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The terms and defintions listed below come from 7 Minute Chef, a 100% vegan e-book by Mark Reinfeld and Bo Rinaldi and an upcoming book called Idiots Guide to Eating Raw. A purple berry of the Acai palm, native to the Amazon, boasting 30 times more antioxidants than red wine and high in essential fatty acids. The flavor is described as a mix between cocoa and berry. Found mainly in frozen, dried and freeze-dried forms. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw An excellent sweetener from the famed agave cactus. Composed mainly of fructose and glucose, it has a low glycemic index. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw The lily of the desert. Use sparingly in cleanses and drinks. Infinite healing properties including alleviating burns. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw The building blocks of proteins and the core component of biosynthesis. 20 standard amino acids exist. Eight of these are considered essential amino acids as the human body cannot synthesize them and they must come from food. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw Apple Cider Vinegar (raw and unfiltered) Made from apples, this highly acidic vinegar preserves many of its nutrients and is considered by many to have beneficial healing qualities. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw A sea vegetable high in calcium, protein, iron and other vitamins and minerals. It is delightful in salads and stir fries, once it is soaked a minimum of 10 minutes and drained well. 7 Minute Chef A powdered starch made from the root of the arrowroot plant. Used as a thickener in sauces, soups and desserts. Dissolve an equal amount of arrowroot with cold water before adding to mixture being thickened. 7 Minute Chef A sweetener that is roughly half as sweet as honey or sugar. Made from sprouted barley and has a nutty, caramel flavor. 7 Minute Chef Highly nutritious heirloom grain that has a nutty taste and chewy texture. To obtain more information on where to purchase this exotic grain, please visit our website. 7 Minute Chef Popular and flavorful herb used fresh or dried. A staple of Italian cuisine. The fresh leaves are used as the base in pesto sauces. There are quite a few varieties to choose from. Thai Basil is a wonderful addition to coconut curries and other Thai dishes. 7 Minute Chef A deep purple when cooked, black rice (sweet or forbidden variety) has a nutty taste and soft texture, and is high in iron and other nutrients. 7 Minute Chef A pungent herbal bouquet used when simmering foods. Includes thyme, tarragon and oregano. 7 Minute Chef A relatively neutral flavored sweetener that is roughly half as sweet as sugar or honey. It's made from fermented brown rice. 7 Minute Chef A triangular shaped seed often considered a grain. s not related to wheat and is entirely gluten free. It is high in rutin, a chemical good for strengthening capillary walls. The seed makes a great sprout, live granola or base to pizza crusts or other bread-like recipes. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw The seeds of the cacao tree which are the source of chocolate. Cacao is the nutrient-rich, antioxidant power food of the Aztecs, Incans and Mayans. It is most readily available in the form of nibs, small broken bits of the bean. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw A peppercorn-sized flower bud of a Mediterranean bush, it is usually sun dried and pickled in vinegar brine. Imparts a tangy, salty flavor to dishes. 7 Minute Chef Pod of the carob tree and native to the Mediterranean, carob grows well in tropical climates. A member of the legume family, it is relatively high in protein. Also referred to as St. Johns Bread or Honey Locust, it may be used as a wonderful alternative to cocoa powder. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw See sea salt. A staple of French cuisine as part of the 'Fine Herbes' blend. Used in light sauces and dressings. Has a fragrance like myrrh. 7 Minute Chef Also known as garbanzo beans, they are a great transition food. Great as sprouts, on salads, in hummus or falafel. 7 Minute Chef Best to add at end of preparing dish. Great with potatoes and in soups. One of the 'Fine Herbes' of French cuisine. Also try with marjoram, rosemary, mint and parsley. 7 Minute Chef A dark green single celled fresh water algae, chlorella is a great source of protein and an array of phytonutrients. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw Both the leaf and the seeds are used in Mexican, Indian and Thai cooking. Has a slight citrus flavor. Also referred to as coriander. The root is also used in Thai Cuisine. 7 Minute Chef The most stable of all oils, slow to oxidize and rarely goes rancid. While coconut oil does contain saturated fat, it is believed that it's in a form that is easy to assimilate and does not have the same adverse effect as the saturated fat in animal products. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw Literal translation "large root," this white Japanese radish is sweet, crisp and juicy. Delicious grated in salads and wraps. 7 Minute Chef This iron rich sea vegetable is a good source of vitamin B6 and B12, fluoride and potassium. The flakes make a great salt replacement. The strips make a wonderful snack. