Jeeca Uy

Nov 18, 2024 | vegnews.com | Tanya Flink |Lauren Hartmann |Julie Grace |Jeeca Uy

They say you can freeze almost anything. When it comes to tofu, you definitely should, and not just as a preservation method. Freezing tofu before cooking is a low-effort way to create more craveable texture and mouthwatering flavor to any humble, store-bought block of soy protein. Skeptical? We were, too, but then we tried it and now understand the brilliance of this simple tip.

Oct 4, 2024 | plantbasednews.org | Jeeca Uy

Jeeca Uy’s char siu tofu is a sweet and savory dish inspired by the traditional Chinese barbecued pork called “char siu.” You can find the recipe in her new cookbook, Vegan Asian. Instead of meat, this plant-based version uses extra-firm tofu to soak up a rich, flavorful sauce. The tofu is pan-fried until golden and then simmered in a blend of hoisin sauce, soy sauce, dark brown sugar, and Shaoxing wine, giving it a perfect balance of sweetness, umami, and spice.

Sep 19, 2024 | plantbasednews.org | Jeeca Uy

Eggplants are in season right now, meaning there’s no better time to try new recipes featuring this versatile vegetable. This recipe for Chinese stuffed eggplants is a great dinner party centerpiece. Read more: 10 Vegan Eggplant RecipesEggplant, also known as aubergine, is a nutrient-rich vegetable offering a variety of health benefits. It contains a significant amount of dietary fiber, which supports digestion and helps maintain steady blood sugar levels.

Sep 12, 2024 | plantbasednews.org | Jeeca Uy

Ready to try your hand at making your own Korean bulgogi mushrooms? Then, this simple and quick recipe from Vegan Asian by Jeeca Uy is just what you need to elevate dinnertime. This dish shows how combining authentic Korean flavors with simple ingredients makes for a tasty vegan meal that highlights the versatility of mushrooms. Read more: 14 Vegan Mushroom Recipes For A Vitamin D BoostMushrooms are a popular meat substitute due to their dense, meaty texture and ability to absorb flavors.

Sep 1, 2024 | vegnews.com | Jeeca Uy

VegNewsRecipesThis sweet and savory Thai noodle dish from the Vegan Asian: A Cookbook has crunch from bean sprouts and peanuts and added heat from a generous sprinkling of red pepper flakes. Find vegan fish sauce at speciality vegan markets, or swap it for more soy sauce in this recipe.