Celeriac-Mustard Cream
Inspired by: Scandinavian and British celeriac purées Flavor: Mild, earthy, creamy, tangy Ingredients: Steamed celeriac, lemon juice, ground mustard seed, garlic Use for: Veggie fritters (grain-free), squash, wraps
Lingonberry Drizzle (No Sweeteners)
Inspired by: Classic Swedish lingonberry sauce Flavor: Tart, berry-bright Ingredients: Mashed fresh or dried lingonberries (or cranberries), lemon juice Use for: Root vegetables, beet patties, baked squash Note: No sugar or thickeners like in commercial…
Horseradish-Apple Sauce (No Vinegar, No Sugar)
Inspired by: Nordic root relishes Flavor: Sharp, slightly sweet Ingredients: Fresh grated horseradish, green apple, lemon juice Use for: Roasted vegetables, wild mushroom skewers, wraps
Lemon-Dill Cream (No Dairy, No Oil)
Inspired by: Scandinavian dill sauces often used on fish Flavor: Tangy, herby, creamy Ingredients: Steamed cauliflower or raw zucchini, lemon juice, dill, garlic, sea salt Use for: Wraps, root veggies, raw or cooked greens
Shiitake Mushroom Umami Paste
Inspired by: Foraged mountain flavors Flavor: Earthy, rich, savory Ingredients: Rehydrated shiitake, garlic, lemon juice, cumin Use for: Topping for veggie dumplings (if grain-free), roasted roots, mushroom patties
Cabbage-Herb Relish
Inspired by: Pickled or fresh cabbage sides in Kyrgyz and Kazakh meals Flavor: Crunchy, zesty Ingredients: Finely shredded cabbage, garlic, dill, lemon juice Use for: Cold plates, wraps, root veggie dishes Note: No vinegar; citrus…
Coriander-Lemon Dressing
Inspired by: Regional love for fresh herbs Flavor: Bright, citrusy, slightly peppery Ingredients: Ground coriander seed, lemon juice, parsley, garlic Use for: Lettuce or cabbage wraps, marinated mushrooms, warm veggie salad
Dried Fruit-Onion Chutney (No Vinegar or Sugar)
Inspired by: Central Asian sweet-savory chutneys served with plov Flavor: Tangy, slightly sweet Ingredients: Chopped Medjool dates or dried apricot, onion, lemon juice, cinnamon Use for: Roasted squash, sweet potato, raw collard wraps
Beet-Garlic Purée
Inspired by: Rural mountain region beet dips Flavor: Sweet, savory, earthy Ingredients: Roasted or raw beet, garlic, lemon juice, black pepper Use for: Wraps, squash, cabbage rolls
Raw Herb-Mint Chutney
Inspired by: Pamiri and Kyrgyz mountain herbs Flavor: Fresh, cooling, herbal Ingredients: Cilantro, mint, green chili, lemon juice, garlic Use for: Raw veggie dip, dressing, salad enhancer