Dairy alternatives · Pan-Indian
Homemade cashew milk
Creamy, no-strain plant milk that costs less than the carton stuff and works in tea, coffee, cereal and gravies.
Method
- 1
Soak cashews in hot water for 15 minutes (or in room-temp water for 2 hours). Drain.
- 2
Add cashews to a blender with 4 cups fresh water, the date, salt and vanilla.
- 3
Blend on high for 60-90 seconds until completely smooth.
- 4
No straining needed - cashews blend fully. Store in a glass jar in the fridge for up to 4 days. Shake before use.
Note
For chai, skip the date and vanilla. For coffee, add a splash more water so it steams better.
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