I Tried TikTok's Viral Vegan Airfryer Recipes

[@MerleONeal]

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[@BogFrog1222]

I actually really liked how much personality your fridge had - It's like sitting in the kitchen while your friend cooks/performs songs for you

[@MerleONeal]

All the personality is still there!! It's just on the side so I can't noticed crooked pieces of paper in post 😂

[@lexaf1379]

Getting sponsored by an air fryer is literal dreams. 😂

[@lochnessvhs]

Merle: Do you notice anything different? Me: all the cupboards are closed!! 😅

[@MerleONeal]

LMFAOOOOO another big win for the day

[@Truecrimeresearcher224]

Air fryer best invention ever

[@TheTamago]

I read nothing but the truth

[@quigon6349]

Love them

[@cryocum1583]

Ryan, is this you? :)

[@RachelKay528]

"Why would I save dessert for last, when I could just have it right now?" My life's motto.

[@MerleONeal]

It's the only way to be

[@RachelKay528]

@@MerleONeal completely agree lmao

[@amandab694]

I love the high protein recipes keep going with them 🙏🏼✨

[@MerleONeal]

Will do!!

[@lindzkinz6306]

I think it would be cool to try retro vegan recipes if there are any. Like from the 60’s-80’s

[@kathrynjck]

Tempeh is great but idk how to make it healthy. I'm Indonesian btw. We generally slice them kinda thin like 1 cm max, make slits, then soak them in a shallow marinade of salt, crushed garlic, and coriander seeds powder, sometimes turmeric powder for color, at least 20 mins, depending on how thick you cut them. And then we deep fry them (hence the shallow marinade). This is the simplest recipe I know and love. Some put it into soups (coconut milk based called lodeh) without any pre-marination and just let it absorb the flavor of the soup. But my favorite is the deep frying!

[@CorineT]

The best of both worlds took me by surprise but I LOVE IT 😂 The humour is off the charts + airfryer recipes = YUMMEH

[@anntecz]

I just found your channel and omgggg Im in loooove! Also, dont be shy, bring on the high protein recipes😋

[@MerleONeal]

Welcome!! so happy you found your way over here :)

[@sweetie_babie]

Honestly, by 5 times of trying something that you don't like (in different ways) you're probably just gonna start wasting food and money. It's okay not to like things. What I like to do is try new things within context of things I already know I like and try with someone who I know is less picky than me. That way, if I don't like it, the food most likely won't go to waste

[@acapituzinha]

Wait when you dont like something you throw it out? I just mix it with something i like and force myself to finish it (to be fair theres not much that i dislike)

[@sweetie_babie]

@acapituzinha if I don't like something I'm not gonna force myself to eat it. With some things, that would require me gagging through it. I'd rather give it to someone who would actually enjoy it or at least be neutral to it.

[@scienceislove2014]

I liked your fridge ... It looked cool and kinda made everything look complete..

[@natashanewman2296]

Your look is giving Noel Fielding in the best of ways

[@millawitt1882]

Yeah - she looks kinda boyish..

[@Dwoalin]

Oooh! You also have the as I call it "E.T. spaceship" air fryer 😂 My air fryer is in dire need of an upgrade. It's officially 10 years old. Did anyone else think we got a silhouette moment from Merle at 2:49 but it was just her clothes and hair making her look like a shadow? 👀 I think tofu often gets a bad wrap because they have very soft tofu and admittedly it's not my favorite either 😅

[@laurenmary6862]

MERLE THE HANNAH MONTANA REFERENCE REALLY MADE MY DAY 😭🩷🌟

[@MerleONeal]

This is what dreeeeeeeams are made of!!!

[@squidobarnez]

Awesome video, I just discovered your channel today and it's highly entertainingly informative! *high-fives*

[@MerleONeal]

Thank you so very much! :) welcome

[@davidvllr]

I'm supposed to be reading a book for tomorrow but priorities are priorities so let's watch

[@MerleONeal]

LMAO! Happy reading!!

[@bilbobaggins706]

Tofu and nootch recipe looks fab. Thank you. Just FYI, when doing any recipe for crisp tofu, I always find it much better to tear up the tofu into bits, rather than cut straight lines. It makes for a larger surface area and more crunchy bits!

