Welcome to my crazy world of real food cooking ...

Eat Food. Not too much. Mostly Plants. -- Michael Pollan

I wish I could take credit for that because I think it sums up how we should eat. Simply -- eat stuff that really is food, instead of stuff that is food like substance. The supermarket is almost entirely food-like-substances, and, my friends, you should probably never ever eat them.

Fortunately, there is a world of deliciousness out there, and it can all be had in a way that not only doesn't harm your health, but in a way that benefits you hugely.

I think it's important to eat stuff that satisfies you, that keeps your blood sugar stable, and that gives you stuff your body really needs to run optimally.

But baby, it's gotta taste good.

I really like getting experimental in the kitchen. I love cooking, I love layering flavours, and I love coming up with really super yummy food. I have very strong opinions about what constitutes food, and there are a lot of things I won't touch in the kitchen. Bottom line? Pretty much everything I make is ridiculously good for you even if it tastes decadent. Although there are occasional big fat cheats ... but even those stick to real food, my friends.

For food that is usual gluten free, usually free of cane sugar, usually super low on the glycemic index, full of protein, fiber, flavour, and excellent energy, join me and Alice down the rabbit hole.

Every recipe on this blog is my own original effort and idea, so please pass 'em on, giving credit where credit is due.

Many thanks, and come back often. I'm really glad you are here!

:)

Sunday 1 January 2012

Lettuce Leaf Tofu Broccoli saute roll up








This is a fun and tasty dish that has appeal for all ages.


ingredients:

boston lettuce leaves, washed and dried to use as wraps

1 cup firm tofu (frozen and defrosted is also good), small cubes
1 small carrot -- 1/4 cup for colour
2 cups broccoli stems, small cubes
1 cup water chestnuts, small cubes
1 cup bamboo shoots, small pieces

tamari 2 + tbsp
honey 2 + tbsp
lemon juice splash
ground ginger pinch or two
1 tsp black sesame seeds
sea salt if needed
1 tbsp coconut oil


directions:

1. saute the tofu  and carrots in coconut oil with tamari, honey, a pinch of ginger and a dash of lemon juice. Make it good and saucy
2. add the water chestnuts and bamboo, as well as the sesame seeds
3. finally add the broccoli stems, and cook up until all the sauce is gone
4. serve in lettuce leaves (with a little extra tamari and honey sauce on the side if desired)

The leaves can be picked up and sort of rolled up. Yummy for all ages.

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