Saturday, October 23, 2021

Instant Pot Beets

For texture preferences, lowest amount of time results in firm beets with a little crunch and longest amount of time results in soft beets with some chew.


Beet Circumference


Texture Preferences

Release 

5 inches

High pressure 11-15 minutes

Quick release 

5.5 inches

High pressure 14-18 minutes 

Quick release  

6 inches 

High pressure 17-21 minutes 

Quick release 

6.5 inches 

High pressure 18-23 minutes 

Quick release 

7 inches 

High pressure 20-25 minutes 

Quick release  

7.5 inches 

High pressure 24-28 minutes 

Quick release  

8 inches 

High pressure 27-31 minutes 

Quick release  

8.5 inches 

High pressure 30-34 minutes 

Quick release  

9 inches 

High pressure 32-36 minutes 

Quick release  


Monday, October 18, 2021

Roasted Broccoli & Tofu with Creamy Miso Dressing

Adapted from a recipe in Bon Appetit

Ingredients
½ lb. brussels sprouts
2 tsp. coriander seeds
2 small heads of broccoli (about 1 pound total), cut into large florets
1 14-oz. block firm tofu, drained well, torn into bite-size pieces
5 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 tsp. Aleppo-style pepper or other mild red pepper flakes
Kosher salt
⅓ c. green olives, pitted, coarsely chopped
¼ c. plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided
½ c. hemp seeds
2 tbsp. white miso
1 tbsp. almond butter
2 tsp. toasted sesame seeds, plus more for serving
Parsley leaves with tender stems, for serving

Directions
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Cut off stems from brussels sprouts; discard. Place outer leaves, along with broccoli and tofu into a large bowl and toss with 2 tablespoons of oil, add crushed coriander and pepper, and toss to combine; season with salt. Finely slice inner brussels sprout cores and transfer to a medium bowl. Coarsely grind coriander seeds in spice mill or with mortar and pestle.

Add broccoli and tofu mixture to baking sheet. Roast, tossing once halfway through, until broccoli is browned (even lightly charred in a few spots) and tender, 30–35 minutes. Let cool.

Meanwhile, add olives, 1 tablespoon of oil, and 1 tablespoon of  lemon juice to sliced brussels sprouts and toss to combine. Season with salt.

Purée hemp seeds, almond butter, miso, 2 teaspoons of sesame seeds, remaining 5 tablespoons of lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of oil, and ¼ cup water in a blender until smooth. Season with salt.

Spread some dressing on bowls or plates. Toss roasted vegetables with sliced brussels sprouts and arrange over dressing. Top with sesame seeds and parsley.

Serves 2.

Sunday, October 17, 2021

Kohlrabi Schnitzel

Ingredients
1 large kohlrabi
Frying oil

For the Egg Replacement: 
1/4 cup all-purpose flour 
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon paprika powder
1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Breading:
1/3 cup bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika powder
1 teaspoon crushed pumpkin seeds
1 teaspoon sesame seeds 

Directions 
Take any additional leaves off the kohlrabi and wash it. Cut the kohlrabi in 4-6 slices (about 1/3 inch). Peel off the outer layer with a veggie peeler. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the kohlrabi slices. Let them cook for about 10 minutes. They should start to get translucent in the center. Then drain, place them on paper towels to remove excess water and set aside to cool off.

In a bowl, mix the ingredients for the egg replacement. It should have an egg-like consistency, you might have to add more water or flour to achieve that.

In another bowl, combine the ingredients for the breading.

When the kohlrabi slices are cold enough to handle, dip them first in the egg replacement, then coat them in the breading.

In a large pan, heat the frying oil (the bottom should be covered with oil) and add in the breaded Kohlrabi Schnitzel. Fry them on medium-high heat for about 5 minutes per side. They should be golden and crispy on both sides.

After frying, put them on a paper towel to remove excess oil.

