The Benefits of a Deeper Breath

We all know we need to breathe. We all know what happens if we don’t. The respiratory system consists of our airways (the nose, mouth, voice box, windpipe …

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So Simple Vegan Dan Dan Noodles

For one person: Ingredients Rice noodles – 1 serve TVP 1 – 2 tbs cooking oil 1/4 cup TVP 1/4 cup boiling hot water 1/2 tsp stock 1 …

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5 Minute Rich and Creamy Vegan Sour Cream

All it takes is a few minutes to blend 6 ingredients into a rich and creamy vegan sour cream. 1 cup cashews (soaked in hot water for at …

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One Bowl Raspberry Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Frosting

We had this amazing cake on sale at our Yoga Day Festival recently.  Needless to say it sold out very early in the day.  I should have made …

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Crispy Sesame Crusted Tofu

Ingredients • 1 block (450g) firm tofu rinsed and dried For the sesame marinade: • 1/3 cup soy sauce (gluten-free if preferred) • 2 tablespoon rice vinegar • …

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Amazingly Easy One Bowl Date Cake

200g soft butter ( I used nuttlex) 1 cup brown or coconut sugar 400mls milk (I used soy) 3 cups self-raising flour 2 teaspoons baking soda (bi-carb) 1 …

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Easy Vegan Baklava Rolls

For the rolls: 3 cups walnuts, almonds, pistacios, any nut of your choice. I actually like roasted almonds best and the good thing is you can buy them …

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Vegan Lemon Cake

This soft moist lemon cake needs nothing more.  It is so tasty! Ingredients 2 cups yoghurt (I used coconut yoghurt) 3 cups plain flour 2 cups icing sugar …

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Raw Gluten Free Vegan Turkish Delight Cake

This is a double mix which will fill a 25cm springform pan. This makes 16 large slices. You can freeze this cake for up to 3 months. Best …

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Quick and Easy One Pot Spaghetti Bolognese

This is a great recipe for a quick and easy mid week meal.  Tasty, nourishing and simple. INGREDIENTS 1 tbsp olive oil 1-2 garlic cloves , minced 1 …

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Cheesy Vegan Spanakopita

This healthy vegan spanakopita is so cheesy that your friends and family will never know it’s vegan.  I absolutely love dairy but I think this is the best …

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Quick and Easy No Fail Bryani Rice

This amazingly easy Bryan rice is a great dish to take to parties and barbecues, to whip up as a mid-week quick and easy meal, or to serve …

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Vegan Fish Sauce – Simple, Quick and Easy

Makes 550 mL 80 mL (half cup) tamari or soy sauce 3 tablespoons coconut sugar 2 teaspoon sea salt 2 teaspoons dried wakame (see tip) 1 tablespoon white …

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Super Moist Vegan Raspberry Cake

Ingredients 3.5 cups plain flour (may use half wholemeal, but I used all plain) 300g packet of rasberries 2 teaspoons bi-carb (baking soda) 2 cups sugar I used …

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Kitchari | Simple, Healthy, Delicious

Ingredients: 1 cup moong dal (wash and pick through for bad beans or stones) 1/2 cup basmati rice  1 tablespoon ghee 1 teaspoon ajwain seeds 1-2 teaspoons black …

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Quick & Easy Asian Hot Pot | One Pot Meal

Ingredients 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger (optional) 1 cup shallots, finely sliced 2 cups fresh shiitake mushrooms (you can use dried, just soak them …

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Easy Creamy Dhal | Simple and Easy to Prepare

1 cup moong dal 4 cups water 2 teaspoons grated ginger 1⁄2 teaspoon turmeric 1 tablespoon ghee 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon coriander powder  1/2 teaspoon asafetida …

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Pumpkin Spinach Tofu Cheat’s Curry

This is always my go-to recipe when I’m in a rush, tired or just being a little lazy.  You just can’t go wrong with it and everyone will …

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Vegan Aquafaba Chocolate Mousse

This rich and light mousse is so simple and easy to make and it’s healthy! You should get approximately 3/4 cup Aquafaba from each can of chickpeas.  You …

