Grubarazzi

This robust salad is filled with surprises. Toasted and crunchy crusted tofu, roasted yams, creamy macadamia nuts, and silky black rice is tossed together to create a unique burst of color and flavors. This recipe makes enough for a crowd so pull it out for that next BBQ. It is a great vegan dish to serve to those who won’t be partaking in the meat fête, but it also holds up well next to a hearty piece of fish, steak or grilled chicken. Forbidden Rice Salad with Coconut Crusted Tofu and Roasted Yams  Time in Kitchen: 60 minutes Servings : 10 Nutrition information per serving : 297 calories, 13 grams fat, 2 grams sugar, 40 carbohydrates, 12 grams protein Ingredients: 2 cups dry black rice 5 medium organic sweet potatoes, peeled and diced in to squares 16 oz. organic extra firm sprouted tofu, diced in to squares 1/4 cup organic finely shredded coconut, toasted ½ cup macadamia nuts, toasted and chopped ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped 1 tbsp. fresh cilantro, c...

I recently discovered a small Asian market hidden in plain sight just a stone’s throw away from my neighborhood. A normal person would be scared away from the industrial sized bags of MSG displayed at the entrance, but I have desperately searched for little stores like this since moving to Baltimore. I wandered in the aisles and found jewels throughout like vibrantly colored baby bok choy, fresh cilantro by the bushel, and black jasmine rice which intrigued me enough to bring home a barrel full.  I immediately started researching this rare ingredient and found that black rice (any variety) is loaded with some extremely powerful mojo. Black rice has more antioxidants in a spoonful than the infamous anthocyanin packed fruit, the blueberry. The flavor is slightly sweet and nutty while the texture is silky with a perfect bite like brown rice. Not only is it a beautiful base to display colorful ingredients but it is also wonderful for you.That is a "win win" in my ...