Warm Vegan Caramelized Onion & Kale Dip

INGREDIENTS

1/2 tbsp

refined coconut oil ((or neutral oil of choice))

medium onions (any color, thinly sliced)

salt

1 tsp

apple cider vinegar

3 cups

loosely packed kale (stems removed)

caramelized onions ((from above; or about 1/3 c. of your own))

3 cloves

garlic (minced)

1/4 cup

raw cashews (soaked overnight, or in hot water for at least 30 minutes)

2 cups

cooked cauliflower florets ((or omit and add 3/4 c. additional hot water))

1 tsp

fresh lemon juice ((or vinegar))

2 tbsp

tapioca starch ((see notes for info and substitutions))

3 tbsp

hot water

1/2 tsp

smoked paprika

1/4 tsp

red pepper flakes ((or to taste))

1/4 tsp

dried oregano

2 tsp

white or yellow miso ((use chickpea miso to keep soy-free))

1 tbsp

nutritional yeast

2 tbsp

dry white wine ((optional))

salt and freshly ground black pepper ((to taste; I used about 1/2 tsp salt))