Nutrition Centre Recipes
Enjoy delicious and multicultural recipes, many of which are adjusted to improve their nutritional profile, without compromising on taste
Dhal Katchori
13 June 2010
Dhal katchori is one of those classic Gujarati-style snacks that bring life to afternoon tea. However when deep fried, each one gives you almost 250 Calories, so enjoy them, but only on occasions if you want to look after your health.
Mkluba
2 June 2010
Feast your eyes on this Syrian creation of layered meat, aubergines and rice, cooked in a tomato flavoured sauce. It makes a perfect dinner party or weekend meal and the best news is that there’s not a red traffic light in sight!
Hondwo
28 May 2010
A traditional Hondwo is handy when you are expecting guests home for tea. Try this recipe — it’s been made healthier by the addition of carrots, cabbage and peas, cooked in flavoursome spices that help you use less salt.
Kibbi
21 May 2010
You may be familiar with kebabs but have you tried kibbi? This minced lamb (or beef) is cooked with pine nuts and then coated in a flavoursome pastry made from spiced meat and wheat. Simply brush with oil and bake in the oven – no more smells of deep frying in your kitchen!
Tabouleh – Parsley Salad
12 May 2010
A salad isn’t just about lettuce and cucumber. This classic Middle Eastern dish combines vibrant green parsley and fragrant mint with bulgur wheat, which is a slowly digested, healthy carbohydrate. Serve it guilt-free with grilled meats or fish.
Fish and okra soup
29 April 2010
This warming and filling soup is a traditional dish from West Africa. It combines pureed okra with smoked mackerel to give you depth of flavour and an unusual sticky texture.
Grilled plantain
21 April 2010
Plantains are the starchy cousin of the banana, but when prepared, they can really outdo their fellow fruit foe in versatility as well! Grill or bake plantains and then dress them up with your favourite condiments. Our go-to for this recipe is peanut butter; the perfect blend of equal parts sweet, salty, and creamy or crunchy - however you like it!
Nisha ji Rab
5 April 2010
Muscat is the place where this hot, creamy dessert originated. It combines aromatic cardamom and brightly coloured saffron topped with crunchy almonds and pistachios — a characteristic mix of the Middle East.
Dudhi and Lentil Curry
4 April 2010
If you like traditional dhal (lentil) curry but fancy something a little different, then this Oman-style creation will inspire you. The split chickpeas (channa dhal) are infused with an array of spices and cooked with dudhi, a vegetable also known as calabash or bottle gourd.
Fish Biryani
27 March 2010
Love your biryani but believe it’s out of bounds? Then try this salmon biryani that is lower in saturated fat but scores high in flavour!
Ice in Heaven
12 March 2010
Stuck for a dessert recipe? Here’s a new one with an Iranian twist. It is a traditional recipe with a lot of sugar, so make sure you save it for special occasions.
Lubia Pilau
27 February 2010
You may have tried a pilau at an Indian restaurant or at home, but this one has an Iranian twist to it. Lean lamb and green beans are layered with aromatic saffron rice and sliced potatoes. A perfect dish for entertaining or to serve as a family meal.
