Tag: vegan
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Coconut Tapioca Pudding
Coconut tapioca pudding is one of those desserts that quietly does a lot of work. When small tapioca pearls are fully cooked, they soften and suspend in the pudding rather than floating to the top or clumping at the bottom. The starch released during cooking thickens the coconut milk naturally, creating a cohesive texture that…
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White Miso Ginger Soup Sipper
Liquidized (IDDSI Level 3) Smooth foods that pour easily and require no chewing, but are moderately thicker than regular liquids. Living on sweet drinks gets tiring fast. Even when they’re nutritionally complete, repeated sweetness can dull appetite and make eating feel like a chore. Savory options like this white miso ginger soup sipper are often…
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Dal Garden Curry
Pureed (IDDSI Level 4) Completely smooth foods/extremely thick liquids with no lumps that hold their shape on a spoon and don’t require chewing. Dal is more than just a dish, it’s an embodiment of home and comfort for many across South Asia. It’s a dish that has been passed down through generations, with each family…
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Miso-Glazed Eggplant
Minced & Moist (IDDSI Level 5) Soft foods that are finely chopped and held together with moisture so they don’t crumble or fall apart. Nasu Dengaku is a popular dish in Japanese cuisine that highlights the versatility of eggplant. The miso glaze, made with a combination of miso paste, mirin, and sugar, caramelizes beautifully under…
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Coconut Curry Lentils
Minced & Moist (IDDSI Level 5) Soft foods that are finely chopped and held together with moisture so they don’t crumble or fall apart. Lentils have been a staple in many cuisines worldwide, cherished for their versatility and nutritional benefits. This minced and moist coconut curry version takes inspiration from South Asian flavors, blending spices…
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Nice Cream
Pureed (IDDSI Level 4) Completely smooth foods/extremely thick liquids with no lumps that hold their shape on a spoon and don’t require chewing. This Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Nice Cream is a deliciously creamy, dairy-free treat made with frozen bananas, rich cocoa powder, and peanut butter. It’s naturally sweet, packed with flavor, and takes only…
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Black Forest Yule Log Cake
Minced & Moist (IDDSI Level 5) Soft foods that are finely chopped and held together with moisture so they don’t crumble or fall apart. This Black Forest-inspired Yule Log brings the classic flavors of chocolate, cherries, and cream into a dessert that’s not only festive but also adaptable for those with texture-modified dietary needs. This…
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Baba Ghanoush
Pureed (IDDSI Level 4) Completely smooth foods/extremely thick liquids with no lumps that hold their shape on a spoon and don’t require chewing. Baba ghanoush is a creamy, smoky, and savory Middle Eastern dip made from roasted eggplant, tahini, and lemon. For those following IDDSI guidelines, this recipe is modified to suit various texture levels,…