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Raw Vegan Snickers Slice

This is the bomb!  Tastes so much better than store bought snickers.  Healthy, rich, delicious and filling, I’ve never come across anyone who hasn’t raved. Ingredients Nougat Layer …

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Vegan Moroccan Bowl

What is Ras el Hanout? A direct translation of this from Arabic, according to Dr Google, means from the top shelf.  The north African spice souks apparently blended …

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Vegan Chickpea Tuna

Whip up this quick and easy recipe for a light summer meal as a salad bowl, use as a tasty sandwich filling or toast topping.  Anyway this is …

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Vegan Aquafaba Mayonnaise

This mayo is the bomb.  It is creamy, healthy, inexpensive and absolutely delicious.  It is our fav mayo at The Mantra Room and everyone wants the recipe so …

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Coffee Streusel Slice

This slice is a golden oldie, you know the type of slice grandma used to make.  Buttery, deliciousness that brings back wonderful memories of times with family enjoying …

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Zucchini Fritters with Herbed Yoghurt Dipping Sauce

This is one way to easily increase your veggie intake.  So delicious that you won’t stop at one and great for kids, they will absolutely love them.  Just …

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Quick and Easy Pizza Scrolls

Perfect for an easy work lunch, kid friendly, super versatile and fast to make! Ingredients: 2 cups SR flour or 2 cups plain flour mixed with 4 tsp …

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Vegan Walnut Pasta Sauce

Ingredients:  1/2 onion, diced 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 T olive oil 400g can crushed tomato 1/2 cup walnuts, crushed and toasted 1/2 T italian mixed herbs 1/4 …

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5 Minute Tofu Scramble

Ingredients (serves 2) 1/2 block firm tofu 1 T vegan butter or olive oil pinch asofoetida (hing) or a little garlic and green onions chopped 1/4 tsp turmeric 1/4 …

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Spinach Pumpkin Feta Rolls

Ingredients 500g pumpkin roughly cut into 3cm cubes (no skin) 1/4 onion 2 cloves garlic 250g frozen spinach 1 T olive oil + extra for pumpkin 200g feta cheese …

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Apple Cake with Vegan Options

This is one of the easiest cakes that you could possibly make.  Moist, not too sweet and healthy, it’s a great family treat that can be whipped up …

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Peanut Butter Fudge

Makes sure you make plenty or you’ll miss out! 3 cups full cream milk powder 1.5 cups peanut butter 10 teaspoons honey or maple 2 teaspoons vanilla Mix …

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Passion Fruit Slice with Vegan Option

I did a comparison between dairy condensed milk and coconut condensed milk.  Watch the video for the outcome, it’s pretty awesome. INGREDIENTS: Base 1/2 cup icing sugar 1 …

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Raw Vegan Peanut Butter Choc Chip Cookie Dough Bars

This is the bomb.  Rich, sweet, nutty and guilt-free.  A healthy alternative to store-bought sweets and much tastier. These cookie bars are very filling so you won’t need …

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Orange Poppyseed Cake

I’ve been making this poppyseed cake for decades and it never fails to get the thumbs up.  It is a huge cake so if you might want to …

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Vegan Chocolate Fudge Brownies

If you like your brownies super fudge with a nutty crunch, this is the recipe for you.  Rich, creamy and oh so delicious, you’ll definitely be back for …

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Vegan Sticky Date Pudding

Dates anyone?  If you are a date lover this is the dessert for you!  This pudding is rich, sweet and moorish.  However it is very filling, so you’ll …

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Peanut Butter Choc Chip Cookie Bars

Here is a delicious raw treat that you can whip up in no time and enjoy guilt free. Cookie Layer 1 1/3 cup peanut butter 1/2 cup melted …

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Raw Gluten Free Vegan Key Lime Pie

I often make this key lime pie for our programs at ASMY and the Mantra Room.  It would have to be one of the most popular desserts that …

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Golden Carrot Cake

This amazing carrot cake is in the Gold Coast Cook Book.  It is one of the most moist and delicious carrot cakes you will ever enjoy! Recipe: 3 …

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Gingerbread (Vegan)

This rich, tasty gingerbread is moist and oh so good.  We all know the nutritional value of molasses don’t we?   Unlike highly refined sugars, molasses contains significant …

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