Spicy Quick Pickles

Ingredients
12 to 14 oz. Persian, kirby or English cucumbers, cut into chunks
4 serrano chiles, halved lengthwise 
3 scallions, cut into 2-inch lengths 
1 c. water 
1 c. distilled white vinegar 
2 tbsp. kosher salt 
1 tbsp. sugar 
1 tbsp. sambal oelek

Directions
Stuff the cucumbers, chiles and scallions into a 1-quart glass or plastic jar with a tight-fitting lid.
In another 1-quart jar, combine the water, vinegar, salt, sugar and sambal oelek. Close the jar and shake vigorously until the salt and sugar dissolve. Pour over the cucumbers, cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours (preferably overnight) or up to 1 month.

Note: These quick pickles call for thin-skinned cucumbers, such as Persian, kirby or English. You can also use thick-skinned cucumbers, partially peel them to allow the brine to permeate the cucumber.

Overnight Bread & Butter Pickles

Ingredients
4 to 6 pickling cucumbers
1 sweet onion
1/2 c. white sugar
1/2 c. brown sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
1/2 tsp. mustard seed
1/2 tsp. celery seed
1/2 tsp. turmeric
1 1/2 c. apple cider vinegar

Instructions
Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds and slice onions paper thin and place in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk together all remaining ingredients and pour over the cucumber/onion mixture. Mix to coat. Cover and place in the refrigerator overnight.

Store in air-tight container(s), keeping in the refrigerator for up to one month.

Sheet Pan Veggie Dinner with Miso Maple Lime Dressing

Quick weeknight meal from Vegan Richa

Ingredients
1 head of broccoli
1 c. cubed sweet potato
1.5 c. cooked chickpeas or 1-15 oz. can drained
1 c. tofu (pressed for 10 mins then cubed)
1/2 c. red or green bell pepper, sliced
2 tsp. oil
3/4 tsp. chipotle pepper powder
1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp. smoked or sweet paprika
3/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. onion powder
3/4 tsp. salt
Optional spices: dash of black pepper, cinnamon or 1/2 tsp. oregano
3 tbsp. sunflower seeds
3 cloves of garlic finely chopped

Miso Maple Lime Dressing:
1 tbsp. lime juice
1 tbsp. miso
1 tbsp. water
1.5 tbsp. maple syrup
A good pinch of salt and paprika or chipotle pepper
1 tsp. olive oil optional

Directions
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a large baking dish with parchment. Cube the veggies and tofu and add to bowl or directly to the baking dish. Add chickpeas or beans that you are using. Drizzle oil all over and toss.

Mix the spices and salt in a small bowl. Add the spice mix and toss to coat. You can prepare the veggies and store in Ziploc bag for a day or two at this point. Spread the veggies in the baking dish in one layer. Bake at 400 degrees for 25 minutes.

For the Dressing: 
Mix miso in lime + water until well combined. Add the rest of the ingredients and mix. (you can also use a small blender to mix the dressing). Taste and adjust flavor to preference with additional lime for tang or salt.

Sprinkle the sunflower seeds and garlic, spray oil on top of the garlic and seeds and bake for another 10 to 15 minutes until the veggies are done to preference and chickpeas are roasted.
Serve with drizzle of the miso maple dressing and some crunchy lettuce or greens if you wish or add to tacos with the dressing and avocado.

Serves 4.

1 serving = 430 calories

Zucchini Butter Spaghetti

Ingredients
1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, plus more for pasta water, and to taste
8 oz. spaghetti, cooked al dente
1 c. pasta water, reserved
1 lb. pound zucchini, trimmed and coarsely grated
6 tbsp. unsalted vegan butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes, or more to taste
1/2 c. grated vegan parmesan
Handful fresh basil leaves, cut into thin ribbons

Directions
Boil your spaghetti in well-salted water until it’s 1 minute shy of fully cooked. Before you drain it, reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water and set it aside.

Melt butter in your empty pan over medium-high heat and add the garlic, stirring it into the butter for one minute before adding the zucchini, salt, and red pepper. Cook the zucchini, stirring from time to time, for 13 to 15 minutes. It will first let off a puddle liquid, the liquid will cook off, and the zucchini will become soft and concentrated. If the zucchini begins to brown, reduce the heat slightly. Stir frequently for 2 more minutes, chopping it down into smaller bits with the edge of your spoon or spatula, until it reaches an almost spreadable consistency.

