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Vegan Bistek Tagalog (Filipino Beefsteak)

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This vegan Bistek Tagalog or Beefsteak is a delicious plant-based twist on the popular Filipino dish. (Imitation) beef is simmered with a generous amount of onions in savory soy sauce and zesty lemon juice, then cooked down until juicy and tender. Serve with rice for a delicious and hearty meal that everyone is sure to love!

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Vegan Filipino Beefsteak

bistek Tagalog (Filipino  Beefsteak)

Growing up, Bistek Tagalog, or Filipino Beefsteak was one of my favorite dishes! In my opinion, it’s very similar to Chick’n Adobo – it’s savory from the soy sauce, with a zesty kick from the fresh citrus (usually calamansi) juice. It’s so simple, but somehow so complex. Not only is it delicious, but the memories behind this dish are quite special … I mean, it’s basically my entire childhood! And to be honest, I never thought I’d be able to enjoy it again after switching to a vegan diet (thank goodness I was totally wrong!).

Grab a drink and let’s get to cookin’ the best vegan Bistek Tagalog!

Vegan Filipino Beefsteak

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Vegan Mongolian Beef

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This vegan Mongolian Beef is the perfect quick and easy recipe that the whole family is sure to love! Seasoned imitation beef slices are stir-fried with a delectable sweet and savory sauce until juicy and tender. Serve over rice or chewy noodles for a restaurant-worthy meal!

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Vegan Mongolian Beef

mongolian beef

If you’re looking for a flavorful and easy restaurant-worthy meal that you can make in the comfort of your own home, look no further! This vegan Mongolian Beef hits all the spots of this delicious take-out dish:

✔️Savory

✔️Sweet

✔️Packed with flavor

Grab a drink and let’s get to making the best Vegan Mongolian Beef!

Vegan Mongolian Beef

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Chick’n Wonton Tacos (Applebee’s Copycat)

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These Chick’n Wonton Tacos are the perfect vegan copycat of the popular appetizer at Applebee’s! Crispy baked wontons are filled with juicy seasoned chick’n, topped with tangy slaw, and served with sweet chili sauce make for a fun and unique appetizer that is always a crowd pleaser!

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Vegan Chicken Wonton Tacos

chick’n wonton tacos

These Chick’n Wonton Tacos are part of my Veganized Restaurant Remake Series, where I take popular restaurant recipes and veganize them!

While I’ve never personally had the Chicken Wonton Tacos from Applebee’s, I got an unusually high amount of requests for this recipe from y’all on Instagram! And now that I’ve made them (several times at this point), I can see why they’re so popular! They’re fun, easy, and super flavorful!

Grab a drink and let’s make the best Applebee’s copycat vegan Chick’n Wonton Tacos!

Vegan Chicken Wonton Tacos

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Creamy Zucchini Pasta

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This Creamy Zucchini Pasta is sure to be your new favorite zucchini recipe – and a great way to use up your yearly surplus of summertime squash! Quick, easy, and cost-effective, this recipe checks all the boxes for the perfect meal!

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Vegan Creamy Zucchini Pasta

Creamy Zucchini Pasta

If you came to this recipe expecting zoodles, I’m sad to say you’re going to be greatly disappointed because this is quite the opposite.

On the other hand, if you landed here hoping for carb-y goodness drowning in a creamy sauce, then you came to the right place, and I’m happy to repost this pasta is all of that and more!

Grab a drink and let’s get to cooking the best Creamy Zucchini Pasta!

Creamy Vegan Zucchini Pasta

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Bang Bang Tofu Lettuce Wraps

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Coated in a sweet and spicy sauce and topped with zesty slaw, these crispy tofu bang bang lettuce wraps are a delicious and refreshing summertime staple!

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Vegan bang Bang Lettuce Wraps

bang bang tofu lettuce wraps

Quick, refreshing, and delicious are the only things I want to describe any of my summertime meals – and these Bang Bang Tofu Lettuce Wraps are all of those! Tofu is fried to golden perfection then tossed in a zesty bang bang sauce (made popular by Bonefish Grill’s Bang Bang Shrimp), then served on crispy lettuce cups with tangy slaw, fresh cilantro and toasted sesame seeds … need I say more?

Grab a drink and let’s get to making the best Bang Bang Tofu Lettuce Wraps!

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Black Pepper Tofu (Panda Express Copycat)

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Inspired by the Black Pepper Chicken at Panda Express, this vegan version features tofu that’s pan fried until perfectly crisp, then tossed in the most addicting peppery and savory sauce. It’s easy to make at home, requiring just a handful of ingredients and less than 30 minutes! Pair it with white rice and you have a meal that’s better than any fast-food takeout!

