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I understand that, but I have to disagree.
Sidney Bensimon
Soul food cooking is all about optimizing flavor and texture.
What we love and crave are the spices, the sauces, and the preparation style.
Below are my best tips Ive learned throughout the years for flavorful, soul-filled vegan cooking.
Sidney Bensimon
Down South, we dont skimp on flavor.
Luckily, spices are vegan, so its easy to achieve that Southern flavor profile without meat.
Grilling is essential to Southern cooking.
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We love firing up the grill from spring to fall, and even sometimes in the winter.
Try grilling mySweet Potato Burgersor Beet Black Bean Burgers (pictured above).
Think you cant have satisfying smoky food without pork?
Sidney Bensimon
The same smoking process works on plants and makes them just as succulent and delicious as meat.
Try smoking eggplant, carrots, mushrooms, or tofu in your smoker.
Try myCrispy Eggplant Bacon(pictured above) and see for yourself.
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Replacing the meat is easy too!
My favorite vegan swaps are cauliflower or oyster mushrooms for fried chicken.
ensure to give myVegan Chicken and Waffles(pictured above) a try.
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Everyday soul food isnt complete without beans.
Beans are full of fiber and protein, and they add texture and flavor to any dish.
I recommend buying dry or canned beans in bulk and cooking with them frequently.
Sidney Bensimon
I love their flavor and texture, but I also love their versatility in cooking.
MySweet Potato Pecan Cinnamon Rolls(pictured above) make the perfect breakfast treat.
