Prepare to revolutionize your comfort food game with a plant-based twist that'll make even the most dedicated meat-lovers do a double-take! This Hearty Vegan Beef and Dumplings recipe is not just a meal—it's a culinary adventure that proves vegan cooking can be incredibly satisfying, rich, and absolutely delicious. Imagine diving into a steaming bowl of tender vegetables, savory broth, and pillowy dumplings that'll warm your soul and tantalize your taste buds, all without a single animal product in sight!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 60 mins
Cuisine: Vegan
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cups mushrooms, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 cup plant-based milk
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables by dicing the onion, slicing carrots, chopping celery stalks, and chopping mushrooms into uniform pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add carrots and celery to the pot, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Incorporate chopped mushrooms and cook for another 3-4 minutes until they release their moisture and start to brown.
- Pour in vegetable broth, then add soy sauce, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- While the broth simmers, prepare the dumpling dough. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and baking powder. Gradually add plant-based milk, stirring until a soft, sticky dough forms.
- Using a spoon or small ice cream scoop, drop dumpling dough directly into the simmering broth. Ensure dumplings are evenly spaced.
- Cover the pot and let dumplings steam for 15-20 minutes. Do not lift the lid during cooking to ensure proper steaming.
- Check dumplings for doneness by inserting a toothpick - it should come out clean. The broth should have thickened slightly.
- Remove from heat and let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the dumplings to set and the flavors to meld.
- Serve hot, ladling the vegetable broth and dumplings into bowls. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Tips
- Uniform Vegetable Chopping: Ensure all your vegetables are cut to similar sizes for even cooking and a beautiful presentation.
- Mushroom Magic: Use a mix of mushroom varieties like shiitake and cremini to add depth and a meaty texture to your dish.
- Don't Peek While Steaming: Resist the urge to lift the lid while dumplings are cooking—this can prevent them from rising properly.
- Broth Boost: For extra flavor, consider using a rich, low-sodium vegetable broth or adding a splash of nutritional yeast for a deeper umami taste.
- Make-Ahead Friendly: This recipe can be prepared in advance and reheated, with flavors often improving overnight.
- Gluten-Free Option: Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend to make this recipe accessible to more dietary needs.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 223kcal
Carbohydrates: 39g
Protein: 6g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