Pour in 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water and stir up anything stuck, then add drained pasta, and cook together for 2 minutes. Use tongs or two forks to pull up the zucchini butter sauce into the pasta strands, tossing frequently, and adding some or all of the remaining pasta water as needed to loosen. Toss in half of the parmesan and basil and mix, then transfer to a serving bowl. Finish with remaining parmesan and basil.

Serves 2 generously or 4 as a side.

Tofu with Soy-Butter Corn

Another winner from Bon Appetit. 

Ingredients
1-14-oz. package firm or extra-firm tofu, drained
3 lg. or 4 medium ears of corn, husked
1 tbsp. plus 1 tsp. vegetable oil
Kosher salt
8 scallions, thinly sliced on a diagonal
2 tbsp. mirin
3 tbsp. soy sauce; plus more for serving (optional)
2 tbsp. unsalted butter
½ c. torn basil leaves and/or cilantro leaves with tender stems
Toasted sesame seeds (for serving)
1 tsp. toasted sesame oil
Cooked white rice (for serving)

Directions
Press tofu for at least 15 minutes. 

Meanwhile, cut kernels from corn cobs. You should have about 3 cups kernels; if you have much more, save for another use. 

Slice tofu crosswise into 8–10 planks about ½" thick; pat dry. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Working in batches if needed, fry tofu in a single layer until golden brown all over, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and season lightly with salt.

Reduce heat to medium and add remaining 1 tsp. oil. Set a small handful of scallions aside for serving; add remaining scallions to skillet and cook, stirring often, until wilted and starting to brown, about 2 minutes. Add corn and cook, stirring, until kernels are well coated, about 2 minutes. Pour in mirin, 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, and 2 tablespoons of water and bring to a simmer. Nestle in tofu and cook until sauce reduces slightly, about 3 minutes. Swirl in butter and cook until sauce is glossy and coats tofu, about 2 minutes.

Set a few herbs aside for serving. Remove tofu mixture from heat and stir in remaining herbs. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and top with reserved scallions and herbs. Drizzle with sesame oil and more soy sauce if desired. Serve over rice.

Serves 2-3.

Corned Beet Reuben Sandwiches

Ingredients
1 ½ lbs. cooked peeled beets, very thinly sliced
1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 
2 tsp. ground coriander
2 tsp. mustard seeds
½ tsp. ground cinnamon
¼ tsp. ground allspice
3 tbsp. vegan mayonnaise 
2 tbsp. ketchup
1 tbsp. dill relish (or chopped pickles)
1 tsp. hot sauce
4 slices rye bread, toasted
¾ c. sauerkraut
4 oz. sliced Swiss cheese (to veganize, I used Chao)

Directions
Position rack in upper third of oven; preheat broiler to high.

Toss beets with oil, coriander, mustard seeds, cinnamon and allspice in a large bowl to coat. Combine mayonnaise, ketchup, relish and hot sauce in a small bowl.

Spread the sauce on one side of each slice of bread and place on a baking sheet. Top with the beets, sauerkraut and cheese.

Broil the sandwiches until the cheese is melted and starting to brown, about 5 minutes. Serve immediately.

Pasta with Sausage, Basil & Mustard

My veganized version of the popular recipe from Food & Wine

Ingredients
1 lb. penne, rigatoni or similar pasta 
1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 
8 hot Italian sausages, crumbled (I used 4 links of Beyond Meat's Hot Italian Sausage)
3/4 c. dry white wine
3/4 c. cashew cream
3 tbsp. grainy mustard
Pinch of crushed red pepper
1 c. thinly sliced basil

For the Cashew Cream: 
1 c. raw cashews
1 1/4 c. unsweetened plant milk (I used almond)

Directions
To make the cashew cream, soak a cup of raw cashews in hot water for 15 minutes, then blend with 1 1/4 cups of neutral plant milk in a high speed blender.

Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente; drain. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet. Add the sausage meat and brown over moderately high heat, about 5 minutes. Add the wine and simmer, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom, until reduced by half, about 5 minutes. Add the cream, mustard and crushed red pepper and simmer for 2 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat, add the pasta and basil and toss to coat. Serve at once.

Serves 4.

