. Henson stripped down in a 2011 PETA ad. The star of FOX’s smash hit Empire aimed her naked ad at raising awareness about the suffering incurred by animals at the hands of fur traders.
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The Other Sister: Kylie Jenner Promotes Veganism to Fans and Followers
It seems you really can use your popularity for a good cause. In the case of Kylie Jenner, bashers may actually turn their nasty opinions of this Kardashian sister to a positive one.
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Known famously for her incredible makeup line and perhaps, infamously for her on and off again boyfriend, Tyga, her questionable lips (and other body parts) and her very showy Instagram account, no one can deny her popularity and fame. More importantly, no one can ever question Kylie’s following on social media. She may be the girl people love to hate, but people can’t just get enough of her much like the other Kardashian girls. In a recent Snapchat post, Kylie mentioned she will be “trying out this whole vegan thing”. It may sound vague but for a long time now, even before this post surfaced on social media, Kylie has always chosen to eat right and she has always been conscious of standing up for cruelty-free products.
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In fact, even her much coveted Kylie Lip Kits - that are sold out faster than you can say vegan - are also cruelty-free products which the social media star directly clarified on Twitter after a fan asked.
Influenced greatly by the other “health freak” Kourtney, Kylie admits to being very domesticated and even shares her homemade plant-based meals on Snapchat. They’re pretty amazing-looking meals and you’d be surprised that such a big star can have such a knack for making homemade meals. Some of her posts include vegan tacos which had lettuce, salsa and vegan cheese and nachos as well. Later on the same day she posted about making vegan pizza which showed two pizzas cooking in her oven. These posts tell us that even if she started out by saying she’s “just trying it out”, that she is committed to becoming a vegan and her fans and followers are watching and supporting her every step of the way.
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ROCK THE CRADLE Is Vegan Diet Healthy for Babies?
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ith anything in life, there is a right and wrong way of doing things. But when it comes to parenting, there’s really no one and only way to go about it. 8
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ith the rise of veganism across Europe and the US, more and more parents are trying to raise vegan babies as well. However, there has been an endless debate about the topic, even moreso when the news broke out early this year about a malnourished baby dying due to a strict vegan diet. So what went wrong? More importantly, can babies go on a vegan diet much like their parents? Is it safe? Is it enough? Let’s start with the most basic need which is milk. First of all, breast milk is vegan (yay!) If you cannot breastfeed for some reason, you can always try to score milk from a vegan donor or by checking out an approved milk bank nearest you. Another way to do it
is to find some soy based formula milk that’s usually available in health stores and selected drug stores. When it comes to food, a baby’s first taste of it would typically be fruits and vegetables or even rice cereal - all of which are
naturally vegan. When they reach the age where they can have more protein and bigger chunks of food, there are plenty of vegan options to choose from such as tofu or tempeh or even cooked beans.
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he most important thing to remember when making vegan meals is to find that right balance for every plate served. A vegan parent who wants to raise a vegan baby should always do her own research from reputable sources and credible experts around her. When it comes to personal care, there are now a ton of options for organic and vegan products from lotions to bath wash and even diaper creams. Even clothing has been thought of and babies can now wear vegan clothing that’s stylish and comfortable.
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Parents raising vegan kids need to be armed with facts, like being able to rattle off which foods and supplements are providing adequate vitamin B12 and protein and where their kids are getting calcium. For those who would question the safety of raising vegan babies, it’s always good to consult with a professional doctor when it comes to your baby.
When it comes to controversies about raising vegan kids, most vegans would argue that these problems and issues are not about vegan diet at all but all about neglect. Neglect from parents who do not perform their own due diligence when it comes to deciding meals for their children.
They may stress the elements of veganism in these stories, but it’s not that these people aren’t giving their children the right kind of food, it’s that they aren’t feeding them the right amounts of these food items. 10
The Future of the Future
How Tesla Cars Are Going Vegan Inside Out If we haven’t said this enough already (but we will so you won’t forget) - vegan is so much more than what you eat. Veganism is a lifestyle. It is choosing the path of no cruelty towards animals in every aspect of your life. This doesn’t only include the food you prepare but also the things you use for everyday survival. 11
Elon Musk
Ask yourself, what are your clothes made of? How do they make the sheets you sleep on? Do you go to the circus and animal theme parks? Another surprising question - do your cars have leather seats? Do you know how they acquire leather? These are very mundane questions but because they’re made to be so mundane that we forget to question them and their processes. Forward thinker, businessman and innovator, Elon Musk is paving the way (once again) into the future.
