• ARTISTIC VEGAN
    • Blog
    • Recipes
      • Appetizers and Sides
      • Drinks - Elixirs!
      • Bread
      • Breakfast >
        • Muffins
        • Bars
        • Oatmeal / Porridge
        • Pancakes & Waffles
        • Skillet & Baked
        • Smoothies & Smoothie Bowls
      • Condiments
      • Dessert >
        • Bars
        • Chocolate
        • Cookies
        • Frosting
        • Frozen Desserts
        • Pies & Cakes
      • Main Dishes >
        • Baked / Grilled
        • Beans / Legumes
        • Burgers/Wraps/Sandwiches
        • Healthy Grains
        • Mexican Food
        • Noodles/Pasta
      • Salad
      • Soup & Stew
      • En Français
    • Store
    • Cookbook
      • New Book
    • Videos
    • About
      • Disclosure
    • Contact
  • ​COOKBOOK​
  • PREMIUM
  • ​Recipes   COOKBOOK   PREMIUM

Let's Eat at Hare Krishna Vegan Restaurant in Monterrey, Mexico! Vamos!!

8/10/2021 0 Comments
 
Picture
I recently went to Monterrey, Mexico and while I was there, I thought it would be fun to see what kind of vegan food they had. It turns out they have a lot! I decided to try the Hare Krishna Vegan Restaurant as it had a vibe from India and felt more spiritual than commercial. 
Picture

CONTINUE
0 Comments

Creamy African Peanut Stew | Guisado de Cacahuate Africano Cremoso

9/6/2019 2 Comments
 
Creamy African Peanut Stew is unbeatable. The peanut butter addition is amazing, it creates a delicious flavor and amazing creaminess. I added "everything but my kitchen sink" as they say so feel free to use as much or as little of the vegetables and beans as you'd like and want in your soup.
Picture

CONTINUE
2 Comments

Vegan & GF Stromboli | Stromboli Vegano y Sin Gluten

8/23/2019 0 Comments
 
An explosion of flavors are layered together and wrapped tightly in dough then baked until golden brown. The aroma is amazing and the taste that much better. Get a slice of Stromboli.
Picture

CONTINUE
0 Comments

VEGAN Spin-off Taco Bell's Crunchwrap Supreme

4/12/2019 0 Comments
 
Picture
Sometimes you want a Crunchwrap Supreme. What's one to do? Veganize it! 7 Layers of flavors re-create a Taco Bell "classic".

CONTINUE
0 Comments

Sweet, Sour & Spicy Stir-Fry | Vegan, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free

10/3/2018 0 Comments
 
Loads of vegetables and marinated tofu are stir-fried in a savory sauce that is sweet, sour and spicy. 
Picture

CONTINUE
0 Comments

My Best Chili Recipe (Vegan, GF, Oil-Free)

9/6/2018 0 Comments
 
Picture
Southern Comfort at its finest. Chili with cornbread. It’s one of those great recipes you can throw in a pot, while it’s cooking make the cornbread and serve it hot. 

CONTINUE
0 Comments

Nopalitos! 3 Vegan Recipes in One: Vegan Enchiladas, Queso + Tomatillo Salsa or Salsa Verde

9/18/2017 4 Comments
 
Picture
You guys! This happened one late night when Gerald brought me a big batch of fresh nopales. At first they were nopales rellanos and then the morphed into these enchiladas or as Gerald loves to call them Nopalitos. 

