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Make Your Own Kimchi? Yes You Can!

Love Wholesome contributor Jo-ann Huang tries her hand at making the national side dish of Korea. With a complex blend of spice, tang and sweetness, and an unforgettable bright red hue, kimchi has become Korea’s biggest cultural export along with K-pop. And while many people around the world have probably only discovered kimchi in recent decades, its origins date back more than 2,000 years to the Three Kingdoms era. Every Korean family has its own kimchi recipe, refined through several …

 Ingredients

Star Anise Secrets

If you’re familiar with Chinese cuisine, then star anise, with its distinctive, eight-pointed shape, will be no stranger to your kitchen. Its distinctive taste – with even more of the same compound that gives ordinary anise and liquorice their unique flavour – packs a huge punch in that small, pointy package and represents one of the five major spices in Chinese cooking. Those less accustomed to cooking Chinese dishes might not consider star anise a very versatile spice. How could …

 Home Cooked Dishes

Sweet Potato Nachos

Nachos don’t have to be an unhealthy snack anymore! This loaded sweet potato nachos dish is even tastier than the classic ones and will transform your Mexican nights. Experiment with your favourite toppings to create a delicious, healthy 20-minute dish that can be a great appetiser, movie snack or kid-friendly meal. Preparation time:  10 minutes | Cooking time: 10 minutes | Serves: Up to 6

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HEALTHY RECIPES

Brown Rice and Quinoa Loaf Bread (Vegan and Celiac Friendly)

Making this bread had been a mission more complicated than we would have anticipated. Because we were trying to create a version of gluten free bread that was free of eggs but would rise normally and retained its softness and moistness inside. After several attempts, we had successfully achieved a recipe that could pass on as loaf bread itself, with the additions of quinoa and brown-rice of course.

Cassoulet

Cassoulet originated from the Languedoc region of southern France, and originally consisted of haricot beans cooked in a stew pot with pork rind and seasoning. Over the years many different versions have evolved, and the recipe below is based on the Toulouse version. It’s open to interpretation of course, but don’t worry about authenticity; instead, just enjoy it for what it is – a delicious, rich dish that’s a classic of French country cooking. Preparation time:  1 hour | Cooking time: 2 hours 10 minutes | …

Olive and Artichoke Focaccia

The tastes of olives and artichokes are the heroes of this homemade Focaccia bread that can be served as a hearty appetiser or a satisfying breakfast treat. This recipe creates a soft, chewy Focaccia and is complemented by a generous topping of herbs and garlic. Preparation time: 1 hour+ | Cooking time: 25 minutes | Serves: Up to 6

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