Macadamia nuts are native to Australia, the macadamia tree is an Indigenous Australian rainforest tree which grows along the eastern coast of New South Wales and Queensland. Approximately 60 million years ago the first macadamia tree evolved in the north east coast. From Port Macquarie to the Atherton Tablelands in the north, half the crop is grown in New South Wales and the other half in Queensland. Due to the sub-tropical climate they provide optimum growing conditions for the trees, with … [Read more...] about About Macadamias
Fragrant tempeh with turmeric cashew dressing
Tempeh, also known as tempe, is a delicious plant-based protein, traditionally from Indonesia where it is made from fermented soybeans. More recently it is being made from various legumes including fava beans and chickpeas. Here’s an easy recipe with a hint of spice. https://www.foodhealthwealth.com/tempeh-burgers/ … [Read more...] about Fragrant tempeh with turmeric cashew dressing
King snapper with macadamia pesto
Above: King snapper with macadamia pesto and greens was part of a masterclass feast that also included Hasselback pumpkin with ginger seaweed salad, Watercress, nashi, Deb Allard’s feta, Australian Bay Lobster with tarragon butter, figs and lime. King Snapper is also known as red emperor, emperor red snapper, emperor snapper, government bream, queenfish or red kelp, is a species of marine ray-finned fish, a snapper belonging to the family Lutjanidae. It is native to the Indian Ocean and the … [Read more...] about King snapper with macadamia pesto
Australian Bay Lobster with tarragon butter
Above: Australian Bay Lobster with tarragon butter, figs and lime, as part of a masterclass feast that also included Hasselback pumpkin with ginger seaweed salad, Watercress, nashi, Deb Allard’s feta, dried olives, lime juice, King snapper with macadamia pesto and greens. Australian Bay Lobster™ are colloquially known as ‘Moreton Bay bugs’ or ‘bugs’ in Australia, and ‘flathead lobsters’ in other parts of the world. A number of slipper lobster species exist with discerning characteristics and … [Read more...] about Australian Bay Lobster with tarragon butter
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Winter aduki, pumpkin & tamarind curry
Here's a cracker of a winter warmer that will give your digestive fire a damn fine stoking. Believe it or not, this was the first recipe I ever created using food as medicine in the year 2000! The recipe is in my book The Healing Feeling but never made it to the website. So here it is! This dish is intended for someone with a sluggish digestion as its ingredients and cooking method will have a warming and drying effect on the digestive system. Patients will benefit greatly from this … [Read more...] about Winter aduki, pumpkin & tamarind curry
Sardines with minted quinoa, currant and pinenuts
Sardines are rich in omega-3 essential fatty acids which have an anti-inflammatory action and beneficial to the nervous system. Quinoa is native to the Andean region of South America, the principal food of the area. The leaves are similar to the spinach plant and seeds are cultivated for their nutritious protein and calcium components. High in vitamins B & E, iron with a slightly bitter-sweet flavour. … [Read more...] about Sardines with minted quinoa, currant and pinenuts
Nuttelex whole roasted jerk cauliflower
Recipe lovingly created for our friends at Nuttelex and first appeared here. Photos and video created together with Nelly le Comte … [Read more...] about Nuttelex whole roasted jerk cauliflower
Nuttelex zucchini fritters with lime
These zesty zucchini fritters are the perfect bite to serve your guests as a tasty starter. Recipe created for our friends at Nuttelex here, photos and video created together with Nelly le Comte. … [Read more...] about Nuttelex zucchini fritters with lime
Best ever broccoli soup
This winter warming soup has the goodness of umami-rich anchovy to boost the flavour. The Brassicacasae, or cruciferous vegetable family as they were formerly known due to their crucifix like appearance1, include mostly pungent vegetables such as Brussels sprouts, cabbage, kale, turnip, broccoli, cauliflower and collard greens. Most of these we disliked as children. Perhaps it was due to the strong odour of sulphur when overcooked, since children have such a keen, unadulterated sense of … [Read more...] about Best ever broccoli soup
Consorcio Jamon Serrano, manchego and baked figs
Figs are delicious in so many ways and this autumn favourite is sure to please. Jamon Serrano reproduces the traditional Spanish ham method that has been used throughout the centuries by the Serrano Ham experts. It is available in Australia behind the deli counter at major supermarkets. Follow our fabulous Consorcio Serrano on Facebook & Instagram … [Read more...] about Consorcio Jamon Serrano, manchego and baked figs
Green Goodness Soup for the Soul
This vibrant, trans-seasonal soup is the perfect pick-me-up for any rainy day or when you need a little bit of alkalinity in your cells. You can switch up the ingredients to use what you have on hand. be sure to add some soaked kelp - wakame, ogo nori or arame as this will boost the mineral content and create a natural thickening age due to the mucilaginous (slippery) properties of … [Read more...] about Green Goodness Soup for the Soul
Autumn rolls of fig, rhubarb and pistachio with rhubarb puree
Fabulous figs are in season most of the year in Australia, except for parts of spring. Did you know that they support the digestive process as their tiny seeds assist the colon in elimination? In Chinese medicine, rhubarb is considered a bitter ‘fire’ food, which tends to dry the digestive system, therefore, balancing excess dampness and cleansing the intestines. … [Read more...] about Autumn rolls of fig, rhubarb and pistachio with rhubarb puree