Name: Beluga Lentil Caviar on Blini
Yield: Makes 18 blini
Ingredients: 1/2 cup black beluga lentils; 2 cups water; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 2 tablespoons minced capers, packed in brine; 2 tablespoons brine from the caper jar; 4 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon Miso Mayo or white miso paste; 1/2 cup buckwheat flour; 1/2 cup organic, unbleached, all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 1/4 cups nondairy milk (almond, soy, or rice); 3 tablespoons vegan butter, melted; Vegan butter or nonstick cooking spray, as needed; 1/2 bunch fresh chives, minced for garnish

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Beluga Lentil Caviar on BliniQuentin Bacon

This appetizer is a total fake-out and a lot of fun to serve. Ellen and Portia absolutely loved these the first time I served them. They both had fond memories attached to caviar, and this recipe brought back those fun times without compromising their vegan diet. Serve these little morsels with a glass of Champagne and share them with some cool friends.

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