Think you’re gluten-intolerant? Do your homework before cutting out food groups. Found in grains such as wheat, barley and rye, gluten is the protein that gives dough its stretchy consistency when you knead it, and helps breads and cakes keep their shape. But while it may do your baking a world of good, some people cannot stomach it. We asked dietitian Nazeeia Sayed to separate the wheat from the chaff.
This sweet potato gnocchi is one of our favourite indulgences. It’s wholesome and healthy, cheesy, wheat-free, has bacon and easily comes together as a gourmet dish you could serve at your next dinner party.
These flapjacks are perfect for when you’re trying to cut out refined sugar, but still crave a delicious, sweet-tasting breakfast. The combination of bananas, eggs and coconut flour will keep you filled and satisfied without the sugar crash.
More than 40 000 types of rice are grown around the world. We sample some commonly available varieties in SA.
Never fear the ‘death dish’ with MyKitchen around to help you out. This tomato risotto is light and fresh, making it perfect for summer, and meat-free Monday, of course.
We know cauliflower pizza bases are so four years ago, but that doesn’t change the fact that it’s still a lovely idea and yummy to boot. We topped ours with tender red-wine roasted lamb and Mediterranean flavours.
Get creative in the kitchen and crumb your chops in some polenta. We all know pork and tomato go amazingly together, so whip up a zingy sauce to serve them with and add some broccoli for a happy, wholesome meal.
This Asian-inspired steak salad is packed full of wholesome ingredients. Who said you can’t enjoy a steak dinner and be healthy too?
One unsung hero in the food world is the genius idea of brinjal toasted sarmies. For even more flavour, and a bit of satisfying crunch, coat your brinjal slices in seasoned breadcrumbs before frying. You can thank us later.
Let’s face it; avocados are the best thing ever. And nothing pays homage to the kingly avo more than a beautiful bowl of home-made guacamole. Tasty, spicy, and oh-so easy to prepare, we can’t resist adding this to almost everything, especially in summer.