Weekly Eating Plan, 29th of June

Here are some real whole food meals to nourish the body this week. Hang in there for the Sunday braised pork dish, which looks delicious and is sure to impress friends and family. Bon Appetit xx

SHOPPING LIST

Fruit and Vege:
Orange Kumara
Peas
Mushrooms
Garlic
Onion
Snow Peas
Celery
Fennel
Oregano
Basil
Coriander
Mint
Chinese Cabbage
Carrots
Thyme
Rosemary
Lemons
Red Chillies
Spring Onion
Ginger
1/4 Red Cabbage
1/4 Savoy Cabbage
2 Leeks
Mixed Sprouts
Avocados
Ccumber
Radishes
Tomatoes
Lettuce
Zucchini
Parsley

Meat:
1kg Pork Mince
500gr Beef mince
4 Chicken Breasts
400gr Chicken Thighs
450gr Flank Steak
2 kg Pork Shoulder
4 Chicken Breasts

Deli:
Ricotta
Parmesan
Milk
Eggs
Pancetta
Greek Yoghurt

Pre-packed:
Frozen Peas
Lentils
Tamari
Vegetable Stock
Cornflour
Fennel Seeds
Chilli Flakes
Gluten-Free Bread Crumbs
Raw Sugar
Soy Sauce
Rice Wine Vinegar
Sesame Oil
Peanuts
Fish Sauce
Peanut Butter
Chilli Sauce
Chicken Stock
Pine Nuts
Spinach Wraps
White Pepper
Turmeric
Ground Coriander
Ground Cumin
Garlic
Paprika
Oregano
Rice Noodles
Cloves
Ginger
Star Anise
Peppercorns
Cinnamon Quills
Pita Breads

Canned:
Tomatoes
Coconut Milk
Beetroot

Misc:
Red Wine
Coconut Water
Fried Shallots

Breakfast, Snacks & Sweet Treats:
Beetroot
Eggs
Coconut Sugar
Coconut Oil
Vanilla Extract
Cocoa Powder
Spelt Flour/Brown Rice Flour
Baking Powder
Almond Meal
Coconut Flour
Poppy Seeds
Baking Powder
Honey
Lemon Juice
Apple
Banana
Almonds
Cinnamon
Maca Powder
Vanilla Powder
Dates
Oranges
Kiwifruit
Spinach
Coconut Water
Avocado
Mint

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS
Lemon and Poppy Seed Muffins

http://paleonewbie.com/paleo-lemon-poppy-seed-muffins/

Chocolate (Beetroot) Brownie

http://www.arieats.com/recipes/chocolate-beetroot-brownie

BREAKFAST PLAN
Lite Green Smoothie

http://www.homegrown-kitchen.co.nz/2014/10/16/lite-green-smoothie/

Apple Pie Smoothie

http://begoodorganics.com/blogs/subscriber-only-recipes/15604256-apple-pie-smoothie

DINNER PLAN
Meatless Monday: Rich Shepherd's Pie

Prep/Cook time: 60 mins
Serves: 6
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.dish.co.nz/recipes/rich-shepherds-pie-vegan
Tips and tricks: This will be great to freeze.

Tuesday: Meatballs w Peanut Sauce and Asian Slaw

Prep/Cook time: 45 mins
Serves: 6 - 8
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.fromthekitchen.co.nz/2015/04/meatballs-on-brown-rice-with-peanut.html#more
Tips and tricks: You could swap the brown rice for quinoa if that suits you best.

Wednesday:Middle East Chicken Kebabs

Prep/Cook time: 30mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://tvnz.co.nz/the-food-truck/s3-ep7-middle-east-chicken-kebabs-5509359

Thursday: Grilled Flank Steak Zucchini Noodles

Prep/Cook time: 30 minutes
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://whatsgabycooking.com/grilled-flank-steak-zucchini-noodles/
Tips and tricks: It's best to marinade the meat overnight.

