How do I know when my cashew cheese is properly fermented?

Your cashew cheese is fermented when you observe bubbles inside it and it emits a slightly sour smell. You can also taste it to ensure the flavor is to your liking.

What is rejuvelac and is it essential for the cashew cheese?

Rejuvelac is a fermented grain liquid used to culture the cashews, which is specified in the recipe for achieving the desired fermentation and characteristic sour flavor of the cheese.

Why is the cauliflower roasted before being added to the risotto?

Roasting the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, pepper, and sage for 10-15 minutes enhances their flavor and texture, adding depth to the finished risotto.

What type of rice is recommended for this risotto and how should it be cooked?

This recipe uses semi-brown arborio rice, which is first stirred with shallots and then slowly cooked by gradually adding warm vegetable broth until it becomes soft and plump.

How long can the homemade cashew cheese be stored?

After shaping and dehydrating to your preferred consistency, the homemade fermented cashew cheese can be reserved in the fridge for up to a week.

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Cauliflower Risotto With Cashew Cheese
[Vegan]

VG By: Valentina Goltara

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A bowl of creamy vegan cauliflower risotto, garnished with roasted cauliflower, fresh sage, a slice of fermented cashew cheese, and toasted almonds.

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Ingredients You Need for Cauliflower Risotto With Cashew Cheese [Vegan]

Cashew Cheese:

2 cups raw cashews
1/4 cup rejuvelac* (see notes)
1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
1/4 teaspoon Himalayan salt

Risotto:

1 1/2 cup cauliflower florets
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, divided
Salt and pepper
Fresh sage, some leaves
1 shallot, minced
1/2 plus 1/3 cup semi-brown arborio rice
About 2 cups vegetable broth
1 tablespoon vegan parmesan
1 tablespoon sliced almonds

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How to Prepare Cauliflower Risotto With Cashew Cheese [Vegan]

To Make the Cashew Cheese:

Soak cashews for 6-8 hours.
Strain and blend with rejuvelac, put the mixture in a strainer and let it ferment. I left it near a radiator for less than a day. After some time, you’ll see it is fermented from the bubbles inside the cheese. When it has bubbles and it smells a bit sour – you can taste it if you want to be sure about the flavor – mix in nutritional yeast and salt and reserve in fridge for one day.
After that period, give it a preferred shape – round for me – and dehydrate until desired, depending if you want a softer or “aged” cheese. Reserve in fridge up to a week.

To Make the Risotto:

Preheat oven at 425° F. Mix cauliflower with 1 teaspoon of olive oil, some salt and pepper, and roast for 10 minutes. Then, add some sage leaves and roast for a further five minutes. Set aside. When the oven is still warm, toast sliced almonds for 1-2 minutes.
In the meantime, warm the remaining oil in a pot and cook the shallots until soft and warm the broth in a separate pot.
Add the rice to the shallots and stir for a minute or two, pour some broth and let cook on a medium-low flame until the rice becomes soft and plump. Add more liquid when required.
When the rice is ready, add the parmesan – and some salt and pepper if you need – and stir well. Serve in two dishes, top with the cauliflower mixture and a slice of cheese and sprinkle almonds for a crunch.

Notes

I used homemade quinoa rejuvelac. I prefer using shallot instead of onion because it’s perfect for a two-people serving recipe.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: 490 calories | Carbs: 63.6 g | Fat: 18.6 g | Protein: 15.7 g

Note: The information shown is based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.