Making Vegan Passover Food With My Jewish Boyfriend
Recipe Overview
Overview
In this delightful vegan Passover recipe, traditional dishes are reimagined to cater to plant-based diets. The vegan brisket is crafted using jackfruit and mushrooms, creating a satisfying texture that closely resembles the classic dish. The addition of onion soup mix and a splash of red wine enhances the savory flavors, making it a comforting centerpiece for any Passover meal.
The matzo ball soup is a labor of love, with the matzo balls made using a clever combination of matzo meal and egg replacer. While the first attempts faced challenges, the final version turned out fluffy and delicious, embodying the nostalgic flavors of the holiday. The soup is enriched with aromatic vegetables and fresh dill, providing a warm and inviting bowl that is perfect for family gatherings.
Lastly, the charoset adds a sweet touch to the meal, combining apples, walnuts, and a hint of cinnamon. This dish not only serves as a delicious side but also carries deep cultural significance, reminding us of the history and traditions of Passover. Overall, this vegan Passover feast is a wonderful way to celebrate the holiday while enjoying the flavors of home.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Tip: The best place to find jackfruit is at an Asian market.
Gather ingredients for the brisket, including pre-shredded jackfruit, mushrooms, and Impossible meat.
Tip: Use just egg as a substitute for eggs in matzo ball mix, but be cautious as it may not work perfectly.
Sear the loaf of Impossible meat in a cast iron pan.
Slice and add white onions to the pan, scraping up the goodness from the Impossible meat.
Deglaze the pan with red wine.
Stir in a can of diced tomatoes.
Stir in an entire packet of Lipton onion soup mix.
Add a squirt of ketchup and a splash of apple cider vinegar.
Let the mixture cook for a minute or two.
Transfer the mixture to a 9x13 baking dish.
Add a cup of water to dilute the salty onion soup mix.
Prepare aromatic vegetables like celery, carrot, and garlic for the brisket.
Nestle the Impossible meat, mushrooms, and jackfruit in the baking dish.
Preheat the oven to 325°F.
Cover the baking dish with foil and place it in the oven.
Cook the brisket for over two hours.
Test the matzo ball mix with just egg.
Prepare the matzo ball recipe with matzo meal, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and melted vegan butter.
Form the mixture into balls using a one-inch cookie scoop.
Chop celery, onion, carrots, and garlic for the soup base.
Sauté celery and onion, then add carrots and minced garlic.
Add bouillon cubes and bay leaves to the sautéed vegetables.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer.
Add lemon juice and fresh dill before serving.
Tip: Cooking matzo balls separately in boiling water prevents the soup from becoming cloudy.
Tip: Adding baking powder to matzo ball mix can help make them fluffy.
Peel and dice apples, then mix with chopped walnuts, cinnamon, and wine.
Cover the haroset and refrigerate it.
Serve the brisket, matzo ball soup, and haroset.
Tip: For better flavor, add basting liquid ingredients into the meat mixture.
Tip: Dice onions small and caramelize them for added flavor in the meat.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Nuts
→ Substitution: Sunflower Seeds
Ingredient: Gluten
→ Substitution: Gluten-Free Matzo Meal
Nutrition
Skill Level
Frequently asked questions
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Charoset symbolizes the mortar used by Jewish slaves in Egypt.
- •Matzo ball soup traditionally includes carrots, celery, and dill.
- •Jackfruit is often used as a meat substitute due to its texture.
- •Oyster mushrooms can be used to mimic the texture of pulled meat.