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw Dill has very aromatic leaves that are used fresh or dry. Use dry sparingly as it imparts a strong flavor. Seeds and flowers are also used. Common in European and North African cuisine. Try with cucumber, cabbage and with plant based creme sauces. 7 Minute Chef This iron rich sea vegetable is a good source of vitamin B6 and B12, fluoride and potassium. The flakes make a great salt replacement. The strips make a wonderful snack. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw Used extensively in French cuisine. Includes fresh parsley, chives, tarragon and chervil. May also include marjoram. 7 Minute Chef This small seed is packed with omega-3 fatty acids (EFAs) and other nutrients such as calcium, iron, niacin and omega-3 fatty acids. It can be ground and used in baking to replace eggs. Pressed into oil, it is great over salads. They make great live crackers when soaked, sprouted, mixed with veggies and spices, then dehydrated. 7 Minute Chef Also called the wolfberry, this little fruit is well known in Asia for its incredible nutrient content. High in antioxidants, this berry displays immunological, cardiovascular and anti-aging properties. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw These highly nutritious seeds are from the Cannabis sativa plant, perfectly legal and do not contain any psychoactive properties. Hemp seeds are a great source of protein and essential fatty acids. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw Another staple of French cuisine that typically contains dried thyme, rosemary, marjoram, basil, savory and bay leaf. May also include lavender flowers. Thyme usually imparts the dominant flavor of the mix. 7 Minute Chef A calcium-rich sea vegetable which is also high in iron and protein. Tastes great in salads, soups or sprinkled over entrees once soaked a minimum of 30 minutes and drained well. Hijiki adds a strong sea flavor to dishes. 7 Minute Chef Possibly the purest salt available, over 250 million years old and uncontaminated by toxins or pollutants. It contains all of the 84 elements naturally found in the body. Mined in the Himalayas by hand and carefully rinsed, it is also the least processed of all the salts. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw Brown algae that grows in large dense underwater forests, some 3 stories high, in cold clear waters. Growing as much as 2 feet per day, kelp is high in B vitamins, protein, iron, magnesium, zinc and is a perfect source of iodine. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw The quintessential seaweed, wide and flat, is a good source of calcium, iron, protein, and vitamins A, B1 and B2. We add it while cooking beans to bring out the flavor of the bean and increase digestibility. It is also popular soaked well and mixed with sea vegetables, salads, soups and stews. 7 Minute Chef Popular in Thai and Vietnamese cooking. Imparts a wonderful lemon flavor and has many positive nutritional benefits. 7 Minute Chef The bay leaf of Southeast Asia, the Kaffir lime leaf is added to stocks and soups and removed before serving. It is a must for hot and sour dishes. 7 Minute Chef Purified water that has been infused with the flavor of smoked wood. It adds a unique, smoky flavor to dishes. Only a small amount is necessary. 7 Minute Chef A plant native to the mountainous regions of South America, known to increase energy and endurance, this superfood has a high concentration of proteins and nutrients. Under research for hormone replacement therapy. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw Made from the sap of sugar maple trees, in today's collection process, maple syrup is put through reverse osmosis to remove much of its water content, it can then be boiled at lower temperatures than in the past, thus making the sugaring process more efficient. While no longer live, it is rich in minerals such as manganese and zinc and it contains fewer calories than honey. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw Has a slightly sweet, citrus flavor. Used in Italian cuisine and in the French Herbes de Provence mix. 7 Minute Chef A meal from ground up seeds and pods from the Mesquite Trees. High in protein and fiber, it helps stabilize blood sugar levels. Available in different flavors, mesquite meal is used as a spice and a flour. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw A sweet, Japanese rice cooking wine that many use as secret to add depth and a unique flavor to a variety of dishes. 7 Minute Chef A salty paste made by fermenting soybeans, grains and other beans. It varies in color from light varieties such as mellow miso, shiro miso or chickpea miso -- to the darker ones, such as brown rice, hatcho, red or barley. The lighter varieties are usually fermented for a shorter period, are more delicately flavored and sometimes sweet. The darker varieties are heavier and saltier. Miso is used in many recipes, including dips, dressings, sauces and spreads. The procedure for adding it to soups involves removing a small amount of broth from the soup, dissolving the miso paste into this broth and then returning the miso mixture to the soup after the miso is dissolved. Please do not boil miso. 7 Minute Chef 'Nama' means raw or unpasteurized, 'shoyu' is Japanese for soy sauce. Nama shoyu is an unpasteurized condiment that is made from cultured soy beans and wheat. When this is aged, a culturing process takes place that creates enzyme activity and beneficial organisms such as lactobacillus which is good for healthy intestinal flora. