Description
This vegan chia seed caviar is an easy, briny plant-based alternative to caviar. Made with just a few ingredients, it’s perfect for appetizers, toast, and entertaining.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet nori
- ¾ cup hot water
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- Optional: 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- ¼ cup black chia seeds
Ideas for Serving:
- Toast
- Crackers
- Cucumber rounds
- Vegan cream cheese
- Fresh dill
- Chopped chives
Instructions
- Blend the nori. Add a sheet of nori to a blender and blend until broken down.
- Add the liquid ingredients. Add the hot water, soy sauce, and rice vinegar (if using) to the blender. Blend until combined.
- Combine with chia seeds. Add the chia seeds to a small bowl. Pour the liquid mixture over the top and mix until uniform.
- Chill and set. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight, until the chia seeds swell into caviar-like beads.
- Serve. Stir gently and serve chilled with your favorite accompaniments.
Notes
- Chia seeds: Black chia seeds give the most caviar-like appearance.
- Seaweed: If you don’t have nori, kelp granules or dulse flakes work too.
- Storage: Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 7 days.
- Prep Time: 2 Hours 5 Minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Bake