CONTINUE
4 Comments

Meatless Sloppy Joes

4/4/2016 0 Comments
 
Picture
When I was growing up I used to LOVE sloppy joes. Each birthday my mom and dad would ask my sister and I what kind of special meal we'd like and I would say "sloppy joes" (and cheesecake!) My favorite was sloppy joes on a toasted onion bun with french fries. I know, real healthy. I loved biting into a sloppy joe and having it slide down my hand as I'd have to clean it up with a fry. The sloppier, the better. 
Picture
​It had been YEARS since I had a sloppy joe, in fact I have a hard time remembering the last time I had one. That is, until I made my own! As my birthday approached in March, I knew the perfect comfort meal that would bring me back. I made homemade ketchup and sloppy joe mix made thick with handmade sausages that were crumbled and fried until golden. It was all served on a homemade bun with oil-free steak fries. It met every sloppy joe desire and made me feel like I was at home again. I made it again tonight to double check the recipe and it's a winner! My husband loves this recipe: "Delicious honey!" This recipe is a craving-buster, comforting meal that makes you feel like mom made it, filling, hearty, husband-approved and totally vegan! I hope you love it as much as I do. From my heart and kitchen to yours! Love, Christa ​
Picture
Print Friendly and PDF
Makes 4 Sloppy Joes

Ingredients:

2 Vegan Italian Sausages Ground and browned 
1/3 Cup Chopped Onion 
1 Green Bell Chopped
1/2 Cup Green Chili Pepper Chopped
2 Garlic Cloves Minced
1 Tbsp Steak Seasoning (I used this recipe) 
2 tsp Dijon mustard
1 Tbsp Tamari Sauce (Soy for non-gluten-free)
1 Tbsp Agave
1 Cup Ketchup
3/4 Cup Freshly Chopped Tomatoes
1/2 Cup Filtered Water
4 Gluten-Free Buns (favorite or homemade)

Peaceful Preparation:
  1. Heat a non-stick or cast iron skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Once hot, add 1 + Tbsp Olive oil. ​Saute the homemade sausages, breaking them up as you cook them. Allow to cook until browned, I find it takes me 20+ minutes for a firm crumble. 
  2. One browned, add in the chopped onion, green bell pepper, green chili pepper, minced garlic and steak seasoning. Cook for 10 minutes, uncovered, stirring frequently.
  3. Reduce heat to simmer. Add mustard, ketchup, tamari or soy sauce, agave, ketchup, chopped tomato and water. Simmer for 30 minutes until nice and thick, stirring every 10 minutes.
  4. Toast the buns and top with the sloppy joe mixture. I find they are best served with oil-free french fries. Feel free to serve with salad for a lighter meal. 
Picture
0 Comments

Meatless Meal: Italian Sausage with Roasted Potatoes and Asparagus

2/29/2016 0 Comments
 
Homemade Italian Spiced Sausages are pan fried with onions and bell peppers served alongside mini roasted potatoes and asparagus for a bright and healthy meal this spring. We enjoyed this meal as a fine lunch yet it could also make a lovely dinner. What's nice is it is pretty easy to toss together, while the sausage, peppers and onions cook you can bake the potatoes and asparagus, then serve it all together steaming hot. 
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Serves 2 - Doubles Well

Ingredients:
  • 1/2 Bundle Asparagus
  • 6 Mini Red Potatoes Sliced in Half
  • 2 Vegan Italian Sausages like Tofurkey OR try my recipe. - Sliced in Rounds
  • 1/2 Yellow Bell Pepper - Diced
  • 1/2 Green Bell Pepper - Diced
  • 1/2 Small  Sweet Onion - Diced
  • 1/2 Jalapeno Diced (opt)
  • 1 Tbsp + 1 tsp Olive Oil 
  • Salt & Pepper to taste
Feel free to add garlic or favorites here

Peaceful Preparation:
  1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with baking paper or lightly grease. Place the potatoes in a small pot covered with water, bring to a boil and let cook for a minute or two, until a fork can gently pierce yet not break the potato.
  2. Transfer to the baking sheet, season as desired (salt, pepper, any seasonal herb). Bake for 15 minutes, remove from oven, flip, add asparagus toss in the 1 tsp of olive oil, salt and pepper and cook for another 15-20 minutes. 
  3. While baking, heat a cast iron skillet or favorite over medium heat. Once hot add 1 Tbsp olive oil or use coconut butter, vegan butter or even vegetable broth for oil-free. Sauté the onions and peppers for a few minutes.
  4. Add the sliced vegan sausage to the pan. Sauté for 5+ minutes each side until desired consistency. I like to take them a little longer to get a crisper exterior. Serve with the potatoes and asparagus for a complete meal.

