Chicken that has been reared healthy can also provide the B vitamins needed to maintain energy levels and good brain function. Choose your chicken wisely. Battery-farmed birds will not have used their muscles sufficiently to develop as a source of protein. They can also be much higher in harmful fats than free-range birds. Just the fact that these chickens live in overcrowded cages 24 hours a day, lacking natural sunlight(the much needed natural vitamin D)and daily exercise should be enough to make us realize which chicken is best for our plate.
Ingredients
1 Tbsp. organic coconut oil
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped
1 small fresh red chili, seeded and finely chopped
4 boneless free-range chicken breasts,cut into thin strips
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 zucchinis, thinly sliced
2 Tbsp. freshly squeezed organic apple juice
1 Tbsp. Tamari sauce
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro, plus extra for garnishing
Sea salt and pepper to taste
Preparation
1.Heat the coconut oil in a wok or large skillet.Add the garlic,ginger, chili, stir-fry to release the flavors.
2.Add the chicken strips and stir-fry for about 4 minutes, or until the chicken has colored all over. Add the bell peppers, zucchini and stir-fry 1-2 minutes or until slightly softened.
3.Add the apple juice, Tamari sauce and sizzle for 1-3 minutes.
4.Stir in the chopped cilantro and serve immediately.
5.Garnish with extra cilantro.
This is great served up on a bed of brown rice or quinoa. You could also add some coconut milk in this dish for the last 5 minutes of cooking, it really adds a wonderful Asian twist to it....very tasty!! Go ahead and excite your taste buds, I promise that you will love it...
Enjoy!!!
Sylvie Thibert
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