Fried Potatoes

Fried Potatoes

I absolutely love fried potatoes from my favourite Thai take away and this recipe using 'spicebag' seasoning is a healthier, lower calorie recreation.

Ingredients
  

  • Baby potatoes
  • Mixed peppers
  • Garlic
  • Red onions
  • Olive Oil
  • Spicebag seasoning (purchased from Aldi)
  • Chilli powder & Cayenne pepper *Only add cayenne pepper if you like very spicy food

Instructions
 

  • Pre-heat oven.
  • Chop up all of the veg and place on a baking tray (lined with baking parchment).
  • Drizzle olive oil over the veg and add seasoning. Ensure to mix around the veg to cover entirely.
  • Cook in the oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping over half way.
  • Serve & enjoy!

Protein Pancakes

Protein Pancakes

The beauty of these pancakes is that they can be made using a bullet style blender, so no whisking and no mess! You can add more or less oats to increase or decrease the calorie content. This recipe has been created using whey protein as plant based proteins generally don't cook with the same taste or texture. The shape of the pancakes can be achieved by cooking 2-3 small pancakes in a large pan, or by using a small pan (will take longer).

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 – 2 scoops oats (60g)
  • 1 egg
  • 1 egg white
  • Dash vanilla essence/ vanilla powder
  • 3 – 4 heaped tbsp quark (0% Greek yoghurt can be used too, but will reduce the thickness of the mixture)
  • 3/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1.5 scoop MyProtein Cookies and Cream Diet Whey Note that any kind of whey can be used to make pancakes, diet whey is no better than normal whey or an isolate form when it comes to protein content. I find the added ingredients in this diet whey doesn't result in a dry pancake, whereas normal whey versions can. However, I tend to mix it up between this flavour and the regular Chocolate Brownie flavour. The scoop serving comes with the packet of protein (~30g per serving).
  • Toppings of choice eg. fruit, nuts, maples syrup, low calorie sauces etc.

Instructions
 

  • Blend the oats until they form a flour-like consistency. Take them out of the blender and leave them aside.
  • Blend the eggs, vanilla essence and greek yoghurt.
  • Add in the oat 'flour', protein & baking powder. Blend until there are no traces of unmixed protein or oats. Do not mix for too long or the mix will form air.
  • Heat the pan to a medium-high temperature using a low calorie spray.
  • Pour the batter to the desired shape.
  • Flip the pancakes when the underside starts to harden and bubbles begin to form on top. Turn down the heat when flipped.
  • Add more low calorie spray, more batter and repeat.
  • Once cooked, add your toppings and enjoy!

Basic Bitch Beans

Basic Bitch Beans

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Growing up, beans on toast was astaple meal in my household, but the traditional, ready-made baked beans tend to be full of sugar and additives. However, this doesn't mean they shouldn't make the cut. Beans are a great source of soluble fibre, protein and minerals such as iron, folate, zinc and magnesium. They are also rich in polyphenols, a type of anti-oxidant that helps protect against cancer and feeds your gutmicrobes! This recipe is by no means perfected and can be chopped and changed as much as you like.
Note: Beans are a FODMAP that may trigger IBS symptoms.

Ingredients
  

  • A mixture of beans, eg. Borlotti, Cannelini and/or Kidney beans Beans can be purchased in a tinfull of water or dried. If you are purchasing them dried, you must soakovernight. This makes them easier to digest, reducing the negative healthbenefits associated with lectins (protection protein present in plants that cancause digestive issues).
  • Cherry tomatoes The amount will depend on how saucey you like your beans. This can range anywhere from 8-20 cherry tomatoes. Passata can also be added in.
  • Small clove of garlic
  • Red onion Add as little or as much as you like
  • Peppers Add as little or as much as you like
  • Salt & Pepper

Optional Additives

  • Smoked paprika, cumin & chilli
  • 1 tbsp Maple syrup (adds sweetness)
  • 1 tbsp Apple Cider vinger (adds a tangy taste)
  • Cheese ('cause cheese)

Instructions
 

  • Chop up the veggies and allow them to simmer in the pot or pan to release the flavours.
  • When they are nicely cooked, add in the seasoning & any additional ingredients eg. passata, maple syrup & apple cider vinegar.
  • Rinse beans well through a sieve and add to the pot.
  • Bring the beans to a boil.
  • Cook at a medium-high heat for 5 minutes, ensuring to mix thoroughly and frequently to avoid the mixture sticking to the pot.
  • Allow the beans to simmer on a low heat, for another 3-4 minutes.
  • When the mixture is ready for serving, you can add in cheddar cheese if you wish (Note: this will increase the calories of the mixture).
  • Serve and enjoy!