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Vegan Dumpling Stew

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Hearty and comforting, this vegan dumpling stew features fluffy homemade dumplings nestled in a rich vegetable and white bean broth. Perfectly seasoned and ideal for chilly evenings, it’s a one-pot meal that’s both nourishing and satisfying.

Ingredients

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  • For the Stew:
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 (15 oz) can white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon flour (optional, for thickening)
  • For the Dumplings:
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened plant-based milk (plus more as needed)
  • Fresh thyme or parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for another 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
  3. Add thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir in tomato paste and soy sauce. Cook for 2 more minutes.
  4. Add white beans and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer. For a thicker stew, mix 1 tablespoon flour with a bit of water to form a slurry and stir it in.
  5. Simmer the stew uncovered for 10 minutes while you prepare the dumplings.
  6. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and nutritional yeast (if using). Add olive oil and plant-based milk. Stir until a soft dough forms—do not overmix.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the simmering stew. Cover the pot with a lid and let dumplings steam for 15 minutes—do not lift the lid while cooking.
  8. Check that dumplings are cooked through (they should be fluffy and firm to the touch).
  9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh thyme or parsley.

Notes

  • Do not lift the lid while dumplings are steaming to ensure they cook properly.
  • Nutritional yeast adds a savory depth but is optional.
  • To thicken the stew, use the flour slurry method.
  • Customize vegetables based on what’s in season or available.

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