Savor & Spice

 Making a traditional Sri Lankan rice and curry in 5 minutes is quite challenging because of the complexity and cooking time involved. However, I can offer you a quicker version that focuses on convenience while still delivering great flavors. Here's a simple recipe for Quick Sri Lankan Rice & Curry using ready-to-use ingredients. It won’t be the full traditional experience, but it can be prepared in around 5 minutes with minimal effort. Quick Sri Lankan Rice & Curry Recipe (5-Minute Version) Ingredients: For the Rice: 1 cup instant rice (or 1 cup microwaveable rice pack) 1 cup water Pinch of salt (optional) For the Curry (Chicken or Vegetable): 1 cup pre-cooked or canned chicken (or vegetables like chickpeas or mixed vegetables) 2 tbsp curry powder (Sri Lankan or mild Indian curry powder) 1 tbsp coconut milk powder (or 2 tbsp ready-made coconut milk) ½ cup water 1 tbsp oil or butter Salt to taste Optional Garnishes and Extras: 1 tbsp fried onion...

  Quick Gluten-Free Meat Stew Preparation Time: 5 min Difficulty: Novice Ingredients: 200g of diced beef 1 cup of diced carrots 1 cup of diced potatoes 1 cup of beef broth 1 tablespoon of olive oil 1 teaspoon of garlic powder 1 teaspoon of dried thyme Salt and pepper to taste Kitchen Tools Needed: stove pot spoon Instructions: Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the diced beef and cook until browned. Stir in the carrots and potatoes, cooking for another minute. Pour in the beef broth and add garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a quick simmer, cover, and let it cook for a few minutes to heat everything through. Macros: Total Calories: 370kcal Carbs: 30g Proteins: 40g Fats: 12g Read more

  Citrus Energy Splash Preparation Time: 5 min Difficulty: Novice Ingredients: 1 cup of coconut water 1 tablespoon of honey 1/2 cup of freshly squeezed orange juice 1/2 cup of fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon of chia seeds Kitchen Tools Needed: blender measuring cup spoon Instructions: In a blender, combine the coconut water, honey, orange juice, and lemon juice. Blend until all ingredients are well mixed and the honey is dissolved. Pour the mixture into a glass. Stir in the chia seeds and let it sit for a minute to allow the seeds to expand. Enjoy your refreshing Citrus Energy Splash! Macros: Total Calories: 140kcal Carbs: 34g Proteins: 1g Fats: 0g Read more

  Quick Gluten-Free Dim Sum Preparation Time: 5 min Difficulty: Novice Ingredients: 100g of gluten-free dumpling wrappers 50g of minced chicken 30g of finely chopped green onions 1 teaspoon of minced ginger 1 tablespoon of soy sauce (gluten-free) 1 teaspoon of sesame oil Salt to taste Kitchen Tools Needed: Steamer Mixing bowl Spoon Instructions: In a mixing bowl, combine minced chicken, green onions, minced ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and salt. Mix well until thoroughly combined. Take a gluten-free dumpling wrapper and place a spoonful of the chicken mixture in the center. Fold the wrapper over the filling, and pleat the edges to seal the dumpling. Place the dumplings in a steamer over boiling water and steam for about 5 minutes until cooked through. Macros: Total Calories: 205kcal Carbs: 20g Proteins: 25g Fats: 5g Read more

  Quick Grilled Sushi Roll Preparation Time: 5 min Difficulty: Novice Ingredients: 100g of sushi rice 1 sheet of nori 50g of cucumber, julienned 50g of cooked shrimp 1 tablespoon of gluten-free soy sauce 1 teaspoon of sesame oil Kitchen Tools Needed: Grill Sushi Mat Knife Instructions: Cook the sushi rice according to package instructions, then let it cool slightly. Lay the nori sheet on the sushi mat, shiny side down. Spread the sushi rice evenly over the nori, leaving about 2 inches at the top. Place the julienned cucumber and cooked shrimp in the center of the rice. Roll the sushi tightly using the mat, sealing the edge with a bit of water. Brush the outside of the roll with sesame oil and place it on the grill for 1-2 minutes to give it a slight char. Remove from the grill and slice into bite-sized pieces. Serve with gluten-free soy sauce. Macros: Total Calories: 322kcal Carbs: 35g Proteins: 15g Fats: 6g Read more

  Quick BBQ Chicken Skewers Preparation Time: 5 min Difficulty: Novice Ingredients: 200g of boneless chicken breast 1 tablespoon of olive oil 1 teaspoon of paprika 1 teaspoon of garlic powder Salt to taste Pepper to taste Kitchen Tools Needed: Grill Skewers Tongs Instructions: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. In a bowl, combine the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create a marinade. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and add them to the marinade, mixing well to coat. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes, turning halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks. Macros: Total Calories: 286kcal Carbs: 0g Proteins: 40g Fats: 14g Read more