Featured Soul Food Recipes
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Southern comfort classics reimagined - hearty greens, creamy mac, and all the love
Soul food has deep roots in African American culinary traditions, celebrating community, comfort, and resourceful cooking. Many classic soul food dishes are naturally plant-based or easily adapted - think collard greens, black-eyed peas, cornbread, and candied yams. Modern vegan soul food preserves the heart and flavor of these traditions while creating healthier, cruelty-free versions that would make any Southern grandmother proud.
Soul food is meant to warm your heart and fill your belly - vegan versions deliver the same satisfaction.
Collards, mustard greens, and kale are soul food staples packed with vitamins and minerals.
Black-eyed peas, butter beans, and red beans have always been soul food's plant protein stars.
Smoked paprika, liquid smoke, onion and garlic powder, and umami-rich ingredients like soy sauce or miso replace the smokiness of traditional ham hocks.
Low and slow is the key. Cook collards for at least 45 minutes with plenty of vegetable broth, vinegar, and seasoning. The potlikker (broth) should be as good as the greens.
Stock up on smoked paprika, cayenne, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and dried thyme. A good hot sauce is essential - Louisiana-style is traditional.
Use a hot, well-seasoned cast iron skillet for crispy edges. Buttermilk can be replaced with plant milk plus a tablespoon of vinegar. Some like it sweet, some don't - you do you.
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