So basically, our stovetop is broken and we don't have the money to eat out for dinner very often. We have a working oven and most of the standard kitchen appliances (no microwave, though). Short of eating vegan frozen pizza for dinner everyday, what can we do?
We've tried some gratins and lasagna, but neither were really worth the time and money (vegan cheese isn't very good here). A hot plate seems like a waste, considering that the stove will be replaced soon (hopefully). Would a microwave be worth it? Any help is appreciated.
Edit: Thanks everyone for the many suggestions! We're getting a hot plate (paid for by the landlord so that we don't get to reduce our rent) and I'll consider buying a slow cooker at some point. In the meantime, I have a lot of new recipes to try out now lol
This is unfortunate. You can make tofu by battering, dredging with oil, and baking, but I think it's worse than pan fried.
I also recommend getting an instant pot. They're like $30 used. You can saute in it if necessary. I primarily use mine to make seitan and to cook dry beans or chickpeas in an hour without soaking beforehand.