![]() Chop up 1/3 cup of red peppers and 1-2 Jalanos into very small pieces.(The only difference between the two versions is the tapioca starch and the method of adding it to the pot). The meltable version - is best for cheese that you can melt over nachos, and use in grilled cheese sandwiches, or quesadillas.The firm version - is best for slicing for eating plain or on crackers.(You can't have both, you must choose one or the other). You will also need to decide if you want a firm sliceable cheese or a softer cheese that will melt and stretch when heated. The higher the fat content of the liquid, the creamier your cheese will be. You will need a total of about 2 cups of liquid. I think that coconut milk has the best flavor and texture, but you can also use other plant-based milk with additional oil, or blended cashews.Only tapioca starch will let your cheese melt and stretch similarly to real cheese.įirst, decide what your base ingredient will be. ![]() *You can't use any other starch to get the same stretchy effect as tapioca starch. Anything less than the recommended amount will need high heat to melt, and anything more than the recommended amount will be too soft to grate or slice. I have tested and retested the amount of tapioca starch needed. Tapioca Starch - aka tapioca flour - to make the cheese able to melt and stretch.You can also use apple cider vinegar instead. Cayenne Pepper - for added spiciness if needed.Nutritional Yeast - for a cheesy flavor.You can also use Kapa carrageenaninstead of agar agar powder. (If you can not find the powder, you can use agar agar flakes, but you will need to triple the amount of flakes and use 6 tbsp in total). I get mine for a good price at my local Asian market or they also sell it at many natural foods stores. This is a vegan gelatine that comes in the form of a powder. Agar Agar Powder - to make the cheese firm.Water - to add the correct amount of moisture.If using other plant-based milk - you will need 1 3/4 cups of milk plus 1/3 cup of any neutral-flavored oil.If using cashews - you will need 1/3 cup cashew soaked and drained then blended with 1 3/4 cup water).(Coconut milk will give you the richest and creamiest texture). You can also use any other type of plant-based milk or cashew cream. Coconut Milk - a 13.5 oz can of coconut milk or coconut cream works best.Any neutral oil like canola or refined coconut oil will work. Red Bell Peppers - for flavor and color.(You can use green bell pepper for a more mild cheese). Jalapeno Peppers - for flavor and color.
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