
Why Vegan Cooks Swear by Kala Namak (aka Black Salt) for Adding Eggy Flavor Without Eggs
Most vegan egg replacements of yore did a good job mimicking eggs’ look and consistency but lacked the rich umami flavor that…

Tracye McQuirter Shares Her Best Vegan Travel Tips From a Year Abroad
Photo courtesy Tracye McQuirter Communicating our dietary preferences to restaurant staff can be challenging enough on our home turf, but when our…

Healthy Summer Mocktails—No Sugar Crash Required
Mocktails are having a major moment, and Forks Over Knives is raising a glass to the trend. The booze-free beverages are refreshing,…

Lemongrass 101: How to Prep, Store, and Use This Fragrant Herb
Lemongrass is a foundation flavor in Southeast Asian cuisines, lending a fragrant, citrusy component to everything from light, brothy soup to hearty…

The Plant-Based Cook’s Guide to Cashews
Is there anything cashews can’t do? Ever since some clever soul figured out how to soak the crescent-shaped nuts in water then…

How to Pack a Cooler So It Stays Cold
Whether you’re packing for a picnic in the park, a cross-country road trip, or a multiday camping adventure, knowing how to properly…

Instant Umami: Why You Should Be Cooking with Black Vinegar
Love Asian flavors? Then a bottle of Chinese black vinegar is a must-have in your pantry. The rice-based vinegar has the power…

Wondering What to Substitute for Eggs in Baking? Try These 8 Easy Swaps
Eggs play several roles in baking, from binding and adding moisture to creating lift and texture. Fortunately, a variety of plant-based ingredients…

Sweet, Chewy, and Nutrient-Packed: A Deep Dive into Dates
Lusciously chewy and caramel-sweet, dates definitely live up to their reputation as “nature’s candy.” But beyond just being a delicious snack, dates…

Why New Potatoes Are a Springtime Must-Have—Plus a Crispy Recipe to Try
If you’ve ever bitten into a perfectly tender, slightly sweet, and ultra-creamy potato, there’s a good chance it was a new potato….

What Is Community-Supported Agriculture? How to Join a CSA
The first time I heard about community-supported agriculture (CSA) was the year after I transitioned to eating a whole-food, plant-based diet. I’d…

How to Cook Soy Curls, a Surprisingly Healthy Meat Alternative
When I first heard about soy curls, I assumed they were ultra-processed like so many other meat substitutes. I finally read the…