Mount Amanzi is really invested in encouraging our clients, guests and staff members to be healthy in mind, body and spirit. Eating is a really important part of health and with obesity on the rise, cooking healthy and wholesome meals has become of critical importance.

MOUNT AMANZI’S QUICK AND HEALTHY STIRFRY

There are so many delicious and healthy recipes available online. They are not only good for you but quick and most are relatively cost-effective – Pinterest is full of wonderful recipes to ensure you and your family eat well-balanced, nutrient-rich foods. We know the temptation is to buy a quick takeaway when you have had a long day, but it should be the exception not the rule. We have selected a delicious recipe for you to,  not only impress the family when they enjoy all that deliciousness you’ve whipped up, to kickstart your journey of healthy eating, or the continuation thereof. So without further ado, let’s share the delightful recipe with you!

Ingredients

Sauce:

¼ Cup Low Sodium Soy Sauce

2 TBSPs Honey

1 TBSP Cornstarch

5 Garlic Cloves, Crushed

1 Inch Ginger, Grated (Optional)

1 Tsp Salt

1 Tsp Ground Black Pepper

Stir Fry:

¾ Cup Raw Cashews

2 TBSPs Coconut Oil (Or Sesame Oil)

900g Cubed Beef Sirloin (Suggested V Substitute: Sliced Aubergine)

3 Medium Green Peppers (Or Mixed Peppers), Thickly Sliced

2 Large Baby Marrows/ Courgettes

255g Sugar Snap Peas

3 Spring Onion, Chopped

Directions

1. In a bowl, whisk together all the ingredients for the sauce and set aside.
2. In a large skillet or wok, toast the cashews on a low to medium heat until brown – careful not to burn them. Scoop them out and place them in a small bowl – set aside.
3. Turn the plate to a higher heat and add 1 TBSP of coconut oil. Add the beef/aubergine slices  – stir frequently, until browned. Remove beef from the skillet.
4. Add 1 TBSP of coconut oil and cook all vegetables for five minutes – stir frequently.
5. Add the beef, cashews and the sauce to the vegetables. Cook until vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened (keep stirring throughout the process). Garnish with spring onion. The dish can be served with brown rice or own its own. 

“Love yourself enough to eat healthy food.”

Mount Amanzi’s Guilt-Free Brownies

Healthy eating is all fun and games but sometimes you need to indulge a little. Instead of going wild with a slice of lemon meringue pie (1514.61 kj per slice), chocolate cake (983.24 kj per slice), carrot cake (3573.14 kj per slice) or a chocolate bar (949.768 kj for the average bar) – why not make these guilt-free brownies (285 kj/ 68 calories). This way you can indulge in one, curb the cravings and feel satisfied.

Ingredients

3/4 Cup Fat Free Plain Yoghurt

1/4 Cup Skim Milk

1/2 Cup Cocoa Powder

1/2 Cup Rolled Oats (Not Instant)

1/2 Stevia

1 Egg

1 Tsp Baking Powder

1 Pinch Salt

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 200°C. Grease a square baking dish (about 20X20cm).

2. Combine all ingredients in a blender, food processor or hand blender; blend until smooth.

3. Pour mixture in prepared dish and bake for about 15 minutes.

4. Take it out of the oven and allow to cool completely before cutting into nine squares.

And enjoy!

“Every time you eat or drink, you are either feeding a disease or fighting it.”