A healthier lifestyle is always a sought-after venture but when it comes to creating a balanced diet, it can take a bit of elbow grease before we find those delicious substitutes to make the journey that bit easier…
Luckily for you, we’ve done some of the hard work already! We’ve put together a list of some incredible meat-free options that work as great substitutions or additions to your diet.
Three, fuss-free, fantastic recipes that are easy to adapt to each season and steeped in the rich cultural history of their origin.
This gem of a recipe combines chunky potatoes, green beans and carrots together in a hearty tomato stew. Healthy, delicious, and easy to make, Yataklete is an Ethiopian favourite!
(Vegan) (Main Dish)
Level: Easy
Serves: 4 people
Total time (preparation and cooking): 45mins
Traditionally made with meat, this recipe is easily adaptable to be a rich, hearty and delicious meat-free option. Rachel Ama’s recipe is sentimental and full of flavour – a perfect weeknight choice.
(Vegan) (Main Dish)
Level: Easy
Serves: 4 people
Total time (preparation and cooking): 45mins
There’s nothing more comforting than a hot doughnut – but Luqaimat takes it to another level with hot syrup to match! A mouthful of doughy goodness from the Somali Kitchen that makes for a great night-in dessert and holds its own as a crowd-pleaser too!
(Vegan, Gluten-Free) (Dessert)
Level: Easy
Serves: 8-10 people
Total time (preparation and cooking): 1 hour
We hope you enjoy our selection of tasty recipes! Make sure you tweet us at @IslamicReliefUK with your own versions.
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