Author: Fafa Gilbert

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Juicy Oven baked Chicken & Potatoes recipe

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Juicy Oven baked Chicken & Potatoes recipe

Roast Chicken recipe

Introducing my Clay pot, slow cooked  and flavour packed Chicken and Potatoes One Pot meal  which can be enjoyed either for lunch or dinner. Impress your family, friends and dinner guests with this citrusy and umami packed meal.

The recipe also works perfectly with Duck, Turkey, Goose and Guinea fowl.

The next recipe is the citrusy and Umami packed sauce that was served with this one pot Chicken & Potatoes meal.

 

INGREDIENTS

4 Chicken Legs

500g of Potatoes

6-8 Bay leaves

3 teaspoonful of BUY NDUDU’S Ataadi Green Chilli Anchovy Sauce

5 tablespoonful of Olive oil

1 levelled teaspoon of Rosemary

1 tablespoonful of Cumin seeds

1 levelled teaspoon of Cubeb

3-4 large Banana Shallots or any Onion of your choosing

30g of fresh Ginger

Salt to taste

 

METHOD

Watch how to prepare this delicious Chicken & Potatoes dish below;

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Spring Feta & Chickpeas Soup using Buy Ndudu’s Rose Harissa Spice blend

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Spring Feta & Chickpeas Soup using Buy Ndudu’s Rose Harissa Spice blend

Feta & Chickpeas Soup recipe

Let’s make this quick and equally delicious Feta & Chickpeas soup using Buy Ndudu’s Rose Harissa Spice blend.

The soup can be enjoyed both warm or cold with ingredients that are accessible. Grab a bottle of our in house Clay Smoked Rose Harissa blend for this recipe.

INGREDIENTS

250g of cooked Chickpeas

80g of Feta

50g of all natural Yogurt

5 tablespoonfuls of Extra Virgin Olive oil

1 large Onion

2 tablespoonfuls of our Rose Harissa Spice blend

30g of chopped green parts of a Spring Onions

5 mint leaves

3 cloves of fermented Garlic or 2 cloves of Garlic

3 wild Garlic leaves & flowers (optional)

3 tablespoonfuls of Olive oil to warm up the cooked Chickpeas

1 tablespoonful of Raw Honey or the fermented Garlic Honey

Salt to taste

Feta & Chickepeas Warm Soup recipe

METHOD

Blend the Yogurt and Feta into a silky smooth consistency and transfer into a bowl

Dry roast the Rose Harissa for 30 seconds and add 1 tablespoon to the blended Feta

Add the Extra Virgin Olive oil, Salt to taste and the Spring Onions

Add the fermented Garlic and Honey

Mix till well combined and leave in the fridge whilst you tend to the Chickpeas

To a pan add your Olive oil, Salt to taste and Onions. Let it fry gently for 2 minutes and add the cooked Chickpeas.

Slow cook for 8 minutes until it’s warmed through. Add the remaining Rose Harissa and cook for a further minute.

Turn the heat off and add the Mint, Garlic leaves and Flowers.

At this point your Feta blend should be cold. Add the hot Chickpeas to the chilled Feta blend and your lunch is ready.

Rose Harissa

Enjoy the North African flavours, textures and different temperatures as you scoop and savour each morsel.

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CHICKPEAS & HALLOUMI SALAD RECIPE

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Detoxing Aloe Vera Juice recipe

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Detoxing Aloe Vera Juice recipe

Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera is packed with both antibacterial and anti oxidant properties which should be included in our diets more often.
Find the detailed health benefits of Aloe Vera Juice in the recipe video link below;

INGREDIENTS
150g of Aloe Vera Gel
180ml of Ginger juice
1 medium sized Cucumber
Juice of 1 large Lemon or 2 Limes
1 teaspoonful of Honey (optional)

METHOD

Watch how to prepare this detox Aloe Vera juice recipe below;

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Quick Macaroni & Salmon Salad recipe

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Quick Macaroni & Salmon Salad recipe

Macaroni Salad recipe

Family, let’s make this quick and flavoursome Macaroni Salad

INGREDIENTS
300g of Macaroni Pasta
5 tablespoonful of Extra Virgin Olive oil
1 litre of Water
1 large finely diced Red Onion
1 medium sized White Onion
1 medium sized chopped Red Pepper
1 tablespoonful of finely chopped fresh Dill
60g of steamed diced Carrots
60g of garden Peas (optional)
400g of lightly smoked cooked Salmon chunks
Half a teaspoon of Buy Ndudu Rose Harissa Spice blend
1 tablespoonful of Buy Ndudu Bolu (smoked Shrimp) Seasoning blend
Salt to taste or try Buy Ndudu’s Koobi Salt

DRESSING
60g of Mayonnaise
1 tablespoonful of horseradish or half a teaspoon of Mustard
1 tablespoonful of Buy Ndudu Minty Honey
4 tablespoonful of Apple Cider Vinegar
Salt to taste

 

METHOD

Watch how to prepare this quick and delicious Macaroni Salad below;

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Enjoy!

