VERITY HALL

Instructions

1. Prepare the Coating:some text
   • In a bowl, mix together the flour, golden breadcrumbs, panko breadcrumbs, nutritional yeast, and salt. Set aside.
2. Prepare the 'Egg Wash':some text
   • In a small pot, cover the flax seeds with water and heat until bubbly (about 5 minutes).
   • Strain out the seeds, keeping the gloopy water.
   • Mix in a pinch of turmeric for color (optional).
3. Alternative: You can use aquafaba or another egg replacer. If not using a binder, soak the rice cakes in warm water for 30 minutes first.
4. Soak the Rice Cakes:some text
   • Soak the rice cakes in warm water to soften them before coating and frying for the best texture.

Mozzarella Sticks

1. Setup:some text
   • Prepare two bowls: one with the coating mixture and another with the 'egg wash'.
   • Heat about 1 cm of oil in a small pan over medium heat.
2. Coating and Frying:some text
   • Dip each rice cake into the 'egg wash', then into the coating mixture. Repeat the process to ensure a good coating.
   • Fry the coated rice cakes in the hot oil until golden brown on all sides.
3. Serving:some text
   • Serve immediately with a dipping sauce and a pinch of salt.

Halloumi Fries

1. Setup:some text
   • Soak the rice cakes in warm water to soften.
   • Roll the softened rice cakes in olive oil, then in the coating mixture (omit the breadcrumbs for this version).
2. Frying:some text
   • Heat a skillet or griddle pan over medium-high heat.
   • Fry the coated rice cakes for about 1 minute on each side until they are lightly blistering and have nice grill marks.
3. Serving:some text
   • Serve hot with a pinch of salt and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

Enjoy your vegan mozzarella sticks and halloumi fries!