Since Tesla is the car of the future, it comes as no surprise that they too, are going vegan. Tesla electric cars are going vegan after it was revealed they would have leather free seating. From now on you will be able to purchase the Model S, X and 3, with a non-animal seating material, according to one of Musk’s television interviews.
What’s even more amazing is if you want to make sure your car is fully vegan you can also opt to change the leather steering wheel. The changes were revealed by PETA, which is a Tesla partner, on a blog and later confirmed by a spokesperson for the car manufacturer. Tesla had previously offered cloth seating as a vegan alternative but was reluctant to fully abandon leather.
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With a pursuit to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy, it is only fitting that Tesla has done away with leather seats. It is also a way for Musk to create awareness on how leather is made and what kind of cruelty these animals have to endure just to end up being furniture or car fixtures.
The company’s vegan transformation comes roughly two years after PETA—a Tesla shareholder—spoke at the company’s 2015 annual meeting. In those discussions it was pointed out that Tesla could reduce its carbon footprint by using only vegan leather.
After much consideration, and only 18 months after that meeting, Tesla cars have fully become the car everyone must have. This will help contribute in lessening the carbon footprint we make on our very own planet. After all, there’s no room for animal skins in a sustainable future.
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A Beautiful Lentil Polenta Casserole Recipe As a vegan, leftovers at home can be a pretty common thing. To save time and energy, most vegans know that the smartest way to prep food is by making them in large batches, freezing and reheating it later on. While this may be a smart way of dealing with everyday meals, especially for a hectic,
working vegan, it can get boring and routinary at times. And of course, nobody wants to eat a dull meal every single day of the week - or any day for that matter. One of the most common leftovers in any vegan’s fridge is the lentil soup. Lentil soups are an amazing way to have a warm, filling and
comforting meal without the fuss and muss but obviously, you can’t just have it everyday. This recipe makes use of your leftover lentil soup and recreated it into something magical something easy, something delicious and definitely brand spanking new.
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Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil, plus more for pan zest of one lemon 3 cups favorite lentil soup 1 (8-oz tube polenta) Toppings: (toss together) Big handful of chopped kale Scallions Lemon juice Avocado Chive flowers olive oil
Directions 1. Preheat oven to 400F with a rack in the middle. Rub the inside of a 9x12 (or equivalent) casserole dish with a bit of olive oil. Sprinkle the lemon zest across the pan. 2. Arrange soup in bottom of your baking dish. Arrange polenta slices on top in slightly overlapping concentric circles or rows. Cover with foil and bake 25-30 minutes. Remove from oven, uncover, and brush polenta with a bit of olive oil. Finish by broiling 6-12 inches from heat for a minute or two, watching carefully, until the polenta is golden brown, and crisps up at the edges a bit. Allow to rest for 5 minutes. Serve topped with the suggested ingredients. 15
When you create a product, one of the most important thing investors ask is “What is the USP?� or what is also known as the Unique Selling Proposition. In most cases, a product or a company with an excellent USP is bound to make it big in the market. Such is the case of the Swedish-born furniture store, IKEA. A product that is so unique, it broke apart common furniture, placed the parts in a nice, clean box, named them (with sometimesimpossible-to-pronounce names), and sold it so the everyday person can build his own furniture at home.
MOVE OVER MEATBALLS: We Love these Three New Vegan Dishes from Ikea
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However, it doesn’t stop there. IKEA is not only known for its pristine, white furniture, but also for its IKEA Cafes in every store. After checkout, most buyers sit and unwind at their cafes which is most famous for their Swedish meatballs, among other things.
