3 EASY VEGAN RECIPES FOR BEGINNERS

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Join me for my book launch events this month! I'm so excited to meet you all :) 16th January, 7pm, Waterstones, Truro: www.waterstones.com/events/make-it-vegan/truro 20th January, 10:30am-1pm, Bedruthan Hotel & Spa, Newquay: www.bedruthan.com/events/madeleine-olivia-make-it-vegan-book-launch

[@NinskuuB]

For all other lazy cooks out there: Pressing the tofu isn't necessary. I did it at first when I started as a vegan but I don't bother anymore. It might take a bit longer to fry but if you use good quality firm tofu, you don't need to press it: just drain off excess liquid by squeezing with your hands. That being said, many say the texture is better when pressed so you do you :).

[@drizzlyafternoon]

Also, when freezed and thawed, all the water comes out from tofu super easily just by squeezing in hands. And it's a great option if you want to buy more tofu on offer and keep it in the freezer.

[@ConnorStompanato]

@@drizzlyafternoon i love frozen and defrosted tofu! the tofoo brand especially goes so firm and lovely after freezing

[@NinskuuB]

@@drizzlyafternoon Good point!

[@BooksToAshes]

I've been vegetarian over a decade now. I started with pressing it too, now I just cut it and cook it and it's pretty much the exact same thing so I 100% stand by this for people who are in a pinch or a lazy cook like me

[@kecrn4132]

Yup! I much prefer texture when it’s pressed!

[@momentmemos]

Also I gotta say the production of this video is stunning! The sounds, the filming, the editing, all is superb!

[@MadeleineOlivia]

This means so much to me! I did this one all by myself!

[@joshf9194]

Well done! Great attention to detail and I enjoyed your voice over and different camera angles. I purchased your cookbook and have tabbed 99% of your delicious recipes. Excited to try them all! 💚

[@Amyloves985]

Your ‘Make It Vegan’ cookbook has changed my life!!! Absolutely love it, cooking vegan is no longer daunting or complicated. Best cookbook I own. Thank you so much x

[@Megan-ts7rv]

I made the tofu stir fry tonight and it was so good! I added shredded carrot and diced zucchini just to bump up the veg, and we loved it. I ended up ordering a tofu press online after dinner aswell. Thanks for the recipe Maddy 😊

[@onepotmakesplenty]

I always add a tablespoon on peanut butter to every stir fry - yum!

[@TerezaK23]

I love the production in this video. What a fun way to shake it up. 😄 I got your cookbook in pre-order and so far everything I've tried, I've loved. I appreciate how accessible and realistic the recipes are. Despite loving cooking, I don't always have the time and energy (and products) to spend an hour or more on elaborate meals. I actually cook out of your cookbook even when I'm in rush and that's so nice.

[@gracegraham5272]

I didn't initially come to this channel for the food. Mostly for the renovations, but omg this is one of my favourite videos. Not sure I will ever go fully vegan but have recently substituted mushrooms for meat and also been shopping at local farmers markets. The toastie is amazing and great tip with adding the water made such a difference. Will need to try the fried tofu nuggets next. ❤

[@MadeleineOlivia]

This makes me so so happy! Love that you came here for one thing and now are loving the food content!

[@NoAfilliations]

Cutting tofu in half then thirds is the biggest lesson so far 😮 2:42 i always cut uneven blocks

[@michelegeltat356]

I didn’t have bread, but did have a pizza crust and just happened to have the topping ingredients for your pizza toasty. So I made the pizza version of your recipe and it was so yummy! Great ideas! Thank you! ❤️

[@Lunacordelia]

I made Alex's bread recipe from your cookbook yesterday and it was so easy and SO delicious! Most of it has already been gobbled down.

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Yay I’m so happy!

[@TammyPappas]

Next lvl! I love these beginner videos! So easy, approachable and a great way to incorporate more meatless meals in the weekly menu even if you aren't vegan! I love a nice veg refresh

[@lochamb1234]

I've never really been a fan of tofu, however after being a vegetarian for 39 years, from I was 11, I've decided to go vegan and I know tofu is a good staple. I've been watching vegan cookery videos for not just meal ideas but also to increase the various spices & condiments that are regularly used in vegan cookery. I think the tofu nuggets look delicious and I hope they taste as good as they look.

