Healthy eating is an important part of staying physically and mentally fit. Of course, this can have its challenges such as finding meals, prep, time for healthy options outside the home, and using the money for nicer things. Fortunately, we can consider the benefits of cooking healthy recipes at home which also saves your money and make an overall healthy eating lifestyle, more enjoyable. Let’s see how.
Healthy recipes – Satay Tempeh Skewers With Asian Slaw
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Ingredients
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- 14 oz. (400g) natural tempeh
For the marinade:
- ¼ cup (45g) crunchy peanut butter
- 3 tbsp. coconut milk (more if required)
- 1 tbsp. sesame oil
- 1 tbsp. lime juice
- 1 tbsp. tamari (or soy sauce)
- 1 tbsp. honey
- 1 tsp. chili paste (sambal oelek)
- 1 tsp. ginger, grated
For the slaw:
- 300g red cabbage, shredded
- 1 tbsp. sesame oil
- 1 tsp. honey
- 1 tbsp. lime juice
- 2 tsp. ginger, grated
- sesame seeds, to serve
Method
- Cut the tempeh into 32 even cubes.
- Mix all the marinade ingredients in a bowl. Add the tempeh to the marinade and stir until all cubes are covered. Cover the dish or place in an airtight container and store in the fridge overnight (or a least 1-2 hours).
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Thread the marinated tempeh on skewers (4 cubes on each), then place on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes checking to prevent burning. Save the rest of the marinade for serving.
- Mix all the slaw ingredients and season with salt and pepper, then mix well and set aside.
- Once tempeh is ready, serve 2 skewers per person with a drizzle of the leftover sauce, alongside the Asian slaw. Sprinkle with sesame seeds to serve.
Preparation
- Preparation Time – overnight
- Cooking Time – 20 mins
- Serves – 4
Nutritional Intake per serving
- Calories – 500 Kcal
- Carbs – 19 (g)
- Fats – 30 (g)
- Protein – 32 (g)
Food Type
- Vegetarian
- Gluten free
- Diet free
- Contain Nuts
Benefits of homemade healthy recipes
- It saves time– When you’re in a hurry, eating a takeaway from your local supermarket or nearby restaurant may seem like a quick fix. In fact, it is sometimes much faster to cook something at home especially when planning ahead. There are many meals that can be prepared in less than 30 minutes.
- Portion Control– Many restaurants and fast-food outlets serve larger portions than recommended. And the problem is that you can eat the food when it’s right in front of you. You can adjust the amount of food served at dinner when you eat to eliminate unnecessary temptations. Do you know these eating patterns can actually impact you daily? Know more.
- Healthy Ingredients– Many commercial foods are high in fat, salt, and sugar. When we prepare our food, we know what the ingredients are and what each one does in our food.
- Avoid food allergies and sensitivities– Preparing meals at home can be especially helpful if you or a family member has food allergies (1). You can reduce the problem of allergies because you can control them in your own kitchen.
- Bring the family together – Eating at home gives the whole family time to talk about their day. Involving your kids in food preparation is not only fun but wonderful. Also, a way to learn healthy eating habits.
- Save Money – Eating a home-cooked meal is much cheaper than eating out at a restaurant or buying processed food from the market. You pay not only your bill but also the costs of running your business. Water, lights, and staff in the building – except for the food we eat. The same goes for ready-made and frozen foods at the grocery store.
“Eating healthy, clean and nutrient-rich food fills your body with energy, nutrients, and antioxidants. Imagine your cells smiling back at you saying thanks!!”
