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Seaweed has long been a popular addition to Asian cuisine, but it has only just begun to break into the mainstream Western food market. For many it conjures up an image of the plants you find washed up on the beach. These sea vegetables are really good for you and can be used in lots of different dishes. There is a misconception that seaweed is in some way fishy in flavour. This is not the case. It has a savoury, complex ‘umami’ taste, that some find challenging at first, but is actually mild and very palatable.

Check out ten of our favourite seaweed recipes:

HEALTHY SUBSTITUTES

Subtle changes to your diet can have a big positive impact on your health. Christmas tends to lead to an over indulgence. Don’t wait for the new year to start putting things right! Here we have a list of healthy substitutions that you can make, that will help you to a happier, healthier you!

TWELVE HOME-MADE CHRISTMAS GIFTS

Home-made gifts are a great way to show someone you care! Whether it is a box of home-made chocolates or home-made bath fizzers, we have a gift for everyone! We recommend making a home-made gift hamper full of lovely foodie treats – here are our favourite home-made presents!

HOW TO MAKE BURGERS – TOP 5 RECIPES

Home made burgers allow you to season with your favourite flavours. Vegetarian burgers can be made without the soya or wheat-gluten found in supermarket versions. Amaranth and quinoa make an excellent combination in this case and mean your finished burger is naturally gluten-free too!

For the meat-eater, then the bonus here is that you can choose the best quality meat, use little or no breadcrumbs and season with as much or as little salt, pepper or spice as you wish.

HOW TO USE BRAZIL NUTS

Brazil Nuts are such a versatile ingredient. They are a key ingredient in many dairy-alternative dishes. You can use brazil nuts to make mayonnaise, cheese-alternative and milk alternative! They also add flavour and crunch to salads, granola, cakes and brownies. Their distinctive flavour works well with both sweet and savoury dishes. We love them! Here are some of our favourite way to use this wonder nut!

HOW TO MAKE PORRIDGE: 8 DIFFERENT WAYS

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and on cold mornings, there’s nothing better than a bowl of hot porridge. There are so many ways to make porridge gluten-free and dairy-free. Teff, quinoa and amaranth can easily replace oats, and the alternatives to milk are ever-growing, with almond milk recently overtaking soya in popularity.

Here is our selection of healthy porridge recipes that are guaranteed to help start your day the right way!

HOW TO USE DESICCATED COCONUT

Desiccated coconut is synonymous with delicious treats like macaroons and truffles, but it can be used for a multitude of different recipes – both sweet and savoury! Check out our top eight ways to use desiccated coconut – including a handy how to guide in making coconut milk!

HOW TO USE CHESTNUTS

Chestnuts are a versatile and flavourful ingredient. We sell them in a variety of forms: vacuum packed, flour and puree! They can be used in both sweet and savoury dishes and work well in soups, cakes, sauces and stews!

Here are our top five recipes on how to use chestnuts!

HOW TO USE DRIED FRUIT

Dried fruit is a form of fruit that has had the majority of the water removed. Dried fruit has long been coveted through the ages, with examples being found from the fourth millennia BC.

We stock a wide range of dried fruit and they make a delicious snack. But they also make a fantastic addition to recipes – both sweet and savoury!

Here are some of our favourite recipes that use dried fruit!

HOW TO USE FREEZE DRIED FRUIT

Freeze Dried fruit is a great way to incorporate more fruit into your diet. It is dried in a unique way that freezes and removes the water from the fruit. The freeze-drying process also extends the shelf life of normally highly perishable foods, such as raspberries and strawberries.

We have a wide range of freeze dried fruit and herbs that can be used in a similar way to their fresh versions as well as new and exciting uses. For example, freeze dried fruit powders are particularly useful in recipes where the fresh version would have too much water. This the lack of water provides a concentrated flavour and natural food colouring.

These wonderfully versatile ingredients can be used in a variety of dishes from confectionery to cakes, to bread and drinks!

Here are 10 recipes showing you different ways to use freeze dried fruit…