At the time of writing this post early 2014, I was becoming more and more intrigued by the Paleo way of life so I experimented with grain free snacks and came up with this treat. It needs refrigerating in the warmer weather, which we're loving here in Byron this summer. Substitute the nuts, dried fruit and seeds for whatever you have in your pantry and just use more vanilla or maybe lemon essence or zest if you have no peppermint oil. This is the ultimate raw Paleo treat – no cooking … [Read more...] about How to make a peppermint paleo slice
Nuts
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
No bake pecan cacao brownies
Who would have ever believed that something so healthy could taste so damn fine?! I guarantee that you will just love these sweet rich treats. But go easy, one a day is more than enough! … [Read more...] about No bake pecan cacao brownies
Basil, Lemon & Olive Gremolata
This is my variation of a classic Milanese gremolata; a chopped herb condiment originating in Milan, which always includes grated lemon peel. Many recipes include parsley, mint and garlic. It's great with most things especially lightly seared kingfish, bream or gold band snapper, and not too shabby with a well brought up roast chook. Good as an accompaniment to an antipasto or to trick up brown rice or even lentils. Also good with osso buco. … [Read more...] about Basil, Lemon & Olive Gremolata
Parsnip, pear, pecans with pomegranate
Put the 4 P’s into a winter warming salad this season for a sweet, nutty and nourishing accompaniment to any slow cooking, braise or roast. Also good with baked fish or just on its own as a light lunch. Crumble some fetta, blue or goats’ cheese through it, if that’s your thing. … [Read more...] about Parsnip, pear, pecans with pomegranate
Salad of smoked trout with quinoa
How to cook with quinoa
Quinoa is native to the Andean region of South America where it is the principal food of the area. Often considered a grain, it is actually a seed that is celebrated for its high levels of protein and vitamins B & E and iron. It's an instant alkaliser! Read through the recipe for and discover the tea towel method I learnt when I was working at Minami Japanese restaurant in South Yarra in 1985 as this is how Japanese chefs complete the absorption method for rice - and I have never looked … [Read more...] about How to cook with quinoa
Berry Bircher
This deliciously simple sugar- free breakfast alternative is great for those who are wheat sensitive. It's rich in essential fatty acids thanks to the healing world of flax seeds and pistachios a.k.a. the 'skinny' nut. Did you know that pistachios have only three calories per nut? That's about half the calories of most snack nuts. Thirty pistachio kernels yield just 100 calories, compared to 14 for almonds and 11 for cashews. 1 cup organic rolled oats 1 cup water 1 dessertspoon goji … [Read more...] about Berry Bircher