In 2015, the iconic furniture store expanded its menu to accommodate even vegan shoppers at their cafes. Michael La Cour, Managing Director of Food Services for IKEA explains that it is high time they offered more than just meatballs and more importantly, be more inclusive to every shopper that patronizes their brand. Here are three new dishes you can expect to enjoy when dining at the nearest IKEA near you.
However, it doesn’t stop there. IKEA is not only known for its pristine, white furniture, but also for its IKEA Cafes in every store. After checkout, most buyers sit and unwind at their cafes which is most famous for their Swedish meatballs, among other things.
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1. Grönsaksbullar In true IKEA fashion, the food is as difficult to spell (and pronounce) as their furniture. Grönsaksbullar is actually the vegan version of the meatballs they’ve become so famous for. So as not to leave out all the furniture-building vegans, it was only a matter of time that they rectified the situation. This all-veggie meatball costs only $4.49 for a plate of ten and it does not disappoint.
2. Asparagus Salad Seeing this dish will make you rethink if you’re in a furniture cafe or a five-star fine dining restaurant. It’s a beautifully plated salad of asparagus, cherry tomatoes and mustard-dill sauce. The asparagus is beautifully roasted and has that nice crunch to it. It’s a light but surprisingly filling salad that’s perfect for aftershopping snacks. A plate costs $4.50.
3. Seasonal Veggie Wrap For $3.99, an IKEA shopper can grab a nice veggie wrap filled with seasonal vegetables. It’s fresh and filling and something that will definitely replenish you after a grueling day of furniture shopping. It’s guaranteed fresh because they only use locally grown and in-season produce, hence the name, Seasonal Veggie Wrap. It’s definitely worth every penny. 18
When we eat, we don’t only eat with your tongue and mouth. Any professional chef knows that customers first eat with their eyes. This explains why when you see pictures of food in magazines and in restaurant menus, you begin to salivate and order that item right away. A few times a year, usually in summer, you will come across a photo of what looks like the perfect BLT. It is always hearty, with vibrant tomatoes and succulent lettuce but there’s a catch - the B in BLT, as we all know, stands for bacon. While crisp bacon is attractive to look at, it may not be as good to have for every vegan. The great news is, having that perfect BLT sandwich is just as easy as jumping from B to C - as in bacon to coconut bacon!
From BLT to CLT
A blend of coconut “bacon”, and crumbled tempeh seasoned and baked alongside the coconut will complete any CLT sandwich for you any time of the day. You can make a large batch of this, and keep it in the freezer, for quick use. All in all, it’s a great alternative sandwich for your vegan friends, or just anyone interested in plant-based meals.
An Exciting Vegan Twist to This Most Beloved Classic Sandwich
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Ingredients Coconut Bacon: 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp maple syrup or coconut nectar 1 tbsp tamari, soy sauce, or coconut aminos 1 1/4 tsp smoked paprika scant 1/2 tsp smoked salt a few drops of liquid smoke 2 cups unsweetened large-flake coconut
8 oz tempeh, crumbled roasted tomatoes A spoonful of your favorite mayo 1 small head of lettuce 2 ripe avocados 8 slices of hearty whole grain bread, well toasted and rubbed with a clove of garlic
Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350F degrees. Combine the olive oil, maple syrup, tamari, smoked paprika, smoked salt, and liquid smoke in a large bowl. Add the coconut and tempeh and toss gently for a full minute. If you don’t want to use tempeh, substitute it with another cup of coconut flakes. Transfer in a single layer onto two baking sheets. 2. Bake, stirring once or twice for 15-25 minutes, or until deeply golden and toasted. Keep an eye on it as the baking time increases. 3. To assemble each sandwich, slather the bread with some mayo. Top with tomatoes, lettuce, a generous handful of the coconut bacon, and thin slices of avocado. Enjoy open-faced or top with another slice of toasted bread. 4. This recipe makes enough coconut bacon for about four sandwiches.
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STRAWBERRY FIELDS FOREVER:
Paul McCartney Stands Up for Veganism There is nothing more admirable than watching a man who has made fortunes and enjoyed fame for most of his life, stand up for what is right and fight for a noble cause. Music legend Paul McCartney who is more famously known as one fourth of one of the biggest bands that ever graced the music scene, The Beatles, has taken upon himself to spread the word on veganism and animal rights welfare.
