What is vegan khoresh gheymeh or yellow split peas stew
Khoresh gheymeh or yellow split peas stew is one of the most popular and cooked Persian dishes that has a cultural significance and is loved by so many.
This dish is deeply rooted in Persian culinary traditions and in special occasions and celebration (Nowruz (Iranian new year and religious holidays like Eid) is often cooked by the host as a sign of great respect and effort.
I associate this dish with my childhood, since I grew up eating it at least once a week. So when decided to go vegan my journey to recreate different food started.
I had to find the best way to veganise my favourite recipes, there was no way I had to suffer and not taste all those nostalgic tastes again.
With this dish there are different variations, some add eggplants (bademjun) to it and call it ‘gheymeh bademjun’ which literally translated gheymeh with eggplant.
By the way if you like eggplants you should definitely give that version a try, I still prefer the classic version.
Now with the recipe that I will be sharing the only difference is that there is no meat, the rest is the same.
The base of the stew is yellow split peas which is normally served with fried saffron potatoes and (polo) which is Persian rice.
The distinct flavours of this dish
Advieh is spice blend that has cinnamon, cardamom, cumin and coriander in it.
The combination of those spices add a very distinctive aroma and flavour to the dish. However, if I don’t have that specific blend just use cinnamon, cardamom and saffron as the main spices.
Limoo amani, or dried limes have very unique, strong and citrusy and earthy flavour, they are limes that have been dried in the sun.
Tip: You can purchase Limo amani from local Persian or middle eastern stores. They are also available on online platforms like amazon, but we get all the necessary item from our local shops.
So this khoresh, (literally stew) is a dish that needs patience, love and lots of great ingredients mixed with fluffly Persian rice and friend potatoes sticks, that will take it to another level.
Ingredients:
– 1 large onion, thinly sliced
– 1 tsp turmeric
– 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
– 1 tsp saffron
– 1 cup of quick-cook yellow split peas, rinsed
-1 1/2 cups of mushroom (of TVP chunks)
– 2 tbsp tomato paste
– 2 tomatoes
– 1 stick of cinnamon (or a tsp)
– 4 dried limes (limoo omani)
– 1 1/2 cups water, plus an additional 2 1/2 cups water, divided
– 1 tbsp sea salt
– 1 tsp black pepper, to taste
– 2 cups of steamed basmati rice, to serve
– 2 large potatoes, peeled and sliced into french fries
Instructions:
1- Rinse the yellow split peas and let them soak for up to 1 hour in col water.
2- In a large pot add 2 tbsp of olive oil. Over medium heat add the chopped onions and sauté until they are golden brown.
3- In the meantime, bring 1 1/2 cups of water to boil. Add yellow split peas and reduce heat to simmer, cook for 15 minutes drain and set aside.
4- Puncture each dried lime once and make sure its on each end (use fork). This draws out the flavor and tartness of the limes.
5- Add the minced garlic and tomatoes (grind) to the onions, cook until garlic is fragrant.
Add the tomato paste, salt, pepper and turmeric powder and the advieh.
6- Take few strands of saffron and leave it in very hot water for about 10 minutes. This is one of the main ways we bloom the saffron
7- Add the mushrooms (or TVP), dried limes, saffron and a cinnamon stick and pour enough water to cover the ingredients. Bring it to a boil and then on low heat cook the stew for another hour.
8- Serve the dish with hot steamed rice and fried potato stick. The last step is optional, however it will definitely add more flavours to the dish.
Enjoy this beautiful and cruelty free homemade khoresh Gheymeh with your family and friends.
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- Cholesterol 195mg65%
- Sodium 730mg31%
- Total Carbohydrate 19g7%
- Dietary Fiber 5g20%
- Sugars 10g
- Protein 97g194%
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Vegan French Toast
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You may have made a cinnamon roll french toast casserole or french toast bake, but those can take a long time to make. With the instant pot craze going on, we thought we would try to shorten the preparation time needed for traditional french.
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Cut the loaf into bite-size pieces and let it dry overnight on a cookie sheet or pan.You can use parchment paper in the bottom too for easy release.
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Spray the bottom and sides of your dish with nonstick baking spray.
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Whisk the eggs and then add the milk, vanilla, sugar, brown sugar and cinnamon.
