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Low Fodmap Sweet and Sour Pork Meatballs

Low Fodmap Sweet and Sour Pork Meatballs

I love Sweet and Sour anything, so it was one of the first things I adapted for the Low Fodmap diet! Today, after perfecting my recipe, I am very happy to share with you these Low Fodmap Sweet and Sour Pork Meatballs!

Skillet Marmalade Pork Chops

Skillet Marmalade Pork Chops

Don’t you just LOVE pork chops?? I sure do. My mum would often stir fry them for a quick, yet delicious dinner.

A close-up of Chinese sweet and sour pork meatballs with red peppers, pineapple, and onions served in a dish.

Chinese Sweet and Sour Pork Meatballs

Chinese Sweet and Sour Pork Meatballs are a crowd-pleaser with crispy, tender meatballs drenched in a tangy, sweet sauce. Ideal for any meal, they’re a simple yet impressive dish.

Sicilian Sweet and Sour Mackerel

Sicilian Sweet and Sour Mackerel

My parents are here for the holidays and, like every year, I get to eat food from my childhood cooked by my mother. We used to eat a lot of fish when living in Italy and today I will share my mother’s recipe for one of my favourite dishes: Sicilian Sweet and Sour Mackerel –…

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Sweet and Sour Chicken Stir Fry

Sweet and Sour Chicken Stir Fry

Sweet and Sour anything is my favourite Chinese dish. In fact, I really love my Sweet and Sour pork fritters and the other day I was severely craving them. The fact is that, after having my gallbladder removed, I am trying to avoid deep fried food (at least for the time being ;-)). That’s when…

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Swordfish Caponata served in a rustic bowl with fresh basil and warm bread on the side.

Swordfish Caponata

A Sicilian classic with a seafood twist, Swordfish Caponata blends tender eggplant and firm fish in a rich sweet and sour tomato glaze.

Sweet and Sour Tuna with Onions

SWEET AND SOUR TUNA WITH ONIONS

I really enjoy eating fresh tuna.  It is very common in Italy, especially in Sicily so I kind of grew up on it.  Since moving here, I haven’t seen it often at the stores, but when I do, I usually buy some.  Today I will share with you one of the ways my mum would…

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SARDE A BECCAFICO ALLA PALERMITANA

Today’s Regional Italian dish takes us back to Sicily… to Palermo to be precise.  It is a very popular dish and like all popular dishes, every family has its own recipe or twist.  Also each Sicilian city has its variations.  This is my family’s version, from my father’s side… and it is the Palermo version. …

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Coconut chicken tenders with apricot sauce

COCONUT CHICKEN TENDERS WITH APRICOT SAUCE

If you like sweet and sour dishes like me, this one will make you drool.  I like chicken, but it can get a bit boring and bland… especially chicken breasts or tenders.  What I like about this recipe is that it is actually very quick to make and it uses a few ingredients that I…

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Beef Meatballs Agrodolce

BEEF MEATBALLS AGRODOLCE

Today’s recipe is a great addition to any potluck or buffet meals.  I love it also for picnics and barbecues and it works perfectly fine both in winter and summer… it is one of those versatile recipes that is good to have handy any time of the year.  Agrodolce means “sour and sweet” in Italian…

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Caponata

CAPONATA

After sharing with you the recipe for cabbuci, today I am back with the second part of my Italian Regional dish series.  We are back in Sicily and I am going to show you how to make one of the most popular dishes of the island: caponata.  It could be described as a cooked salad…

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Sweet and Sour Pork Fritters

SWEET AND SOUR PORK FRITTERS

Sweet and sour pork has always been my favourite Chinese take-out food.  I am sure I have already said this, but I am a big fan of anything sweet and sour.  It must be my Sicilian genes (it is a common cooking style over there) or my love for vinegar… whatever the case I never…

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SWEET AND SOUR PUMPKIN WITH GARLIC AND MINT

This is a very versatile dish: it makes a great side dish for meats, but it can also be eaten as an appetizer or finger food on some toasted ciabatta.  It is my family’s favourite vegetable dish.  We all like its sweet and sour taste and I usually make a lot of it and keep…

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TAMARIND CHUTNEY – IMLI KI CHUTNEY

This is a very easy recipe for a tasty tamarind chutney.  It’s sweet and sour thanks to the perfect combination of sugar & jaggery and tamarind.  The spice mix also gives it an intense flavour.  You can make it as mild or as spicy as you like.  I tend to make it mild so my…

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"LIGHT" SWEET AND SOUR CAPSICUMS – PEPERONATA "LIGHT"

I love all things “sweet and sour”, or as we say “agrodolce”.  There are many versions of this dish… I could say that probably every family has its own.  In our home, we have 2 recipes!  This is the “light” version, as the capsicums are not fried.  It is really tasty and its tangy flavour…

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A batch of homemade flaxseed crackers is always ha A batch of homemade flaxseed crackers is always handy to have in the kitchen.