Friday:  Spiced Chicken Breast wi Garlic & Mint Yoghurt

Prep/Cook time: 30mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is.
View Recipe: http://www.goodfood.com.au/good-food/cook/recipe/spiced-chicken-breast-with-garlic-and-mint-yoghurt-20121119-29l6h.html
Tips and tricks: This should be served with tabouleh. Plus remember to marinade the meat overnight too.

Saturday: Chicken Breast Braised in Leeks

Prep/Cook time: 90 mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.petite-kitchen.com/2014/09/chicken-breast-braised-in-leeks-topped.html

Sunday: Pork Braised in Spiced Coconut Water w Rice Noodles

Prep/Cook time: 3 hours
Serves: 8
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://katcarterskitchen.com/2015/01/13/pork-braised-in-spiced-coconut-water-with-rice-noodles-and-an-asian-coleslaw/
Tips and tricks: I've added smashed avocado with lime juice.

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Weekly Eating Plan, 22nd of June

All of the recipes on this week's blog are completely new to me! I'm super excited to give them all a go, especially the 'No Bake Cheesecake' and 'Cauliflower Soup'. Bon Appetit xx

SHOPPING LIST
Fruit and Vege:
Garlic
Ginger
Spring Onions
Carrotts
Onion
250gr of Potatoes
1.2 kg of Cauliflower
Parsley
Silver beet or Chard Leaves
2 Medium Orange Kumara
Lemons
Red Chilli
Green Chilli
Limes
Avocados
Cos Lettuce
Small Vine Tomatoes
Coriander
Pumpkin/Kumara

Meat:
500gr of Turkey/Chicken Mince
Large Chicken
500gr of Pork Mince
3 Chicken Breasts
3 Chorizo
500gr of Fish

Deli:
Double Cream
Milk
Butter
Feta
Eggs

Pre-packed:
Minced Chilli
Fish Sauce
Bread for Croutons
Vegetable Stock
Chicken Stock
Walnuts
Whole Chestnuts
Baking Soda
Gluten-Free Flour
Honey
Brown/Coconut Sugar
Ginger
Nutmeg
Cinnamon
Cloves
Cardamon
Ground Star Anise
Egg Based Mayonnaise
Dried Basil
Dried Oregano
Paprika
Chilli Flakes
Balsamic Vinegar
Cumin Seeds
Turmeric
Desiccated Coconut
Cashews
Coconut Cream

Canned:
Black Beans

Misc:
Coconut Aminos
Ground Cassia
Armagnac/Brandy
Buckwheat Flour

Breakfast, Snacks & Sweet Treats:
Almonds
Coconut
Dates
Vanilla Paste
Cream Cheese
Full-Fat Greek Yoghurt
Honey
Lemon Juice
Frozen Berries
Honey
Chia Seeds
Quinoa Flakes
Organic Milk
Cinnamon
Walnuts
Banana
Peanut Butter
Almond Milk
Cacao Nibs
Peanuts
Pumpkin Seeds
Raisens
Sunflower Seeds
Coconut Oil
Cacao Powder
Maple Syrup/ Rice Syrup


SNACKS & SWEET TREATS
No Bake Yoghurt Berry Cheesecake 

http://www.arieats.com/recipes/no-bake-yoghurt-berry-cheesecake-in-a-jar

Raw Trail Mix Bars

http://mydarlingvegan.com/2014/02/raw-trail-mix-bars/

BREAKFAST PLAN
Quinoa Porridge

http://www.juliaandlibby.com/2015/05/19/quinoa-porridge/

Peanut Butter and Jam Smoothie

http://www.arieats.com/recipes/pb-and-j-smoothie

DINNER PLAN
Meatless Monday: Cream of Cauliflower Soup

Prep/Cook time: 30 mins
Serves: 8
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.goodtoknow.co.uk/recipes/510253/gordon-ramsay-s-cream-of-cauliflower-soup
Tips and tricks: This makes quite a bit, so you could freeze some for lunches.

