#How to Eat Plants

Samah Dada dives into plant-based trends like meat alternatives and vegan comfort foods.

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Samah Dada tastes decadent and delicious vegan comfort foods across the country | #How to Eat Plants

On this episode of #How to Eat Plants, cookbook author Samah Dada travels across the country to taste some of the most mouthwatering comfort foods. In Los Angeles, she visits Monty’s Good Burger, a fast-food chain making everything plant based. Then in Portland, Oregon she learns how to transform seitan into crispy fried “chicken.” And for dessert? A New York City staple, a luscious and creamy raw vegan cheesecake.

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Samah Dada explores the history and science behind turmeric | #How to Eat Plants

On this episode of #How to Eat Plants, cookbook author Samah Dada is getting to the root of turmeric. The spice is the latest health trend turning everything from lattes to skincare bright yellow. First, Samah learns how the root is cultivated, then she meets with recipe developer and scientist Kanchan Koya to debunk turmeric health claims. Finally, she cooks khichdi, a traditional Indian stew, with rice, lentils, and, of course, turmeric.

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Samah Dada explores the world of vegan cheese | #How to Eat Plants

On this episode of #How to Eat Plants, cookbook author Samah Dada is getting cheesy. First up, Samah visits Riverdel, one of the country’s first shops specializing in artisanal, plant-based cheese. Then it’s off to Screamer’s Pizzeria to see how they make traditional New York-style pizza without dairy or meat. Back home, Samah whips up one of her favorite snack recipes: spicy queso with a nutty secret.

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Samah Dada explores the world of vegan egg replacements | #How to Eat Plants

On this episode of #How to Eat Plants, cookbook author Samah Dada learns about incredible egg swaps for baking, breakfast and more. First, she visits a Brooklyn deli making classic breakfast sandwiches that are all vegan. At Ramen Hood in Los Angeles, she learns the secret to making a plant-based soft-boiled egg. And for dessert, she visits Petunia’s Pies & Pastries in Portland, Oregon for tips on egg-free baking.

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Samah Dada explores low-waste cooking and shopping | #How to Eat Plants

In this episode of #How to Eat Plants, Samah Dada learns about building more sustainable food habits: from shopping for groceries to wasting less in the kitchen. She visits Precycle, a plastic-free market in Brooklyn, cooks up a no-waste pasta Alfredo with social star Max La Manna and visits a restaurant in Los Angeles that composts 100% of its food.

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Make mushrooms the star of your plant-based meals | #How to Eat Plants

On the premiere of TODAY All Day’s "#How to Eat Plants," cookbook author Samah Dada dives deeper into the world of mushrooms. First, she takes a trip to Smallhold, an organic farm in Brooklyn, to learn more about different mushroom varieties like oyster, lion’s mane and trumpet. Then she cooks a hearty lion’s mane steak with James Beard Award-winning chef and TV host Sophia Roe. Finally, Samah heads to Boulder, Colorado, to get an exclusive tour of Meati’s factory with the company CEO.