Are you tired of scouring the internet for vegan recipes only to be disappointed by lacklustre results? Do you miss the rich flavours and textures of dairy products like cheese? I have the perfect vegan parmesan cheese recipe for you today that you are going to love!
As a vegan, I have gone through trouble trying to replicate the taste and texture of beloved dairy products, failing numerous times in the process and finally finding the perfect recipe to share with you.
Join me on a culinary journey where I share only tried, tested, and approved vegan recipes that taste similar to dairy and will satisfy even the most discerning taste buds.
BUT, WHAT IS PARMESAN CHEESE?
Parmesan is traditionally a hard, dry cheese made from cow’s milk with a hard rind and a salty, sharp flavour. It’s neither vegetarian nor vegan-friendly.
Traditional Italian parmesan ‘Parmigiano-Reggiano’ is a type of parmesan produced within specific locations in Italy. It is highly regulated, including being aged for at least two years. Used primarily for grating, this cheese has become a firm favourite globally.
However, it is also expensive. So much so that there is now ready-grated generic ‘parmesan’ that doesn’t melt and can be sprinkled over pizza and pasta dishes. It is bought reasonably cheaply in stores.
Given these points, let’s find the substitute below.
What is the vegan alternative to parmesan cheese?
I have shared a recipe below that revolutionizes your vegan cooking experience. Say goodbye to bland substitutes and hello to a vegan parmesan cheese that rivals the real deal.
Being a vegan does not mean you have to miss the flavours and textures that cheese and other dairy products provide. You only have to find the right recipe with the right ingredients in the perfect ratios.
Main Ingredients for this alternative recipe:
Before we dive into the recipe, let’s take a closer look at the main ingredients that make this vegan parmesan cheese so delicious:
- Cashews: These creamy nuts provide the perfect texture and bite, resembling the consistency of traditional parmesan cheese.
- Olives: Adds a touch of salty brininess. Olives elevate the flavour profile of our vegan parmesan, giving it that authentic taste you crave.
- Nutritional Yeast: Known for its funky and nutty flavours, nutritional yeast is the secret ingredient that gives our vegan parmesan its cheesy essence.
Vegan Parmesan Cheese Powder Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Oven
- 1 Baking sheet
- 1 Spoon to mix
- 1 Mixer Grinder/Food processor
- 1 Airtight glass storage jar
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup Cashews Raw
- 1 tbsp Green Olives
- 3 tbsp Nutritional Yeast
- 2 tbsp Pine nuts Raw
- 3/4 tsp rock salt
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 275 degrees.
- Take olives from the jar and Pat them dry since their moisture can make the cheese soggy. Chop them finely.
- Combine all the ingredients in a food processor and process for 1 minute, scraping sides as needed.
- Spread the finely ground mixture on a baking sheet in an even layer.
- Bake for about ten minutes. Stir the mixture, rotate the pan and bake for an additional ten minutes until the mixture is lightly golden and feels dry.
- Let the mixture cool down completely for 15-20 minutes.
- Break up any lumps if you see them. You will get 1.5 cups of cheese from this recipe.
- Store in an airtight glass container in the fridge for up to 1 month.
References
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0dTvQ8vh-mQ&list=PLu4yHDJfipkZIHnRRSSsXiziphhQ2iLAk&index=3
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