Maliha Cooks

As a lover of Japanese food, I am always eager to learn how to prepare traditional recipes at home. What I love about this Udon Noodle Soup is just how adaptable it is. The chicken broth can be replaced with vegetable or beef broth and cod can be replaced with prawns, chicken, meat or tofu! You can also add or replace any of the vegetable components to suit you or whatever is in the fridge.  This recipe, however, is by far my favourite combination. The melt-in-the-mouth cod and rich broth create a warming sensation on your taste buds. Whilst the spinach and broccolini add a welcome freshness to liven up the broth and balance the flavours. It is the perfect meal for any day.  Ingredients (serves 2)  For the broth: ·       1 packet of pre boiled udon noodles ·       400 ml chicken/vegetable broth ·       1 medium onion ·       100g spinach ·       100g broccolini  ·       1 spring onion  ·       ¼ cup soy sauce ·       2 tbsp apple cider vineg

This immunity drink is packed with goodness to give you a warm and relaxing start to your day. Not only do the rich ingredients strengthen your immune system during cold and flu season, but they can be added to your daily routine to detoxify your body every morning. The recipe is super simple and can be consumed as a tea if you add more water to the mixture.  I have grown up being given a variety of spices and herbal concoctions for almost every ailment. After experimenting with my own combinations I believe that this drink truly helps me to keep healthy during cold and flu season as it helps to ease a sore throat and soothe the symptoms for a common cold. The ingredients are packed full of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties which are sure to provide your immune system with a boost!  Ingredients: Makes 5 servings ·       2 tbsp. turmeric (use turmeric root where possible but powder works just fine too!) ·       1 inch ginger chopped finely