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Vegan Black Pepper Tofu

black pepper tofu

This vegan Black Pepper Tofu recipe is part of my Veganized Restaurant Remake Series, where I take popular restaurant recipes and veganize them!

Do y’all remember the Black Pepper Chicken from Panda Express? It used to be my favorite! It was peppery and savory, and just so delicious. And even though they no longer offer it at Panda, I’m happy to report that you can make it in the comfort of your own home with minimal ingredients and in less time than it takes to drive and pick up takeout. a win-win!

Grab a drink and let’s get to cookin’ the best Black Pepper Tofu!

Vegan Black Pepper Tofu

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No Cook Noodle Salad

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Tossed with colorful crunchy veggies and tangy dressing, this refreshing no cook noodle salad is the perfect summertime dish! The best part? It comes together in just 15 minutes!

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No Cook Vermicelli Noodle Salad

no cook vermicelli noodle salad

I am all about no-cook meals – especially during summer – and this asian-inspired vermicelli salad checks all the boxes! It’s colorful, fresh, easy to make, minimal ingredients, and bursting with flavor! Did I mention it’s no cook? Or that it only require 15 minutes of your time?! Seriously, I can’t think of a better summertime dish!

Grab a drink a drink and let’s get to  making the best no-cook noodle salad!

No Cook Vermicelli Noodle Salad

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Taco Stuffed Peppers

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These Taco Stuffed Peppers are a colorful, easy-to-make recipe that everyone is sure to love! Sweet bell peppers are stuffed with seasoned ground ‘beef’, beans, rice, roasted corn, and creamy vegan cheese, then baked until hot and melty. This simple 30-minute dish is perfect for any night of the week!

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Vegan Taco Stuffed Peppers

taco stuffed peppers

If you’re looking for an easy and delicious weeknight meal, add these Taco Stuffed Peppers to your arsenal of “Weeknight Recipe” ideas. Bell peppers are stuffed with seasoned ground ‘beef’, hearty beans & rice, and roasted corn – then loaded with creamy vegan cheese, baked to melty perfection and topped with all the classic taco favorites!

Grab a drink and let’s get to cookin’ the easiest and tastiest taco stuffed peppers!

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Vegan Beef and Broccoli Noodles

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If ‘Beef’ and Broccoli is your go-to when ordering takeout, then you’re going to LOVE these Vegan Beef and Broccoli Noodles! Chewy Chow Mein noodles are tossed in the most delicious savory sauce with stir fried broccoli and tender, marinated ‘beef’ strips, making for a meal of slurpable goodness!

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Vegan Beef and Broccoli Noodles

beef and broccoli

According to Made with Lau, Beef and Broccoli is said to have originated from the Chinese dish called “Gai Lan Chao Niu Rou”, also known as Chinese Broccoli Fried Beef. Because early Chinese immigrants could not find Gai Lan – the Chinese variation of broccoli in the US – the broccoli that we know today became an easy substitute, and is now used the widely noted dish that we know as Beef and Broccoli. It’s believed that the first versions of the dish were prepared by Chinese immigrants who had settled in San Francisco sometime after the 1920’s when broccoli was introduced by immigrants from Italy.

While beef and broccoli is widely popular in the US, it’s highly unlikely you’ll find it on menus in China – this dish is American Chinese, much like Crab Rangoon and the Chinese Chicken Salad. But just because this is a westernized recipe, doesn’t mean it isn’t delicious! In fact, Beef and Broccoli is a beloved American Takeout Favorite for a reason!

Grab a drink and let’s get to cookin’ the best Vegan Beef and Broccoli Noodles!

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Fried Green Beans (TGI Friday’s Copycat)

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These fried green beans with cucumber-wasabi ranch are sure to make all your snacking dreams come true! Fresh green beans are coated in seasoned breadcrumbs, fried to golden, crispy perfection, and sprinkled with vegan parmesan while still hot out of the fryer! Serve with cucumber-wasabi ranch for a fun appetizer that everyone is sure to love!

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Vegan Fried Green Beans

TGI Friday’s Green Bean Fries

Welcome back to anther Veganized Restaurant Remake Recipe! These copycat TGI Friday’s fried green beans, or green bean fries, used to be a favorite of mine! And apparently y’all love them, too, because when I asked you on Instagram which restaurant recipe I should veganize next, an overwhelming amount of ya’ll requested these green beans 🙂

Grab a drink and let’s get to making the best copycat fried green beans with cucumber-wasabi ranch!

Vegan Fried Green Beans

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