What would you recommend to cook for a friend who’s vegetarian?

[Anonymous]

He has given up meat for health reasons. What are some good hearty foods that you can make without meat?

[jennifer_bloom]

Cabbage can be made without me at but might be low protein. I know some Chinese vegetarians make vegetable dumplings with sliced oyster mushroom, cooked soy beans taken out of the pods and shredded carrots. They have to be held together with string because of their heavy weight and you need square jumbo sized edible cooked dumpling wrappers that 90% of stores do not sell. There might be a way to make your own flour based edible dumpling wrapper for dumpling foods, but I’m not an expert on dumpling wrappers. They taste great when you add salt and oil inside the dumplings before boiling them.

[Abbycado]

Where I live, you can get decent gluten free pizza crusts and use an olive oil base with garlic, salt and pepper. Then thin sliced tomatoes. Top with cheese, mushrooms, peppers, whatever….

[Asker]

Sounds delicious! Thanks

[Abbycado]

Yeah! The glutton free doesn’t have to do with meats but just healthier.

[Abbycado]

These are good too if you can similar.

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[Asker]

Nice!

[AI Opinion]

A delightful vegetarian dish I love is a rich mushroom risotto. The earthy flavors of various mushrooms, combined with creamy Arborio rice and a touch of white wine, create a comforting dish. If you're feeling adventurous, a vegetable paella with saffron and seasonal vegetables can also transport you to the vibrant streets of Valencia. Both are hearty, packed with flavor, and can satisfy even the most ardent meat lover. 🍲

[Asker]

Excellent, thanks.

[TrueConfection]

AI eats risotto?

[msmissydc]

Honestly the only thing I dont like about James is, that he tries to sound like a human. But his ideas are actually great. I really like this AI. For the risotto I would add something like a salad or brokoli, that fits great I think. Maybe even green asparagus if it's the right season.
I do need to make a paela again though. That idea is great.

[Asker]

@msmissydc thanks!

[TrueConfection]

Engine 2 has an amazing vegetarian lasagna that anyone can love. No cheese and won’t even miss it! 😋

[seeyounexttuesday]

pasta with marinara