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw A tropical fruit that has been revered for thousands for years for its health giving qualities. Noni juice is a wonderful antioxidant tonic. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw A highly nutritious red algae that is shredded, dried and pressed like paper delivering calcium, iron and other vitamins and minerals. It is most commonly found wrapped around rice in a maki roll, sushi style. We love using it in our Live Food sushi and soups. Be sure to check packaging as most nori is toasted and often has soy sauce, sugar and salt added. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw A plant based culture consisting of up to 50% protein, very high in B vitamins, generally grown in petrie dishes on molasses. In cooking it is used to create a "cheesy" flavor and is wonderful as a topping for salads, popcorn and steamed vegetables. Please do not confuse with baking yeast. 7 Minute Chef Of the oils, flax and borage are our favorites. Many wish to avoid heating oils. If you do use oil in sauteing, we recommend coconut or Safflower. Extra-virgin olive oil may be used for lower temperature cooking. 7 Minute Chef Ranging in flavor from mild to strong, olive oil is considered raw generally when marked 'Extra Virgin cold pressed'. Sometimes even the cold processing is too hot for the oil to be considered raw. Olives are high in polyphenols which are super powerful antioxidants. When the olives are processed into oil, many of these nutrients are lost. The oil does contain Essential Fatty Acids. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw Oregano has a strong flavor and its leaf is used in Italian and Greek cuisines. The dry herb often imparts more flavor than the fresh. 7 Minute Chef Comes in two forms. Curly leaf is generally used as a garnish. Flat leaf or Italian parsley has a stronger flavor and is preferred for culinary purposes. Parsley is also used as a breath freshener. 7 Minute Chef A paper-thin sheet pastry dough. It may be shaped and baked to form a flaky crust for desserts and samosas. We recommend a spelt variety. 7 Minute Chef An ancient Incan grain power packed with complete protein, lysine and other amino acids. Also a great source of calcium, iron, phosphorus, a variety of B vitamins and vitamin E. This nutty grain is delicious. 7 Minute Chef
Rosemary has a strong flavor and is usually used sparingly. Its fresh thin leaves can be minced or can use the whole stems and remove at end of cooking process. The stem can also be used as a BBQ skewer for grilled veggies. 7 Minute Chef Saffron Picked by hand, s the most precious and expensive spice in the world. It imparts a bright orange-yellow color and fragrant, exotic aroma. Please use only the strands when following the recipes. 7 Minute Chef Use fresh leaves whenever possible. Part of the famous 'parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme' combination. The flowers of garden sage are edible and make a beautiful garnish. 7 Minute Chef Evaporated sea water, higher in minerals than commercially processed sea salt. Celtic salt is unrefined, with a high mineral content. This light grey salt is naturally harvested off the coast of France. It is the most highly regarded form of salt. Not all sea salts are created equal, so use the coarsest grind available for highest mineral content. 7 Minute Chef Seitan, originating in Ancient China, is sometimes referred to as "meat of wheat" or "Buddha food". It is basically a wheat gluten dough that has been cooked in a broth with different types of seasonings. Seitan can be used in recipes the same way the animal product would be used, with little or no adjustments to the recipe and is very high in protein. Seitan may be stored in the refrigerator for approximately one week when out of its packaging or it may be frozen for longer term storage. Seitan, originating in Ancient China, is sometimes referred to meat of Buddha . It is basically a wheat gluten dough that has been cooked in a broth with different types of seasonings. Seitan can be used in recipes the same way the animal product would be used, with little or no adjustments to the recipe and is very high in protein. Seitan may be stored in the refrigerator for approximately one week when out of its packaging or it may be frozen for longer term storage. 7 Minute Chef Japanese for soy sauce, we use nama shoyu because it is unpasteurized. Considered a live food, it is the "champagne of the soy sauces." 7 Minute Chef A popular soy-based milk with a nutty taste, this animal milk alternative is made using cooked soy beans. There are many brands and many different flavored soy milks with which you can experiment. 7 Minute Chef A highly nutritious and ancient grain that is in the wheat family and yet is generally tolerated by those with wheat allergies. It has a slightly nutty flavor and may be used to replace whole wheat flour in baked goods and pastas. 