[@leapintothewild]

TIP: use a slotted spoon in each bowl and you can do several tofu cubes at a time, much faster! Amazing recipes!! ❤

[@somasunshine3114]

Congrats on your cook book!! Everything you make looks incredibly delicious!

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Thank you!

[@theresamnsota3925]

Like I said on my Amazon review, thank you for providing measurements that work for everyone. I can’t wait to dive in and try your recipes.

[@MadeleineOlivia]

❤️❤️❤️

[@tracys8206]

Everything looks delicious. Thanks for sharing.

[@MadeleineOlivia]

You’re so welcome!

[@andrealandsburg]

That was so well done Maddie! It not only looks delicious, but has clear concise instructions, that makes it approachable! I'll make all three!❤

[@MadeleineOlivia]

I’m so happy you enjoyed it!

[@mirroredguitarist]

I have recently made the change! This book will be a game changer! thank you!

[@veganmarina6017]

Looks all delicious thank you 💕💕

[@sarahharold1694]

Yay back to food & cooking ; my favourite 🙏

[@gailannkimbrough]

I just made the stirfry with bokchoy for lunch! Delish.

[@momentmemos]

I made the pancakes from your cookbook this morning and they are hands down the BEST vegan pancakes (and just pancakes in general tbh) I have tasted! Super fluffy and flavourful. This will definitely become a brunch classic🥞

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Yayyyy! This is what I want to hear!

[@lorimcmichael5846]

Yum! Order your book! Can’t wait!

[@foodandhealth-84]

Oh they look so delicious, I'm craving it, thank you for sharing it

[@kevinmack8033]

My book is due to arrive the 16th now. Delayed but so excited!! ❤

[@silvercrowsong]

Loving that you’re cooking from your new cookbook! I’ve done the stir fry noodles before and it’s one of my go to meals. I’m looking forward to trying the pizza sandwich.

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Enjoy!

[@Retro-love-]

I bought your book yesterday yay. I love it so much. Love from Australia

[@MadeleineOlivia]

I’m so happy thank you!

[@maryprosperi6958]

I just saw your first recipe and i LOVE IT❤very good presentation! Thank you! I'll try it❤

[@TASoulMusic]

Beautiful meals! Thank you so much

[@MadeleineOlivia]

You’re so welcome!

[@Sophieluiise]

These recipes look so delicious. Now I‘m hungry.

[@EmilyFox252]

Love that you're cooking the noodles from your book, I got it for Christmas and I've got to try the noodles next!

[@brendalyn73]

Oh my gosh! Those recipes look freaking delicious! I can't wait to get your cookbook. In the US and am on the waiting list! Congratulations on being on the Amazon Billboard in NYC, that's Awesome!🥰

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Thank you so much! So excited for you to get it!

[@jennyjohnson9012]

I love this. Eating less and less meat. I find it so hard to digest. Your book is next on my to buy list xx

[@thekellykathleen]

My cookbook delivery keeps getting pushed back (US based) and seeing all these recipes is killingggg me 😭 I can’t wait for my cookbook to finally arrive! 🥰

[@mindy144]

I just got mine today!!!! Yippee

[@thekellykathleen]

@@mindy144 ahh I love that for you!!

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Ahhh no I hope you get it soon!!

[@Giostrasse03]

Absolutely wonderful work. Just ordered your book. Thanks for all you do.

[@elenifaller7092]

Your nails are gorgeous!

[@Angelwhatsername]

All of this looks so delicious! Comfort food for sure 🥰I'll try the noodle recipe because I absolutely love noodles and I can't live without them hahah

[@natoshawithanO]

Omg this all looks 🔥 I’ve really been enjoying your book too! Your vegan recipes are top tier 💕

[@seijitheclown]

I'm incredible sad Amazon pushed back the delivery date for my preordered book to end of January :( But I love to see how much you love the recipes, love your happy dances and how much you shine during this video.

