Kalakeitto-Inspired Creamy Veggie Soup (No Fish)
Inspired by: Finnish salmon soup Base: Steamed potato, parsnip, and carrot Broth: Steamed cauliflower blended with celery and lemon for a creamy base Herbs: Fresh dill, chives, garlic
“Smørrebrød” Sweet Potato Rounds with Savory Toppings
Inspired by: Open-faced rye sandwiches Base: Thin baked sweet potato slices Toppings: Mashed beet with garlic and dill Sautéed mushrooms with parsley Shredded carrot with lemon and celery Optional Garnish: Dulse or raw onion slices
Nomadic Veg Stew with Wild Mushrooms
Inspired by: Campfire-style stews Veggies: Sweet potato, carrot, pumpkin, onion, tomato Mushrooms: Sautéed lion’s mane or shiitake Spices: Garlic, dill, black pepper, parsley Serve with: A side of raw greens or chopped cabbage
Central Asian Market Bowl
Inspired by: Salads and veg sides from bazaars Components: Steamed beet slices with lemon Tomato-cucumber-onion salad Roasted squash cubes with cumin Dulse flakes or sautéed mushrooms for protein-like flavor
Beshbarmak-Inspired Steamed Veg Plate
Inspired by: Beshbarmak (meat + noodles + onion sauce) Base: Steamed sweet potato medallions or cauliflower ribbons Topping: Caramelized onion + mushroom with garlic and lemon Side: Raw beet salad with dill
Shorpo-Inspired Brothy Veggie Soup
Inspired by: Shorpo (meat & veg broth) Soup Base: Potato, carrot, onion, tomato, and celery Seasoned with: Bay leaf, garlic, turmeric, and black pepper Garnish: Chopped parsley and lemon
Manti-Inspired Stuffed Veggie Rolls
Inspired by: Manti (dumplings) Wrapper: Steamed cabbage or chard leaves Filling: Mashed pumpkin, garlic, mushroom, onion, parsley Sauce: Light tomato-garlic reduction with lemon
Dimlama-Inspired Root Vegetable Bake
Inspired by: Dimlama (layered stew) Ingredients: Layered sweet potato, carrot, squash, tomato, garlic, onion Bake or steam slowly with herbs like thyme, dill, and parsley Serve with: Chopped raw cabbage or cucumber salad on the…
Lagman-Inspired Veggie Noodle Bowl
Inspired by: Lagman “Noodles”: Zucchini or carrot ribbons Soup: Stewed tomato, garlic, bell pepper, onion, sweet potato, and mushroom in broth Spices: Black pepper, dill, bay leaf, and coriander
Sweet Potato “Plov” with Carrot & Onion
Inspired by: Plov / Pilaf Base: Steamed sweet potato cubes Toppings: Carrot ribbons, sautéed onion (dry or steamed), garlic, parsley, cumin Optional: Add shredded zucchini or dulse for texture and flavor