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Easy Pan griddled Chicken Skewers using Thighs & Drumsticks

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Easy Pan griddled Chicken Skewers using Thighs & Drumsticks

Pan Griddled Chicken Skewers recipe

INGREDIENTS
350g of cubed Chicken thighs & drumsticks (Leg)
3 tablespoonful of Buy Ndudu Xorla BBQ Rub
1 tablespoonful of Buy Ndudu’s Edzè Spice blend
1 large Lemon
5 tablespoonful of Olive oil
1 large Onion
Salt to taste

 

METHOD

Watch how to make this delicious Chicken Skewers recipe below;

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Spanish Seafood Paella recipe using Dzolof Spice blend

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Spanish Seafood Paella recipe using Dzolof Spice blend

Spanish Seafood Paella
Family,
Sharing how I make the tastiest Seafood Paella each time. A perfect recipe for the family and your guests.

INGREDIENTS
250g of Paella Rice
400ml of Water
1 tablespoonful of Buy Ndudu’s Bill blend (smoked Shrimp blend)
1 tablespoonful of Buy Ndudu’s Dzolof Blend
150g of Squid or Cuttlefish
500g of Black King Prawns
200g of Mussels
200g of Clams
300g of Chopped Tin Tomatoes
150g of diced Red Bell Peppers
1 large diced Onions
Salt and freshly milled Black Peppercorns to taste

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METHOD

Watch how to make this Spanish Seafood Paella using our Dzolof and Bolu Seasoning Blends below;

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The tastiest way to cooking Dried Anchovies (Abobi Tadi)

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The tastiest way to cooking Dried Anchovies (Abobi Tadi)

Family,
Introducing the tastiest way to enjoy your Anchovies at home. A rather quick and no fuss recipe which is equally packed with flavours.

INGREDIENTS
150g of Dried Anchovies
250g of Baby Plum Tomatoes or by fresh Tomatoes of your choice
2 Habanero Chillies/ Scotch Bonnet or 5 Kasoa Chillies (increase / decrease the quantity of Chillies to suit your palette)
20g of cold pressed Organic Coconut oil
1 large Onion
20g of fresh Ginger
3 cloves of Garlic
1 teaspoonful of Buy Ndudu Koobi blend (optional)
Salt to taste

 

METHOD

Watch how to prepare this classic Eweland Anchovies recipe known as Abobi Tadi below;

TO SERVE

Enjoy your Abobi Tadi with this instant fermented  Banku recipe below for that complete traditional feast;

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Moringa Coconut Brown Rice recipe in a Claypot

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Moringa Coconut Brown Rice recipe in a Claypot

Family,
Let’s make this nutrient packed and equally delicious Moringa Coconut Brown rice recipe

INGREDIENTS
250g of soaked Brown Rice
350ml of Coconut Milk
80ml of Water
1 heaped tablespoonful of Cold Pressed Organic Coconut oil
1 levelled teaspoon of Scotch Bonnet flakes / Rose Harissa from https://www.BuyNdudu.com
1 large Onion
2 medium sized or medium 1 large diced Carrot
2 Bayleaves
3 cloves of Garlic
Salt to taste

METHOD

Watch how to make this healthy African Moringa Coconut Rice recipe below;

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Charred Red Pepper Abomu in Asanka (Clay Grinding bowl)

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Charred Red Pepper Abomu in Asanka (Clay Grinding bowl)

Red Roast Pepper Abomu

Inspired by the Ghanaian Abom which is a sauce made in the local Asanka (Clay Grinding Bowl) is this roast Red Pepper version which is delicious.

To make this you’ll need;

INGREDIENTS 
1 large Red Pepper
1 large Onion
1 tablespoonful of Buy Ndudu Koobi blend
1 Habanero Chiili / 10 Kpakposhito (Pettie Belle Chillies) – The amount of Chillies should suit your personal preference
Salt to taste

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METHOD

Watch how to make this traditional Ghanaian sauce in a Clay bowl below;

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5 amazing Ginger Teas & Juices recipes to make at home

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5 amazing Ginger Teas & Juices recipes to make at home

Sharing my favourite Ginger juices & Teas recipes that I make at home to enjoy anytime of the day.

INGREDIENTS 

Prekese & Ginger Tea
1 teaspoonful of Buy Ndudu Prekese (Aidan fruit) powder
200ml of Water
100ml of spiced fresh Ginger juice
Half a teaspoon of Honey (optional)

Sorghum leaves & Ginger Tea
1 teaspoonful of Buy Ndudu Sorghum Tea blend
250ml of Water
100ml of spiced fresh Ginger juice
Half a teaspoon of Honey (optional)

Hibiscus & Ginger Tea
100g of Hibiscus leaves
3 strands of Sorghum leaves or half a teaspoon of Buy Ndudu Sorghum powder
1 Star Anise
2-3 Grains of Selim pods (Etso / Hwentia)
400ml of Water
100ml of fresh Ginger juice
1 tablespoonful of Honey (optional)

Ginger, Pineapple & Orange juice
100ml of fresh Ginger juice
80 ml of Pineapple Concentrate
100ml of freshly squeezed Orange juice with bits

Unpeeled fresh Ginger & Mixed Citrus fruit juice
400ml of fresh Ginger juice
Juice of 3 Clementines
Juice of 1 large Lemon
Juice of 1 large Grapefruit
1 cinnamon stick
10 cloves

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METHOD

Watch how to make these immune boosting juices at home below;

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Disclaimer
Even though these are all natural ingredients, please ensure you seek professional medical advise before you consume them; particularly if you have any pre existing conditions.