Chilled Tomato & Stone Fruit Gazpacho

Ingredients
2 lbs. beefsteak tomatoes (about 4), quartered
1 lg. English hothouse cucumber, peeled, seeded, cut into pieces
1 lg. ripe peach, peeled, halved
½ jalapeño, seeded (or with seeds for a spicier soup), chopped
½ garlic clove
1 c. fresh (or frozen, thawed) cherries (about 8 oz.), pitted
2 tbsp. (or more) white balsamic or Sherry vinegar
¼ c. extra-virgin olive oil plus more
1½ tsp. kosher salt plus more
Freshly ground black pepper
Flaky sea salt

Directions
Pulse tomatoes in a blender until finely chopped and transfer to a large bowl. Pulse cucumber, peach, jalapeño, garlic, and cherries in blender until finely chopped and add to bowl with tomatoes. Mix in vinegar, ¼ cup oil, 1½ tsp. kosher salt, and 1 cup cold water; season with pepper. Cover and let sit at room temperature 1 hour, or chill at least 12 hours.

Season soup with kosher salt, pepper, and more oil and vinegar, if desired. Serve soup drizzled with oil and seasoned with sea salt and pepper.

Soup can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and chill.

Serves 6.

Tomato-Peach Salad with Tofu Cream

From Bon Appetit

Ingredients
8 oz. silken tofu
4 tbsp. Sherry vinegar, divided
4 tbsp. olive oil, divided
2 tbsp. soy sauce, divided
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 medium heirloom tomatoes, cut into 1-inch wedges
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
2 medium peaches, cut into ½-inch wedges
½ small red onion, thinly sliced
½ c. fresh corn kernels (from 1 medium ear)
2 tbsp. chopped fresh tarragon
2 tbsp. chopped fresh chervil, plus sprigs for serving
3 slices thick grilled or toasted country-style bread, cut lengthwise into wide strips

Directions
Blend tofu, 2 tablespoons of vinegar, 1 tablespoon of oil, and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce in a blender until light and smooth; season tofu cream with salt. Do this up to a day ahead, cover & chill.

Whisk remaining 3 tablespoons of oil, 2 tablespoons of vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Add tomatoes, peaches, onion, corn, tarragon, and chopped chervil and toss to combine. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Swipe tofu cream on a platter and arrange tomato salad over; top with chervil sprigs. Serve with bread.

Serves 8 as a side.

Coconut-Creamed Corn & Grains

Ingredients
2 ears of corn, husked
1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
½ serrano chile or jalapeño, thinly sliced
1 ½" piece fresh ginger, peeled, sliced into matchsticks
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 scallion, thinly sliced, plus more for serving
¼ tsp. ground turmeric
½ c. cooked grains, such as freekeh, farro, or quinoa
½ c. unsweetened coconut milk, plus more for serving
Kosher salt
2 tbsp. store-bought crispy onions
Lime wedges, for serving

Directions
Cut kernels from corn; set aside. 

Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium until shimmering. Cook chile, ginger, garlic, and 1 sliced scallion, tossing, until softened and fragrant, 1–2 minutes. Add turmeric and cook, stirring frequently, just until darkened and fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add reserved corn and increase heat to medium-high. Cook, tossing occasionally, until corn is beginning to lightly brown, about 3 minutes. Add grains and cook, tossing often, until heated through and beginning to crisp around the edges, about 2 minutes. Add ½ cup coconut milk; season with salt. Bring to a simmer and cook, adding 1–2 Tbsp. water if needed to loosen, until flavors have melded, about 3 minutes.

Transfer corn mixture to a plate. Drizzle with more coconut milk, then top with crispy onions and sliced scallions. Serve with lime wedges alongside for squeezing over.

Serves 2. 

Sheet Pan Cheeseburger Veggies with Garlic Mayo Dressing

Vegan Richa calls this "Cheeseburger" because the flavors mimic those of a fast food burger. 