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In 2015, McCartney delivered a powerful narration for a PETA video called Glass Walls. Here, McCartney asks a simple question: If slaughterhouses are made of glass walls, would people still eat meat? The very graphic video shows a lot of clips from hidden cameras planted in slaughterhouses across the US and how animals are being treated unfairly just for their meat. The inhumane killing and treatment is enough for anyone to cringe and give up meat for life. Early on, McCartney started out being a vegetarian but later on learned how animals are being treated not just for food but for other luxury items as well. For this rockstar, the biggest change anyone could make in their own lifestyle would be to become a vegan. The singer-songwriter of The Beatles fame easily looks 10 years younger at 74 years old. McCartney credits anti-aging foods like vegetables and fruits as part of a plant-based vegan diet. Although he’s now vegan— McCartney has avoided eating animals and has been a vegetarian since 1975. A vegetarian diet allows dairy and eggs; however, vegans can’t eat any animal byproduct. 22
He recognizes that veganism is good not just for your own body but for others as well and more importantly, for our environment. The amount of carbon footprint made from producing meat and hoarding animals in ghastly slaughterhouses is slowly killing the only planet we live on.
It is such a pity that the wildlife and natural places of this beautiful planet we inhabit are being destroyed by thoughtless industrialization. This is why McCartney continues to spread the word about veganism and its benefits. He is an avid partner of PETA and an activist when it comes to animal rights.
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THE TEMPEH TRAP: GET IN A SWEET DISPOSITION WITH THIS TEMPTING TEMPEH TACOS RECIPE Every vegan knows a little (but very important) secret: there are no limits to being a vegan. Sounds like a paradox, but keep reading‌ Even though we live in a meat-centric world and mostly surrounded by carnivores, a true vegan knows that nature is bigger than anything and everything artificial and man-made. When one learns to accept this fact, a vegan will soon realize that any kind of food can be made, and can be made well.
This is why there are no more limits to being a vegan. One can even enjoy Taco Tuesdays with the rest of the non-vegan gang because Mother Nature has provided us with natural and plantbased alternatives for every ingredient.
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empeh is a perfect example of this. This plant based ingredient is tasty, easy to use - much like tofu, and is very high in protein as well. Use this recipe Monday through Friday and enjoy your tacos at any day of the week! Remember, no limits!
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Ingredients 1 (8-oz) package tempeh 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup Mexican-spiced diced tomatoes (tomatoes with green chilies) 1 fresh jalapeùo, diced 2 tsp chili powder 3 tsp cumin 2 tsp lime juice 2 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder 2 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp minced chipotle pepper 1/4 cup Bragg’s liquid aminos 1/2 red onion, diced 1/2 green bell pepper, diced 2 tbsp water Salt pepper olive oil mister or cooking spray dash of liquid smoke 6-8 hard taco shells
For Serving vegan cheese Guacamole Salsa hot sauce Cilantro black olives lime wedges
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Directions 1. Crumble your tempeh into a large mixing bowl. Then, using a large spoon, mix in the garlic, tomatoes, jalapeño, chili powder, cumin, lime juice, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, chipotle pepper, and Bragg’s. Once your tempeh is completely mixed into the spices, mix in the onion and pepper. Then drizzle the water 1 tablespoon at a time into your mix while stirring your ingredients continuously. Taste a little bit of your tempeh and add salt and pepper to taste. 2. Spray your favorite cast-iron skillet or frying pan with a heavy coating of olive oil cooking spray, and then heat over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, toss in the tempeh mixture and liquid smoke. Flip your tempeh-vegetable mixture a few times so that it browns evenly. You’ll know it’s ready when your vegetables are tender and your tempeh has crispy edges. It should take about 10 minutes. 3. While your tempeh is cooking, heat your taco shells slightly in the oven following the directions on the package. 4. Once your taco shells are warm, fill them with the tempeh and vegetable mixture. Top with vegan cheese and set aside so it can melt slightly. 5. Serve with guacamole, salsa, hot sauce, cilantro, black olives, lime wedges and anything else you like on your tacos 26
Four Things Your Vegan Friends Wished You'd Stop Saying
Believe it or not, a vegan’s main goal in life is not to convert you into veganism. While they may seem very passionate about their newfound lifestyle and would want to share its amazing benefits, they’re really not out there to get you in any way or to make you feel bad about your personal choices.