Tuesday: Thai Meatballs

Prep/Cook time: 30mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: In a salad or wrap
View Recipe: http://lexiscleankitchen.com/2015/03/09/thai-meatballs/
Tips and tricks: I'm going to serve these with quinoa.

Wednesday: Coconut Fish Curry

Prep/Cook time: 40
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.annabel-langbein.com/recipes/fish-curry/64/

Thursday: Chorizo, Sundried Tomato and Avocado Salad

Prep/Cook time: 30mins
Serves: 3-4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.fromthekitchen.co.nz/2013/10/wills-devil-salad.html#more
Tips and tricks: Choose the bread option that works best for you.

Friday: Buckwheat Chicken Bites

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.arieats.com/recipes/buckwheat-chicken-bites
Tips and tricks: Great for a low key Friday night meal.

Saturday: Stuffed Kumara w Black Beans, Feta, Chard and Walnuts

Prep/Cook time: 60mins
Serves: 2
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.dish.co.nz/recipes/stuffed-sweet-potato-black-beans-feta-chard-and-walnuts

Sunday: Roast Spiced Chicken

Prep/Cook time: 2.5 hours
Serves: 6
Lunch Leftovers: Soooo many different ways!
View Recipe: http://www.dish.co.nz/recipes/roast-spiced-chicken
Tips and tricks: You'll be able to get canned at the supermarket.

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Weekly Eating Plan, 15th of June

Oh, the colder weather has really hit us! To be a little more on the glass-half-full side, I love it when I find a lovely new soup recipe, especially when I get to share it with others in this week's eating plan. Bon Appetit xx

SHOPPING LIST
Fruit and Vege:
Micro Greens
Sprouts
Carrots
Garlic
Kale
Spring Onions
Beetroots
Pumpkin
Cucumber
Cauliflower
6 Limes
Lemongrass
Chilli
Coriander
Avocado
2 Red Capsicum
Onion
Iceberg Lettuce
Munch Beans
Mint
Orange Kumara
Rocket
Cherry Tomatoes

Meat:
1-2kg of Pork Belly
1kg Pork Mince
500gr Beef Mince
2 Chicken Breast
2 - 4 Fish Fillets (Gurnard/Snapper/Tarakihi)
500gr Salmon

Deli:
Goats Cheese
Mozzarella
Peanuts
Ricotta
Parmesan
Milk
Full-Fat Greek Yoghurt

Pre-packed:
Tomato Puree
Salt
Curry Powder
Walnuts
Cayenne Pepper
Cinnamon
Cumin Seeds
Bulgar Wheat/Quinoa
Turmeric
Wraps
Paprika
Oregano
Cumin
Chipotle Peppers
Fennel Seeds
Gluten-Free Bread
Chilli Flakes
Vermicelli Noodles
Apple Cider Vinegar
Soy Sauce
Red Curry Paste
Fish Sauce
Ginger

Canned:
Full-Fat Coconut Milk
Black Beans
Mixed Beans
Kidney Beans
2 Canned Tomatoes

Misc:
Coconut Oil

Breakfast, Snacks & Sweet Treats:
Milk (of your choice)
White Chocolate/Cocao Butter
Strawberries
Strawberry or Vanilla Protein Powder
Almond Butter
Cacao Powder
Eggs
Vanilla Essence
Baking Soda
Coconut Flour/Almond Meal
Full-Fat Greek Yoghurt
Lemons
Baking Powder
Baking Soda
Coconut Sugar
Coconut Oil

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS
Chocolate Cookies

http://www.arieats.com/recipes/low-carb-cookies

Lemon Yoghurt Loaf

http://www.juliaandlibby.com/2014/11/30/recipe-lemon-yoghurt-loaf/

BREAKFAST PLAN
White Chocolate & Strawberry Milk

http://www.arieats.com/recipes/homemade-lrc-x-whittaker-white-chocolate-and-strawberry-milk

DINNER PLAN
Meatless Monday: Carrot Tomato Coconut Curry Soup

Prep/Cook time: 20 mins
Serves: 2
Lunch Leftovers: As is.
View Recipe: http://faring-well.com/carrot-tomato-coconut-curry-soup/
Tips and tricks: I love the sound of this soup so much I'm going to double the recipe for extra leftovers!

