The air quality has been deteriorating in the past weeks due to the numerous forest fires in neighbouring Indonesia. The haze can introduce harmful particles into the air, challenging our immune systems. While we can’t control the weather, we can certainly take control of our health.
In this post, we will share a collection of five immunity-boosting dishes created with Thermomix®. These dishes are not only delicious but are also packed with immune-boosting ingredients. Get ready to enhance your well-being as we embark on a flavorful journey towards a healthier you. Get the recipe links by clicking onto the dish name!
1. Iced Lemon Tea with Lemon Grass
Cool off and revitalize your body with a glass of Iced Lemon Tea infused with invigorating lemongrass, effortlessly created using your Thermomix®. The zesty lemon combines with the soothing essence of lemongrass to offer a revitalizing experience while aiding your immune system. Thanks to the Thermomix®, this chilled beverage is a breeze to prepare, ensuring you stay cool and resilient in the face of environmental challenges.
3 stalks of lemons, cut into 4 pieces
400 g ice cubes
20 g lemongrass ，cut
60 g sugar (adjust according to taste)
800 g brewed black tea (room temp)
- Place the lemongrass, lemon, ice cubes and sugar into the mixing bowl, blend 6 sec / speed 6
- Add 800g tea into the mixing bowl, use the simmering basket to strain
2. Spiced roasted mixed nuts
Elevate your snacking game with Spiced Roasted Mixed Nuts, prepared effortlessly using your Thermomix®. Packed with immune-boosting ingredients like cumin, coriander, garlic, and more, these nuts are your perfect allies in combatting the haze. The Thermomix® ensures that the spiced coating evenly envelops a luxurious mix of macadamia nuts, cashews, almonds, walnuts, pecans, and hazelnuts. The result? A crunchy, flavor-packed blend that fortifies your body while tantalizing your taste buds. Get the recipe here
3. Salmon with lemon hollandaise, asparagus and rice
This dish features succulent salmon, vibrant asparagus, and perfectly cooked rice, all crowned with a luscious Lemon Hollandaise sauce. Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from salmon and vitamin C from lemon, this recipe is a powerhouse of nutrition and flavor.
4. Steamed Chicken with Chicken Essence
This nourishing dish is the perfect booster after a long day!
Ingredients:
1 kampung chicken (chopped into 8 pieces)
1 metal plate
1 rice bowl
1600g water
Preparation
- Place rice bowl wide side facing down the metal plate. Arrange the chicken around the bowl.
- Place the whole plate into the varoma dish.
- Steam for 90mins/Varoma/Speed 1
- Remove chicken pieces. Hold the rice bowl firmly onto the metal plate & turn it over.
5. Red dates and hawthorn chicken soup
Packed with the natural goodness of red dates and hawthorn, it’s a soothing blend that promotes wellness and bolsters your immune system. With the Thermomix®’s multiple functions, this soup becomes your go-to elixir for navigating through environmental challenges, ensuring you stay hearty and healthy all year round.