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While both non-meat eaters and meat eaters understand lean meats like turkey or cooked lentils both have health benefits for our bodies, the issue becomes a moral one — something vegans hate explaining the most.
Since veganism is almost as sensitive as religion and politics, people should be more sensitive when talking to vegans about their own cruelty-free choices. Every vegan knows that if prodded even more, things can get real
awkward real fast in any given situation. These four statements may either be funny or just downright annoying for any vegan at a dinner party. Check them out and please, oh please, stop saying them!
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1. I could never give up cheese First, no one is asking you to. Second, did you know Cheese does actually contain traces of morphine? Casomorphins (which have an effect similar to opiates) are produced when the body digests casein, a milk protein. So yes, you are addicted to it and recognition is the first step to recovery. Lastly, there are many vegan cheese options in the market and vegans are never in lack of supplies.
2. You’re vegan? I thought you’d be skinnier. At any given situation, no one must ever, ever talk about any other person’s weight. It’s just basic etiquette. But when you mix in veganism and weight, then it becomes a real problem. That being said, non vegans should also know that many unhealthy foods can still be vegan—tempura (fried vegetables) is high in fat and calories, condiments can be high in calories, vegan baked goods can be high in sugar. As with any person’s diet, it’s all about moderation and good choices - but thanks for calling me fat just now - NOT! 29
3. But you kill plants!
4. So, you never eat out?
Perhaps it is the saddest comeback slash argument any vegan has ever heard. Realistically, if you watch a side by side video of a tomato being harvested and bacon being made, we truly hope you can already guess who is killing what.
Oh, but we do! In case you’ve been living under a rock these days, let us help you out by saying that veganism seems to be the future of food which explains why so many vegan restaurants are popping up across the globe. More importantly, non-vegan restaurants are starting to add vegan dishes on their menu to accommodate a silent majority.
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Pickling is a way to preserve vegetables to make them last longer. It also adds that tangy, zesty taste you’re always looking for in any main dish. Pickled zucchinis are so easy to prepare and they go with almost any cooked dish you prepare. It can help add texture, flavor or even act as a palate cleanser when you’re eating many things on one plate, or something that’s very rich in flavor. They’re good with veggie burgers, certain tacos, and simple green summer salads. If you come up with other ideas for them, even better. The only thing that takes much time here is draining some of the liquid from the zucchini, if you plan ahead a bit, the rest of the process only takes a couple minutes. If you want the pickles to have a bit more bite, structure, and definition, slice the zucchini thicker, perhaps 1/8-inch, and let them drain as long as possible, sometimes overnight refrigerated.
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3 medium zucchini (1 pound/450 g), thinly sliced
1. Toss the zucchini, onion, shallots, and salt together in a colander and place over a bowl to catch the liquids. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least a couple hours. Toss once or twice along the way. You’re aiming to get as much liquid out of the zucchini as possible.
1 medium white onion, thinly sliced 3 shallots, thinly sliced 1 1/2 tbsp fine grain sea salt 1/4 cup (small handful) fresh dill sprigs 1 small fresh red chile pepper, very thinly sliced 1/2 tbsp yellow mustard seeds 3/4 cup cider vinegar 3/4 cup white wine vinegar 1/3 cup natural cane sugar
2. When you’re finished draining the zucchini, shake off any water. At this point you want the zucchini as dry as possible. Place in a 1 liter / 1 quart jar along with the dill, chile pepper, and mustard seeds. 3. Alternately, you can cram them into a 3/4 liter Weck jar like I do, but it’s always a bit snug in the jar. 4. Combine the ciders and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves, and continue to boil for a few minutes. Pour the liquid over the zucchini and seal the jar. Let cool, then refrigerate. The pickles are good for a week or so.
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