[@ANAHATAJADE]

Looks and sounds fantastically delicious, from the USA!

[@Maya-11146]

These recipes are insanely delicious! 😋 Thank you so much. I will def try them 😊 ❤

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Hope you love them!

[@kristiina6897]

Hello from Canada! ❤🇨🇦 I just wanted to say that I really enjoy your channel. I'm also "mostly" plant based and live in a cabin in the woods in northern Ontario. Most of your recipes I'm already fairly familiar with, either way, I wanted to purchase your book just to be supportive. When I went to Amazon to purchase your book, it was $53 Canadian. 😳 That's absolutely Ludacris!!! Especially when your queen (soon to be king) is printed in our bills! Lol 😂 All kidding aside, I'm sorry, but I'll have to wait until I'm able to buy your book used. Thanks again for great content, and Happy New Year! Tiina 😊❤️🎉

[@catrobinson6282]

Wow how can it be $53? It's only $39 in NZD which converted to Canadian is $32.50?

[@kristiina6897]

@@catrobinson6282 Honest! If I could post a screenshot, I would.

[@sharonfennell6785]

Fantastic tip on the toastie will be trying that, and those tofu nuggets looked yummy will also be giving those a try! 😋

[@mindy144]

I just got your cookbook. Can't wait to make every recipe in there! It all looks so delicious and very interesting read in the beginning. So happy for you. And the billboard!! That was awesome!!❤❤❤❤❤

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Thank you so much!

[@mathildecodron3882]

Hi Madeleine! I'm French and I follow your channel for some years. Thank you very much for your work, your videos, recipes, routines and tips give me inspiration every day. Congratulations for your book! I have a question about it: will it be publish in French and in France? I hope so very much because, even if I understand English, it's easier in my language to follow a recipe :) Have a nice evening, Mathilde

[@acoeurlacouture]

I know we can have it on Amazon (we, because i’m in France too). Did you check there? And for the translation i doubt, but we’ll never know. Maybe a pdf version later 😉 like that we can translate automatically. Bye 👋🏻

[@B_ready4671]

Everything looks good but that toasty looks like a good time😋

[@janebradfield2373]

I’m in the US and pre-ordered. I simply can’t wait to get my copy!!! ❤❤❤

[@suzettebristol3683]

I am still waiting for my book. I am in the USA. So excited to try eating more plant based meals.

[@MadeleineOlivia]

🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@TheHanification]

Mmmm my mouth was watering throughout this video! Definitely need to get the book! 😍

[@dietpisces]

This looks good af 😭💓💓

[@Daisyabena]

Yummy recipes can’t wait to try this week, thank you ! 😋✨

[@alealeale79]

My sister in law is ordering your cookbook and giving it to me for my birthday ♥️♥️♥️I can't wait to get it 🎉

[@janapineda9512]

*Slowly* transitioning to a more vegetarian/vegan diet after learning more and more about the food out there. This is a great video and it’s so overwhelming at first when it comes to starting. Went to a vegan restaurant for the first time today and it changed my perspective finally trying it out first-hand. You made these look so easy that I want to take a trip to the grocery store. Quick question: can I air fry the firecracker tofu nuggets? I’m trying not to use oil a lot and I prefer air frying.

[@s30123]

Freezing then thawing tofu is the best way to get the texture and to make it super easy to press oit water. I just use my hands and the Freezing changes texture so it doesn't fall apart. Also I only use the air fryer to cook tofu now 1 or 2 minutes on 400 Fahrenheit is perfect

[@MadeleineOlivia]

I don’t love this texture! I do it sometimes but prefer not to

[@kittyvandaele]

I got your book yesterday. I can't wait to start cooking your recipes!! 🤩

[@tamimason1676]

Everything looks delicious, looking forward to trying recipes. Been vegan 4 years on February 1!

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Amazing! Happy veganniversary!

