MENESTRA (SPANISH STYLE VEGGIE STEW) (VEGAN TOO..!)
Another gem from the Moosewood Cooks at Home book. You can add or sub any veggies you like to this (green beans work really well). It can turn into a bit of a fridge clearer at my house! And I sometimes add a bit of chunked tofu too. It's one of those recipes where you don't need to have everything prepped and ready to go, you can wash/peel/chop as you go down the list. Although you would think spanish paprika would be recommended for this, the book actually suggests sweet hungarian as the best choice.
Provided by magpie diner
Categories Low Protein
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a large pot, saute the onion and garlic in the olive oil over medium heat until translucent.
- Add the carrots, followed by the potato, the paprika, bay leaves and cayenne. Saute for a few minutes watching it doesn't stick or start to burn.
- All together you want 2 cups of liquid - use up the liquid from the tinned artichokes then top up with water to get 2 cups. Pour in the water, sherry and 1/2 tsp of salt. Cover and bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer for about 5 minutes.
- After a few minutes add in the mushrooms and bell pepper and let those simmer with everything for a few more minutes.
- Once the veggies are just tender, stir in the artichokes and peas. Simmer about 5 more minutes and adjust salt to your taste, turn the pepper grinder over the pot a few times and it's done. I like to let this simmer on a little longer so that the flavours really blend together. Serve topped with olives and parsley if you choose, and maybe some crusty bread on the side.
PERUVIAN QUINOA STEW....(VEGAN/VEGETARIAN)
Yet another one from Moosewood cooks at home. I guess I'm in the mood for stew! You can top this with grated cheddar if you like (or vegan cheese for that mater). Cilantro is optional, but I think it really makes it. I also like cornbread with this - very satisying.
Provided by magpie diner
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Rinse your quinoa really well. Place it in a pot with the water and cook, covered over medium heat, for about 15 minutes or until soft. Set aside.
- While the quinoa cooks, saute the onions and garlic in the oil for about 5 minutes over medium heat.
- Add in the celery and carrots. Continue to cook for about 5 more minutes, stirring often so nothing sticks or burns.
- Add in the bell pepper, zucchini and tomatoes, along with the spices (cumin, chili powder, coriander, cayenne and oregano). Let that blend together for just a few more minutes and then stir in the stock. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes until the veggies are tender.
- Stir in the cooked quinoa and adjust the salt to taste. Just before serving, stir in the cilantro if you choose, or sprinkle on top.
SPANISH VEGETABLE STEW
This classic stew, menestra de verduras, has many regional variations, and can be made with different vegetables according to season. Constant ingredients include potatoes, carrots, and green peas; artichokes are the most characteristic. Fresh artichokes are called for in traditional recipes, but using the canned variety simplifies the process.
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a soup pot. Add the onion and sauté over medium heat until translucent. Add the garlic and continue to sauté until the onion is golden.
- Add the water, wine, potatoes, carrots, mushrooms, and paprika. Bring to a rapid simmer, then lower the heat. Cover and simmer gently for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are tender. Add the asparagus and cook over low heat until it is tender but still bright green, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in the artichoke hearts, peas, and parsley. Season with lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Cook over low heat for 5 minutes longer. If time allows, let the stew stand off the heat for an hour or so. Heat gently before serving. If the stew is too dense, add just a bit more water, then adjust the seasonings.
- Per serving:
- Calories: 222
- Total fat: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Fiber: 10g
- Carbohydrate: 37g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 100mg
VEGGIE GUINNESS STEW (VEGAN)
A take on beef & Guinness stew, adapted from a version found on about.com. If you're a huge fan of stout, use two full bottles/cans and don't bother with the broth. This was originally meant to use seitan, but as I stay away from wheat, I've used tofu instead. You can use either in exactly the same way, maybe even tempeh. I prefer to leave out the potatoes and serve over mash instead, but others might prefer as is with some crusty bread on the side. I'm sure any dark beer would make a good sub for Guinness if you have to. As a point of interest, Guinness brewed by Moosehead in St. John NB is vegan, labelled Guinness N.A. According to Barnivore.com, Guinness brewed elsewhere uses isinglass as a fining agent (which is a by- product of the fishing industry), so technically not vegan.
Provided by magpie diner
Categories Stew
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Warm the olive oil in a large pan, add in the tofu and soy sauce and saute until slightly browned, about 5 minutes.
- Reduce the heat, add in the steak sauce and stir until the tofu is lightly coated. Remove the tofu from the pan with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- You should have some oil still in the pot, add in the tbsp of margarine (or a little extra oil), along with the onions, celery, carrots, potatoes and garlic and cook over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, until the onions have softened and browned a little.
- Sprinkle the flour into the pot and stir well to distribute, allow it to cook for about a minute then reduce the heat and slowly add in the Guinness, followed by the broth.
- Add the thyme, sugar, salt and pepper and stir well.
- Add the tofu back in and leave everything to simmer until the Guinness reduces and stew thickens, about 40 minutes. Adjust seasoning if desired and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 702.3, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 2.1, Sodium 631.4, Carbohydrate 67.7, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 4.9, Protein 13.8
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