Sunday, April 12, 2015

Whats Cooking? Vegan Fajitas!

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Dont forget the green lettuce for your fajitas!

Lime and Veggie Fajitas -- Epicurean Vegan
Fajita Seasoning


Ingredients:
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp fine ground sea salt
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp cumin
1 Tbs corn starch



From Epicurean Vegan
Directions:
Place all ingredients in a small container with a lid.  Place the lid on the container and shake to mix ingredients. The amount that this recipes makes is equivalent to one store-bought fajita seasoning packet.


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Fat Free Tortillas, Salsa and Vegan Faux Cheese Sauce recipes located at Nana's Top Recipes.


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Save even more calories and use lettuce wraps for your fajitas.

 Cumin Rice



1 cup long grain rice
2 cups water
1/4 tsp cumin powder
1 dash of cayenne pepper
1 tsp salt

Toast the rice in a non stick skillet for about 10 minutes to a golden brown. Add the other ingredients and cook over medium high heat, bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until cooked.


Want something different for your special fajita meal?

Easy Crock Pot Recipes  Black Bean and Corn Soup

Unfried Black Beans

Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked black beans
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 3/4 tsp salt (optional)
  • 1/8 to 1/4 cup water (only as needed)
  1. Put beans and spices in food processor. Process 15 to 20 seconds.
  2. Scrape down the sides as needed and process until beans are smooth, add water as needed.

How to Make A Basic Guacamole

Basic Guacamole Dip

4 medium ripened avocados
2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
Juice of 1 fresh lemon

Remove peel and seed pod from avocados. Add fresh lemon juice and mash the avocados with a fork. Add minced garlic and mix well. Serve with tortilla chips or whatever you fancy.

I hope you will try these recipes and make a special fajita meal. Its sure to bring a smile.