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Wednesday, September 3, 2014

Sunday Brunch!

 Hey guys! So a fortnight ago, PikchaGUY came over for brunch. Seeing as we are both serious foodies, we decided to document what I was making for lunch.
So here's what was cooking:

I. Pumpkin & Butternut Soup:
The first time I tried peeling a raw butternut, I almost lost my mind. Anyone who cooks butternuts frequently knows how tough the skin is. The last time I was buying veggies, the grocer told me that the secret to peeling a butternut was to thoroughly wash it, cut it in to chunks then boil it. Trust me, once its boiled it peels easier than a potato! Anyway, I boiled the pumpkin and butternut together. Once they were boiled, I fried some onions and blended everything for a delicious soup to serve as a starter.
II. Coconut Rice, Jerk Chicken & Sautéd Vegetables:
I had started the morning by marinading some chicken in a non-stick Wok pan. I used Onions, Vanilla Yoghurt, HP Sauce, Patak Spice, Mustard, Worcestershire Sauce, Jamaican Jerk Chicken Sauce & Chicken Curry Powder. After 2 hours in the freezer, I simply put the pan straight on to the fire (yes, with all the ingredients) and let it simmer.
We definitely needed some good 'ol veggies in there, which I simply sautéd chap chap!
 And Voila! The simple and very delicious meal! I made a cake for dessert which I'll be posting soon. Do have a lovely afternoon!
 Wearing- A Vera Wang Dress from Freddies Moi Avenue

17 comments:

  1. Now you make me want to attempt cooking.The food looks delectable.

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    1. Please attempt it Nova! There is an unexplainable joy in cooking!

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  2. Looks very appetizing!

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  3. Oh this looks delicious, and being the foodie that I am, this is a must try

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  4. Hi sienna. Looks so yummy. I also love the photography.

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  5. Wow Sienna, that chicken looks delicious.. Invite me over sometime ;)

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  6. Now, thats looks really delicious! I will borrow a few ideas from here..

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  8. Pumpkin and Butternut... so yumm.... gives my heart so much joy...

    My tips and tricks... add some (maybe loads) of black pepper and cooking creme. Does nothing for the waist but the taste is sooo delish. As for the peeling, my fingers are not a fun of the mashy squeeshy feel after you boil the butter nut. Try a carrot peeler, as long as it has a good handle, eazy peazy!!

    Loads of Love.. Mrs Murithi:)

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    1. Mrs. Muriithi, yes to black pepper, no to cooking cream (it is super delicious but my waistline will not allow). Thanks for the peeler advice :-)

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