[Jain] Potato-less French Fries Yeah, you read that right—these are potato-less fries. Eating Jain doesn’t mean you have to miss out on fries! In fact, they taste identical, probably even better. Plantains make the best potato substitute for Jain recipes, even in dishes like Paav Bhaji! Simple and quick, this recipe makes a great kick-back snack. I do not…
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Coconut Curried Okra Why eat okra? Okra, a.k.a lady finger/gumbo is high in Vit. C & K, folate, and fiber. The high dietary fiber content of okra supports colon health as a natural digestion aid. Okra also helps stabilize blood sugar, great for diabetes monitoring & prevention. High in folate, okra also can promote healthy pregnancy. Vitamin…
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Polar vortex is taking over much of the U.S., but here in Malibu, winter is feeling a bit like summer 😉 So whether you are stuck in the snow or have your toes in the sand, kick back with this refreshing, tropical Winter ‘Bu Smoothie. Here is the ‘Bu at dawn: Winter Mali(‘Bu) Smoothie 1…
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Is there anything more satisfying than a bowl of fresh guac? Here is how to make Jain guacamole, and a little bit about why you should incorporate more avocado into your diet. Avocados are full of nutrients, with 20 vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients. They are dense in dietary fiber, folic acid, iron, magnesium, potassium, Vit B3,…
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Hercules meets Bollywood with this simple and quick Tirokafteri Naanwich. I first came across Tirokafteri at the Malibu Farmer’s Market last week. The best way to describe it is like a spicy Greek cream cheese made from feta, chillies, and greek yogurt. I also picked up some fresh Kalamata olives at the market, and put…
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A wise chef once said… the dough is your canvas Okay not really, but you get the picture: Artisan pizza is an imaginative, creative experience pairing seemingly random ingredients to create an earthy concoction of tastes. Tart, spicy, creamy, and sweet make this pizza absolutely delicious. Caramelized Butternut Arugula Pizza ingredients you will need: caramelized…
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The weather is chilly up North. So throw on some cozy socks and bundle up by the fireplace with this wholesome, earthy soup. With a kick of cayenne, it is guaranteed to warm your soul! Completely made from scratch, this recipe includes how to make a Jain vegetable broth that can be used as a…
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Ancient Grains Protein Smoothie Bowl Start your morning with over 30 grams of protein with this quick, thick smoothie. Spoon required. Makes 1-2 servings Ingredients: 1 cup Voskos (or Fage/Chobani) plain greek yogurt (0%); I tend to use voskos or fage since these have the highest protein content, but Chobani is the smoothest of the…
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Rakshabandhan is around the corner, so here is a great recipe to make for your family lunch or dinner! It is a creative twist to the normal Paneer Butter Masala curry with a sweet and spicy kick! This recipe can also be made vegan by substituting extra-firm tofu for the paneer, and a non-dairy milk.…
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Ready made veggie burgers often contain eggs or root vegetables, so I love making my own from scratch. You can customize them with whatever you want and they are completely fresh, not like some pre-packed frozen mystery food. Here is a new type of veggie burger patty I tried making a couple days ago, and…
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