One thing that many vegans do profess to miss is scrambled eggs on toast. It’s a classic breakfast dish that will always satisfy. Luckily, you can replicate the dish without forking out on a fancy and disappointing fake “egg” replicate.

All you need to make a yummy scrambled “egg” is tofu. Everything else is down to personal preference. All you need is one cup of tofu or anything between 200 and 300g. This is the equivalent of two eggs.

Add some vegetable oil to the pan and then mash up your tofu while the pan heats. When the tofu is positively scrambled, add it to the pan and flavor the mix with salt and pepper to taste. Adding a little basil or turmeric is also a nice touch. For something a little spicier, add 1 tsp of Sriracha.

The tofu will turn a golden color when cooked. If you want to add mushrooms, onions or any other breakfast treat, just toss them in the pan.

The post How To Make Scrambled “Egg” The Vegan Way appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Here are the vegetables which are highest in protein to help you reach your dietary requirement without having to give up your vegetarian diet.

Watercress

Watercress contains 0.8 grams of protein per cup. It doesn’t sound like much but watercress is easy to consume and is high in vitamins as well. If you are having a salad, adding a couple of cups of watercress can help you get more protein in your diet.

Cauliflower/Broccoli

Cauliflower and broccoli are both high in protein. In fact, 100g of cauliflower contains 2 grams of protein but has only 25 calories. Broccoli, on the other hand, contains almost 3 grams of protein in the same quantity.

Spinach

Pop Eye wasn’t kidding when he said that spinach made him strong. A small 30g cup of spinach contains 1g of protein in addition to high amounts of vitamins. If you don’t like the taste, you can mix it in with your smoothie for an extra few grams of protein in the morning.

Asparagus

Asparagus has almost 3 grams of protein per cup. It also has anti-inflammatory properties and it is delicious.

Brussel Sprouts

Brussel sprouts may not be everyone’s favorite part of a Christmas dinner but they are very good for you. They contain 3 grams of protein per cup and 3.3 grams of fiber.

The post Six Vegetables Which Are Naturally High In Protein appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Feijoada

Feijoada is a Portuguese winter dish. It consists of bean stew with pork, sausages and veg. The dish is bursting with flavor and is usually garnished with paprika and garlic.

Sopa de Pedra

Sopa de Pedra translated to “stone soup.” It is the Portuguese version of a stew and often contains whatever meats, veg and beans are left in the cupboard at the end of the week.

Sardinhas Assadas

Sardinhas Assadas is essentially a platter of grilled sardines and is the equivalent of a grilled sticky or mac and cheese. It’s a major comfort food and is eaten all around the country. The heads tend to be kept intact.

Cozido

Cozido revolves around slowly boiled meats and vegetables. Each region has its own variation, and it is a must-try if you want to experience authentic Portuguese cuisine.

Bacalhau

Bacalhau is a traditional dish nicknamed “the faithful friend”. There are hundreds of ways to cook, the codfish but each is made with the national spirit of Portugal.

The post The Staple Dishes of Portuguese Cuisine appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Fortunately, even if you’re trying to live a healthier lifestyle, you don’t have to give up pizza altogether. Here are 3 healthier, veg-based options for a yummier, guilt-free pizza.

Sweet Potato

Sweet potato isn’t just a great option for fries, it’s a great option for pizza bases too. Boil up and drain the potatoes, add a cup of almond flower and kneed the mash until it resembles a ball of dough. Bake for 20 minutes.

Cauliflower

Cauliflower is an amazing substitute vegetable. It works perfectly as a veg alternative to rice, but it is also an ideal replacement for white flower. All you need to do is shred and steam the cauliflower, add egg and salt and pepper to taste and then press and shape to make a base.

Spinach

Spinach contains all sorts of vitamins and minerals, so if you’re getting a healthy dose of spinach in your pizza, you’re pretty much winning at this healthy lifestyle thing. It’s also super easy to prepare. We like this recipe here.

The post 3 Plant-based Alternatives For Pizza Bases appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Pineapple Oreo McFlurry

In Columbia, instead of enjoying a standard but delicious Oreo McFlurry, you can get it with pineapple too. And to think people are still kicking off about pineapple on pizza…C

Ebi Filet-O Shrimp Burger

In Japan, fast food lovers can enjoy a patty of Panko-battered shrimp topped off with shrimp tempura sauce.

McNürnburger

In Germany, you can enjoy a bun containing three bratwurst with a serving of mustard and onions.

Friend Chicken Feet

Instead of chicken McNuggets, you can try fried chicken feet if you are feeling daring and happen to stumble across a Mcdonalds in China. Which you will. Because they are everywhere.

Mashed Potato Burger

In China, there was a time when you couldo get a burger topped with mashed potato. It may sound like the dream, until you realize your bun is completely soggy.

