Today I’m sharing something a little out of character for me — out of character because not sweet for a change. I’ve decided to take a quick break from dessert recipes and share this homemade organic gluten-free “Vegemite” recipe with you instead. Why? Because VEGEMITE! I’ve discovered a way to make gluten-free “vegemite”.
What Is Vegemite?
Vegemite is a dark brown savory spread invented in Australia in 1922. Most Aussies love it, making it an iconic Australian food, but the taste can be polarizing to those unfamiliar. The thick paste is made from yeast extract flavored with vegetables and spices. It’s practically fat-free, sugar-free, and vegetarian
What Does Vegemite Taste Like?
Vegemite is an acquired taste and one that frankly defies description. If push comes to shove, it can best be described as having a salty taste with a subtle bitterness. The umami flavor may remind some of an intense soy sauce. The uninitiated should try it in small doses at first.
Storage
Vegemite should be stored in its original container in the pantry where it will last for at least one year. There is a « use by » date, but many Australians who have been enjoying the condiment for most of their lives say that they ignore it and continue to use the spread indefinitely. As long as you are careful to avoid any cross-contamination—meaning not putting the knife with butter on it into the Vegemite jar—you should be able to use the product for a long time.
Vegemite Nutrition Information !!
One 5 gram (approximately 1 teaspoon) serving of Vegemite contains:
- Calories: 9
- Protein: 1.3 grams
- Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 0 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Sugar: 0 grams
Vegemite is a good source of vitamins in the form of:
- Thiamin (Vitamin B1)
- Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
- Niacin (Vitamin B3)
- Folate (Vitamin B9)
Because of its high levels of B vitamins, Vegemite has been prescribed by doctors as a health supplement. One teaspoon provides 25 to 50 % of your daily recommended intake of the vitamins listed above.
ORGANIC HOMEMADE GLUTEN-FREE “VEGEMITE”
Ingrédients
- ½ cup black tahini sesame butter
- 4 tbsp tamari
- 3 tbsp nutritional yeast flakes
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a blender and process into a creamy and smooth consistency {I used my magic bullet because it’s such a small batch and it worked perfectly! An immersion blender would be the next best way to go in my opinion}. Store in the fridge. Lightly spread on {non-dairy} buttery {gf} toast and enjoy!after testing this recipe we want your feedback to encourage us