PALEO KOOFTEH (PERSIAN MEATBALLS

PALEO KOOFTEH (PERSIAN MEATBALLS

SERVES 4 (MAKES 10 MEATBALLS) Like most Middle Eastern dishes, koofteh takes a while to make because the meatballs are simmered in broth, low and slow. This dish is perfect for a leisurely weekend dinner. Traditionally this recipe calls for white rice, but I’ve...
BANGKOK MEATBALLS

BANGKOK MEATBALLS

SERVES 6 This twist on a traditional meatball is to die for! Thai flavors are some of my favorites and I jump at every opportunity to experiment with them. Thai chili peppers are sometimes hard to come by. If you can’t find some, serrano peppers make a good...
SPICY PARSNIP HUMMUS

SPICY PARSNIP HUMMUS

SERVES 8 I wanted to make hummus similar to the kind that I enjoyed growing up. My mom’s version uses a lot of garlic. I stayed mostly true to her recipe but slightly enhanced it by adding a little kick! I had her test it and she said the flavors were unbelievably...
SMOKED SALMON NORI WRAPS WITH WASABI MAYO

SMOKED SALMON NORI WRAPS WITH WASABI MAYO

SERVES 6 Iodine is a trace mineral that plays an essential role in optimal thyroid function. We should be conscious of iodine when following a Paleo diet. Many people may not be getting enough iodine when processed foods are eliminated and table salt is replaced by...
SARDINE SPREAD

SARDINE SPREAD

SERVES 6 I rarely use canned products but fresh sardines are hard to come by. Sardines are loaded with nutrients, so it is worth the trade-off! They are a great source of omega-3 fats, vitamin D, vitamin B12 and selenium. If you do find fresh sardines, they taste...