Ingredients

For the Veggies:
2 c. cubed sweet potatoes or squash
7 oz. firm tofu, pressed and cubed into 3/4 inch cubes
1-15 oz. can chickpeas
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 red onion, coarsely chopped
1/2 to 1 c. seasonal veggies of choice such as broccoli or cauliflower
3 to 4 tbsp. sunflower seeds

For the Cheeseburger Dressing:
1 tbsp. oil
2 tsp. soy sauce 
2 tsp. vegan Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp. paprika
1 tsp. thyme
1 tsp. oregano
3 tbsp. barbecue sauce
1 tsp. prepared mustard
2 tbsp. ketchup
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/4 tsp. onion powder
1/2 tsp. garlic powder

For the Garlic Mayo Dressing
1/3 c. vegan mayo
1 tsp. vinegar
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. ground mustard
1/4 tsp. salt

Directions
Chop all of your veggies. Line or grease a large baking dish. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. 

In a bowl, mix in all of the cheeseburger sauce ingredients until well combined. Reserve 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons of this mixture to use later to drizzle on top. Add the chopped veggies, and toss well to coat with the cheeseburger sauce mixture, until evenly coated. You can do this a day or two in advance. I like to put my veggies and the sauce into a Ziploc and toss occasionally. 

Drop this mixture into the prepared baking dish, and spread it out into a single layer. 

Bake at 400 degrees for 35-45 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender to preference, and everything else is starting to get gold and crisp. Sprinkle sunflower seeds on top in the last 5 to 10 mins of baking. 

To make your garlic mayo dressing, blend all the ingredients until well combined, taste and adjust flavor by adding more vinegar or salt.

Serve individual portions of the veggie tofu bean mixture, and drizzle the mayo on top. Thin out the reserved cheeseburger sauce with a tsp or two of water, and drizzle that as well. Top with some red pepper flakes, and fresh herbs of choice, and serve. You can also serve the tofu veggie mix over a bed of fresh lettuce!

Serves 4.

1 serving = 490 calories

Grilled Peach, Corn & Zucchini Quinoa Salad with Lemon-Basil Vinaigrette

Awesome summer salad from The Simple Veganista.

Ingredients
1 c. dried quinoa (or farro or wheatberries!)
1 3/4 c. water or vegetable broth
2 peaches (ripe but firm)
2 corn on the cob
2 medium zucchini
1 c. cherry tomatoes
1-15 oz. can chickpeas or 1 1/2 cup cooked, drained and rinsed (or try edamame!)
1/2 avocado
Small handful pepitas
Salt & fresh cracked pepper, to taste
Handful or two of baby arugula, to serve (optional)

Lemon-Basil Vinaigrette:
1/4 to 1/3 c. basil leaves, packed
3 to 4 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp. lemon juice (about 1 medium lemon)
2 to 3 tsp. apple cider vinegar
1 small clove garlic, chopped
Pinch of red pepper flakes
Good pinch of mineral salt

Directions
For the Quinoa:
In a medium saucepan, add quinoa and water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes. Once done, remove lid and let rest for 10 minutes, fluff with fork.

For the Vinaigrette:
Add all the ingredients to a small food processor and blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside to let the flavors come together. Taste again before mixing to adjust flavor. Keep in the refrigerator if making a day or two in advance.

For the Vegetables: 
If corn has husks, remove them and all the silk threads from underneath. Cut peaches along the seam all the way around and twist halves off the pit. Cut zucchini in half lengthwise. Add a light of oil to the cut side of the peaches and zucchini before placing on the grill. Start with the corn first, it will take the longest, about 10 minutes or so depending on your grill. Then add the zucchini and peaches cut side down. The last two should grill up fairly quickly, about 3 to 5 minutes.

Once done, remove the corn off the cob. Slice zucchini into 1/4 to 1/2 inch slices. Slice peaches into 1/8 to 1/4 inch slices. Slice tomatoes in half. Slice avocado in half, twist to separate halves, remove seed and slice thinly.

Add quinoa to a large mixing bowl, along with the peaches, corn, zucchini, tomatoes, chickpeas, avocado and pepitas, and toss to combine. Add the dressing and mix again. Add salt & fresh cracked pepper to taste. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Enjoy as is or with a handful of arugula.

Serves 4 generously.

1 serving = 458 calories

Roasted Eggplant & Tomato Pasta

Ingredients
1 3/4-lb. eggplant, cut into 1″ cubes
2 Italian peppers, halved and thinly sliced
4 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
Sea salt + freshly ground black pepper
12 oz. pasta
2 lbs. plum tomatoes, halved
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp. crushed red pepper
2 tbsp. capers, drained
2 tbsp. vegan butter
Vegan parmesan, freshly grated
Fresh basil leaves

Directions
Heat the oven to 450 degrees. Toss eggplant and peppers in oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 30-40 minutes.

