Homemade Cashew "Cheese"

Homemade Cashew "Cheese"

Recipe by Greg Perez from tasty.co

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Ingredients

12

12 servings

  • 2 cups raw cashew
  • 3 teaspoons sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 4 tablespoons nutritional yeast flakes
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 ½ cups water
  • 3 tablespoons agar-agar flakes

Instructions

  • In a blender, combine the cashews, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, and 1 cup (240 ml) of water. Blend for 1 minute, until very smooth.
  • In a small pot, bring the remaining water to a boil over medium heat.
  • Slowly add the agar-agar flakes while whisking continuously. Continue to whisk the mixture until thick, about 2 minutes.
  • Allow the mixture to cool until the steam evaporates, then add to the blender with the other ingredients.
  • Blend for 1 minute, until smooth.
  • Pour the mixture into a medium bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until thickened.
  • When ready to serve, invert the cashew cheese onto a plate. Slice or mash into cashew cheese spread and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutritional Facts

Per 12 servings

  • Calories: 93
  • Carbohydrate: 5g
  • Fat: 6g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Sugar: 0g

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