Spices & Flavorings

This grown-up ginger ale gets its spicy kick from sliced fresh ginger. The syrup will keep in the fridge up to a week.

Thinly sliced tempeh simmered in a flavorful broth makes a great sandwich "meat" in this deli classic.

Turn this Korean street-food snack into a full meal by serving the pancake wedge on a bed of sautéed spinach and topping it with a freshly poached egg and squirt of sriracha.

Thin rice vermicelli noodles are piled atop a saucy eggplant stir-fry so they retain their tender, fluffy texture and don’t get weighed down by the sauce. Serve this dish with lime wedges and your favorite hot sauce.

The national dish of Vietnam, pho is an aromatic noodle soup that’s traditionally made with beef broth. Here, store-bought vegetable broth is spiked with onion, garlic, and spices for a full-bodied vegetarian alternative.

Chow fun is the Chinese name for rice noodles. We’ve called for fresh noodles here, but if you can’t find them, substitute dried rice stick noodles and prepare according to package directions. The noodles soak up the sauce quickly, so serve immediately.

Think of these rolls as noodle-wrapped salads with a dressing for dipping. Fresh rice-paper rolls are easy to make once you get the hang of softening the wrappers with warm water. Serve these rolls as an appetizer or as part of an Asian-themed meal. They make delicious take-along lunches, too!

A sweet-and-sour combination of cauliflower and apple is paired with melted Swiss cheese in a deli-style grilled sandwich. We’ve called for a panini or sandwich press, but you can also make it grilled-cheese-sandwich style in a skillet—just be careful when flipping it to make sure the filling doesn’t fall out.

These Blackened Tofu and Coleslaw Sandwiches make you want to marry them. After tasting the spicy, crispy tofu and tangy, creamy coleslaw on toasted, crusty bread, you’ll want to propose immediately.

Pour a few giant spoonfuls of this perfect gumbo over some potatoes and rice if you are a double-carb person like me. Top it with vegan sausages if you want, and prepare to call this your very favorite gumbo.

Making a grilled veggie burger from scratch used to produce a crumbly mess. But thanks to the smart use of chickpeas and other healthy binders like mushrooms and black beans, these veggie burgers bring a whole new level of delicious awesomeness.

Frozen vegetables and pre-made pie crust make this classic comfort food super-easy.

This easy, one-pot meal uses sturdy staples like carrots, potatoes and onions. Cremini or portobello mushrooms have a firm, beefy texture that holds up well in cooking; you can also add shiitakes or dried wild mushrooms for a deeper flavor.

This flavorful loaf uses sturdy chickpeas instead of the lentils-and-walnuts combination used in most vegan meatloaves.

When you've got the cold or flu, it's essential to load up on caffeine-free liquids to keep you hydrated. Herbal teas, like this one featuring chamomile, are soothing. Add a touch of honey to ease sore throats and suppress coughs.

During the winter months mandarins are so sweet and tasty, and moist polenta cakes are such a great way to enjoy gluten-free baking.

This quick recipe celebrates summer’s best produce. Start the soup just before you make a salad; both will be finished at about the same time.

Seasonal favorites with an Asian twist

This recipe highlights both Dijon and whole-grain mustard for an extra bold flavor that enhances every bite of succulent kale and tender tofu.

Tempeh stands in for beef in this vegetarian, fiber-rich version of a Reuben.

Meatless Mondays aren’t just for Mondays anymore, and Taco Tuesdays are certainly not just meant for Tuesdays! Enjoy these meatless tacos any day of the week.

Dosas are a crispy, savory pancake from South India, traditionally made from a fermented batter. Our vegan version is made from collard greens.

Mushrooms and walnuts stand in for meat in this cancer-fighting meal.

Cauliflower makes an intriguing and nutritious grain-free crust in this Paleo vegan alternative to pizza.