7 Minute Chef A freshwater, blue-green algae concentrated with proteins and nutrients like beta carotene and vitamin B. It is great in live pie fillings and crusts, smoothies, or sprinkled on salads. A true superfood. 7 Minute Chef Abbreviation for "Sugar Cane Naturaly". It is a granular sweetener that consists of evaporated sugar cane juice. It has approximately the same sweetness as sugar, but is much more nutritious. 7 Minute Chef The Jerusalem artichoke is the tuber of a plant from the sunflower family. It has a nutty, Earthy flavor, has many health benefits including a good source of inulin. It may be enjoyed grated raw in salads, steamed or roasted in cubes. 7 Minute Chef A member of the mint family originating in Paraguay, South America. Stevia is hundreds of times sweeter than sugar and has actually been shown to benefit tooth health. It contains vital nutrients such as calcium and phosphorus. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw The Jerusalem artichoke is the tuber of a plant from the sunflower family. It has a nutty, earthy flavor and many health benefits including a good source of inulin. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw A paste made from finely ground sesame seeds, used in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cooking. Imparts a creamy, buttery consistency to many dishes. The consistency of this product varies according to brand. A tremendous source of calcium, we use it for milks, sauces, dressings, soups and spreads. Try making yours fresh. 7 Minute Chef A traditional Japanese soy sauce made without wheat. See Shoyu. 7 Minute Chef A tropical fruit widely used in drinks and sauces. The pulp has a pleasing sweet and sour flavor, rich in B vitamins and calcium. Popular as a chutney in Indian cuisine, and in drinks. 7 Minute Chef Comes in Spanish and French varieties. Has a slightly sweet flavor. Its part of common blends such as Fine Herbes, Herbes de Provence, and Bouquet Garni. It's also used to flavor herbal white wine vinegar. 7 Minute Chef Tempeh is originally from Indonesia. It consists of soy beans fermented in a rice culture, then cooked. Many different varieties are created by mixing the soy bean with grains such as millet, wheat or rice together with sea vegetables and seasonings. Tempeh has a heavier texture than tofu. It usually has a mild, slightly fermented flavor. Its color is usually white with a few dark gray spots. As with tofu, it may replace the animal product in traditional meat based dishes. It needs to be thoroughly cooked either through steaming, sauteing, baking, grilling, etc. For storage, tempeh may be frozen or refrigerated. At the Lotus, we love tempeh burgers and stir fries. Some believe it is the best way to enjoy soy. 7 Minute Chef Textured Vegetable Protein (TVP) A soy-based product that adds a hearty texture to dishes such as chilies, sloppy Joes and casseroles. We consider this to be a transition food. Transition foods are products or ingredients that assist us in gravitating from less healthful foods to more optimal ones. They serve as bridge and would not necessarily be included as part of ones everyday diet. 7 Minute Chef A savory herb with small leaves that impart a strong flavor to dishes - used in Greek and African cuisine. Frequently used with tarragon and oregano as part of Bouquet Garni. Also used in Herbs de Provence. 7 Minute Chef Tofu, which is processed soy bean curd, has its origins in Ancient China. It is commercially sold in a number of different forms including extra firm, soft and silken. Each different form lends itself to a particular type of food preparation. The silken style may be blended and used to replace dairy products in puddings, frostings, dressings, creamy soups and sauces. The soft type may be used cubed in soups or pureed in sauces, spreads or dips. The firm style may be scrambled, grated in casseroles or cubed in stir fries. The extra firm style may be grilled or baked as cutlets, or it may be cubed and roasted. Extra firm tofu may also be steamed and used in steamed veggie dishes. Always make sure your tofu is as fresh as possible. 7 Minute Chef A Japanese plum that is salted, pickled and aged for many years. Imparts a tangy, salty flavor to many dishes. Great when used as a spread in Nori Rolls. 7 Minute Chef A beautiful green seaweed popular in Asia, used in soups, salads and noodle dishes. It is high in calcium, iodine, magnesium and iron. 7 Minute Chef A condiment traditional to Japanese cuisine. It is a ground root that is pungent, bright green and horseradish-like in flavor. When combined with water, it forms a pungent pasty condiment served with nori maki rolls. 7 Minute Chef The grass grown from the wheat berry that is generally pressed into juice. Wheatgrass juice is a nutritional powerhouse which revitalizes, detoxifies and cleanses the body. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw A tuber that is a distant relative of the sunflower. From the Andean region of South America, the syrup is used as a low calorie sweetener with a dark brown color. An acceptable sweetener for diabetics, it contains antioxidants and nutrients like potassium, vitamins B, C and E and omega fatty acids. Idiots Guide to Eating Raw |
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