Kikherne Mac & Cheese Vegan
Kikherne Mac & Cheese Vegan It's a delicious variation on a classic dish, which uses chickpeas as the main ingredient in a thick, protein-rich sauce. Chewy macaroons combined with a soft, savory sauce with a distinctive cheese aroma, plus fresh green vegetables, all 100% plant-based with no animal products at all. This dish is very special because besides providing a comfortable and delicious taste like the original version, it also provides a much more complete nutritional intake; High in fiber, plant-based protein and antioxidants, it's perfect for a filling and healthy lunch or dinner.
Shared by Lea
Time
45 min
Serves
3
Difficulty
easy
🛒 Ingredients
- #the main ingredient:
- 250 grams of macaroon in any shape
- 200 grams of soft boiled chickpeas (you can use drained canned chickpeas)
- 100 grams of fresh spinach/small broccoli, steep briefly
- One carrot, cut into small pieces, boiled until soft
- 350 ml plain vegetable milk/vegetable boiled water
- #sauce and seasoning ingredients:
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- One tablespoon nutritional yeast (for natural cheese flavor)
- Dissolve one tablespoon of cornstarch in a little water
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika powder
- One teaspoon of lime juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- One tablespoon of olive oil
- #additional ingredients:
- Breadcrumbs/ grated vegetable cheese for sprinkling
- Fresh parsley leaves
👩🍳 Instructions
- 1
Boil the macaroni until it is cooked and chewy, drain and set aside.
- 2
Blend chickpeas, boiled carrots, garlic, vegetable milk and all spices in a blender until completely smooth and thick.
- 3
Heat oil in a frying pan, pour in the sauce mixture, cook over low heat while stirring. Add the cornstarch solution, stir continuously until the sauce thickens and becomes smooth.
- 4
Add the macaroon and green vegetables to the sauce, stir gently until well mixed and absorbed.
- 5
Transfer to a heatproof dish, sprinkle with breadcrumbs or plant-based cheese, and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, until golden brown.
- 6
Serve warm. Your delicious meal is ready to be enjoyed!