Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 cup cashews (150 g)
  • 1 carrot
  • ¾ cup water (175 mL)
  • ¼ cup nutritional yeast (30 g)
  • 1 Tbsp hot sauce (like adobo sauce, harissa, or hot sauce)
  • 1 clove garlic
  • ¼ tsp each chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt

Instruction

  • Soak: Place cashews in a bowl and cover with water. Let soak overnight, either on the counter or in the fridge. (Alternatively, soak in very hot water for an hour). Strain before using.
  • Carrot: Chop carrot into chunks and set in a microwave-safe bowl. Add a dash of water and cover bowl with plastic wrap. Microwave for 3 to 4 minutes on high, or until carrot is fork-tender.
  • Blend: Add drained cashews, drained carrot, water, nutritional yeast, garlic, and spices to a blender. Blend until smooth, adding more water as needed to reach a smooth, sauce like consistency.