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Inspired by a traditional Japanese dish “Nanakusagayu” which means “Seven Herb Rice Porridge.” On the seventh day of the New Year, we prepare this herbal breakfast meal, wishing for good health throughout the year.
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Traditional Ingredients “7 spring herbs” are:.
セリ
water dropwort
ナズナ
shepherd's purse
ゴギョウ
cudweed
ハコベラ
chickweed
ホトケノザ
henbit
スズナ
turnip
スズシロ
daikon radish.
water dropwort
ナズナ
shepherd's purse
ゴギョウ
cudweed
ハコベラ
chickweed
ホトケノザ
henbit
スズナ
turnip
スズシロ
daikon radish.
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In Japan, they sell these herbs conveniently packed in one.
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However, since I live overseas, 7 herbs are not readily available. So I just used whatever healthy herbs and veggies I had access to.
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I also tried to make a Keto-conscious Porridge by using chia seeds instead of rice. The recipe is also anti-inflammatory and ALL ORGANIC.
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I really wanted to make this and pray for good health this year.
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So, here it is! My vegan-ketogenic “(More than 7) Herbal base Veggie-Chia Porridge.”.
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::1 Small Serving::
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::1 Small Serving::
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Herbal Soup:.
1/4 cup dried lemon balm.
1 tbsp dried basil.
Pinch of dried dill.
Pinch of dried rosemary.
3 cups of distilled water.
1/2 tsp Himalayan salt.
2 pinches black pepper.
1 tsp turmeric.
1/2 tsp ginger
1 tsp minced onion.
Boil the above.
Add:
2 tbsp (24g) White chia seeds. (I grinded them for easier digestion and absorption.) 6g Protein/ 0 Net Carb / 0 Sugar/ 8g Fat/ 120 Cal.
Veggies:.
Parseley
Cilantro
2 endive leaves
3 shiitake mushrooms (I actually added the shiitake while making the soup. It adds nice flavor.)
Pea shoots
Kale
Arugula
Spinach.
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Believe it or not, it came out tasty and had a Japanese flavor to it. It's a simple, herbal and healthy meal. May the health be with us all!
