The Poor Vegan's Cookbook

Welcome to Poor Vegan Cook’s guide to oil infusion using a magnetic stirrer hotplate — A simple tool that unlocks flavor, precision, and creativity in plant-based cooking.   This short guide offers step-by-step methods for creating infused oils that elevate your vegan meals.   Whether you're crafting bold chili oil for noodles, earthy garlic oil for ramen, or herbaceous finishing oils for salads and breads, you'll find that slow stirring and gentle heat bring out the best in your ingredients — without burning or overpowering them. All recipes here are: - 100% vegan - Beginner-friendly - Adaptable and scalable - Designed for use with magnetic stirrers So let’s get into it: grab your ingredients, power on your hotplate, and start infusing some  vibrant, homemade flavors into your kitchen! Black Garlic Oil (Mayu) Purpose: Rich, umami-packed oil for ramen, stir-fries, or dipping. Ingredients: • - Avocado oil or cold-pressed olive oil • - Black garlic or roasted garlic cloves ...