I think my tastebuds went on a long holiday and a whole set of new ones set up camp. Some foods that I used to detest - macadamia nuts (don't ask), brussel sprouts and paw paw - I now relish anew. I buy raw macadamia nuts from the markets and roast in a low oven for an hour. Oh lawdy they're good. Brussel sprouts taste amazing finely sliced and pan fried with bacon and pine nuts and drizzled with almond oil. Yeah they do.
As for paw paw, well, it's just perfect on a hot afternoon with a squeeze of lime juice. I also like to blend it up with some lychees, kaffir lime leaf and ice... or serve with lemon sorbet and raspberries. Here's why I'll keep on keeping on with the paw...
* packed with vit C, magnesium, iron, manganese, dietary fibre, folate, riboflavin, calcium and zinc
* the papain in the fruit helps the digestive system, so a bite for dessert will ease discomfort... and is especially good for people finishing a course of antibiotics as it restores good bacteria to the gut
* the anti-inflammatory nature eases muscle injuries and arthritis
* brilliant antioxidants help prevent strokes, heart attacks and diabetic heart disease
* strengthens the immune system and wards off colds and flus
* fresh slices on skin can ease eczema. Creams made from paw paw are also good, but be careful of the other ingredients in the tube, such as petroleum or other nasties you do not want on your skin
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