Transform your storecupboard essentials into vibrant meals with Katy Beskow’s creative vegan pantry recipes
After indulging in festive feasts, it’s time to embrace the refreshing simplicity of plant-based meals. Whether you’re a committed vegan or a flexitarian looking for lighter dishes, Katy Beskow’s Vegan Pantry has you covered. These recipes make creative use of vegan pantry staples, transforming everyday ingredients into comforting and flavour-packed meals.
1. Waffle-Topped Baked Bean Pie
This playful twist on a classic pie combines a smoky, spiced bean filling with crispy potato waffles for an effortless family dinner.
Ingredients:
Sunflower oil, onion, red bell pepper, canned tomatoes, baked beans, BBQ sauce, and frozen potato waffles.
Method:
Sauté veggies with spices, add beans and tomatoes, then bake with a waffle topping for 25 minutes.
Tip: Hash brown waffles make an excellent topping alternative!
2. Gochujang Sticky No-Meatballs
Packed with black beans, oats, and walnuts, these no-meatballs are coated in a spicy-sweet gochujang glaze.
Ingredients:
Black beans, walnuts, oats, orange marmalade, gochujang sauce, sesame seeds, and fresh coriander.
Method:
Blend the no-meatball ingredients, shape into balls, fry until golden, and coat with a sticky glaze.
Tip: Gochujang sauce adds a rich, umami kick—look for it in Korean stores or your local supermarket.
Embed from Getty Images3. Sweet Potato Peanut Stew
A hearty stew combining the creaminess of peanut butter with the warming spices of cumin, turmeric, and cinnamon.
Ingredients:
Sweet potatoes, canned tomatoes, peanut butter, kale, and pantry spices.
Method:
Simmer sweet potatoes with spices and tomatoes, stir in peanut butter, and finish with kale for a vibrant touch.
Tip: Add kidney beans for extra protein and a budget-friendly boost.
These recipes not only help you tackle post-holiday cravings but also make meal prep a breeze with ingredients you likely already have. Whether it’s a quick weeknight dinner or a satisfying bowl of comfort, Vegan Pantry inspires creativity in plant-based cooking.