They're crisp, easy to store, and pair well with dips, soft cheeses, fresh vegetables, or your favourite toppings whenever you need a quick snack.

#flaxseedcrackers #mealprep #healthysnacks #homemade #manu #manusmenu
Creamy goat cheese, crunchy pistachios, and a driz Creamy goat cheese, crunchy pistachios, and a drizzle of honey 🍯

The combination of creamy, sweet, and crunchy textures makes this such an easy appetiser to put together when you want something simple but a little different.

Serve with crusty bread or your favourite crackers and enjoy. 

#pistachios #HoneyDrizzle #sharingplatter #manusmenu
After sharing the scrambled eggs and tomato toast After sharing the scrambled eggs and tomato toast recently, I thought it would be a good time to highlight one of my favourite herb blends 🌿

Herbes de Provence is a traditional French herb blend usually made with herbs such as thyme, rosemary, oregano, and savoury.

It's a simple way to add extra flavour to everyday ingredients and works especially well with eggs, tomatoes, roasted vegetables, potatoes, chicken, and soups.

Have you used Herbes de Provence before?

#herbesdeprovence #frenchcooking #mediterraneanfood #herbblends #manu #manusmenu
Scrambled eggs with tomato on toast is one of thos Scrambled eggs with tomato on toast is one of those simple meals that always works 🍅

Warm, savoury, filling, and made with ingredients most people already have at home.

#scrambledeggs #QuickMeals #breakfastideas #homemademeals #manu #manusmenu
This calamari risotto turned out creamy, rich, and This calamari risotto turned out creamy, rich, and so satisfying 🍚

Made as a low FODMAP recipe, it’s a homemade seafood dinner option that feels filling and easier to enjoy for those with sensitive stomachs or lower FODMAP dietary needs.

 #lowfodmap #calamaririsotto #seafoodrecipes #homemademeals #manu #manusmenu
Pumpkin has a naturally gentle sweetness, which is Pumpkin has a naturally gentle sweetness, which is why ingredients like ginger, coconut cream, herbs, curry paste, or lime work so well with it.

Those subtle layers of flavour help create soups that feel comforting, warming, and more rounded 💛

 #pumpkinsoup #thaifood #homemademeals #homemade #manusmenu
Smooth, creamy, and filled with delicious Thai-ins Smooth, creamy, and filled with delicious Thai-inspired flavours 🍲 This pumpkin soup makes such a lovely homemade dinner idea ✨

#PumpkinSoupRecipe #homemadefood #thaifood #manu #manusmenu
A sweet homemade treat for the person who made lif A sweet homemade treat for the person who made life sweeter first 💖
These chocolate date hearts are filled with soft dates, rich chocolate, and a little homemade love for Mother’s Day 🌷

 #mothersday #mothersdaygiftideas #datehearts #manusmenu
more stories beyond the menu ✈️ #MatchaMoments #t more stories beyond the menu ✈️

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A simple treat for Mother’s Day 🌸 These chocolate A simple treat for Mother’s Day 🌸

These chocolate covered dates pair perfectly with a warm cup of tea and make a lovely homemade gift or afternoon treat.

Simple, sweet, and easy to make at home.

#mothersday #chocolatecovereddates #HomemadeTreats #dessertideas #teatime #manusmenu
This iced chai is simple to make and perfect when This iced chai is simple to make and perfect when you want something calm and comforting.

Made with a few ingredients and warm spices, it’s a drink you can easily prepare at home without much effort.

Sometimes it’s the simple drinks that you keep coming back to. 💓

#icedchai #homedrinks #teatime #homemade #manu #manusmenu
Ever wondered why your iced matcha tastes differen Ever wondered why your iced matcha tastes different every time?

It’s not just about the ingredients. Small details like the quality of the matcha, how you sift it, and how you whisk it can completely change the result.

Even the texture and colour can tell you a lot before you even take a sip.

Once you start paying attention to these steps, it becomes much easier to get a smoother, more balanced matcha at home 🍵

 #matcha #icedmatcha #Matchalatte #JapaneseTea #manusmenu
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