This slow cooker vegan red beans and rice recipe makes 4 servings in a 1.5 quart slow cooker. I love meal prepping this dish for work day lunches!
Usually I don’t measure vegetables like pepper and onion, I dice the whole thing and consider any extra veggies in the dish a good thing! That being said, you don’t want to end up with too much to fit in the small slow cooker. Continue reading
Posted in Cajun, Gluten Free Dishes, Grains, Vegan, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Kidney Beans, Make ahead, Rice
This smoked tofu and jackfruit jambalaya is the best jambalaya I have ever made. Back when I used to eat meat, I ate traditional jambalaya at reastaurants but never tried cooking it. Since, I have made many versions, some veggie, some with shirmp, and this recipe stands out as the clear winner.
I think this vegan version is outstanding no matter if you are a meat eater or not. The smoked tofu adds subtle smokiness that you would get from andouille sausage. The jackfruit replaces chicken, adding a nice chewy texture that also helps the dish stay moist. Continue reading
Posted in Cajun, Gluten Free Dishes, Grains, Vegan, Vegetarian Main Dish
I have a secret to share. I was obsessed with these fried portabella poboy sandwiches so much that I got sick of eating them. They were so good that I just made them over and over and over again.
That was in spring, and now that all the summer produce is starting to wane, some fried comfort food sounds pretty good again. Continue reading
Posted in Cajun, Sandwich, Vegan, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Make ahead, Mushrooms, Romaine, Tomatoes, Vegan, Vegetarian
I have always liked spicy foods but I remember one dish in particular that I loved as a kid: blackened salmon! My easy homemade blackening seasoning is a staple that I always have a batch of in the pantry.
The method called blackening is a process where you cook fish or other proteins coated in this seasoning blend over very high heat. It produces a blackened appearance because the spices cook until black in color. Continue reading
Etoufee is one of my favorite comfort food dishes. It occurred to me not long ago, that the only ingredient keeping my favorite etouffee from being vegan was the seafood. Therefore, I decided to try vegan okra etouffee as a plant based version!
I chose to use okra to replace the seafood because it is traditional in Cajun cuisine. I have seen variations that use chickpeas, but they don’t match the flavor and texture of the original dish, in my opinion. Continue reading
Posted in Cajun, Vegan, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Celery, Okra, Peppers, Rice, Tomatoes, Vegan, Vegetarian
How many of you are etoufee (a-too-fae) fanatics! (Me! Me! Hand raised!) It’s a marvelously simple yet flavorful dish. My authentic Cajun shrimp etoufee has been taste tested by many, and today I share it with you. Continue reading
Posted in Cajun, Fish and Seafood, Grains
Tagged Make ahead, Peppers, Rice, Shrimp, Tomatoes
Have you ever enjoyed a poboy sandwich? They are a New Orleans classic often times filled with fried seafood. I made tuna meatball poboy sandwiches to reflect the classic seafood filling, but with a fun new twist! Continue reading
So, black eyed peas have not always been my favorite food. However, they are said to bring good luck to those who eat them on New Years Day! I love to partake in fun traditions, therefore I decided to experiment with black eyed peas to find a delicious way to eat them.
The tradition comes from the southern United States, so I figured Cajun flavors would work well. I love these Cajun black eyed pea sweet potato cakes, and plan to enjoy them for good luck in the new year! Continue reading
Posted in Appetizer, Cajun, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Beans, Eggs, Garlic, Potatoes, Sweet Potato, Vegetarian, Yogurt
Do you ever try a dish at a restaurant and just know that you have to recreate it at home? Well, there is a local cafe that puts catfish poboys on their specials menu. It has everything going for it. Creamy, spicy, and salty with plenty of texture. Because it’s not on the regular menu, I had to make my own version to enjoy on a moments notice! This recipe is my take on spicy catfish poboys with creamy cajun spread. Continue reading
Posted in Cajun, Condiments and Spreads, Fish and Seafood, Quick and Easy, Sandwich
It is finally Friday. Are you all looking forward to the weekend? Of course you are! The weekend is the time period where we can catch up on life and have some extra time for ourselves. Time for myself is usually spend in the garden or the kitchen. Cooking is a great way for me to clear my head and spend some time thinking of nothing else but the process and the ingredients. This Louisiana style shrimp gumbo recipe is great for a weekend when you have a little more time to relax while you cook. Plus there are plenty of leftovers to eat during the busy week! Continue reading
Posted in Cajun, Fish and Seafood, Soup
Tagged Cajun, Garlic, Make ahead, Okra, Rice, Shrimp, Tomatoes
