Big Vegan Flavor: Techniques and 150 Recipes to Master Vegan Cooking

Description Awards and Recognition Instant New York Times Bestseller.2025 James Beard Foundation Award Nominee.Named a Best Cookbook of 2024 by NPR, VegNews, and The Portland Press Herald. Why this book matters Big Vegan Flavor is a comprehensive vegan flavor guide with 150 recipes. It comes from Nisha Vora, the creator behind Rainbow Plant Life, who has over two million followers online. Her “flavor first” philosophy shapes every recipe. She focuses on making plant-based food taste incredible, without labels or limits. What you will learn Nisha teaches how to: • Bring the most out of every ingredient• Pair flavors with confidence• Create irresistible textures• Use marinades, umami-rich sauces and bold seasoning• Make vegetables exciting in many forms like roasted, braised or caramelized The plant-based world offers endless creativity. This book shows how to use that potential. Who this book is for This is for anyone who wants to feel confident in the kitchen.It works whether you cook vegan sometimes, or you already love plant-based food and want to go deeper. What is inside You will find: • More than 150 globally inspired recipes• Simple flavor boosters• Swaps for whatever you have on hand• Make-ahead ideas Each recipe teaches a small technique. For example, Miso Butter Seared King Oyster Scallops shows how to brine plants so they turn tender. Chai Spiced Custard Tart with Mango shows the impact of spices and balanced texture. You can also use Nisha’s base proteins, grains and sauces to create mix-and-match meals. This is a cookbook designed to build skills, spark creativity and unlock big flavor in every plant-based dish.