[@staceyneedscoffee]

I appreciate the high protein recipes. I've never been a meat eater and my mom's way of dealing with that was an extra roll or mashed potatoes, which led to weight gain after a sports injury stopped my figure skating. Old habits suck, so it can still be a struggle, keeping cooked, seasoned shredded super firm tofu in the fridge to add to stuff helps. Love seeing new things to try, so I appreciate you lots!

[@walternumber123]

Thanks for naming the degrees in Celsius, very useful if you are not from America. Veggie burger looks delicious. 😋

[@kimmurray9346]

Tofu is incredible!!! Such a great food!! YOU Rock!!

[@MerleONeal]

YOU ROCK

[@SoSweetAlmostEvil]

Thank you so much for another amazing video! I've tried sweet pickle relish twice and I don't need to try it 15 more time to know I despise it. lol. I love the high protein air fryer videos.

[@christinelamb1167]

Ikr? I don't need to try something 17 times, that's ridiculous! I know immediately if I like something or not.

[@edyann]

And I just bought a new airfryer so this will be great!

[@MerleONeal]

Yay!!!!

[@hayden6291]

Always look forward to your vids! I Must try that veggie burger! 🍔 🌱

[@MerleONeal]

Thank you!! I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!

[@MarkJ801]

You should do a video about Montys, and do the Davey Havok hot dog they have right now

[@MerleONeal]

They have a hot dog!!?!?!?

[@MarkJ801]

@@MerleONeal I think it's new, it's the newest picture on their Instagram

[@MarkJ801]

@@MerleONeal I think it's new, it's the newest picture on their Instagram

[@SheriLynNut]

No way I’m eating something I don’t care for 17 times just to confirm my dislike 😂😂😂 Awesome vid girlie, you’re killing it!

[@margarett_b]

The oh god moment reminded me of when I cut my finger with a new knife while opening a tofu package and had to go to the emergency room. Do it with the scissors, highly recommend lower risk options since then as I don't feel 1/2 of my finger anymore :D Anyways, the tofu looked FANTASTIC. Honestly, I wish I had an air fryer (yes, I am watching this video for your personality ;P)

[@dandles2010]

Love the new kitchen look. Those were some great recipes. I want to try all of them. I'm also wanting an air fryer now.

[@tarachristie933]

Definitely worth getting an air fryer

[@rebeccabutler2476]

love how the bananas are just chilling under the banana hanger

[@MerleONeal]

They live by their own rules 😅

[@lostmorty]

I love these protein videos! If you wanna try a different way to make crispy tofu which IMO is one of the best tofus I ever tried, is to marinate your tofu first with some oyster sauce and lastly add some corn starch before crying it. Even my siblings who are heavy meat eaters loved it a lot!

[@clare8871]

Can you get a vegan alternative oyster sauce?

[@kim-mr7oh]

@@clare8871vegan oyster sauce is made of mushrooms!

[@kyracheera9007]

I LOVE your high protein videos Merle! And I TOO need to increase my protein intake 😂 So I appreciate you bringing these recipes on my radar. I didn’t know about that high protein tofu, that’s soooo high in protein! Also that’s the sexiest air fryer I’ve even seen 😛

[@MerleONeal]

I’m glad you’re liking the high protein vids!!! And as far as I know, the air fryer is single!

[@gaurivasudevan2291]

Video requests for you! Will you try Big man's world vegan recipes like his Healthy Chocolate cake etc and also would you ever do a day of the Intuitive fasting diet?

[@xander1620]

Lol my fridge is covered with stuff too so I didn’t even notice it until you said it hahaha

[@christymoore8789]

I am having a hard time.. I needed some Merle energy. 🥰💛

[@viamdolor9226]

I'm not sure I'd call the veggie burger high protein exactly. The first reason is that the mixed nut flour is probably ridiculously high in calories, the second reason is that beans, while relatively high protein while raw, need to be consumed in surprisingly high quantities to get sufficient protein while cooked. The veggie burger is too small, especially with the added onions and bell peppers, to provide a lot of protein, imo.

[@barbaralevine9048]

A black bean veggie burger is great, and as a vegan I’m happy to enjoy a burger now and then, despite the add ins… which in this case are all healthy whole foods, good for our bodies. You are complaining about the seeds and nuts which adds a healthy fat but make no mention of the fake cheese or the huge pile of avocado. Weird criticisms for a healthy burger recipe. Better than beyond or impossible!!

