Longan, Mushroom and Cashew Lettuce Cups
Vegan | Serves 4 This light vegan dish uses longan in a savory mushroom filling rather than simply treating it as a dessert fruit. Crisp lettuce, earthy mushrooms, crunchy cashews and juicy longan create contrasting textures in every bite. Ingredients Filling – 1 cup (160 g) fresh longan flesh, peeled and seeded- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) neutral cooking oil- 12 oz (340 g) shiitake or cremini mushrooms, finely chopped- 1/2 cup (60 g) finely diced…
Thai Longan and Vegetable Coconut Curry
Vegan | Serves 4 This is designed to make longan the centerpiece of a completely plant-based main course. Some of the longan is blended into the curry for sweetness and body while additional pieces remain whole. Ingredients Curry – 1 1/2 cups (240 g) fresh longan flesh, peeled and seeded- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) neutral cooking oil- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced- 1 cup (100 g) broccoli florets-…