Now so many people are hopping on the bandwagon, that there are chefs that only specialize in the plant-based diet.
And the good news is that they want to share their fantastic vegan recipes with us!
The vegan diet is when you strip away all dairy and animal products, either for ethical or health reasons.
However, when you are cutting out certain foods, it is important that you still get essential vitamins and nutrients from plants, nuts and other non-animal-related foods.
So, what are the best vegan cookbooks written by female chefs(see also: 7 Female Chef Vegan Cookbooks You Do Not Want To Miss)? What kind of cuisine do they specialize in? What are the best vegan cookbooks for beginner chefs?
Well, we’ve done some trawling and found the best vegan cookbooks by female chefs. So what are you waiting for? Let’s get stuck in!
What Is Veganism?
Veganism is a fluid term and can mean different things to different people. Broadly speaking, it is when animal products are removed from someone’s diet.
This usually means dairy, eggs and all forms of meat including fish.
However, the reasons why people do this differ greatly. Some people are doing it for ethical reasons, as they don’t agree with factory farming or how animals are raised and killed.
But this might not exclude them from eating animal products if they are sourced ethically.
Some people will completely rule out the possibility of eating animal products altogether.
This means that they have to get all of their essential nutrients and vitamins from plants, nuts, seeds and vitamin supplements.
But is it possible to get a completely healthy, balanced, and, more importantly, enjoyable meal from plants alone?
Well, you’ll be happy to hear that you can… with the right vegan cookbooks. Check out our amazing list of bestselling cookbooks for vegans written by women.
This new cookbook is written by one of the UK's top vegan chefs and you can guarantee that the recipes in this book are gourmet standard (Also check out Female Chef Gourmet Cookbooks).
This is a great recipe book for a family that wants to eat sustainably.
It features a sweet potato dal, caramelized banana rice pudding and a wholesome carrot soup.
These recipes are very simple, which makes this book a good starting point for any chef of any kind.
They are designed to be made by families for families, meaning that you can whip them up in no time at all.
This book has received rave reviews from both critics and readers.
Pros
Simple vegan meals for families
Offers guides to sustainable living
A wide range of amazing dishes
Great for beginners
Cons
Some readers have complained that their recipes do not turn out well
This next cookbook is written by a celebrated British/Indian chef and features a lot of very creative recipes from India.
This has dishes as diverse as sweet and sour tofu, baingan masala, roasted cauliflower, pumpkin seeds and potato and pea samosas.
This also comes with a healthy dose of dietary advice, helping you get a better handle on certain portions of your diet, whether it is promoting digestive health or increasing your immune system.
This comes with over 100 invigorating recipes, so whether you are a newbie chef or an old hand with a ladle, there’s something here for everyone.
The title of this cookbook tells you everything that you need to know: recipes that feature only 5 ingredients.
But that doesn’t mean that the meal roster here is not very diverse: Welsh rarebit stuffed into a potato, cherry tomato risotto and carrot cake porridge for your morning starter.
This is great for those who like to keep it simple and make it very easy. If you are just starting on your cooking journey, then this book will be ideal for you.
This goes to show that you don’t need a cookery degree to make incredibly tasty food.
Pros
A diverse range of meals to make
Only uses minimal ingredients
Breakfast, lunch and dinner meals
Great place to start for newbies
Cons
Expert chefs will probably find this book limiting
This is a vegan cookbook(see also: Female Chef Vegan Cookbooks You Do Not Want To Miss) that aims to convert both meat-eaters and vegetarians, simply by offering some amazing dishes that you wouldn’t find anywhere else in the world.
If you like to take a day out of the week to go vegan, then this is the book for you.
Pros
Plenty of great recipes for vegans
Aimed at part-time vegans
Amazing breakfast options
Easy-to-understand recipes
Cons
Die-hard vegans might consider this a cop-out
Buyer’s Guide
Here are some of the things you’ll need to look for in your next vegan cookbook:
Various Cuisines
Whether it is Indian, Chinese, Japanese, Asian or classic US dishes, the best cookbooks offer you plenty of options.
Easy To Understand
The ingredients should be easy to measure and the instructions should be easy to understand, avoiding too much cooking jargon.
Conclusion
We hope our guide to vegan cookbooks authored by women has helped whet your appetite and branch out into a plant-based diet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is A Vegan Diet Healthy?
A lot of people argue that a vegan diet is healthier for you and with the absence of meat in your diet, you certainly decrease the risk of things like heart disease and cholesterol.
Is It Easy To Be Vegan?
These days it is much easier to be a vegan, as there are more dairy and meat alternatives and recipes available for the vegan diet.
I'm Barbara Hunt, the founder of WomenChefs.org. Being a mom of two, I understand the challenges of meal planning and the monotony it can bring.
That's why I created WomenChefs.org, a platform dedicated to showcasing the skills and delicious dishes crafted by amazing women. My goal is to provide a space where women can find delectable recipes that tantalize their taste buds and ignite their senses.
I hope you'll join me in exploring WomenChefs.org and discovering your next favorite recipe. Let's embrace culinary diversity and try something new together!
