Kitchari
Kitchari is a wonderful one-pot dish suitable for all Ayurvedic constitutions/doshas and is especially nourishing in the Winter months. Kitchari can assist in healing digestive issues and provides a gentle detoxification for the body. Ingredients: 2 tbsp coconut oil 3 tbsp brown mustard seeds 3 tbsp cumin seeds 2 tbsp ground turmeric 1 large knob…
Garlic Naan Bread – Gluten Free
This is the easiest cheat’s naan bread recipe that is super yummy, healthy and gluten free. Ingredients 1 can coconut milk 1/2 can almond meal 1/2 can tapioca or rice flour (can use spelt flour, however, it won’t be fully gluten free) tsp sea salt 2-3 tsp garlic powder Coconut oil for frying dough Method…
RED LENTIL & CAPSICUM SOUP w CASHEW SOUR CREAM
Turkish-inspired RED LENTIL & CAPSICUM SOUP w CASHEW SOUR CREAM A delicious vegan meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner and warms us from the inside on these cold Winter days. Red Lentil & Capsicum Soup INGREDIENTS Olive oil 1 onion, chopped 3 cloves of garlic, chopped 2 tbsp store-bought Middle-Eastern spice mix or make…
Dahl
Dahl 1/2 bag yellow split peas. Soak overnight or during morning. 1 knob of grated ginger, 1 diced onion, 3 cloves of garlic, 2-3 tbs of curry powder, 1 tsp asafoetida (also known as Hing to assist digesting any legume) and fry off in coconut oil. Add yellow split peas and cover with water. Cook…
Porcini Risotto with Caramelised Pumpkin & Pesto
Another full vegan dinner that leaves you deeply satisfied! INGREDIENTS 1 small butternut pumpkin, cubed 2 tbsp dried oregano 1 cup dried porcini mushrooms 2 cups of warm water 4-5 cups vegetable stock (make your own or use stock cube) 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided (divided, coat pan for risotto, garnish risotto, and…
Soba Noodles with Crispy Marinated Tofu
October 15th, 2015 Soba Noodles with Crispy Marinated Tofu Soba noodles are a Japanese style noodle with a wonderful nutty flavour as they are made with part buckwheat flour. Buckwheat is one of the best sources of high-quality, easily digestible proteins. Studies suggest buckwheat flour can reduce cholesterol, body fat, and gallstones. Packet soba noodles…
Black Rice Salad with mango & avocado
October 10th, 2015 Black Rice Salad with mango & avocado This salad is so full of delicious goodness starting with the rice, black rice has all the benefits of brown but is also loaded with antioxidants in particular anthocyanin, also found in blueberries and blackberries I like to cook up extra veges especially if I’m…
Creamy Coriander,Chilli Cashew Dip
August 29th, 2015 Creamy Coriander,Chilli Cashew Dip Ingredients 1 cup natural greek yogurt 3/4 cup raw or roasted cashews Juice of 1 lime Small bunch coriander, chopped Pinch of ground chilli or chilli paste Pinch salt 1 tsp onion powder 1/2 – 1 tsp minced garlic Blend all ingredients in a high speed blender or…
The Ultimate Cold & Flu Smoothie
July 25th, 2015 The Ultimate Cold & Flu Smoothie Yep it’s been a particularly cold winter with a lot of people going through their second or third flu. When we feel lousy we need something that is both medicinal yet pleasant. This smoothie packs in many superfoods to flush out your congestion but has enough…
Garlic Kale & Mushrooms
July 18th, 2015 Garlic Kale & Mushrooms Simplicity at it’s best! Sunday brunch favourites provide a healthy dose of vitamin B1,2, 6 & 12, dietary fiber, calcium, riboflavin, biotin, potassium, vitamin E, vitamin C, iron, magnesium, omega-3 fatty acids, chlorophyll, phosphorus, protein, folate, and niacin. Wow that’s nutrient packed for 4 simple ingredients! Olive oil…