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Add the dried bread pieces. Let them soak for about 10 minutes. Stirring occasionally to make sure every piece of bread gets into the milk mixture.
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Dump the mixture into your prepared dish. Cover the dish really well with foil.I put a piece over the top and then also placed the dish on a piece of foil and brought the edges up around it. (This helps seal out the moisture while it is steaming).
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Place your trivet that came with the Instant Pot in the bottom of the pot and pour 1 cup of water into the pot. Place your baking dish on top of the trivet. Place the lid on the instant pot and make sure the vent is turned to “seal”.
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Set manual and pressure to high for 40 minutes.
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When the timer goes off cover the vent with a towel and quick release the steam.
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Remove the dish carefully as it will be hot and remove the foil from the dish draining.Top with powdered sugar, cinnamon, homemade candied pecans, and whipped cream to make it extra yummy!
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Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
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- Saturated Fat 9g45%
- Cholesterol 195mg65%
- Sodium 730mg31%
- Total Carbohydrate 19g7%
- Dietary Fiber 5g20%
- Sugars 10g
- Protein 97g194%
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Cut the loaf into bite-size pieces and let it dry overnight on a cookie sheet or pan.You can use parchment paper in the bottom too for easy release.
-
Spray the bottom and sides of your dish with nonstick baking spray.
-
Whisk the eggs and then add the milk, vanilla, sugar, brown sugar and cinnamon.
-
Add the dried bread pieces. Let them soak for about 10 minutes. Stirring occasionally to make sure every piece of bread gets into the milk mixture.
-
Dump the mixture into your prepared dish. Cover the dish really well with foil.I put a piece over the top and then also placed the dish on a piece of foil and brought the edges up around it. (This helps seal out the moisture while it is steaming).
-
Place your trivet that came with the Instant Pot in the bottom of the pot and pour 1 cup of water into the pot. Place your baking dish on top of the trivet. Place the lid on the instant pot and make sure the vent is turned to “seal”.
-
Set manual and pressure to high for 40 minutes.
-
When the timer goes off cover the vent with a towel and quick release the steam.
-
Remove the dish carefully as it will be hot and remove the foil from the dish draining.Top with powdered sugar, cinnamon, homemade candied pecans, and whipped cream to make it extra yummy!
Serving Size 5
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 730
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- Cholesterol 195mg65%
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* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
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Vegan French Toast
Description
You may have made a cinnamon roll french toast casserole or french toast bake, but those can take a long time to make. With the instant pot craze going on, we thought we would try to shorten the preparation time needed for traditional french.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Cut the loaf into bite-size pieces and let it dry overnight on a cookie sheet or pan.You can use parchment paper in the bottom too for easy release.
-
Spray the bottom and sides of your dish with nonstick baking spray.
-
Whisk the eggs and then add the milk, vanilla, sugar, brown sugar and cinnamon.
-
Add the dried bread pieces. Let them soak for about 10 minutes. Stirring occasionally to make sure every piece of bread gets into the milk mixture.
-
Dump the mixture into your prepared dish. Cover the dish really well with foil.I put a piece over the top and then also placed the dish on a piece of foil and brought the edges up around it. (This helps seal out the moisture while it is steaming).
-
Place your trivet that came with the Instant Pot in the bottom of the pot and pour 1 cup of water into the pot. Place your baking dish on top of the trivet. Place the lid on the instant pot and make sure the vent is turned to “seal”.
-
Set manual and pressure to high for 40 minutes.
-
When the timer goes off cover the vent with a towel and quick release the steam.
-
Remove the dish carefully as it will be hot and remove the foil from the dish draining.Top with powdered sugar, cinnamon, homemade candied pecans, and whipped cream to make it extra yummy!
Serving Size 5
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 730
- Calories from Fat 250
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 27g42%
- Saturated Fat 9g45%
- Cholesterol 195mg65%
- Sodium 730mg31%
- Total Carbohydrate 19g7%
- Dietary Fiber 5g20%
- Sugars 10g
- Protein 97g194%
- Vitamin C 10%
- Iron 12%
- Vitamin E 8%
- Vitamin K 5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
- Cook this recipe at low heat.
- Use fresh ingredients for better taste
- After cooking, wait for at least 15 minutes for better taste