Out of Eggs? You’ll Love This Popular Vegan Egg Replacement
After tasting aqauafaba, you’ll realize just why vegans turn to this egg substitute so much.
Chickpea liquid, known as aquafaba, is quickly becoming a popular egg replacement in vegan circles, and it makes a great meringue. For baking purposes, use 2 tbsp (25 mL) aquafaba for every egg white.
Want a topping for your lemon pie? Here’s how:
1. Drain 1 (15 oz) can of chickpeas (preferably low-sodium), reserving the liquid.
2. Pour into a bowl and beat on high for 15 minutes, adding 1/2 cup (125 mL) sugar and 1 tsp (5 mL) cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
3. Top pie and bake as usual.