The post The Coolest Items On the McDonalds Menu appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

These are some of the more general principles of the tradition.

Balance is Everything

Balance is the core principle of Chinese cuisine and medicine. It is believed that a healthy body is one that has a proper balance of things. In winter, too much yin is in the body and more yang is needed. In summer, the opposite is true. These means that nutritional needs change with the seasons.

Medicinal Herbs

The Chinese often add certain herbs or animal parts to help heal disease and aid strength. Ginger, for example, is thought to help nausea and cramping and has been used to treat such symptoms for thousands of years.

How You Eat Matters Too

When it comes to traditional Chinese medicine eating practices, how you eat is as important as what you eat. One is encouraged to sit down and eat in a quiet place, not engaging with TV or a noisy environment. Food must be chewed thoroughly and eaten slowly. Attention must be paid to the meal and not to surrounding distractions.

The post The General Principles Of Traditional Chinese Medicinal Cusine appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Here are some treats you ought to keep an eye out for.

Char Koay Teow 

Char Koay Teow is one of the most famous street food dishes in Penang. You will have no trouble finding it and it’s essentially rice noodles in pork fat and soy sauce with fluffy egg and Chinese sausage. It’s more delicious than it sounds.

Crispy Duck 

You can get crispy duck in many places but the crispy duck in Penang is some of the best. Malaysia takes a lot of influence from China and this dish is what true cultural harmony tastes like.

Oh Chien

Oh Chien is an oyster omelet and if you ask for either, they will know what you mean. The oysters are fried in egg and rice flour then embellished with an array of delicious spices and herbs.

Naan

Naan is an obvious dish for people who aren’t overly familiar with Indian food. Regardless, we swear by the naan in Little India, which is arguably some of the best in the world.

Murtabak

Murtabak is pan-fried flatbread which you can get plain or stuffed with meats. It’s cheap, cheerful and delicious.

The post The Best Street Food To Try In Penang, Malaysia appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Regardless of your favorite cuisine, garlic is a staple part of most delicious dishes. From Mediterranean pastas to Korean stir-fries, garlic is a universal ingredient for chefs of all standards.

The funny thing about garlic is that everyone has their own way of peeling it. While some remove the segments then crush them, others chop the cloves in half then peel them after. What we can all agree on, however, is that garlic is notoriously difficult to peel.

At least, that’s what we thought. After watching this video, we’re pretty sure we are never going to struggle peeling the smelly herb again.

Don’t believe us? Check it out for yourself here.

One user wrote: “Not sure how I never knew about this. I lament when I consider how much more garlic I could have used during all these years had I only known of this technique.“

Another summed up our thoughts exactly by writing: “WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAT.”

Is this technique as easy as it looks? Let us know in the comments below.

The post This Viral Video Teaches The Ultimate Way To Peel Garlic appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Soy Sauce

Soy sauce truly is a staple of Chinese cuisine. Light soy sauce is the perfect dipping sauce for dumplings or the ideal ingredient to add a saltier flavor to your dish.

Chinkiang vinegar

Chinkiang vinegar is a good alternative to soy sauce. It has a richer flavor and is used in a variety of dishes. It’s a great way to add a more authentic taste to your noodles or salad.

Toasted Sesame Oil

If you enjoy the nutty flavor to your favorite Chinese dish, it probably contains sesame oil. When you use it, make sure to add it in at the end as it will burn at a high burning point.

Five Spice Powder

Five Spice Powder is the best thing since sliced bread. It is aromatic, flavorsome and adds a kick to just about any dish.

Sichuan Peppercorn

If it’s the spice you like, sichuan peppercorn is used in most Chinese dishes. It is known as the “numbing spice” and causes that tingly feeling in your mouth. Use with caution!

The post 5 Condiments You Need In Your Cupboard If You Love Chinese Cuisine appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

If you’re going to treat yourself to the finest cuisine, one of the best places to do so is arguably in Paris. It’s the city of love, after all, so why not treat you and your partner to one of these surprisingly affordable Michelin Star eateries?

Les Fables de la Fontaine

The venue of Les Fables de la Fontaine is a spectacle in itself. Designed by Luis Aleluia, the wooden interior is the perfect setting to enjoy the sensational menu from Julia Sedefdjian. If you are a fan of seafood, this is our top recommendation.

Benoit

Benoit opened in 1912 and is the only Parisian bistro in the Michelin list. It is family-owned and boasts a menu of classic French dishes. The building itself is remarkable too.

La Table du 11

Finally, La Table du 11 offers a more intimate dining experience. It is run by
Jean-Baptiste Lavergne-Morazzani, who worked under Gordon Ramsey for a decade before launching his own restaurant.

