Dairy-Free Hermelin
Indulge in the creamy, tangy flavors of *Dairy-Free Hermelin,* a plant-based twist on the traditional Czech marinated cheese. This vegan delight is crafted from soaked cashews blended with nutritional yeast, garlic, and lemon juice to create a rich and velvety "cheese." After achieving the perfect texture, the cheese rounds are infused in a savory marinade of olive oil, white wine vinegar, aromatic spices, and fresh herbs like bay leaves and crushed garlic. The result is a deliciously flavorful, herbaceous cheese alternative that’s perfect for pairing with crusty bread, fresh vegetables, or a glass of white wine. This recipe is ideal for those seeking a dairy-free, crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s bursting with bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes (plus marinating time), it’s a must-try for vegan cheese lovers and curious foodies alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw cashews
- 0.5 cup water
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup white wine vinegar
- 2 pieces bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon peppercorns
- 1 medium sliced onions
- 3 pieces crushed garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
Soak raw cashews in water for at least 4 hours or overnight to soften them.
Drain and rinse the soaked cashews, then place them in a blender or food processor.
Add nutritional yeast, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, black pepper, and water to the blender with the cashews.
Blend until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. Add more water if necessary to achieve a creamy consistency.
Transfer the cashew cheese mixture to a cheesecloth-lined bowl and form into round 'cheese' blocks. Squeeze out any excess moisture.
Refrigerate the cheese rounds for at least 1 hour to firm up.
In a jar or airtight container, combine extra virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, bay leaves, peppercorns, sliced onions, crushed garlic cloves, and paprika.
Cut the firmed cashew cheese into smaller wedges or rounds and arrange them in the jar with the marinade.
Seal the jar and refrigerate for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the 'cheese' to pick up the aromatic spices.
Serve the Dairy-Free Hermelin with crusty bread, radishes, or your choice of fresh vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2385 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 211.2 g | 271% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.7 g | 168% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2380 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.6 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.1 g | ||
| Protein | 51.4 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 185 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 18.1 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 2190 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
