Healthy Meal ready in under 10 minutes

By having ingredients that require very little cooking the variations are endless. It can be served as stir-fry, ramen, as in this recipe, or even steamed-fry (which involves a little water and a hot pan, instead of oil or fat).

Recipe (serves 2-4)

1 salmon fillet
1 handful of mixed seafood
1/2 red onion (cut into a brunoise)
6-8 pieces of fried tofu (from your local Asian supermarket, or homemade)
6 broccoli florets (sliced, fresh or frozen)
1 handful of green leafy vegs (kale, cabbage, Spring greens, etc.)
1 tbsp organic miso
1 Litre of fish stock (home or ready-made)
3 small pieces of wakame (dried)
Seasoning

Method:

1. If you use concentrated fish Stock or a cube, rehydrate the stock with the appropriate amount of water. If you are using homemade stock (fresh or frozen), just place it in a pan and warm gently with the Miso. Dip the Salmon Fillet in the simmering stock, the smaller the pieces the quicker it will cook, and subsequently dry. Be mindful to not over-cook it.

2. After 1 minute add the seafood mix (if you are using frozen), otherwise set aside until the end of the recipe. Add the Wakame, and let it rehydrate gently. 

3. Now add all the remaining ingredients: red onion, broccoli, green leafy vegetables, and tofu. Add the fresh/defrosted seafood. Let it simmer for 5 minutes. Check seasoning and add salt if necessary. 

4. If you want a more substantial meal you can add some noodles, even gluten-free ones. Make sure to remove the starch by quickly boiling them first. Rinse and add to the soup. If you want a grain-free variation, spiralise some courgettes to make noodles (sprinkle the courgette noodles with rock salt and leave to rest for 10 minutes. This will allow for the noodles to remain whole and crunchy, instead of going mushy)

   This recipe is so simple and healthy. It can be prepared in less than 10 minutes, without any cooking skills, and enjoyed fully... Even... If you are cooking for one.  Remember the most important person is you. Cook food that you love and take the time and pleasure to enjoy it!

   Lastly, remember to be a mindful eater. Let’s bring joy to eating!

Nutrient-rich ramen

TIP: You can use any fish you like, even leftovers. In this recipe, I had pieces of octopus left from a previous recipe and were a formidable addition to this recipe.

If you prefer, you can use fresh tofu instead of fired tofu.