Serves: 4-6 Ingredients: 1 medium free-range egg 175mL low fat milk 175mL Brancourts Cottage Cheese (97% Fat Free, Classic, Lactose free, Protein +), plus extra to serve Pinch salt 1 cup plain flour Oil, to grease pan 1 bag dried apricots, chopped Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries or mango slices, to serve (optional) Method: Place egg, milk, […]

Cool down this summer with a vibrant Dragon Fruit Smoothie Bowl—packed with antioxidants, fiber & healthy fats for a refreshing start!Cool down this summer with a vibrant Dragon Fruit Smoothie Bowl—packed with antioxidants, fiber & healthy fats for a refreshing start!

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Water and remaining hydrated is imperative for our health. Not only on hot days but for our kidney health, to lower our blood pressure, to remove toxins and to prevent fainting in the hot, summer weather. Lack of water can make you feel dizzy and fatigued. You may also find that you have a headache. It can cause problems with your digestive system and long-term effects can cause a range of health issues. There is a long list of how it can damage your health.

This Sweet & Sour Adobo is extra tasty from the marinated chicken and the thick sauce full of flavour. Pineapple provides the wonderful sweetness in this dish and the sourness of the apple-cider vinegar is delicately balanced with the salty tamari, while herbs and spices add layers of flavour. While this dish takes a little longer to make, the result is nutritious and incredibly delicious.

If you’ve ever visited the Philippines, you’ll know very well the sound of street vendors calling “Tahoooooo”! Served as a delicious breakfast or a treat at any other time of day, Taho is made of layers of lush silken tofu, rich sweet syrup and pops of tapioca pearls. It is traditionally served warm, but can also be eaten cold. I made mine using boba pearls, purchased at my local Asian grocer, because I love the drama of those big pearls, but you can also use traditional tapioca pearls or even sago.

This combination of pork mince with onion, tomatoes, carrots, capsicum and peas is a wonderful meal, high in protein, vitamins, minerals and fibre. It’s a comforting dish often served during special occasions but is also enjoyed as an everyday meal due to its ease of cooking and the balance of the rich sauce with fresh vegetables and meat.

Adobo is often considered the national dish of the Philippines, and this healthier version maintains all the bold notes while reducing calories. By using skinless chicken breast and replacing traditional rice with cauliflower rice, I have created a lighter dish that’s still incredibly satisfying. The chicken is cooked in a tangy, savoury sauce made with apple-cider vinegar, wheat-free tamari and garlic — hallmark flavours of Filipino cuisine.

Buko Pandan is a beloved Filipino dessert that combines the refreshing flavours of young coconut (buko) and pandan leaves. This lighter version reduces the sugar content and incorporates chia seeds for added nutrition. The result is a creamy, fragrant dessert that’s perfect for warm days or as a light end to a meal. The green colour from the pandan gives it a vibrant appearance, while the coconut provides a tropical twist. This dessert is not only delicious but also offers some nutritional benefits from the coconut and chia seeds.