[@linzertube]

These recipes look so yummy! I’m so glad that I bought your book…and I can’t wait to go shopping for the ingredients for the pizza sandwich first.😊❤

[@MadeleineOlivia]

🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@cathylynnpietranton]

Maddie they look yummy. Thank you ❤️

[@gaylefisher7045]

Love your cookbook. Hellman’s vegan mayo is available in Amazon in catering size tubs. Works out lot cheaper ❤

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Great suggestion!

[@joyfulinhope1210]

Those tofu nuggets look so good!

[@thewalkingvegan]

You have such good ideas, will definitely try these 😊

[@davidthescottishvegan]

Another awesome vegan recipes for beginners (even though I wouldn't call myself a beginner) video Madeleine and love 🥰 it. Love 💞 Madeline &❤ Alex.

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Thank you ❤

[@Joysteib]

I've only tried tofu once and it didn't look like yours(yours look so so yummy) Thanks for sharing your recipes with us.

[@northwoodfalls1403]

Exceptional ASMR in this one 😉 I’m not a vegan, but my Catholic upbringing of no meat on Friday’s has stuck with me my entire adult life and a few times a year I also like to do a full week of meatless meals. I think it’s just good to go without anything you regularly have in your life for a time … hmm now that I think of it, that’s also probably due to my Catholic upbringing (lent and what not) hahah. You just appreciate things more when it’s been absent for a time. I also just love good food, love to cook, and I’m always looking for recipes I can easily slip into my rotation that are different and refreshing to our palette. These all look SCRUMPTIOUS. I’m literally sat here drooling and I’ve just eaten so it’s not because I’m hungry even. How have I been alive this long and never heard of a tofu press????!! I enjoy tofu by my other half decidedly does not …. That breaded recipe is absolutely coming to my kitchen and soon! He wont’ be able to resist it 😃 It will be the gateway tofu 😂 Congratulations on the early success of the book, Maddie. You’ve worked so hard on it and it’s obvious your heart and soul imbues every page. I grinned ear to ear when you shared that the advert had been up in the bright lights of Times Square. I’m so happy for you and your whole team. It’s such a joy to be able to witness someone’s success. It’s like a contact high of good feeling hormones 😂 ❤

[@abhayagarwal5097]

Hopefully you will look into going vegan or vegetarian atleast if possible !

[@northwoodfalls1403]

@@abhayagarwal5097 It’s not a choice I am ever going to make. I just enjoy Maddie’s channel and the occasional meatless meal. But thank you for what I am going to choose to assume was a kindly meant comment.

[@the.ellemars]

All of these look amazing! Your book isn’t out here in Canada yet, but every time I see you make something from it, I want it more and more…and we are no longer vegan (but still love vegan food and appreciate the benefits and reasons)

[@whyzebra]

Loved it, thank you.

[@michellehooper661]

Lovely recipes so delicious ❤

[@Lulutrg]

everything looks yummy and simple to prepare. you remind me of Nigella Lawson 🙂

[@deniseg9939]

Very nice. Is there a link to make Alex's bread? Thank you!

[@karenmitchell333]

Hello, new sub. I love your style, these look amazing ~ cheers!

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Thank you!

[@teresapaskell5459]

Alex the very willing Guinea pig. Yum😻

[@sylvianblue]

Really inspiring

[@thetayoung3066]

I found a brand in one of our local stores that had the tofu already in cubes.

[@charleylouise3900]

Could you bake the nuggets as well? Just thinking if you're roasting chips that would be a good energy saver!

[@sulaimagolam7834]

Will the cookbook be available on ebook?

[@bettybreeze78]

Try Tesco protein noodles- really nice and vegan

[@jaceyneubauer6522]

This great

[@NaturenNatashacandlecrafts]

Delicious 😋 ❤😊

[@acoeurlacouture]

Congrats for your book, great sounds 🤤 and looks… that sandwich or panini (in France) with a bowl of soup … miam. I just want to have time to do my bread (it’s been hard lately). And Alex is not trolling this time 🤭🤣

[@EmilyBlevins-l9h]

What is that Le Creuset pan? It looks enameled! 12 inch?

