When it comes to cooking meals the one thing most Chefs agree on is to use fresh ingredients. All too many people these days have relied on convenience when it comes to cooking. Fast and easy , just hit the closest fast food joint or pop something in the nuker for two minutes and there’s your meal. It’s no wonder there are so many eating disorders and such.
Thankfully in the last few years there has been a resurgence of healthy eating and cooking. Led by Chefs from around the world people have started to actually enjoy planning and preparing meals again. Trying out different ingredients and styles and having a lot of fun.
One of my favorite Chefs these days is Jamie Oliver. He has some fantastic books , tv programs, a great and informative website as well as a cool new app for the iPhone ! The App is called 20 minute meals and is the perfect start for people venturing into the realm of exploring food. The recipes are quick and easy and provide a wonderful variety. There are all sorts of videos including a number on the basics in the kitchen. One of his best books for tackling the issue of this age is : Jamie’s Ministry of Food. The problem facing the UK is the same as North America and this book provides helpful ideas on eating healthier.
Links :
20 Minute Meals App for the iPhone
Sample Recipe : fragrant thai chicken & noodle broth
ingredients
• 600ml chicken stock
• 2 chicken breasts, thickly sliced
• 2 large shallots, thinly sliced
• 1 x large piece galangal, finely julienned
• 2 green chillies, sliced
• 200g rice vermicelli
• 4 small heads pak choi
• Handful mange tout
• Coriander leaves, thai basil and sliced chillies, to garnish
Preparation :
1, Add the stock to a saucepan, bring to the boil, then add the chicken, shallots, galangal and green chillies and lower to a simmer for 8 mins, until chicken is cooked.
2, Add the rice vermicelli, pak choi and mange tout. Cook for 2–3 mins till the noodles are done. Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with the herbs and extra sliced fresh chillies to serve.
fragrant thai chicken & noodle broth
Enjoy and have a happy week !
Namaste ~ william
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