Used for its medicinal and culinary uses across China, India, Japan, and Korea, lion’s mushrooms have become quite popular over recent years. Not only does it go by many other names (including Hericium erinaceus, hou tou gu, yamabushitake, and even pom pom mushroom), but it is also considered a ‘functional food’ – one that provides numerous health benefits. Read on and discover the health benefits lion’s mushroom provides, and find ways that you can prepare and cook them at home. Why you should be eating Lion’s mane mushrooms Lion’s mane mushrooms resemble a white shaggy ball of closely packed threads, icicles, or soft…
Wake up to a breakfast that feels indulgent — but is light enough to leave you ready for the day. This golden-crispy courgette rösti topped with runny fried…
We’ve all been teary-eyed when helping chop onions in the kitchen. No matter what we wear or which onions we choose to chop, it seems like we’re stuck with crying over onions as a curse that we won’t ever lift. Or will it? Discover the secret to chopping onions backed by science, and feel relieved that there is a dry, tearless future. What scientists did When onions are cut, they release a compound called synpropanethial-S-oxide that triggers nerves responsible for producing tears. To find an alternative, tearless way to chop onions, a team of researchers at Cornell University in the…
There’s nothing quite like a bowl of hot, steaming, fluffy rice. It’s got just the right amount of softness to it, with the right amount of chewiness for…
Try our delicious gammon crostinis for a festive fix, last-minute plans, or lazy post-Christmas snacks. Use your leftover Christmas gammon to create a tasty meal that looks a little bit fancy (without the work!). These colourful crostinis create a shareable feast that can be passed around the table or the campfire to delight the whole family. Also See: Summer salad with pan-fried pork https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/summer-salad-with-pan-fried-pork Recipe and image: SA Pork
Worcestershire sauce may sit quietly at the back of your cupboard, but this little bottle has the power to revive dull dishes with just a drizzle. South African…
As consumers, we assume that the honey, olive oil, maple syrup or brie is exactly that. Unfortunately, in many instances, that’s not the case. Fake food or food fraud costs billions each year globally, and has consumers paying more for lower-quality and mislabelled products. Common items are mixed with cheaper ingredients or mislabelled to appear premium. Not only do you as the consumer feel duped, but many added ingredients can pose serious health, ethical, and economical consequences. To avoid falling for this trap, we’ve made a list of what to look out for, which items are most commonly faked, and…
Expert Tips and GARDENA Solutions to Keep Your Garden Thriving While You’re Away Summer holidays are meant for relaxation, but if you’re a gardener, the thought of leaving…
Superfoods aren’t anything new. In fact, they’ve been around for quite a while. However, the term “superfood” isn’t a recognised food category; many registered dietitians use it to describe foods that offer various natural benefits. Additionally, recent research has shown that consumers are leaning towards gut-friendly foods, plant-based eating, and cost-conscious food choices this year. Superfoods aren’t only popular items in grocery hauls, nutrition circles and on wellness TikTok – most of them really do pack a nutritional punch that can elevate your already balanced diet. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your immune system or pack more antioxidants into your…
The perfect umami topping for everything Transform your mushrooms into crispy, savoury bits that add rich, smoky flavour to any dish. These versatile mushroom “bacon” bits are perfect…