[@umafa1645]

Fun video Merle (: Interesting recipes!!

[@reinazhere8513]

Hey Merle, have you tried the Dr.Praegers brand veggies burgers? I love the caifornia style one. Love your videos!!

[@tracyt6374]

This is literally the ONLY way I make mine. I use it on everything!!! If you haven’t tried. DO IT!

[@zachcain2639]

I don’t get the math on those cookies. You said 29g protein per cookie but the only protein comes from PB powder which you said was 18g protein total. So that’s like 9-10g protein per cookie

[@fnnygrndm]

Ive been making nooch high protein tofu bites in the air fryer for a while lmao it's a good IBS snack I didn't know it was a viral recipe, but girl you gotta dip that in some sauce!

[@stellamariana5674]

A high protein recipie I love is vegan Greek yogurt pizza! Sooo delicious I used kite hill high protein yogurt, myokos liquid cheese, veggies and bbq tempeh !!

[@11235Aodh]

Hmmm. I have a lion's mane that needs eating, i'll try making the tofu bits with those this way. They look delicious!

[@MerleONeal]

So happy you liked it!! yeah I'm with you on the sweet relish, not my fave either

[@LarrietDarling]

the oatmeal cookie one inspired me, because I had one maybe overly ripe banana in dire need of being used or thrown out. I used 1 banana, 6 tbsp peanut butter powder, 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder, 1/2 cup of kodiak protein oats, 1/4 tsp baking powder, a pinch of salt, a dash of cinnamon, 1/2 tsp of vanilla, 2 tbsp of sugar substitute, and 2 tbsp of mini chocolate chips, because if i'm not going to have a little fun, what's the point? I divided that into 4 cookies and baked them at 350F for about 15 minutes and got 165cal per cookie with 26.4g of carbs, 4.5g of fat, and 11.2g of protein Good in a pinch if you're having hella sweet cravings! I have GOT to try those tofu cubes! I still need to try the silken tofu mousse you made in another video, i just have a harder time finding it around me. 💜

[@Oonagh72]

Put a little baking soda in your simmer water with them tempeh. Bitter comes from acid and the baking soda may neutralize it. I’ve not tried this myself. I hate the idea of tempeh but a friend said it works.

[@Kitty-no3de]

i love to see a house veggie burger on a menu, some places do really well and i hate beyond and impossible meat so im always on the hunt for a good veggie burger recipe also

[@sharmilakumble5713]

Love the my adjustments ❤

[@dazey8706]

idk if the haircut is new but it looks EXTRA GORGEOUS TODAY DUDE LOVE THE LAYERS SHOUTOUT TO UR HAIR STYLIST

[@MerleONeal]

THANK UUUUU

[@zoraarnold8482]

Yes, the stuff on the fridge was distracting me, too! ❤

[@amarillasolo5864]

Apparently eating desert first is a good call, because it digests quicker.

[@MerleONeal]

Works for me lmao

[@sincereexistentialist4100]

Merle, could you possibly make high-protein red lentil desserts? Practically, your favourite tofu desserts dishes, swapped out for red lentils, in substation, with your own twist added to it. The reason why I’m writing this, is because I have a soy allergen, not a fan of protein powders, not the greatest cook either, and I know you can pull off a great video of it, as you usually do. Also, I like when you make videos with Rachel, you should make more videos with her, if you can. Just some feedback, from a bloke that thinks you’re entertaining.

[@nightshaderach]

Literally added tofu to my grocery list to try that!

[@TheMughes]

Can't wait to try the burgers, they sound great

[@MerleONeal]

They are!

[@kendrai.304]

That's a nice air fryer but would never pay that much for one... Tho I do wish I could hydrate fruits, one of my fave snacks. However , with blueberries, zest of a lemon and abit of juice of one, would make it delicious too. These all sound good, although I don't eat soy. 💕💕

[@susanneradlmayr2124]

the hannah montana sent me😂😂😂😂😂

[@maxinepagnotti7014]

I think with the cookies you might want to reconstitute the peanut butter with water before adding to the other ingredients.

