Best 2 Vegan Spicy Cashew Crema Recipes

VEGAN CASHEW CREAM DESSERT

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Serve this raw-vegan cashew cream with fresh or dried fruit or berries. I could eat the whole bowl by myself!

Provided by Rita

Categories Everyday Cooking Vegan Desserts

Time 2h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 cup cashews
cold water to cover
1 cup coconut milk
4 tablespoons agave syrup, or to taste
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon rose water
2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds, or to taste

Steps:

Cover cashews with cold water in a bowl and soak for 2 to 3 hours or overnight. Drain.
Combine cashews, coconut milk, agave syrup, vanilla extract, and rose water in a blender; blend until smooth. Pour into a bowl and garnish with pomegranate seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Carbohydrate 30.1 g, Fat 27.9 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 13.8 g, Sodium 228.6 mg, Sugar 18 g

VEGAN SPICY CASHEW CREMA

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This vegan cream sauce has a wonderfully spicy and tangy taste that goes well with any Mexican dish!

Provided by Diana71

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes

Time 2h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 cup raw cashews
filtered water as needed
½ cup water
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
½ teaspoon garlic salt
¼ teaspoon ground red chile pepper
¼ teaspoon ground paprika
¼ cup water

Steps:

Place cashews in a bowl and pour enough filtered water on top to cover cashews completely. Soak for 2 hours to overnight.
Drain and rinse cashews and place into the bowl of a food processor. Add 1/2 cup water, lime juice, vinegar, garlic salt, chile pepper, and paprika. Blend for 1 minute. Add 1/4 cup water if necessary, for desired consistency. Blend until smooth, 3 to 4 minutes. Taste and adjust for flavor.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 450.9 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

Tips

To make the cashew crema extra smooth, soak the cashews in hot water for at least 30 minutes before blending.
If you don't have a high-powered blender, you can soak the cashews overnight in the refrigerator.
Add more or less water to the crema to achieve the desired consistency.
For a spicier crema, add more cayenne pepper to taste.
The crema can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Conclusion

This vegan spicy cashew crema is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It's perfect for tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and even as a salad dressing. The crema is also a great source of healthy fats and protein. So next time you're looking for a delicious and healthy sauce, give this vegan spicy cashew crema a try!