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Lupin Cheese

Lupin Cheese

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A delicious and creamy plant-based cheese made from lupins, ideal to serve as an appetizer or in salads.

Difficulty: Medium
Cooking: 15 min
Preparation: 30 min
Country: Italia

Ingredients

No. Servings
  • Lupins in brine120g
  • Water240mL
  • Nutritional yeast flakes20g
  • Lemon juice6mL
  • Extra virgin olive oil10mL
  • Salt3g
  • Cornstarch140g

Preparation

  1. STEP 1 OF 7

    Peel the lupins and place them in a small blender along with the water, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and salt. Blend until smooth.

  2. STEP 2 OF 7

    Pour the obtained cream into a small saucepan.

  3. STEP 3 OF 7

    Place on medium heat and stir continuously with a spoon or whisk.

  4. STEP 4 OF 7

    Cook until you achieve a thick consistency that detaches from the sides of the saucepan.

  5. STEP 5 OF 7

    Turn off the heat and immediately pour the mixture into a mold or cheese basket, smoothing the surface well.

  6. STEP 6 OF 7

    Let it cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then transfer to the refrigerator and let it set for at least 4 hours.

  7. STEP 7 OF 7

    Once solidified, unmold the cheese and cut it into slices or cubes before serving.

General Information

Storage notes

Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

More information

Great to enjoy with toasted bread and fresh cherry tomatoes. It can also be used as a spread for sandwiches.

Origin

Italia

Analysis

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Macronutrients (100 gr)

Energy (kcal)135.59
Carbohydrates (g)25.67
of which Sugars (g)0.57
Fat (g)2.38
of which Saturates (g)0.32
Protein (g)3.92
Fiber (g)1.07
Sale (g)0.66
  • Proteins
    3.92g·12%
  • Carbohydrates
    25.67g·78%
  • Fats
    2.38g·7%
  • Fibers
    1.07g·3%