Vegetarian Christmas Nut Roast

27 Nov 2023

20 MINS

25 MINS

Serves 4 - 6

INGREDIENTS
200g mixed nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, cashews), roughly chopped
100g breadcrumbs
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
200g mushrooms, finely chopped
1 carrot, grated
1 celery stalk, finely chopped
50g dried cranberries or apricots, chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari (for a gluten-free option)
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Olive oil for greasing

METHOD

1. Preheat the air fryer to 180°C.

2. In a pan over medium heat, sauté the onion and garlic in a little olive oil until softened.

3.Add the mushrooms, carrot, celery, and cook until the vegetables are tender and any moisture from the mushrooms has evaporated

4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables with the chopped nuts, breadcrumbs, dried cranberries or apricots, tomato paste, soy sauce, dried thyme, dried rosemary, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.

5.Grease a small loaf tin or suitable air fryer pan with olive oil.

6. Transfer the nut mixture into the prepared tin or pan, pressing it down firmly.

7. Place the tin or pan in the air fryer basket and cook for 20-25 minutes until the nut roast is firm and golden on top

8. Allow it to cool for a few minutes before carefully removing it from the tin or pan.

9.Slice and serve the nut roast with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, gravy, or cranberry sauce.

HANDY TIP

You can experiment with different nuts and dried fruits to suit your taste preferences.

Ensure the nut roast has cooled slightly before slicing to help it hold its shape better.

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