Random Recipe of the Day - Oil-Free Pesto Pasta
Picture
0 Comments

Homemade Vegan Italian Spiced Sausages

2/12/2016 16 Comments
 
When I first transitioned to a vegan lifestyle I stumbled upon Tofurkey's Italian Sausages at at local Trader Joe's in southern California. Curious, I picked up a package and tried them out. A hint of spice, packed with flavor, the ability to cut into slices, fry in a log, in slices, crumble, bake...and it tasted way better than I hoped for. I was hooked. Every time I went to Trader Joe's or a health food store I'd pick up a package if they had them. 
Picture
When my husband and I traveled and wed in 2011, we lived in Arkansas for a spell. Way out in the country. It was a big deal to go to the health food store and buy some Tofurkey. Even if it was double the price than in CA, those little links brought comfort to our home. We've since traveled around a lot in our travel trailer and there are so many times that the magical Tofurkey links are not available. Tear. So many small towns along the way that have probably never even heard of the alternative sausage links. What is a girl to do? Make them. Roll up your sleeves and create something special. 
Picture
This recipe is SO worth it, I can't even tell you how much you and others will thank you. My husband perked up when he saw what I was up to. The intense flavor from the spice mix, garlic, beans, herbs, mushrooms and more make these a keeper. Thankfully they turned out better than I hoped for. The flavor and smell is unbeatable. I even put them to the test. I sliced them, I fried them as logs, in slices and crumbled as ground sausage. All worked better than hoped for, each time creating a delightful meal. 
Picture
Picture
Spices:
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp Paprika
  • 1/2 Tbsp Cayenne (less if desired)
  • 1/2 Tbsp Dried Sage
  • 1/2 Tbsp Dried Basil
  • 1/2 Tbsp Dried Oregano
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes (+/- as desired)
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/8 tsp All Spice

Ingredients:
  • 3 Cups Cannellini Beans (or Great White Northern)
  • 3 TBSP Tamari Sauce (Use Coconut Amino for Soy-free)
  • 2 TBSP Rice vinegar 
  • 1/2 Cup Diced Red Onion
  • 4 Cloves Garlic - Minced
  • 1 1/2 Heaping Cup Diced Mushrooms
  • 2 tsp Guar Gum
  • 1/3 Cup Corn Flour (Harina de Maiz)
  • 1/2 Cup Oats
  • 1 Tbsp Flax Meal with 1/4 Cup Warm Water; Mixed together and set aside.

Peaceful Preparation:
  1. Mix together all of the ingredients and spices in a large bowl until well combined. 
  2. Mash together the ingredients with a potato masher until very fine, mixed together and only a few small chunks of beans remain. 
  3. For best results, refrigerate overnight. Otherwise, proceed to steam. Divide into 8 sections. Take a piece of foil, line it with parchment paper, shape the vegan sausage into a sausage shape, roll it up and twist the ends. Complete until you have 8 sausages.
  4. Steam for 30 minutes, thicker sausages may have to steam longer to firm up. Allow to cool for 10+ minutes. The longer they cool, the easier they are to handle. I was able to carefully unwrap and use immediately. They are best when placed in the fridge for 4+ hours, they transform to firm sausages. When ready unwrap, enjoy steamed, baked, sliced, fried, crumbled or as your heart desires! 
NOW ON YOUTUBE
You may also like these other two sausage recipes:
Homemade Spiced Sausage

Homemade Vegan Sausage
Ways to Enjoy This Recipe:

Meatless Meal: Italian Spiced Sausage with Roasted Potatoes and Asparagus
Picture
Vegano Zuppa Toscana 
Picture
In a bun with onions and peppers! 
Picture
Mmm! This is made by Jack known as @gone2happyplace on Instagram.