Tuesday: Mexican Meatball Wraps

Prep/Cook time: 60 mins
Serves: 6
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.fromthekitchen.co.nz/2015/02/mexican-meatball-wraps.html#more

Wednesday: Lemongrass Chicken w Vermicelli Noodle Salad

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://cuisine.co.nz/cuisine.nsf/recipes/lemongrass-chicken-with-vermicelli-noodle-salad
Tips and tricks: Use honey or rice malt syrup instead of sugar.

Thursday: Thai Salmon Cakes w Spicy Capsicum Cracked Wheat Salad

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is.
View Recipe: http://www.dish.co.nz/recipes/thai-salmon-cakes-spicy-capsicum-and-cracked-wheat-salad
Tips and tricks: Make your own breadcrumbs and choose if you want to use a wheat base or an alternative that suits you best.

Friday: Roast Vegetable Walnut Goats Cheese Salad

Prep/Cook time:  30 mnins
Serves: 3 - 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is or in a wrap.
View Recipe: http://kenkokitchen.com/blog/2013/6/4/roast-vegetable-walnut-goats-cheese-salad
Tips and tricks: If you feel that you need a little bit of meat you could add a spicy chorizo to this salad.

Saturday: Pan Fried Snapper w Kumara Puree & Thai Salad

Prep/Cook time: 45 mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: Nope, unless you like next-day fish.
View Recipe: http://chelseawinter.co.nz/pan-fried-snapper/
Tips and tricks: Use honey or rice malt syrup instead of the brown sugar.

Sunday: Pork Belly

Prep/Cook time: 5 hours
Serves: 4 - 6
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://chelseawinter.co.nz/pork-belly/
Tips and tricks: Serve this dish with fresh greens of any kind.

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Weekly Eating Plan, 8th of June

Two very warm welcomes for this week's blog. Welcome back slow cooker, it's your time to shine as this wet cold weather has arrived. And also, I'm so excited to introduce a new blog that I've discovered, titled 'From the Kitchen'. These recipes are amazing and I hope you enjoy her wonderful blog as much as I have. Bon Appetit xx

SHOPPING LIST
Fruit and Vege:
Lemons
Garlic
Rosemary
Pineapple
Red Bell Pepper
Basil
Red Onions
Tomatoes
Avocado
Iceberg Lettuce
Parsley
Carrots
Fennel
Mint
Green Chillis
Potato
Kumara
Pumpkin
Ginger
Coriander
Figs
Spinach
12 Baby Beets

Meat:
500gr Chicken Breast
8 Chicken Thighs
Lamb Shoulder
900gr Gurnard/Blue Cod
Lamb/Pork Cutlets

Deli:
Full-Fat Greek Yoghurt
Parmesan
Butter
Cream
Feta

Pre-packed:
Chilli Flakes
Gluten-Free Bread Crumbs
Polenta
Chilli Powder
Coconut Milk
Garlic Powder Cumin
Apple Cider Vinegar
Stock
Dates
Honey
Pine Nuts
Gluten-Free Bread
Cumin Seeds
Coconut Cream
Red Lentils
Tomato Paste
Curry Powder
Turmeric
Mustard Seeds
Garam Marsala
Puy Lentils
Bay Leaves
Onion Jam
Balsamic Vinegar
Wholemeal Pasta/Kelp Noodles
Tomatao Passata
Soy/Almond/Rice Milk
Soy Sauce
Mixed Herbs
Rolled Oats