[@karenj9922]

Can I air fry the tofu nuggets?

[@carolinecoffey5404]

Hi made Alex’s bread today and the berry crumble cereal bars! I loved the chia jam with mixed berries gorgeous , would never think of using chia! Please how do you keep the bread fresh? X

[@northwoodfalls1403]

I’m not speaking for Alex and Maddie, but I have been making my own breads for years. The best way I personally have found is to, first off, not have more than you can eat in a few days out at one time. If you don’t eat as much as you’ve baked in about that time, portion it and put the other portion in the freezer. Get a bread box. It helps to keep the moisture in the bread. Also, for some of my breads, depending on the moisture content of them, I use linen cloths (they also sell linen bread bags) and loosely wrap the loaf in those. Just be sure to clean out the crumbs in the box as they will mold fairly rapidly.

[@acoeurlacouture]

I agree with all of what is said in the precedent post. I slice it directly and use cooking paper to put the slides separated in a frozen bag and shove it in the freezer. (Not ideal the cooking paper but i didn’t find anything better and it’s possible to re-use it). Like that i can take the amount i need for the day, the night before in the bread box it goes. The next morning it will be unfrozen and ready to be eaten.

[@KimMock]

Do you freeze your tofu before cooking?

[@gulserenhelvac8234]

🎉 İyi geceler yeni yılınızı kutluyorum 🎉

[@eddieobrien2315]

It all looks amazing 😍with the tofu nuggets would it be possible to batch cook and freeze them or would they go weird?

[@megansmallwood3409]

What's that in the corner?.? A mushroom wall? Or something?.? 👀

[@PaulaPerpetuo]

♥♥♥ Thank-Q!

[@eviestas]

I can’t eat soy . Allergic . So would sub with peanut butter

[@Meesh6920]

Does anyone know if you could airfry the tofu nuggets instead of deep frying them? I’m new to cooking 🤔

[@JenBaggs]

Can I get your book in canada??

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Yes of course!

[@laurawilliamson888]

Is alex vegan? Or just at home? Also i have a soya allergy. How the heck do i get protein in? We tried going veggie before but i felt like everything was so processed and we were eating more oils and emulsifiers

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Yeah Alex is vegan! For maybe 7 or 8 years now! Honestly getting enough protein is a myth. I just try and consciously have beans, tofu, legumes, nuts, seeds etc with every meal and if I am working out have a protein shake and I’m all good! You really don’t need anything processed

[@tonyakubes5548]

Yuuuuummmmmm. 🤤

[@PauloftherdMichiganinfantry]

I am doing this for you Lord

[@alflemon2783]

I need a third world version.

[@jennylwilson3571]

👍🏼

[@MM-rr1kp]

some shrimp or scallops.woupd be awesome in that first noodle dish

[@DevadeTaxes]

i can't tell if you're being sarcastic or you're just deciding to be rude, but, shrimp and scallops are not vegan, which slightly defeats the whole point of the video

[@MM-rr1kp]

@@DevadeTaxes theyd be awesome in that recipe. thats it.

[@Katiestribe]

Love your healthy vegan recipes! I only wish you wouldn’t use the toxic non stick pans. They are poison.

[@MadeleineOlivia]

These aren’t toxic! They’re Le Creuset ones

[@Katiestribe]

@@MadeleineOlivia Oh they are still toxic. Do your research. That company lies for profit. And ANY type of non stick IS toxic. Today you say they’re not but in 5 to 10 years the truth comes out, just like teflon. If it’s not natural, it’s not natural. I wish you the best. I’m just trying to educate people. These companies are not honest and too many people are exposed to too many chemicals in their daily life. There is info on this if you look for it. Start by googling is le creuset safe. The state of California does consider le creuset Haunted village nonstick pans to have carcinogenic chemicals. And also the ceramic coated cast iron has heavy metals.

[@WildWildWomen]

🌱 We really appreciate your Vegan content! There can never be enough recipe inspo! We have our own Vegan VLog channel and would love if you checked it out! Thanks! 💓💚

[@brookiepoo4812]

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