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Eat Well Recipe: Heart-Healthy Roasted Root Vegetable & Farro Grain Bowl

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  Heart-Healthy Roasted Root Vegetable & Farro Grain Bowl A hearty, nutrient-dense grain bowl featuring chewy, fibre-rich ancient farro topped with caramelised roasted root vegetables, leafy greens, and a bright lemon-tahini dressing that nourishes your cardiovascular system. Prep Time Cook Time Servings Estimated Calories 15 minutes 35–40 minutes 4 servings ~380 kcal per serving Ingredients 1 cup pearled or semi-pearled farro , rinsed 2 cups low- sodium vegetable broth (or water) 2 medium carrots , peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes 1 medium sweet potato , peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes 1 medium beet , peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil (divided) 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper 1/2 tsp dried rosemary or thyme 3 cups fresh baby spinach or kale , chopped 2 tbsp tahini (sesame paste) 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 tbsp warm water (to thin the dressing) 2 tbsp raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas) for a heart-healthy c...
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Fusion Recipe: Balaleet Crispy Shrimp Nest

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  Balaleet Crispy Shrimp Nest A harmonious Gulf fusion combining sweet-savoury cardamom vermicelli with succulent, spiced crispy shrimp. This dish reimagines Balaleet , the iconic Arabian Peninsula breakfast staple that traditionally pairs sweet, aromatic egg-topped vermicelli noodles with warm spices. In this savoury-meets-sweet lunch or dinner spin, the saffron -and-cardamom vermicelli is baked into golden, crisp nests to create an edible bowl. Nestled inside are tender jumbo shrimp seasoned with Gulf black lime ( loomi ) and spiced aromatics, creating a vibrant contrast between crisp texture, rich sweetness, and zesty seafood warmth. Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Serves: 4 Estimated Calories: ~420 kcal per serving Ingredients For the Balaleet Nests 200g thin vermicelli pasta (broken into 2-inch pieces) 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted 3 tbsp sugar (or honey) 1 tsp ground cardamom ¼ tsp saffron threads (soaked in 2 tbsp hot rose water or warm water) 2 large eg...
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Eat Well Recipe: Heart-Healthy Mediterranean Plant-Based Sausage & Kale Wrap

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  Heart-Healthy Mediterranean Plant-Based Sausage & Kale Wrap Packed with plant-based protein , leafy greens, and heart-healthy omega-3 fats , this vibrant wrap delivers savoury, comforting flavours with zero cholesterol and minimal saturated fat . Prep Time Cook Time Servings Estimated Calories 15 minutes 15 minutes 4 servings ~320 kcal per serving Ingredients 4 large whole-wheat or whole-grain tortillas (high fibre) 4 plant-based Italian sausages (choose a lower-sodium, plant-based brand), sliced into rounds 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 3 cups fresh Tuscan kale , stemmed and roughly chopped 1 clove garlic , minced 2 tbsp ground flaxseed or chia seeds (stirred into a simple dressing or sprinkled directly for a boost of heart-healthy omega-3s) 1/2 cup canned white beans (cannellini or great northern) , rinsed and drained for added plant fibre 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes , quartered 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper and 1/4 tsp sea salt (optional) ...
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Fusion Recipe: Haring Cakalang Carpaccio

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  Haring Cakalang Carpaccio A vibrant maritime fusion blending Dutch cured herring elegance with the spicy, smoky zing of North Sulawesi’s Cakalang Fufu . This dish bridges two rich sea-faring traditions into an exquisite, cold appetiser. Traditional Dutch Hollandse Nieuwe (pickled/cured virgin herring) provides a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth richness, while Indonesian Cakalang (skipjack tuna) infuses an earthy, wood-smoked punch. Sliced paper-thin and drizzled with a zesty calamansi-dabu-dabu dressing, this raw carpaccio is elevated with fresh chilli, shallots, and fragrant basil, creating a refreshing burst of sea flavours and citrus heat. Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 0 minutes (no cooking required) Serves: 4 Estimated Calories: ~260 kcal per serving Ingredients For the Fish Base 4 fresh skinless fillets of cured Dutch herring ( Maatjesharing ), chilled 100g smoked skipjack tuna ( Cakalang Fufu ), finely shredded or paper-thin shaved 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (for ...
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