Serves 4
1 English cucumber, chopped
1 avocado, peeled & pitted
1” ginger, grated
4-5 mint leaves
3 tbsp lime juice
1 cup coconut milk
1 tbsp agave nectar
Place all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth and creamy. This will make a relatively thick soup. If you want a thinner version, simply add some extra water or apple juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve chilled.
Coconut Chicken Tenders
Serves 4
2 packages chicken tenders
1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
2 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
1 tsp each salt & pepper
½ cup coconut milk
Couple tablespoons flour
Olive oil
Combine the shredded coconut, sesame seeds, salt & pepper in a shallow dish. Put the coconut milk in a separate shallow dish. Dust the tenders with flour, dip in coconut milk, then into the shredded coconut mixture. Be sure to coat the tenders thoroughly on both sides. Heat a few tablespoons of olive oil in a sauté pan over medium heat. Carefully add the tenders in and cook for about 5 minutes on the first side, until the coconut is golden brown, then flip over and cook another 3-5 minutes on the second side, or until the second side has browned and the tenders are cooked through.
Maple Ginger Soy Glazed Grilled Asparagus
Serves 4
1 bunch asparagus
2 tbsp soy
2 tbsp maple
1 tbsp grated ginger
1 clove garlic, grated
1 tbsp canola or peanut oil
Combine ingredients, soy through oil and mix well. Trim the asparagus stalks, place in a container or plastic bag then pour the glaze over. Toss well to make sure all asparagus are coated evenly. Let hang out in glaze, up to 30 minutes, until ready to grill. Preheat grill to medium-high. Place asparagus on grill and cook for 2-3 minutes, turn, and cook another minute or so. Asparagus should have some nice grill marks and be al-dente.
Ginger is one of the world’s oldest medicinal spices. The popular food items containing it today, gingerbread and ginger ale, both originated as folk remedies and medical treatments. And its healing properties still keep ginger at the top of the list today. Ginger aids in digestion, helps to eliminate intestinal gas, and relaxes the intestinal tract. It is often used to treat nausea associated with motion sickness, vertigo and morning sickness. It stimulates circulation and is stimulating to a tired body. Ginger is a popular remedy for colds and flues as it has helps to heat up the body and neutralize toxins. It also has potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which have been shown to provide relief for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis sufferers.
Serves 4
Season 4 6oz salmon fillets with a drizzle of soy sauce, sprinkle of sesame oil, generous grating of fresh ginger, salt and pepper. Let marinade for 10-15 minutes.
While salmon is marinating, prepare the green beans (about 4 hand fulls). Trim off the ends and blanch in boiling salted water for about 5 minutes, until bright green and al dente. Drain and set aside. In the same sauté pan, heat a couple tablespoons of canola oil. Add a pinch (or two if you like more heat) of red chili flakes, a couple cloves of garlic- minced, and a tablespoon or so of fresh grated ginger. Sauté for a minute then add back in the green beans and toss to coat evenly with the spices. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and set aside.
Time to cook the salmon… you can either throw the fillets on the grill for 5-7 minutes. OR sear (skin side up) for 2-3 minutes in a sauté pan with a little oil, then flip over and transfer to a 350˚ oven for 5-7 minutes to finish cooking.
Serve the salmon and green beans with some brown rice.
Cucumber GingerMint Sake Spritzer
6 Cucumber slices
1 Thin slice fresh ginger
10 Mint leaves
1 lime wedge
2 oz sake
Ginger soda
Ice
In the bottom of a highball glass, vigorously muddle the cucumber, ginger, mint, and lime with a wooden spoon. Fill glass with ice, pour in sake, and top off with your favorite ginger soda. Garnish with a cucumber slice and mint sprig. Cheers!
Ginger: We often think of this flowering rhizome when baking cookies around the holidays, or when eating Asian cuisine. But ginger has more to offer than as a seasoning or spice. It also boasts potent healing properties.
Ginger has long been known to be helpful with nausea, vomiting, morning sickness and motion sickness. But research is now showing that it also has anti-inflammatory properties, helpful for treating arthritis symptoms, and blood thinning properties similar to aspirin. Additionally, ginger helps to boost the immune system, relieve gas and stimulate digestion. When used fresh in meat and bean dishes, ginger helps to break down proteins making these foods easier to digest.
Ginger’s warming properties make it an ideal addition to your diet during the cold months. Grate fresh ginger into soups, stir fries, or marinades. Steep a slice in hot water with lemon and honey for a deliciously sweet, soothing yet mildly spicy tea. Kept in the freezer, fresh ginger will last indefinitely. Grate what you need, when you need.
Take one Ginger and call me in the morning!
Just made this juice this morning. Great start to the day. My son named it…
Rango Tango Juice
makes about 4 8oz servings
4 carrots
½ beet
1 small cucumber
4 celery
1 large bunch spinach
Handful of parsley
2 green apples
1” ginger
Wash all produce thoroughly and chop into small pieces. Toss into juicer and enjoy.
We often think of this flowering rhizome when baking cookies around the holidays, or when eating Asian cuisine. But ginger has more to offer than as a seasoning or spice. It also boasts potent healing properties.
Ginger has long been known to be helpful with nausea, vomiting, morning sickness and motion sickness. But research is now showing that it also has anti-inflammatory properties, helpful for treating arthritis symptoms, and blood thinning properties similar to aspirin. Additionally, ginger helps to boost the immune system, relieve gas and stimulate digestion. When used fresh in meat and bean dishes, ginger helps to break down proteins making these foods easier to digest.
Ginger’s warming properties make it an ideal addition to your diet during the cold months. Grate fresh ginger into soups, stir fries, or marinades. Steep a slice in hot water with lemon and honey for a deliciously sweet, soothing yet mildly spicy tea. Kept in the freezer, fresh ginger will last indefinitely. Grate what you need, when you need.
Take one Ginger and call me in the morning!
