A Merry Plant-based Christmas!
We know meat and fish and dairy isn’t for everyone and increasingly so, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have a Christmas meal full of flavour and quality! If you’re struggling for plant-based inspiration, or you’re dreading the thought of having to cater for someone who follows a plant-based diet, then look no further! Here’s our top menu suggestions for an animal free Christmas…
You seriously will not be able to tell the difference between meat-based pate and this plant-based lentil pate. It’s so quick and easy to make and will make the perfect L’entrée or Christmas party o’dourves.
Now don’t be put off by the name, this chestnut foie gras is 100% free of any animal product! Yet another great recipe for L’entrée’s or Christmas party o’dourves, plus a bit of a talking point too!
A festive plant-based butter replacement has arrived! Check out this chestnut butter recipe, perfect for thickening, stirring in and spreading (maybe not for frying). Hooray!
4. Chestnut and Mushroom Gravy
Who says you need a meat based stock to make a delicious, festive tasting gravy with this chestnut and mushroom recipe
5. Daube de beets with chestnuts
A Christmas festival on a plate! This Beetroot stew is a show stopper of reds and greens. Stewed with a vegan red wine, it’s a very special dish to serve up as a festive plant based main or as an accompaniment to a nut roast
6. Chestnut, Mushroom and Sage Roast
The ultimate turkey alternative! In this roast the chestnuts add an incredible dense “meaty” texture which goes so well with the crunchy nuts making it a plant-based showstopper!
Yes you heard us correctly, VEGAN CUSTARD! Pureed chestnuts are the ideal dairy replacement in dessert recipes. Now those on a plant-based diet needn’t miss out with this luxurious chestnut custard.
8. Fruity Christmas Castagnasccio
This recipe is a Christmas treat for all. From a traditional Italian recipe full of fruit, chestnuts and festive spices, perfect with a cup of coffee or an after-dinner treat.
