BLAQ CHICKS
Depending on dietary restrictions, racial heritage, and personal preferences, every home will have a different pantry.
Veganism doesn't mean having to give up tasty cuisine; rather, it means experimenting with new vegan recipes and coming up with inventive ways to prepare your favorite dishes using plant-based components.
Every item in the refrigerator and pantry is a component of a balanced, plant-based diet. The following is a list of items you might find in every vegan kitchen's refrigerator, cabinets, and pantry. Bring out your pens and see what you already have and take note what you don't have yet:
BEANS AND LEGUMES
Beans are regarded as a heart-healthy food, particularly if they are prepared without adding a lot of salt. They can be served as a side dish or on top of salads.
Chickpeas
Black beans
Kidney beans
Fava beans
Navy beans
Pinto beans
GRAINS
There is a wide variety of whole grains available for vegans. To ensure enough nutritional intake while being a vegan, healthy grains are a crucial component. Have two or more 100% whole grain bakery items on hand so you may make salads or fritters.
Amaranth
Barley
Basmati & Jasmine Rice
Wild Rice
Black Rice
Brown Rice
Buckwheat Groats,
Bulgar Wheat
Farro
Millet
Oats
Quinoa
Wheat Berries
DRIED FRUITS
Fresh fruit and dried fruit are both excellent vegan snacks. The fundamental distinction between the two is that since the water has been removed, dried fruits are more concentrated. In terms of blood sugar levels and type 2 diabetes, dried fruits have various health advantages. Additionally, their regular consumption might deliver the full advantages of several crucial nutrients.
apricots
coconut flakes – all sizes
cranberries – unsweetened or organic sweetened
currants
dates
goji berries
mango (unsulfured & unsweetened)
raisins
PASTA
Who doesn't love a classic pasta recipe? However, we all know that one of Pasta's main ingredients is EGG. and we don't want that! But don't frown yet, as Vegan pasta are now available on the market and vegan pasta turns out to be higher in protein and fiber.
Spelt Pasta
Brown Rice Pasta
Quinoa Pasta
Mung Bean Threads
Rice Noodles
100% Soba Noodles
FLOUR
However, most vegans steer clear of white flour since it contains potentially hazardous benzoyl peroxide or sodium benzoate, which is used as a bleaching agent. Some staunch vegan adherents view this flour as non-vegan. Hence, we've listed down our fave Vegan flour!
Whole Wheat Pastry Flour
Whole Wheat Flour
All-purpose Gluten free flour
Almond Flour
Buckwheat Flour
Chickpea Flour
Cornmeal
Oat Flour
Spelt flour
SPICES
In vegan or plant-based cookery, spices are an essential component. They serve as a flavor enhancer, enhancing the flavor and attractiveness of vegan foods.
Curry powder
Cumin
Cinnamon
Cayenne
Nutritional yeast, to add a cheesy taste
Sea salt
Kala Namak
Turmeric
Chili flakes
OILS
Oils can aid the body in absorbing nutrients that are soluble in fat. Plant-based oils are a potent, all-natural alternative to chemical-filled commercial oils and they are high in natural antioxidants and vitamins.
Avocado Oil
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Cold-Pressed Walnut Oil
Canola Oil
Sesame Oil
Heart of the Matter
Eating a plant-based diet is simple and economical since the majority of foods are readily available and moderately priced. It doesn't have to be expensive to create a vegan pantry, especially if you're just starting to attempt a vegan diet. You just need a few vegan pantry supplies to create a delicious vegan meal with a ton of nutritious value.
