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Weekly Buddhist Diet: Shiitake and Green Vegetable Buns Week 4 of October 2026 Summary: These steamed vegetarian buns have a soft, fluffy wrapper and a fresh filling of leafy greens, shiitake mushrooms, and firm tofu. They are savory, light, and suitable for breakfast or a staple food. Leafy greens and mushrooms add dietary fiber and variety, while firm tofu provides plant-based protein. Serve with soy milk, clear soup, or fruit for a fuller meal. Ingredients: · All-purpose flour 500 g· Warm water 270 ml· Instant yeast 5 g· Sugar 10 g· Bok choy 500 g· Fresh shiitake mushrooms 180 g· Firm tofu 120 g· Light soy sauce 1 tbsp· Sesame…

Weekly Vegetarian Meals: Tomato Gravy Noodles Third week of October 2026 Introduction:Tomato Gravy Noodles is a comforting home-style dish featuring ripe tomatoes and firm tofu cooked into a rich, savory gravy and served over chewy noodles. The tomatoes provide a naturally sweet and tangy flavor, while the tofu adds a satisfying texture and nutritional value. The thick tomato gravy coats the noodles beautifully, making this a simple, warming, and flavorful plant-based meal.Tomatoes provide vitamins and lycopene, while tofu is a good source of plant-based protein. Adding leafy greens or other soy products can further increase the vegetable and protein content of the meal. Ingredients:· Fresh noodles 400 g· Tomatoes 600…