He said: 
"omg these are great."? "..I used my pressure cooker to steam them for 10 minutes. I've eaten two and they came out perfect." 


He also said:

"Omg so versatile!! Made this Cuban dish called Picadillo that's tomatoey chili with raisins and green olive. I had made a simple chili and said...Hmm...Wonder if I crumbled in one of those sausages!! It did make the chili less runny for the meal but as a "meat" chili...Pretty darn good. :)"

He also used it as a meat sub in pitas, a "tasty protein source in a breakfast protein bowl I threw together, Shepherd's Pie, and sausage patties for breakfast topped with maple syrup and next to some pancakes. Total boss recipe!!! :). Freeze great btw in the foil and let thaw in advance of use."

WOW, great feedback!!! What are you waiting for? Lets get cookin'! :) 
Random Recipe of the day: World Fusion Tofu Scramble with House Fries
Picture
16 Comments
OLDER
    Picture
    Follow
    Picture

    Meet Christa

    Hi! Welcome to ArtisticVegan.com where you can find hundreds of vegan recipes. I love cooking, am a yoga teacher, structural integrator and so much more. It's my desire to help you find a healthy lifestyle. Thank you for being here!

    Find Yoga at ChristaJClark.com

    More about Christa
    Search Artistic Vegan 

    Current Reader Favorites
    Picture
    Homemade Vegan Italian Spiced Sausages
    Picture
    Vegan Chicken
    Picture
    Vegan Empanada Dough
    Picture
    Homemade Vegan Sausage 
    Soy & Gluten-Free

    Picture
    How to Make Vegan Rugelach
    (Nut Horn Cookies)
    FIND RECIPES
    Picture
    Picture
    Shop
    Shop
    Shop


    Best Food Blogs

    Top 15 Blog 2022

    Picture
    ​ ​
    FEATURES
    Picture
    Picture
    Picture
    The man who lights my fire!
    www.geraldclark77.com
    Picture
    Picture

    The Artistic Vegan Cookbook - eBook

    $9.99
    View Details
    Shop
    Shop
    Shop
    Picture

    Categories

    All
    30 Day Cleanse
    Appetizers / Sides
    Bars
    Beans
    Beverages
    Bread
    Breakfast
    Burgers
    Cake
    Condiments
    Cookies
    Chocolate
    Desserts
    Eating Out
    Frosting
    Frozen Desserts
    Gardening-mother-earth
    Gluten Free
    Main Dishes
    Meat Alternatives
    Most Popular
    Muffins
    Noodles / Pasta
    Oatmeal
    Omelettes
    Pancakes
    Pie
    Pizza
    Raw
    Rice Grains
    Rice-grains
    Salads
    Sandwich
    Sauces Dressings
    Sauces-dressings
    Seasonal
    Side
    Smoothies/Smoothie Bowls
    Snacks
    Soups
    Spreads
    Tacos
    Wellness
    Yoga

Theme by ROOMY THEMES

Search hundreds of recipes:

Join thousands of followers!

Remember that wherever your heart is, there you will find your treasure. - Paul Coehlo "The Alchemist"
© 2012-2019 artisticvegan.com
Theme by ROOMY THEMES

  • Blog
  • Recipes
    • Appetizers and Sides
    • Drinks - Elixirs!
    • Bread
    • Breakfast >
      • Muffins
      • Bars
      • Oatmeal / Porridge
      • Pancakes & Waffles
      • Skillet & Baked
      • Smoothies & Smoothie Bowls
    • Condiments
    • Dessert >
      • Bars
      • Chocolate
      • Cookies
      • Frosting
      • Frozen Desserts
      • Pies & Cakes
    • Main Dishes >
      • Baked / Grilled
      • Beans / Legumes
      • Burgers/Wraps/Sandwiches
      • Healthy Grains
      • Mexican Food
      • Noodles/Pasta
    • Salad
    • Soup & Stew
    • En Français
  • Store
  • Cookbook
    • New Book
  • Videos
  • About
    • Disclosure
  • Contact