- Ingredients and Equipment Needed
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Recipes for Different Types of Vegan Cheese
Ingredients and Equipment Needed
To make delicious and easy vegan cheese at home, you will need ingredients such as cashews, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. You will also need a blender or food processor, cheesecloth, and a saucepan.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Soak cashews in water for a few hours or overnight.
2. Drain the cashews and add them to a blender or food processor along with nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
3. Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy.
4. Transfer the mixture to a saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens.
5. Once thickened, remove from heat and let it cool.
6. Place a cheesecloth over a bowl and pour the mixture onto the cheesecloth.
7. Gather the edges of the cheesecloth and twist to form a ball, then refrigerate for a few hours to set.
Recipes for Different Types of Vegan Cheese
- Vegan Cashew Cheese: Made with soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, and seasonings.
- Vegan Almond Cheese: Made with blanched almonds, nutritional yeast, garlic, and onion powder.
- Vegan Coconut Cheese: Made with coconut milk, agar agar, and seasonings.
By following these simple steps and trying out different recipes, you can easily make delicious and versatile vegan cheese at home.