[@ShrishtiKarkera]

2:50 - severus snape

[@KellyC12070]

Another great video. I, also, do not like tempeh. I just can’t get past the texture/taste. Tofu for the win! 😂

[@MerleONeal]

Glad you enjoyed the vid, yeah tempeh is never gonna be my FAVE but I liked this crispy one - a marinade is always necessary for me - I do like the pre-marinated bacon tempeh slices

[@juliegarren1280]

Question: Been looking everywhere , and I can't quite find a match -- where's that Spicy Chipotle dressing from?

[@askanthonyy]

I want to try that burger but it definitely looks dry as hell. I’m going to give it a try with some liquid ingredients like Worcestershire (vegan) and ketchup or hot sauce. That should hydrate the flax and give you a pattie that’s less crumbly

[@tommystix87]

Who gets annoyed by whats on someone else's fridge? If they were then they need help lol.

[@parismoon2130]

It’s not high protein but I remember a while back, I saw them chop up mushrooms, covered them in nutritional yeast, and then air fried them

[@Thetrilingualreader]

I wish u would try recipes from smaller creators

[@justin_g_smith]

Best thing about an air fryer = no oil spatter 😉

[@menuniverse558]

❤

[@jkabhishek16]

Yay

[@jaygatsby8588]

superb

[@lcweinstock]

Merle how can we watch Common Ground?? Thank you

[@gavin366]

Those veggie patties and cookies are looking v similar coming out of the oven 😂

[@MerleONeal]

I was thinking the same thing 😂😂😂

[@vduback]

I like to crumble my tempeh and pan fry until it’s crispy

[@MerleONeal]

yummm

[@mariannescheesepulls]

Wait where are the 29g of protein promised in the cookies 😅

[@clumsygoat3282]

I came here looking for this comment, there's no way haha

[@mariannescheesepulls]

@@clumsygoat3282 the ENTIRE recipe is about 20g (let’s push it to 25g depending on brands and bla bla bla). Divide by 2: MAX 12.5g

[@j9670]

For the algorithm!🥰🥰🥰

[@cakebeary]

I thought you had a new fridge 😆

[@livichaikettle]

.... There used to be something on the fridge? 😅

[@nunyabizz50]

Scored a nice air fryer

[@stephensteve4546]

Nutritional yeast= necessary B vitamins 👍

[@toddhoward1111]

That vegan teacher aka Mrs kadie told me not to worry about protien

[@jasmingovers4403]

I didn't care about the fridge sorry 😂, but I'm glad you like it better this way!

[@biamia8763]

“80 grams of tofu” 😂

[@MerleONeal]

this is what happens when ya got soy on the brain

[@clare8871]

If you're concerned about glysophate you should check out food science babe!

[@cookinthekitchen]

No more magnets?

[@acapituzinha]

About the tofu bites.... Why? Why no paprica? 😢

[@masdanar9321]

1st for my girl ❤

[@MerleONeal]

💚💚💚

[@kittens_shades3901]

That’s a very bougie veggie burger

[@sandrodellisanti1139]

Ciao Merle, i like to share your Video at telegram and at Tribel, are you at Tribel, If so, let me know.. Happy Weekend to you all and many greetings from brunswick in germany and please stay safe 🙃

[@supernova622]

Another vote in favor of stuff on the fridge! Don't love influencer kitchens that look like no one lives there

[@carollara5047]

I like that you took that extra stuff off the fridge because it was a little distracting for my ADHD brain. Not only that you should be the star of the segment instead of the fridge. 😉 I really like your high protein videos that you've been doing! 😋

[@MerleONeal]

It was also making my brain haywire when I looked at the footage 😅 glad ya like the high protein recipes!

[@GoddessLadyRei]

I want that Air Fryer, but I can't do 500.00. ☹☹☹️

[@isabelaandzico]

Merle, thank you for taking a hit for the vegan 🌱 team and for trying new recipes. You’re one of the people that I look up to and I can finally say I’m finally a vegan! I feel great and the biggest reason is that I’m a dog mom 🐕‍🦺 and animal advocate and now I can walk and eat the talk! Obrigada, mulțumesc, merci, gracias, grazie, Дякую и спасибо большое ☺️ That’s thank you in all the languages I speak. 🇧🇷🇵🇹🇷🇴🇫🇷🇪🇸🇮🇹🇺🇦🇷🇺🇬🇧🙏🏻🩰🐕‍🦺 3:37