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In this book, Buddhist temple priest and chef Koyu Iinuma shares the simple and delicious plant-based meals he prepares in the kitchens of Fukushoji temple in Yokohama, Japan.
The 73 recipes showcased in Zen Vegan Food are incredibly beautiful and tasty, while also being nutritious, sustainable and ethically responsible. Color photos show the finished dishes, while comprehensive information on Japanese ingredients like seaweed, miso and tofu helps home cooks with shopping and preparation.
In this cookbook, readers will find:28 recipes for vegan congee—the traditional Asian rice porridge dish that is taking the West by storm. These include Congee with Eggplant and Ginger, Soymilk Congee and Congee with Saffron and ChestnutsA chapter on Japanese-Italian dishes with recipes such as Grilled Turnips with Mustard and Olive Sauce, Spaghetti with Pesto and Shiitake and Mushroom Risotto with Nori SeaweedDelicious condiments and starters to brighten up any meal, such as Mushroom Miso Paste and Crunchy Kombu Chips
Though we may not typically associate Buddhist monasteries with trendy chefs and temple cafes, a young generation of priests, like Iinuma, are ushering in a new era—one which emphasizes openness and a reconnection to the natural world. Buddhist monastery chefs have been creating delicious vegan dishes for centuries, and Zen Vegan Food offers a modern take full of fun and flavor.
For anyone interested in sustainable, plant-based eating, this book will be a revelation—with new ways to prepare delicious meals the whole family will enjoy!
From the Publisher
73 Healthy and Beautiful Recipes
“Shojin Ryori (“divine cuisine”) or Zen vegan food, is a traditional Buddhist cuisine that has evolved over centuries in Japan…Even the most unconventional recipes in this book pay respect to tradition and history…” – Koyu Iinuma
Begin with Zen Cooking Basics & Snacks
After explaining the basics of Zen Buddhist Temple Cooking and common ingredients, Iinuma shares how to create vegan versions of Japanese staples, such as dashi stock, natto soup, and mushroom miso paste.
Cook Delicious Congee Rice Porridge
According to an old Buddhist sutra, congee (called kayu in Japanese) can help clear up your complexion, prevent colds, fill your stomach, extend your life span, and fill you with strength. Learn how to make plain congee and its tasty variations. as well as seasonal rice porridges.
Master Zen Vegan Main Dishes
In Zen Vegan Food, vegetables take center stage and what emerges are favorable and colorful main meals. Here, Iinuma also shares the health benefits of common Japanese vegetables, such as napa cabbage, kabocha squash, and kombu seaweed.
Enjoy Zen Vegan Italian Style
Although cheese & garlic are popular in authentic Italian dishes, Iinuma shows how tofu can be used to replace cheese or ground meat to create filling & high-protein content dishes.
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Publication date : November 9, 2021
Language : English
Print length : 96 pages
ISBN-10 : 4805316616
ISBN-13 : 978-4805316610
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 8 x 0.75 x 10.25 inches
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