Amy’s Bowls and Wraps

Amy’s Wraps

Amy’s Indian Curry Korma Wrap

This wrap is similar to Amy’s Indian Vegetable Korma (https://liveglutenanddairyfree.com/why-im-living-gluten-and-dairy-free/) except that the entrée has dal which is lentil stew. The great flavors of coconut milk curry are blended with basmati rice and vegetables and wrapped in a gluten free tortilla. It is just as aromatic and well spiced as the vegetable korma entrée.  It is gluten free/dairy free/soy free/lactose free/vegan/corn free/kosher/plant based.

Amy’s Vietnamese Banh Mi Wrap

Bánh mì is the Vietnamese word for bread. In Vietnamese cuisine, it also refers to a type of sandwich. This wrap is like a sandwich, except the tortilla is substituted for bread. This is a tasty meal of pickled carrots, tofu, pinto beans and brown rice.  The pickled carrots are not sour or vinegary and the tofu and beans made me not miss meat. I feel the need to add that spices like ginger and mustard seed can be pungent which I think people sometimes mistakenly view as a foul odor but it’s really just a sharp odor. This wrap is gluten free/dairy free/lactose free/tree nut free/vegan/kosher/plant based, but does contain soy.

Amy’s Tofu Scramble Breakfast Wrap

Just like the Breakfast Scramble (https://liveglutenanddairyfree.com/gluten-and-dairy-free-breakfast-is-not-limited-to-bacon-and-eggs/), the tofu is a substitute for scrambled eggs mixed with vegetables. By contrast, hash browns replace the country style potatoes. This is a great breakfast or snack. Although, I do wish they had added vegan cheese and/or salsa to make it less dry. It is gluten free/dairy free/lactose free/tree nut free/vegan/kosher/plant based but does contain soy.

Amy’s Indian Aloo Mattar Wrap

Aloo Mattar is an Indian dish made from potatoes and peas in a spiced tomato sauce. Amy’s version is made with potatoes, tofu and chickpeas wrapped in a gluten free tortilla. It has a mild spicy flavor, with jalapeno being listed as one of the last ingredients.

I found the taste bland which was disappointing given how flavorful Amy’s other Mattar dish is, the Indian Mattar Tofu (https://liveglutenanddairyfree.com/why-im-living-gluten-and-dairy-free). Contrary to the Mattar Tofu, the wrap did not have the robust tomato sauce flavor. It is gluten free/dairy free/lactose free/tree nut free/vegan/kosher/plant based but does contain soy.

Amy’s Burrito, Bean and Rice

This is one of Amy’s Kitchen best tasting wraps. Pinto beans and brown rice are mixed with mild sauce and wrapped in a gluten free tortilla. I did not miss the cheese and meat found in traditional burritos. It is gluten free/dairy free/lactose free/soy free/tree nut free/corn free/vegan/kosher/plant based.

Tip: The wraps stick to the plate when microwaving so my tip is to add a little oil or vegetable spray to the plate.

Amy’s Bowls

Amy’s Baked Ziti with Cheeze

Amy’s does not disappoint with their Baked Ziti bowl. It contains rice pasta, vegan mozzarella style cheese and vegetables. I was a little surprised to find peas at the bottom of the bowl and while it seems weird, it blends well with the other ingredients. The vegan cheese looks and tastes like regular cheese and the pasta sauce made from vine-ripened, organic tomatoes is a nice topping to the pasta. It is gluten free/dairy free/lactose free/vegan/kosher/plant based but does contain soy.

Amy’s Paella

Paella is a Spanish dish of rice, saffron, and seafood, cooked and served in a large shallow pan called a paella. Amy’s Paella is vegan but does contain the traditional Arborio rice.  Unlike white rice, Arborio rice is round and chewy without being mushy. Also, it contains tofu, saffron, paprika and garlic. This dish is so tasty, I don’t even miss the seafood. It is blended with tomato sauce which adds a nice flavor without being tart. It is gluten free/dairy free/corn free/tree nut free/vegan/plant based but does contain soy.

Harvest Casserole Bowl

This is a wonderful mix of quinoa and red beans with vegetables. Sweet potatoes, kale, and carrots are tossed with a savory vinaigrette and topped with sesame and pumpkin seeds for a nice crunch. This is a perfect meal for fall but I’m glad they carry it year-round. It is gluten free/dairy free/lactose free/corn free/vegan/plant based but does contain soy.

Thai Vegetable and Rice Bowl

Amy’s makes a lot of Asian dishes with this one being their latest. The bowl contains vegetables, rice, and almonds, blended in a coconut cashew and tofu marinade. The sweet potatoes go well with the jasmine rice and coconut milk. It is a rich, savory meal. It is vegan/gluten free/dairy free/lactose free/kosher/plant based but does contain soy.

Conclusion

Amy’s offers wraps and bowls convenient for on the go eating which includes meals from all over the world. Anyone who reads my blogs knows that I am a huge fan of Amy’s. And not just because they have a wide gluten and dairy free frozen meal selection, but also because the foods are non-GMO and they have safeguards in place to assure that the gluten free foods meet the FDA guidelines.

Fun Food Fact

The Chinese influenced Thai food with many immigrating to Thailand years ago.

Did You Know?

Researchers have identified that dairy proteins can affect as much as 50% of those with gluten problems.  A summary of the research findings is listed below:

Patients with coeliac disease (CD) on a gluten-free diet may still have gastrointestinal symptoms. On clinical grounds cow’s milk (CM) protein sensitivity may be suspected…A mucosal inflammatory response similar to that elicited by gluten was produced by CM protein in about 50% of the patients with coeliac disease. Casein, in particular, seems to be involved in this reaction.

Source: Clin Exp Immunol. 2007 Mar;147(3):449-55.

Quote

“It took several months of being on a gluten free diet before I started to see chronic fatigue reactions to pizza, tempura and fruit drinks that would last several hours.” ― Steven Magee