Canned:
Corn Kernels

Misc:
White Wine
Chickpea/Buckwheat Flour

Breakfast, Snacks & Sweet Treats:
Almond Milk
Date Syrup
Cacao
Almond Butter
Banana
Frozen Blueberries
Spinach
Kale
Chia Seeds
Protein Powder
Spirulina Powder or Tablets
Dates
Avocado
Coconut Cream
Rice Malt Syrup/Honey
Cashews/Almonds
Ginger
Coconut Oil

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS
Creamy Chocolate Mousse

http://www.juliaandlibby.com/2015/04/07/creamy-chocolate-mousse/

Hot Chocolate

http://deliciouslyella.com/hot-chocolate/

Raw Ginger Slice

http://www.petite-kitchen.com/2013/06/raw-ginger-and-cashew-slice.html

BREAKFAST PLAN
Spirulina Smoothie

http://deliciouslyella.com/spirulina-smoothie/

Ultimate Blueberry Smoothie:

http://deliciouslyella.com/the-ultimate-blueberry-and-banana-breakfast-smoothie-vegan-gluten-free-dairy-free/

DINNER PLAN
Meatless Monday: Indian Vegetable and Lentil Soup

Prep/Cook time: 75mins
Serves: 6
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.fromthekitchen.co.nz/2013/08/fragrant-indian-vegetable-and-lentil.html#more

Tuesday: Polenta Lemon Chilli Chicken

Prep/Cook time: 20mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://eatwellnz.co.nz/polenta-lemon-and-chilli-crumbed-chicken/
Tips and tricks: This chicken recipe is so versatile. It could be added to a green salad, roast vegetable and quinoa salad or in a wrap. I will also be using coconut milk instead of the butter milk for this recipe.

Wednesday: Slow-Cooked Pulled Lamb Lettuce Boats

Prep/Cook time: 8 hours in the slow cooker
Serves: 6 - 8
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.liveitdoit.com.au/search/label/RECIPES

Thursday: Grilled Chicken Thighs w Pineapple Corn Relish

Prep/Cook time: 30mins
Serves: 4 - 5
Lunch Leftovers: As Is
View Recipe: http://www.eat-yourself-skinny.com/2011/08/grilled-chicken-thighs-with-pineapple-corn-and-bell-pepper-relish.html
Tips and tricks: This dish is beautifully balanced with a leafy green salad.

Friday: Flaky Baked Fish w Crunchy Pine Nuts

Prep/Cook time:45 - 60 mins
Serves:4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.fromthekitchen.co.nz/2014/02/flaky-baked-fish-with-crunchy-pine-nut.html#more
Tips and tricks: Serve with lots of lemon wedges.

Saturday: Meatless Meatballs

Prep/Cook time: 60mins
Serves:4
Lunch Leftovers: As is or even in a wrap!
View Recipe: http://www.huckleberryfarms.co.nz/Recipes/Vegetarian+Recipes/Meatfree+Meatballs.html
Tips and tricks: You can serve this with wholemeal pasta, quinoa, brown rice or zoodles.

Sunday: Lamb Cutlets w Lentil & Fig Salad

Prep/Cook time: 90mins
Serves: 6
Lunch Leftovers:As is
View Recipe: http://www.fromthekitchen.co.nz/2015/03/lamb-cutlets-with-lamb-lentil-fig-and.html#more
Tips and tricks: Instead of buying an onion jam, you could make your own with rice malt syrup.

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Weekly Eating Plan, 1st of June

After 8 glorious nights full of rest, relaxation and replenishing, this week's eating plan has been inspired by all of the amazing foods that we were so lucky to try in Fiji. I feel so incredibly lucky to have been able to taste the most amazing fruit and fish, and experience a tiny piece of the wonderful Fijian culture. Bon appetit xx

SHOPPING LIST
Fruit and Vege:
4 Lime
Red Chilli
Red Onions
Red Capsicum
Mint
Ice Berg Lettuce
2 Bunches of Coriander
Cucumber
Garlic
Ginger
Pak Choi
Spring Onions
Avocados
Baby Tomatoes
Cucumber
Lemon
Zucchini
Parsley
Basil
Celery
Fennel Bulbs
Radishes
Carrots
Shallots
Lemongrass

