This is a bit of an unusual list of ingredients, but trust me they all come together deliciously. Plus it gave me the opportunity to use nutritional yeast, which I have been wanting to cook with for some time now. Nutritional yeast is a bit salty, a bit cheesy, and pretty tasty. It is not something I use a lot of, but it is needed for the overall flavor profile in this recipe.
What do I do with this sauce?
At Cafe Yumm, Cafe Yumm Sauce is spooned over a Yum Bowl, which consists of rice, beans, and assorted vegetables, along with grilled meat, if you choose. But don't stop there, it is also great as a dip for vegetables, delicious as a sandwich spread, and tasty spooned over scrambled eggs. If you have never been to Cafe Yumm, this easy and delicious sauce is a good start! And from there, you just might search for a Cafe Yumm the next time you take a road trip. This sauce is so good, and while you can find it made for you in your local organic co-op, you can also make it yourself...
When this is in the refrigerator, a quick meal is just moments away!
Cafe Yumm Sauce is so good, you won't have to think too hard about different ways to enjoy it. Fresh ideas will simply come your way, I promise! One of the easiest (and so simple also!) ways to enjoy it is with tortilla chips! Right after I had made my first batch, I found a jar of it at my local market when we lived on the Washington Peninsula, and gosh that small 8 ounce jar you see above was almost $7.00!  |
Cafe Yumm Sauce. Perfect served as a dip for fresh vegetables. |
We enjoyed this with a homemade Yumm Bowl, the day I made it. It is delicious when freshly prepared and stays that way as it relaxes in your refrigerator. We enjoyed it a couple days later over leftovers believe it or not, and again, very delicious. And later in the week as a dip with vegetables. Again, totally delicious, so no worries when stored for a week in the fridge, just so you know.
So how do I make a Yumm Bowl?
I am glad you asked! Place a scoop of rice in the bottom of your bowl, add steamed veggies of choice, a spoon full of beans and meat if you choose, add the Cafe Yumm Sauce and enjoy! Spice it up or keep it mellow, the choice is yours, but one thing is clear, dinner won't be this fun until you serve another Yumm Bowl!
Ingredients needed for this recipe:
- whole almonds
- oil, we used avocado
- garbanzo beans
- coconut milk
- lemon juice
- fresh garlic
- salt
- freshly ground pepper
- sweet curry powder
- oregano
- fresh cilantro
- nutritional yeast
You will also need the following:
- blender or food processor
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- liquid measuring cup
- storage bowl or jar with lid
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| Cafe Yumm Sauce over a Yumm Bowl. |
Cafe Yumm Sauce (homemade copycat)
adapted from: Mel's Kitchen Cafe
UPDATED: 10.22.2023
1/2 c whole almonds
1/2 c oil - we used avocado oil, you want a light flavored oil
1 c garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained well
1/2 c water
1/2 c coconut milk (from a can) use equal parts milk and fat
1/2 c fresh lemon juice - 2 or 3 lemons depending on size
2-3 garlic cloves
1 t salt
fresh ground pepper
1 t sweet curry powder
1 t dried oregano
1/4 c fresh cilantro leaves
1/3 c nutritional yeast
Combine almonds, oil, beans, and water in a blender jar. Blend until smooth this may take 2-3 minutes. Stop and scrape down the sides of the blender jar as needed.
Add remaining ingredients and blend until smooth and creamy. Refrigerate until needed. Makes about 3 cups.
Storage options for Cafe Yumm Sauce. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to five days. I do not recommend freezing this recipe.
UPDATE:
For your convenience, a "copy and paste" version of Cafe Yumm Sauce has
been included below.
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Printable "copy and paste" version:
(Copycat) Cafe Yumm Sauce
adapted from: Mel's Kitchen Cafe
UPDATED: 10.22.223
1/2 c whole almonds
1/2 c oil - we used avocado oil, you want a light flavored oil
1 c garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained well
1/2 c water
1/2 c coconut milk (from a can) use equal parts milk and fat
1/2 c fresh lemon juice - 2 or 3 lemons depending on size
2-3 garlic cloves
1 t salt
fresh ground pepper
1 t sweet curry powder
1 t dried oregano
1/4 c fresh cilantro leaves
1/3 c nutritional yeast
Combine almonds, oil, beans, and water in a blender jar. Blend until smooth this may take 2-3 minutes. Stop and scrape down the sides of the blender jar as needed.
Add remaining ingredients and blend until smooth and creamy. Refrigerate until needed. Makes about 3 cups.
Storage options for Cafe Yumm Sauce. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to five days. I do not recommend freezing this recipe.
It does sound "yummy"!
ReplyDeleteDonna, thanks! I have only been to an actual Cafe Yumm just a couple of times now that I can make their signature sauce at home. But making a Yumm Bowl for dinner is fun, delicious and a great way to serve a large group as well.
DeleteI have never eaten at Cafe Yumm. I think I need to! Thanks for sharing at the What's for Dinner party - Hope you have a fabulous week!
ReplyDeleteHi Helen, yes you do need to! And then you can make your own Yumm Bowls! Thanks for hosting, I appreciate it.
DeleteMust admit I never heard of Cafe Yumm, but love the idea of this sauce. I bet it tastes great on steamed spinach or a hummus sandwich. I use nutritional yeast all the time so if you want some ideas try sprinkling on nutritional yeast on soups, pasta, or casseroles. YUM. Saw your post at Senior-Salon-Pit-Stop-# 330. My shares are #59 through 63. Enjoy. Nancy Andres @ Colors 4 Health
ReplyDeleteNancy it is perfect over any rice bowl, vegan or with meat! Thanks for stopping by, I appreciate it.
DeleteMelynda, this does look superb and outstanding.
ReplyDeleteEsme, it is lovely drizzled over any rice bowl or even a salad. Thanks so much for stopping by, I appreciate it!
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