The post 3 Affordable Michelin Star Restaurants In Paris appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

One thing that many vegans do profess to miss is scrambled eggs on toast. It’s a classic breakfast dish that will always satisfy. Luckily, you can replicate the dish without forking out on a fancy and disappointing fake “egg” replicate.

All you need to make a yummy scrambled “egg” is tofu. Everything else is down to personal preference. All you need is one cup of tofu or anything between 200 and 300g. This is the equivalent of two eggs.

Add some vegetable oil to the pan and then mash up your tofu while the pan heats. When the tofu is positively scrambled, add it to the pan and flavor the mix with salt and pepper to taste. Adding a little basil or turmeric is also a nice touch. For something a little spicier, add 1 tsp of Sriracha.

The tofu will turn a golden color when cooked. If you want to add mushrooms, onions or any other breakfast treat, just toss them in the pan.

The post How To Make Scrambled “Egg” The Vegan Way appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Here are the vegetables which are highest in protein to help you reach your dietary requirement without having to give up your vegetarian diet.

Watercress

Watercress contains 0.8 grams of protein per cup. It doesn’t sound like much but watercress is easy to consume and is high in vitamins as well. If you are having a salad, adding a couple of cups of watercress can help you get more protein in your diet.

Cauliflower/Broccoli

Cauliflower and broccoli are both high in protein. In fact, 100g of cauliflower contains 2 grams of protein but has only 25 calories. Broccoli, on the other hand, contains almost 3 grams of protein in the same quantity.

Spinach

Pop Eye wasn’t kidding when he said that spinach made him strong. A small 30g cup of spinach contains 1g of protein in addition to high amounts of vitamins. If you don’t like the taste, you can mix it in with your smoothie for an extra few grams of protein in the morning.

Asparagus

Asparagus has almost 3 grams of protein per cup. It also has anti-inflammatory properties and it is delicious.

Brussel Sprouts

Brussel sprouts may not be everyone’s favorite part of a Christmas dinner but they are very good for you. They contain 3 grams of protein per cup and 3.3 grams of fiber.

The post Six Vegetables Which Are Naturally High In Protein appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Feijoada

Feijoada is a Portuguese winter dish. It consists of bean stew with pork, sausages and veg. The dish is bursting with flavor and is usually garnished with paprika and garlic.

Sopa de Pedra

Sopa de Pedra translated to “stone soup.” It is the Portuguese version of a stew and often contains whatever meats, veg and beans are left in the cupboard at the end of the week.

Sardinhas Assadas

Sardinhas Assadas is essentially a platter of grilled sardines and is the equivalent of a grilled sticky or mac and cheese. It’s a major comfort food and is eaten all around the country. The heads tend to be kept intact.

Cozido

Cozido revolves around slowly boiled meats and vegetables. Each region has its own variation, and it is a must-try if you want to experience authentic Portuguese cuisine.

Bacalhau

Bacalhau is a traditional dish nicknamed “the faithful friend”. There are hundreds of ways to cook, the codfish but each is made with the national spirit of Portugal.

The post The Staple Dishes of Portuguese Cuisine appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Fortunately, even if you’re trying to live a healthier lifestyle, you don’t have to give up pizza altogether. Here are 3 healthier, veg-based options for a yummier, guilt-free pizza.

Sweet Potato

Sweet potato isn’t just a great option for fries, it’s a great option for pizza bases too. Boil up and drain the potatoes, add a cup of almond flower and kneed the mash until it resembles a ball of dough. Bake for 20 minutes.

Cauliflower

Cauliflower is an amazing substitute vegetable. It works perfectly as a veg alternative to rice, but it is also an ideal replacement for white flower. All you need to do is shred and steam the cauliflower, add egg and salt and pepper to taste and then press and shape to make a base.

Spinach

Spinach contains all sorts of vitamins and minerals, so if you’re getting a healthy dose of spinach in your pizza, you’re pretty much winning at this healthy lifestyle thing. It’s also super easy to prepare. We like this recipe here.

The post 3 Plant-based Alternatives For Pizza Bases appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Pineapple Oreo McFlurry

In Columbia, instead of enjoying a standard but delicious Oreo McFlurry, you can get it with pineapple too. And to think people are still kicking off about pineapple on pizza…C

Ebi Filet-O Shrimp Burger

In Japan, fast food lovers can enjoy a patty of Panko-battered shrimp topped off with shrimp tempura sauce.

McNürnburger

In Germany, you can enjoy a bun containing three bratwurst with a serving of mustard and onions.

Friend Chicken Feet

Instead of chicken McNuggets, you can try fried chicken feet if you are feeling daring and happen to stumble across a Mcdonalds in China. Which you will. Because they are everywhere.

Mashed Potato Burger

In China, there was a time when you couldo get a burger topped with mashed potato. It may sound like the dream, until you realize your bun is completely soggy.

