Parasol mushrooms

Parasol mushrooms

Parasol mushrooms are making their presence known in abundance this season, standing tall and graceful like umbrellas popping up in fields and forests. Their delicate, nutty flavor makes them a versatile ingredient in a range of dishes. As they appear now, it’s almost as if 

Erdäpfelpuffer (vegan)

Erdäpfelpuffer (vegan)

Erdäpfelpuffer, often simply called “Puffer,” are a beloved Austrian dish made from grated potatoes mixed with flour and traditionally egg, then fried until golden brown and crispy at the edges. This simple yet delicious dish is a staple on many family tables in Austria, celebrated 

Vegane Frittatensuppe (vegan Austrian pancake soup)

Vegane Frittatensuppe (vegan Austrian pancake soup)

The Frittatensuppe is one of my favorite pancake leftover dishes after a nice Pancake Sunday. While I was slicing the pancakes today, I remembered vividly how my grand auntie Anni shined with her ability to cut them to perfection, finely and preserving the intactness of 

Our Sunday Pancakes

Our Sunday Pancakes

It’s Sunday again – Pancake day ☀️ It’s one of those days where we use to switch roles in the house. I for my part can watch my husband move happily through the kitchen, hear him click and clack with pots and racks, while I 

Nusspalatschinken, vegan (vegan austrian nut crêpes)

Nusspalatschinken, vegan (vegan austrian nut crêpes)

As our culinary journey through Austrian cuisine comes to a delightful close, we’re ending on a sweet note with a vegan twist on a classic favorite: Nusspalatschinken. Throughout this week, we’ve explored traditional dishes like Marillenknödeln, Fleischlaberln and Brettljausn, all reimagined with plant-based ingredients. Today, 

Sterz Omelett (vegan polenta omelett with seasonal vegetables, gluten-free)

Sterz Omelett (vegan polenta omelett with seasonal vegetables, gluten-free)

On day 6 of our Austrian cuisine made vegan week, I am presenting you a creation that derives from a spontaneous team-work in our house. While enjoying our Rahmsuppe mit Türken Sterz, my husband mentioned that the Sterz would look like scrambled eggs. And this 

Vegane Rahmsuppe mit Türken Sterz (Vegan Cream Soup with Polenta)

Vegane Rahmsuppe mit Türken Sterz (Vegan Cream Soup with Polenta)

On day 5 of our Austrian Vegan Food Week, I am happy to introduce you to the simplicity of my grandmother’s lifetime. She made this soup with so much dedication. Boiled vegetables of the season – mostly root vegetables in winter and some freshly picked 

Apfel-Kräuter-Schmalz (Apple and Herbs Schmalz)

Apfel-Kräuter-Schmalz (Apple and Herbs Schmalz)

This delicious spread refers to a traditional Austrian spread called “Grammelschmalz”. Grammelschmalz, also known as greaves lard or crackling lard, is a traditional Austrian spread made from rendered pork fat (lard) combined with crispy pork cracklings (greaves). This vegan version is not only a true 

Erdäpfel-Gurken-Salat (Potato Cucumber Salad Austrian style)

Erdäpfel-Gurken-Salat (Potato Cucumber Salad Austrian style)

This Potato-Cucumber-Salad Austrian style was a healthy classic on our family’s (meat)loaded barbecue table. The salad is fresh, healthy and super simple to prepare. And it has the inherit nature to be vegan. Welcome on day 4 of our Austrian Cuisine (veganized) Week.

Vegane Brettljausn

Vegane Brettljausn

Welcome to day 3, Austrian cuisine plant-based. Austria’s culinary heritage is rich with hearty, flavorful dishes that have been passed down through generations. One of the most beloved traditions is the Brettljausn, a rustic and satisfying platter typically enjoyed in cozy mountain huts and Styrian 

Proteinlaberln mit Erdäpfel-Mayo-Salat (Protein Patties with Potato Mayonnaise Salad)

Proteinlaberln mit Erdäpfel-Mayo-Salat (Protein Patties with Potato Mayonnaise Salad)

Welcome to day 2 of the Love Being Served Austrian week! Today, we are going to prepare a dish that is inspired by a traditional Austrian meat dish called Fleischlaberln, a sort of minced meat patties. My mother often served them with mashed potatoes or 

Vegane Marillenknödeln mit Apfelkompott (Vegan Austrian Apricot Dumplings with Apple Compot)

Vegane Marillenknödeln mit Apfelkompott (Vegan Austrian Apricot Dumplings with Apple Compot)

Welcome to the inaugural post of my experimental week on Austrian cuisine, the cuisine that I grew up with and have enjoyed so many days in my life. I am thrilled to share my favorite Austrian recipes – either recipes that are per se vegan,