Meat:
300gr of White Fish
600gr Pork Fillet
8 Chicken Pieces
Chorizo Sausages
3 Sausages of your choice
4x100gr of Salmon Fillets
600gr Boneless Chicken Thighs

Deli:
Ricotta
Parmesan
Full Fat Greek Yoghurt
12 Eggs

Pre-packed:
Soy Sauce
Sesame Oil
Peanuts
150gr of Vermicelli
Fish Sauce
Lime Juice
Wasabi Paste
Gluten-Free Breadcrumbs
Pistashios/Pine Nuts
Turmeric
Jalapeno Pickles
Mayonaise
Mirin
Baguette or bread alternative of your choice
Rice Wine Vinegar
Coconut Sugar
Hoisin Sauce
Yellow Bean Sauce
Honey
Dijon Mustard
Gluten Free Sour Dough/Focaccia
Pearl Barley
Palm Sugar

Canned:
Puy Lentils
2x Tomatoes

Breakfast, Snacks & Sweet Treats:
Coconut Oil
Coconut Flakes
Mixed Nuts
Chia Seeds
Cinnamon
Rice Malt Syrup
Pineapple
Coconut Cream
Honey
Cranberry
Dates
Cashews
Cocoa
Almond Meal
Brown Rice Flour
Potato Flour
Baking Powder
Xanthan Gum (Alt. Chia Seeds or Flax Seeds)
Raw Sugar
Zest of Lemon
Oil
Eggs
Almond/Rice Milk
Vanilla Essence
Frozen Blueberries

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS
Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free Blueberry Muffins

http://www.mydarlinglemonthyme.com/2011/01/gluten-and-dairy-free-blueberry-almond.html

Cranberry Date & Cashew Bliss Balls

http://justamumnz.com/2014/11/16/cranberry-date-cashew-bliss-balls/

BREAKFAST PLAN
Coco Nutty Granola

https://iquitsugar.com/recipe/coco-nutty-granola/

Creamy Pineapple Smoothie

http://www.wholeyum.com/pineapple-coconut-smoothies-glutendairy-free-super-simple/

DINNER PLAN
Meatless Monday: Mint, Pistachio and Zucchini Polpette

Prep/Cook time: 60 mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://annajones.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/Delicious_mag.pdf
Tips and tricks:

Tuesday: Lemongrass Chicken with Vermicelli Salad

Prep/Cook time: 45
Serves: 6
Lunch Leftovers: As is.
View Recipe:http://cuisine.co.nz/cuisine.nsf/recipes/lemongrass-chicken-with-vermicelli-salad
Tips and tricks: Marinade the chicken the night before, so that it's full of flavour.

Wednesday: Moroccan Baked Eggs & Sausages

Prep/Cook time: 30
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is.
View Recipe: http://www.taste.com.au/recipes/27713/moroccan+baked+eggs+and+sausages
Tips and tricks: This would also be amazing for brunch too!

Thursday: Salmon Crackling on Barley Fennel Salad

Prep/Cook time: 30 mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is.
View Recipe: http://cuisine.co.nz/cuisine.nsf/food/salmon-crackling-on-barley-fennel-salad

Friday: Turmeric Fish Banh Mi

Prep/Cook time: 30 mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is.
View Recipe: http://www.dish.co.nz/served-up/article/2015/1/turmeric-fish-banh-mi
Tips and tricks: You can make this in any kind of baguette that suits you. We'll probably use wraps.

Saturday: Chilli Lime Chicken Salad

Prep/Cook time: 60 mins
Serves: 4 - 6
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/chilli-lime-chicken-salad

Sunday: Char Siu Pork w Steamed Greens

Prep/Cook time: 60 mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.deliciousmagazine.co.uk/recipes/char-siu-pork-on-steamed-pak-choi/

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