good and natural, conscious cooking
Do you ever have those days when you’re craving something, yet you just can’t seem to find out what, and in the process of trying to find it end up munching halfway through your kitchen cupboard? Well, today wasn’t one of those awkward days. Today I knew, the very moment I opened my eyes, exactly [...]
One aspect of vegetarian cooking and eating that swiftly becomes apparent is The Fibre Issue. You know…roughage. No, now is not the time to be sensitive and shy away from weighty, or should I say, bulky matters, we need to address this and we will do so as responsible adults. I’ve encountered the side effects [...]
Citrus zinger salad with mint and pomegranate A sparkling citrus treat to brighten up winter-dulled palates. The recipe is in the first chapter of my cookbook, Easy: Simple and Delicious, published by Random House Struik. Serves 4 Ingredients: 2 ruby grapefruit, 2 oranges and 2 tangerines, all with pith and peel trimmed away and sliced [...]
Sesame-marinated crispy tofu with broccoli and noodles Tofu is a pretty tasteless yet high-protein substance which promiscuously soaks up the flavour of whatever it’s marinated in. Grilling shaves the fat content to practically zero. This recipe is in the first chapter of my cookbook, Easy: Simple and Delicious Serves 4 Ingredients: 500 g firm tofu, [...]
Tofu can be tricky. While it’s a most convenient and versatile source of protein for vegetarians and vegans, it can also be tasteless and spongy unless prepared correctly. A creamy white curd made from cooked soymilk, it is sold in blocks as firm or silken varieties. Firm tofu is generally preferred for frying, baking or grilling, [...]
Rosy C-soother A refreshing tonic against summer blazes – chill the fruit and semi-freeze the juice for a slushy effect. Serves 2-4 Ingredients: Juice of two limes or 1 lemon 2 cups (500ml) cubed watermelon, seeds and all 1 x 400g punnet strawberries, hulled 2 cups (500ml) diced fresh pineapple 3 cups (750ml) cranberry juice [...]
Yogi honey-nana smoothie Serves 2-4 Ingredients: 250ml cold low-fat or soy milk 250ml cold Bulgarian or flavoured yoghurt 200ml cold orange or apple juice 2 small ripe bananas 1 T (15ml) honey 1 T (15ml) wheat germ 2 t (10ml) carob powder (optional) Method: Put all the ingredients into a blender and whiz until smooth. [...]
Energy muffins with apple, carrot and raisins Muffins are the ultimate no-fuss bake. Dry and moist should just meet before baking – overstirring makes for heavy muffins. Pop a few in your lunchbox to stave off mid-morning pangs. Makes twelve 250g self raising flour 1 ml each of cinnamon, mixed spice or grated nutmeg ½ [...]
Rosemary baked mushrooms on wholewheat toast Baking at high heat really intensifies the flavour of mushrooms. This makes a brilliant filling for omelettes, or with a bit of mascarpone and parmesan, melted into hot pasta. Serves 2 Ingredients: 2 T (30ml) olive oil 1 T (15ml) chopped fresh rosemary Salt and pepper to taste 4 [...]
Most people seem to think healthier eating entails suffering and self-denial. I beg to differ! Besides providing fuel for energy, food should be good, and every mealtime a celebration. Little adjustments along the way mean more in the long run than radical regimes, and you’re more likely to stick to the changes if you enjoy [...]
December 23, 2010
lusciousvegetarian
