I've been eating quite a lot of tofu and I'm really enjoying experimenting with it at the moment. Since I've decided to start cutting back on my meat consumption and to stop cooking it at home, tofu has become a life saver! It's an amazing vegetarian/vegan source of protein and it's quite easy to cook once you know what you're doing.
Freekeh is a green wheat popular in Middle Eastern cuisine that's harvested when the grain is still young. Unlike the 'adult' version of the wheat, Freekeh contains more protein, minerals and fibre. It contains three times as much fibre as brown rice. Why does this make it special? Well a high fibre content means it's digested slowly and has a low GI number. A low GI means it doesn't cause the blood sugar to spike the way rice would. It also means it will make you feel fuller so you don't end up overeating.
This quick prawn coconut curry has been a dinner staple in my household for years. Whenever I'm stuck for meal ideas or want something quick and easy, I always come back to it. This is my version of a 'curry in a hurry' - It will only take 30 minutes for a lovely, warming curry that's full of flavour. Why I love making this quick prawn coconut curry: The secret lies in balance. Every element plays a role, creating layers of flavour that feel complex despite the short cooking time. Prawns cook quickly but carry a natural sweetness and delicate briny flavour that pairs beautifully with coconut milk. The richness of coconut softens heat and spice, creating a silky base [...]
