Dairy Free

Tart cranberries meet their perfect match in persimmons, the glorious fruit that ripens in time for Thanksgiving. For this cranberry relish, use Fuyu persimmons, which are eaten while still hard, like apples.

Deep-fried tofu gets braised with shiitake mushrooms in soy sauce and Chinese wine for this easy dish.

The combination of tender chicken and sweet chestnuts makes for classic Chinese comfort food.

Delicious sweet potato with marshmallows recipe made using brown sugar, almonds, and spices.

The best cranberry-orange relish recipe is a simple chopped mix of fresh cranberries, orange, sugar, and a touch of cinnamon.

Deep-frying a turkey is easier than you might think, plus it frees up oven space for the rest of your Thanksgiving feast.

Though perilla look like large mint leaves, they are tender and mild, with notes of sesame. I love using them for salads and in this focaccia.

Braise smoked collard greens with onions, then toss them with a bright pepper vinegar for dish that's smoky, sweet, and savory.

This take on a very popular Thai bar snack—freshly fried cashews tossed with salt, chiles, scallions, and fragrant lime zest—is simple but so good with an ice-cold beer.

Cooking congee in a slow cooker takes patience, but you can cook it overnight if you want it for breakfast. 

I would just as soon skip the cooking marathon that leads up to Thanksgiving. But I would feel truly bereft to miss out on the festival of leftovers, including days of sandwiches piled high with slabs of stuffing fried in butter and stacks of thinly shaved turkey breast. (No, I am not above going full tetrazzini if the situation demands it.) I am hardly alone in celebrating a fridge full of Thanksgiving leftovers, but this year I am taking things a bit further and cooking my Thanksgiving turkey .…

Large pieces of butternut squash get braised in a coconut sauce spiked with chile, cayenne, and turmeric for a low-effort dish that’s full of flavor—perfect to star as the vegetarian- or vegan-friendly main event on your Thanksgiving dinner table. Serve with your favorite festive sides or simply with rice or potatoes and a side salad. A squeeze of lime juice at the end adds tang, and almonds bring some contrasting crunch.

Inspired by Moroccan tagine, this vegan holiday centerpiece is stuffed with dried fruit, hearty barley, and fragrant spices.

This vegan pecan pie is flavored with coconut oil, maple syrup, and almond milk, while tapioca flour takes on the role of thickener, replacing eggs.

The essence of this pulao is the yakhni, which means meat stock or broth. Homemade chicken stock, bone-in chicken thighs, and an abundance of spices make this a flavorful and comforting one-pot meal.

Glutinous rice flour, also known as mochiko or sweet rice flour, makes an excellent gluten-free gravy for Thanksgiving or any holiday feast. Like wheat flour, mochiko can be toasted in fat to create a roux, which lends the finished gravy robust flavor that other starches, like cornstarch, just can’t match. This gravy also has a silky texture and great body like any gravy should. Here miso and apple cider vinegar extend the flavor, making it both brighter and more savory. Start by adding half the!…

This vegan bread pudding is a perfect base for Thanksgiving-y things or when you want a change from traditional mashed potatoes.

Turn soaked sunflower seeds into a creamy dressing for smashed chickpeas with onions, celery, capers, and dill, then stuff into pita pockets for an easy, delicious vegan sandwich.