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The term vegetarian generally refers to people who do not consume animal products such as meat, fish or poultry. Among the vegetarians few use egg and its products while others consume dairy products. Veganism is a type of vegetarian diet that excludes meat, eggs, dairy products and all other animal-derived ingredients. Most Vegans also avoid foods that are processed using animal products, such as refined white sugar. To make your transformation successful in becoming vegetarian or vegan, you can use certain techniques.

Try to replace meat in your diet with vegetable substitutes and experiment with new products available at food stores. For example if you want to stop using dairy products, soy milk is a better alternative. Also try out different recipes by changing the seasonings or the spices used. Seek out vegetarian or vegan food recipes from other countries through internet and books.

Though the list of vegetarian or vegan foods are plenty, the following items have been selected for their fabulous taste as well as their versatility and convenience in cooking.

Tofu and its recipes - Tofu is a rather colorless and tasteless on its own but it is one of the best quality vegetarian or vegan foods. It absorbs the flavors and spices used in cooking making it a very tasty product. Tofu is a versatile food with which you can prepare a variety of dishes - from savory entrees to creamy sauces and sweet vegan desserts. It's an excellent source of protein for vegetarians.

List of great vegetarian or vegan tofu based meals is given below

• Broccoli and Tofu in Garlic Sauce
• Tofu and Green Onion Veggie Burgers
• Sweet and Sour Tofu with Vegetables
• Tofu and Spinach Lasagna
• Easy Sesame Ginger Baked Tofu
• Cornmeal Breaded Tofu
• Tofu and Artichoke Lasagna
• Thai Coconut Tofu
• Tofu and Cashew Fried Rice
• Vegetarian Spring Rolls with Tofu
• Quick and Easy Breaded Tofu Nuggets
• Tofu and Coconut Curry Recipe
• Indian Spinach and Tofu

 

Seitan

It is made from wheat and is known as wheat meat, or gluten and is a popular meat substitute for vegetarians and vegans.

Vegetarian and Vegan Seitan Recipes

Vegetarian Crockpot Chow Mein with Seitan

This Chinese chow mein recipe with seitan is a vegetarian crock pot recipe that you can prepare in the morning and leave in the crock pot all day.

Chinese-style Stir Fry with Seitan and Hoisin Sauce

Using hoisin sauce is a great way to quickly add flavor to a simple stir-fry. This recipe uses seitan, broccoli and bell peppers.

Crock pot Seitan Stew

If you like a traditional meat and potatoes stew, try this vegetarian version with seitan. Though the flavor is the same, it is lower in fat and is cholesterol-free.

Vegetarian Grilled Seitan with Curry

A vegetarian and vegan barbecue recipe, perfect for your summer or holiday cookout. This seitan recipe has a strong curry flavor.

Vegan recipes avoid using honey, eggs, powdered bone or any food of animal origin. Even gelatin is avoided in vegan diets since it is made from the bones, skins and tendons of animals. Use of milk chocolate is not allowed, but dark chocolate can be used on the list of vegan meals as long as eggs or butter haven't been added. You can consume lots of nut, bean, grain, fruit and vegetable.

There are more foods made with vegetable-based ingredients that mimic the textures and flavors of foods made with diary products. For example, the vegan cheese and the usual cheese taste the same. Try to freeze bananas and mash them up to make a substitute for ice cream.

Because more and more people are switching to a vegetarian or vegan diet, these foods can be easily found in any supermarket.

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