The post The Coolest Items On the McDonalds Menu appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

These are some of the more general principles of the tradition.

Balance is Everything

Balance is the core principle of Chinese cuisine and medicine. It is believed that a healthy body is one that has a proper balance of things. In winter, too much yin is in the body and more yang is needed. In summer, the opposite is true. These means that nutritional needs change with the seasons.

Medicinal Herbs

The Chinese often add certain herbs or animal parts to help heal disease and aid strength. Ginger, for example, is thought to help nausea and cramping and has been used to treat such symptoms for thousands of years.

How You Eat Matters Too

When it comes to traditional Chinese medicine eating practices, how you eat is as important as what you eat. One is encouraged to sit down and eat in a quiet place, not engaging with TV or a noisy environment. Food must be chewed thoroughly and eaten slowly. Attention must be paid to the meal and not to surrounding distractions.

The post The General Principles Of Traditional Chinese Medicinal Cusine appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Here are some treats you ought to keep an eye out for.

Char Koay Teow 

Char Koay Teow is one of the most famous street food dishes in Penang. You will have no trouble finding it and it’s essentially rice noodles in pork fat and soy sauce with fluffy egg and Chinese sausage. It’s more delicious than it sounds.

Crispy Duck 

You can get crispy duck in many places but the crispy duck in Penang is some of the best. Malaysia takes a lot of influence from China and this dish is what true cultural harmony tastes like.

Oh Chien

Oh Chien is an oyster omelet and if you ask for either, they will know what you mean. The oysters are fried in egg and rice flour then embellished with an array of delicious spices and herbs.

Naan

Naan is an obvious dish for people who aren’t overly familiar with Indian food. Regardless, we swear by the naan in Little India, which is arguably some of the best in the world.

Murtabak

Murtabak is pan-fried flatbread which you can get plain or stuffed with meats. It’s cheap, cheerful and delicious.

The post The Best Street Food To Try In Penang, Malaysia appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Regardless of your favorite cuisine, garlic is a staple part of most delicious dishes. From Mediterranean pastas to Korean stir-fries, garlic is a universal ingredient for chefs of all standards.

The funny thing about garlic is that everyone has their own way of peeling it. While some remove the segments then crush them, others chop the cloves in half then peel them after. What we can all agree on, however, is that garlic is notoriously difficult to peel.

At least, that’s what we thought. After watching this video, we’re pretty sure we are never going to struggle peeling the smelly herb again.

Don’t believe us? Check it out for yourself here.

One user wrote: “Not sure how I never knew about this. I lament when I consider how much more garlic I could have used during all these years had I only known of this technique.“

Another summed up our thoughts exactly by writing: “WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAT.”

Is this technique as easy as it looks? Let us know in the comments below.

The post This Viral Video Teaches The Ultimate Way To Peel Garlic appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Soy Sauce

Soy sauce truly is a staple of Chinese cuisine. Light soy sauce is the perfect dipping sauce for dumplings or the ideal ingredient to add a saltier flavor to your dish.

Chinkiang vinegar

Chinkiang vinegar is a good alternative to soy sauce. It has a richer flavor and is used in a variety of dishes. It’s a great way to add a more authentic taste to your noodles or salad.

Toasted Sesame Oil

If you enjoy the nutty flavor to your favorite Chinese dish, it probably contains sesame oil. When you use it, make sure to add it in at the end as it will burn at a high burning point.

Five Spice Powder

Five Spice Powder is the best thing since sliced bread. It is aromatic, flavorsome and adds a kick to just about any dish.

Sichuan Peppercorn

If it’s the spice you like, sichuan peppercorn is used in most Chinese dishes. It is known as the “numbing spice” and causes that tingly feeling in your mouth. Use with caution!

The post 5 Condiments You Need In Your Cupboard If You Love Chinese Cuisine appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

If you’re going to treat yourself to the finest cuisine, one of the best places to do so is arguably in Paris. It’s the city of love, after all, so why not treat you and your partner to one of these surprisingly affordable Michelin Star eateries?

Les Fables de la Fontaine

The venue of Les Fables de la Fontaine is a spectacle in itself. Designed by Luis Aleluia, the wooden interior is the perfect setting to enjoy the sensational menu from Julia Sedefdjian. If you are a fan of seafood, this is our top recommendation.

Benoit

Benoit opened in 1912 and is the only Parisian bistro in the Michelin list. It is family-owned and boasts a menu of classic French dishes. The building itself is remarkable too.

La Table du 11

Finally, La Table du 11 offers a more intimate dining experience. It is run by
Jean-Baptiste Lavergne-Morazzani, who worked under Gordon Ramsey for a decade before launching his own restaurant.

The post 3 Affordable Michelin Star Restaurants In Paris appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.