Cars have definitely changed our lives forever. After all, it allows us to travel anytime and anywhere we want! However, you also can't deny that buying your own car can significantly affect your budget. After all, it's expensive!
How? It's simple - make smart choices!
What’s not to love about Nasi Ulam, or our Malaysian herbs rice? I have three delicious variations to share with you. What makes these variations special? All the herbs are grown in Nava’s Zen. There’s nothing quite like using your own harvest in these Nasi Ulam dishes! Oh, before I forget, these variations are all vegetarian and vegan as well (EASY POTATO SAMBAL/SAMBAL KENTANG).
If you can’t find all the herbs, that’s okay - just use what’s available. Cooking is about making do with what you have and creating your own version of Nasi Ulam. The key is to take a moment to enjoy the dish, embracing mindfulness for the breath, body, mind, and soul.
Creating an effective and comfortable home office
requires careful consideration of several key components. With the rise of
remote working, your home office has become more than just a temporary
workspace; it's a place where productivity, comfort, and technology intersect.
Here are six essential elements to consider for enhancing your home office
space.
Ergonomic
Furniture
The cornerstone of any efficient home office is ergonomic furniture. This includes a chair that supports your back and promotes good posture, and a desk that is the right height to prevent strain. An ergonomic setup reduces the risk of work-related injuries and increases comfort, which can significantly boost productivity. For those long hours at the desk, consider a chair with adjustable lumbar support and a desk that allows for both sitting and standing positions. Remember, comfort in your workspace directly affects your work performance and overall health.
We’ve gotten to know pumpkin, haven’t we? Yes, we
have. (INDIAN PUMPKIN CURRIES). But there’s more to pumpkin than just its culinary uses. Have you ever
stopped to consider the zen wellness benefits pumpkin offers? Beyond its
versatility in the kitchen, pumpkin is a nutritional powerhouse with a range of Zen benefits:
Rich in Nutrients
Pumpkin is packed with vitamins A, C, and E, which support immune function, skin health, and vision.
Looking back, I’m amazed at the number of
vegetarian potato sambal recipes I’ve managed to retrieve. (DRUMSTICK/MURUNGAI POTATO CURRY). Different styles of
cooking vary, but the core ingredients are:
Chili Paste: Made from dried chillies, red
chillies, or a combination of both, blended.
Shallots or Onions
Garlic
Lime Juice (or tamarind juice; I always prefer lime
juice for potato sambal)
Salt
Oil
Hi Pork Lovers,
Ms. Nava is back with more pork recipes (PORK BELLY WITH SALTED FISH). Many of my
clients often ask if pork is a healthy meat, and here’s my reply: Pork can be a
nutritious addition to a balanced diet, providing high-quality protein and
essential nutrients like B vitamins, zinc, and iron. However, it's important to
choose lean cuts such as pork loin or tenderloin and prepare them using
healthier methods like grilling or baking to reduce fat and calorie intake. Be
cautious with processed pork products like bacon and sausages, which are often
high in sodium and saturated fats. Moderation is key, and balancing pork
consumption with a variety of other protein sources, vegetables, fruits, and
whole grains is essential for overall health.
Of course, not everyone eats pork due to religious reasons, lack of exposure, or personal preferences. And that’s perfectly fine - our goal isn’t to change others but to share our love for cooking (MALAYSIAN WILDBOAR CURRY).
Inner Peace: The Calm Harbor
People who like inner peace find it comforting. It's like an emotional anchor that keeps them steady. No matter how crazy the world gets, they feel stable inside. It's all about feeling relaxed and in harmony with themselves. Inner peace doesn't go away when things get tough. It's always there to lean on. It's like a friend who stays with you, even when times are hard (Intriguing Mindfulness).
Murungai, known as drumstick in English and moringa
in health contexts, is highly valued for both its fruits and leaves. In North
India, it's often called sahjan, and in some English-speaking regions, it's
referred to as moringa pods. My love for cooking with murungai is boundless, whether
simmering its fruits in a spicy curry or stir-frying the leaves with dried red
chilies, black mustard seeds, and grated coconut, each dish bursts with flavor
and nutrition.
Moringa is a powerhouse of health benefits. Its leaves are packed with essential vitamins A, C, E, calcium, and iron, while its pods are nutrient-dense, supporting bone health and providing a good source of protein. The incorporation of powerful spices in today's recipe not only elevates the dish's taste but also enhances digestion, making it an excellent remedy for digestive discomfort.
Throwing a dinner party is the kind of thing you definitely want to get right, and it’s really something of an art because there’s so much planning and hard work to put into making sure everything goes off smoothly. However, when you get it right, and everyone has a good time, you’ll feel great and proud of what you’ve done, and your guests will have a positive and memorable experience.
If you have a vegetarian guest, it isn’t always easy to make one dish just for them, and what could be an easier option is to design an entirely vegetarian menu. Not only does this make things easier for you, but it’s probably not something your veggie guest has ever experienced before, so they’ll love it. Plus, if you choose the right food and cook it well, your other guests will enjoy it too, and it might even show them what can be done when meat’s off the menu. With that in mind, here are some tips to help you design a vegetarian menu for your dinner party.
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