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Romanesco Stir-fry Bowl

Short Rib Tacos with Tomatillo Salsa

Grass Fed Seared Peppered Skirt Steak

Three Cheese Stuffed Shells

Turmeric Salmon

Asian Quinoa Salad

Asian Sesame Beef Salad

Chicken Stir Fry

Coconut Crusted Chicken Salad

Crispy Tofu 

Raymundo Agrazal

The main ingredient of the Mexican dip guacamole!!  Used for savory and sweet dishes, it always displays its subtle flavor and smooth texture. This oily fruit is recognized because of its nutritional value and its versatility in the kitchen. It is often referred as a superfood…which is not surprising given its health properties. It is true that it has fat but it is vegetable healthy oil with no cholesterol or saturated fat! It provides essential omega- 6 fatty acids, a type of polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) that helps stimulate hair and skin growth, regulate metabolism and maintain the reproductive system among other benefits. In addition, it also has dietary fiber, vitamin E, K, and phosphorus. 

Avocado

Crimini mushrooms are an excellent source of many minerals including copper, selenium and phosphorus. They are also an excellent source of B vitamins including vitamin B2, niacin and pantothenic acid. In addition, crimini mushrooms are a very good source of potassium, zinc, vitamin B1 and manganese.

Cremini Mushrooms

Because of its antibacterial properties, pepper is also used to preserve food. It is a rich source of manganese, iron, potassium, vitamin-C, vitamin K, and dietary fiber. Black pepper is also a very good anti-inflammatory agent.

Ground Black Pepper

Also known as koshering salt, it is specially recognized because of its flake-like shape. Even though all three salts- sea, table and kosher- contain the same amount of sodium per gram, kosher salt yields less sodium per tablespoon because of its coarser grain. In other words, it enhances the flavor of each ingredient while protecting your heart from an excessive sodium intake!!

Kosher Salt

One tablespoon of mayonnaise has 90 calories, and if that's all you're using, you're making a relatively healthy choice. "It's high in fat but not saturated fat," says Keri Gans, dietician, nutritionist and author of The Small Change Diet.

Mayonnaise

Nori

Because of its high fiber content, wild rice keeps your digestion smooth and helps lower cholesterol. Wild rice is a good source of essential minerals such as phosphorus, zinc and folate, which give you energy and nurture your bones. Vitamins A, C and E are essential for overall health and immunity.

Rice

Not only is rice vinegar calorie-free, but it's also sodium-free. Many Americans also consume an excessive amount of sodium, according to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Too much sodium in the diet may increase the risk of high blood pressure, but reducing your sodium intake by using foods such as rice vinegar may help reduce blood pressure.

Rice Wine Vinegar

Derived from the nutrient-rich seed, the aromatic sesame oil is famous in Asia for enhancing their meal´s with flavor and also greatly used in Ayurvedic medicine. The most significant nutrient it provides is vitamin K, essential for blood clotting and for the maintenance strong bones (aids mineralization). In addition, it has a natural antioxidant, sesamol, and the essential omega-6 fatty acids which help in brain functions and metabolism´s regulation.

Sesame Oil

Not only are sesame seeds an excellent source of copper and a very good source of manganese, but they are also a good source of calcium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B1, zinc, molybdenum, selenium, and dietary fiber. In addition to these important nutrients, sesame seeds contain two unique substances: sesamin and sesamolin. Both of these substances belong to a group of special beneficial fibers called lignans, and have been shown to have a cholesterol-lowering effect in humans, and to prevent high blood pressure and increase vitamin E supplies in animals. Sesamin has also been found to protect the liver from oxidative damage.

Sesame Seed

Soy sauce is used primarily in Asian dishes. It can be used as a marinade or as a complimentary condiment to a dish. Mainly people use it as an additional seasoning to Asian side dishes such as egg rolls, fried rice and crab rangoon. On meat as well; primarily it is used on pork, beef or chicken. It adds a salty flavor to food and only a small quantity impacts a dish.

Soy Sauce

The health benefits of wasabi include providing a reduced risk of cancer and heart disease, as well as anti-inflammatory properties for joints and muscles. It also helps to defend against bacterial infections in the body and mouth, and can even reduce the irritating effects of seasonal allergies.

Vegetable Sushi Bowl

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