AQUAFABA + SMALL MOMENTS - If you’ve made your own chickpeas from scratch or popped open a tin I’m sure you’ve wondered what to do with the excess liquid. Don’t toss it! This sloshy broth is liquid gold my friends.
You can strain your beans and use your leftover liquid: - add to soups, stocks and stews in place of water - use in stir fries or for braising - vegan baking loves aquafaba (results may vary with store bought vs homemade)
Get creative! Make use of all your ingredients to reduce food waste.
When I first started making my own beans from scratch, I was nervous. A seemingly daunting task where the consequences could be gaseous. I held off making my own dried beans for far too long, until I jumped into Closed Loop Cooking. I was amazed how at simple it was. With some salt, a pre-soak, and baking soda I actually made tender chickpeas happen.
This small moment felt like a real win. I felt capable, knowing how to prepare ingredients from scratch. Understanding these basics has been the first step in empowering my plant-based, low waste kitchen practice. These moments add up. Knowing how to DIY dried beans, how to use up aquafaba, all of these elements contribute to a larger cause. We can build on this knowledge to create a truly sustainable kitchen.
So friends, share your knowledge! Let’s help make small moments happen for everyone. How do y’all use up aquafaba?? #closedloopcooking