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2 Mins Read Hong Kong summers mean high temps, too much humidity and lots of dehydration (so make sure you are constantly downing water, from your reusable bottle natch). It’s also that time of the year when your body naturally veers towards lighter meals. Smoothies are the perfect way to ingest your vitamins and nutrients while giving your […]
2 Mins Read The idea of taking regular lasagna and giving it a healthier and more regional twist has been on our mind for a while. After perfecting our Asian Pesto formula and Tofu Ricotta recipe, it was finally time to give this a go. We are so lucky to live in a neighbourhood that boasts a fresh […]
8 Mins Read Spices are nature’s pantry and pharmacy in one. Their health benefits and flavor-enhancing qualities have made them prized and precious commodities throughout human history. Thankfully more affordable in the present day, their medicinal powers are continuously being validated by modern science, inspiring their use in more households worldwide. Spices are a beautiful way to add […]
6 Mins Read You will undoubtedly fall in-love with our Ultimate Veggie Burger recipe with all the trimmings…and we mean ALL the trimmings. Homemade dill pickles, homemade onion relish, homemade tomato ketchup and a homemade vegan patty! Filled with so much goodness, it’s the guilt-free burger you have been looking for! Packed with fibre and plant-based protein, this feel-food meal […]
4 Mins Read We were inspired to create this recipe from a friend who whipped this up within 30 minutes as part of a Christmas starter. It’s healthy, refreshing and light. However, with a little creativity, you can make it as a meal on its own. Zucchinis are available in Hong Kong all year round and we think the cucumber’s […]
3 Mins Read Here’s another great quinoa idea for you to create in the kitchen. By substituting the heavy, carb-laden risotto rice with quinoa, a traditionally heavy dish is transformed into a lighter, healthier and more nourishing meal. What we also like about using quinoa is that it removes the need for continuous stirring. All you need to […]
4 Mins Read Bolognese sauce is comfort food at its best. In our pre-health conscious days, a bowl of spag bol was a staple dinner option, especially when we were uni students. Traditionally made with beef, veal or pork mince, this Italian classic also tends to be a favourite of kiddies everywhere. In our plant-based version, we chose protein […]
4 Mins Read Kale belongs to the same group of dark leafy greens like broccoli, Savoy cabbage, collard greens, kohlrabi and gai lan (Chinese kale), known collectively as the cruciferous family. With a host of benefits- high in iron and fibre, possessing anti-inflammatory and anti-cancerous benefits, packed with calcium and antioxidants- it’s no wonder this bunch has been acclaimed the […]
3 Mins Read We love pasta, you love pasta, they love pasta- everybody loves pasta…That’s how excited we get when we have pasta here at Green Queen. We don’t have it often but when we do, we like to keep the recipe simple a la Italiano and the flavours intense and packed with punch. Although pasta comes in various shapes […]
3 Mins Read We don’t have much of a sweet tooth here at Green Queen but we do have our craving days. On such occasions, we like to rustle up something quick, easy and healthy. As kiddies, we were gaga for Nestle’s Golden Rough, a bite sized treat full of desiccated coconut laced with chocolate. If you’re a chocophile and/or a […]