Christmas Fruitcake (Grain/Gluten-free) made with Banana Flour This fruit cake is very easy to make and perfect for Christmas and other celebrations. Even fruitcake connoisseurs will never guess that this is not made with traditional wheat flour. Ingredients 125g butter ¾ cups dark granulated sugar (brown, muscovado or coconut) 1kg mixed dried fruit ½ cup […]
I wanted to test Otto’s Cassava flour in a classic recipe so I had to reach for the NZ classic Edmonds cookbook. Our family have eaten a fair few banana cakes but this gluten/grain free version turned out so good that hubby announced it was the “best I’ve ever made”! The flavour is unchanged from […]
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These crepes are as light and delicate as any traditional crepe and so much better for you. The banana flour is high in potassium and resistant starch and the psyllium husk adds additional fibre. Use any milk you prefer; almond, soy, coconut etc, you may need to adjust the quantity a little. I serve mine […]
A crowd pleaser of a dessert that works with any stone fruit you have on hand. A galette is perfect for working with gluten free pastry as it requires little handling of the pastry which is more delicate without the gluten and any imperfections just add to the rustic look. Play around with the flavours […]
Create these great wraps for lunches and dinners. Grain free and nut free. Three quarters of a cup of Otto’s Cassava Flour Quarter teaspoon sea salt 2 tablespoons all of oil Olive oil new line One third of a cup of warm water Instructions Whisk together the flour and salt. Add the oil and warm […]
Spicy Gluten Free Fruit Loaf with Natural Evolution Foods Ultimate Gluten Free Baking Flour (Banana Flour) Ingredients: 1 ½ cups warm water 3 Tbsp golden syrup or other liquid sweetener (coconut nectar, maple, honey, agave) 2 Tbsp active dry yeast 3 eggs 2 tsp apple cider vinegar 2 Tbsp coconut oil or butter 1 ½ […]
This cacao recipe is a rich dessert for a special occasion that’s as easy to make as it is impressive. Ingredients Base 1 cup Dates 1 1⁄2 cups of Nuts (almonds, walnuts, or even a blend) 1⁄2 cup of Desiccated Coconut + additional 1/3 cup for lining base 2 Tbsp Cacao Powder pinch of salt […]
Custard is a favourite accompaniment to dessert. This version is a gluten free and dairy free custard, but still as smooth and flavourful as the traditional version. Making your own custard gives you the freedom to use quality ingredients, and use the type of sweetener, and the amount that is right for you and your […]
Tulsi Turmeric Tonic This is a very easy fermented tonic to make using the same methods used to make ginger beer. A great one to have on hand during winter to help ward of colds, or as a daily tonic for those with inflammatory problems like rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis, crohn’s disease or chronic sinusitis. […]
This salad tastes as good as looks. Sauerkraut can be quite acidic, but the addition of fruit adds a complementary sweetness to the sour flavour. Watercress has come out top in a study of 47 different fruits and vegetables. Researchers from the William Paterson University of New Jersey tested them for their levels of 17 […]
Cultured or fermented vegetables are simple to make, last many months and are great to keep in the fridge to add to meals. Containing probiotics, they are extra healthy for you too. Some examples of fermented vegetables are: sauerkraut, pickles kimchi fermented chutneys condiments. The process is simple, involving preparing the vegetables and placing into […]
Tzatziki is a Greek sauce usually made with yoghurt, but we’ve used homemade Kefir for a richer, mega probiotic hit. After tasting this easy to make, homemade extra healthy Tzatziki sauce recipe , you won’t want to go back. 4 cups Kefir ½ Telegraph Cucumber 1 tsp Salt 1 Clove Garlic Sprig of mint Squeeze […]
To make your own Kefir cultures at home is easy. First you choose the type of Kefir you want to make Milk Kefir Water Kefir Coconut Water Kefir (Descriptions of what the different cultures taste like.) Then you decide on the culture starter you want to use to make it. There are 2 types: Grains […]
What is Kefir? Kefir is a fermented beverage, of which there are several types. Most commonly Kefir is made by fermenting milk, but there are non dairy variants, such as water Kefir, and coconut water Kefir. Kefir is a centuries old drink that originated in the North Caucasus mountains. The name ‘Kefir’ is derived from […]
In Part 2 of our good gut health series. A quick and easy infographic to show you the difference between prebiotics and probiotics. What they both do and the food sources you can find them from. At Food Compass we stock Body Ecology for our range of Probiotics and Prebiotics. While you can eat a number […]
Your stomach is in a delicate balance. A constant flux of different micro-organisms growing and dying every moment. In our first post in a 7 part series on good gut health, we focus on helping you understand the huge impact your gut health can actually have on your body. So when it come to […]
Sticky Date Pudding is a modern British classic. This version is grain, gluten and dairy free. Cook the caramel sauce while the puddings are in the oven, and it will all be ready at the same time. Serves 4 Ingredients for Paleo Pudding 500g Dates (about ½ cup or 12 dates) ¼ cup boiling water ½ […]
Pumpkin soup is always a favourite. This pumpkin soup recipe adds NZ kumara for sweetness and flavour and the chickpeas add extra fiber and protein to make this a thick and filling soup. Serves 6 1 cup dried Chickpeas Chickpeas + ½ cup extra for the roasted chickpea topping 600g Pumpkin (approx ⅔ medium sized […]
I created these as a grain free option to pop my poached eggs on and mop up the runny yolks. These are a high in fibre with simple clean ingredients, and if you make a few ahead of time you can keep some in the freezer ready for a quick breakfast. I prefer to make […]