Cook the pasta in salted, boiling water; stop just before it reaches al dente.

Using a box grater, grate the tomatoes over a skillet, stopping before grating the skin. Make sure to use a safety glove. Add the garlic, red pepper, and 1 tablespoon of oil to the pan and bring to a simmer. Cook until it is reduced by half, then season with salt.

Add the cooked pasta, capers, and butter to the pan with the tomatoes and bring to a simmer, tossing until the butter melts and the pasta finishes cooking. Remove from heat and add the roasted vegetables and cheese.

Top with a drizzle of oil and fresh basil.

Spiced Creamy Broccoli Soup

A hearty, healthy bowl of winter comfort from Vegan Richa

Ingredients
2 tsp. extra virgin olive oil
1/2 c. chopped onion
2 c. or more grated broccoli
1 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. onion powder
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/3 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. ground coriander
1/4 tsp. or more cayenne
2 tbsp. or more nutritional yeast
3/4 tsp. or more salt
3 tbsp. fresh basil, to taste
1/4 c. cashews soaked for 15 minutes or longer (1/3 cup for creamier)
2 c. or more unsweetened non-dairy milk 
Cayenne, for garnish

Directions
Heat oil in a saucepan over medium low heat. Add onions and a dash of salt and cook until mostly translucent, about 6 minutes. Add the shredded broccoli and spices. Mix and cook for 1 minute. Mix in the nutritional yeast and salt. I used some broccoli stems and some florets and processed them in a food processor to get about 2 cups grated broccoli.

Blend the cashews and basil with 1 cup of non-dairy milk until smooth. Blend a couple of times if the cashews were not soaked. Add to the saucepan. Add the rest of the non-dairy milk and mix in. Bring to a boil, about 5 minutes. If the soup starts to thicken too much or needs more liquid, add 1/4 to 1/2 cup or more water and mix in. Taste and adjust salt and spice.

Simmer for another 3 to 5 minutes or until desired consistency. Garnish with cayenne or red pepper flakes. 

Serves 2, as entrée.

1 serving = 325 calories

Sweet & Spicy Halloumi-Style Tofu Sandwich

A veganized recipe from The Spruce Eats.  

Ingredients
For the Roasted Squash:
1 small delicata squash, seeds removed and cut into rings
1 tbsp. olive oil
1 dash cinnamon
2 to 3 pinches salt
1 tbsp. agave or maple syrup
3 dashes cayenne pepper

For the Raspberry Harissa Jam:
1 tbsp. raspberry jam
1/2 tbsp. harissa paste

For the Brussels Sprouts Slaw:
1/2 c. Brussels sprouts, shredded
1 tbsp. parsley, chopped
1/4 tbsp. olive oil
1/4 tbsp. sherry vinegar
1/4 tbsp. agave or maple syrup
1/4 tbsp. mustard
1 lemon, juiced
1 pinch salt
1 pinch garlic powder

For the Sandwich:
2 slices rosemary sourdough bread
2 oz. tofu, sliced and seared until crispy
1 1/2 tbsp. raspberry harissa jam
1 tbsp. vegan mayonnaise

Directions
Toss delicata squash rings in olive oil, cinnamon, salt, agave or maple syrup, and cayenne pepper. Arrange evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes or until tender and beginning to caramelize.

For the Raspberry Harissa Jam:
Mix raspberry jam and harissa paste and set aside to meld. 

For the Brussels Slaw:
Place shredded sprouts in a large bowl. In a smaller bowl, whisk together olive oil, sherry, agave or maple syrup, mustard, lemon, salt, and garlic powder until combined. Add the wet mixture to the sprouts and stir to coat. Set aside.

For the Sandwich:
Toast your bread. Smear one side with mayo and top with Brussels sprouts slaw, the seared halloumi-style tofu, and the roasted squash. Smear the raspberry harissa jam onto the remaining piece of bread and place it on top. Serve immediately. 

Makes 4 sandwiches.