Vegan Brandade

Vegan Brandade is a plant-based twist on the classic French seafood dish, featuring creamy chickpeas and a blend of seaweed for a savory, ocean-inspired flavor. This dish is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a comforting meal at home.

Ingredients

• Canned chickpeas - 400 grams, drained and rinsed
• Nori sheets - 2 sheets, torn into small pieces
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Potato - 200 grams, peeled and diced
• Vegetable broth - 100 ml
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped for garnish

Steps

1. In a medium pot, boil the diced potato in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the drained chickpeas, torn nori, cooked potato, vegetable broth, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, salt, and black pepper to the skillet.
4. Using a potato masher or fork, mash the mixture until creamy but still slightly chunky, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
6. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley, and enjoy with crusty bread or over toasted baguette slices.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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