COCONUT CRUST SPINACH PIZZA RECIPE

Coconut has many health benefits and even aids in weight loss and helps to stimulate the metabolism! In addition, low glycemic index measures how fast available carbohydrates in food raise blood sugar levels.  Coconut fiber slows down the release of glucose, therefore requiring less insulin to utilize the glucose and transport it into the cell where it is converted into energy.  Coconut also assists in relieving stress on the pancreas and enzyme systems of the body, in turn, reducing the risks associated with Diabetes. 

FOOD AS MEDICINE

Total Time: 25-30 minutes 

Serves: 4-6 Servings

INGREDIENTS:

¼ cup + 2 tbsp coconut flour

¼ C coconut oil

3 eggs

1 tsp honey

1 tsp baking powder

¼ tsp sea salt

2 medium tomatoes

4 cups chopped fresh spinach

1 cup cheese

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F

Line a pizza sheet with parchment paper

Mix together the wet ingredients in one bowl and the dry ingredients in another

Combine the wet and dry ingredients

Roll batter onto parchment paper until about ½-3/4 in thick

Bake for 20 minutes

Take the crust out and top with favorite ingredients.

Spread sauce (Tomato, Pesto, or Alfredo) over dough to within 1 in. of edges. Thinly slice or chop tomatoes; top pizza with spinach, tomatoes and cheese.

Place back in oven to bake for another 2-3 minutes or just until the cheese has melted.

Experience the full benefit of coconut and spinach while satisfying your cravings with this delicious coconut crust spinach pizza recipe!

Royal Healing Natural Health Center

Dr. Ezenwanyi Ahaghotu

832-913-5022

SPICY SHRIMP WITH GRILLED PINEAPPLES AND COCONUT RICE

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You might think of coconut rice as traditionally Asian, but it's enjoyed in South America and the Caribbean too. Regardless of your locale, this version is a sublime accompaniment to grilled shrimp.

INGREDIENTS:

***For the SHRIMP***

1 pound raw shrimp (any size) shelled & deveined tails left on

1 healthy pinch allspice

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon chili powder

2 teaspoons sugar

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1/4 teaspoon ground thyme

1/8 teaspoon cinnamon

1 teaspoon dried onion

1 teaspoon dried parsley

1/4 teaspoon curry powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

***For the PINEAPPLE***

1 ripe pineapple, cut into chunks

***For the RICE***

2 tablespoons butter

1/4 cup unsweetened, grated coconut

1 3/4 cups of basmati rice

2 cups chicken broth

1 bay leaf

Sea Salt

Pepper

1 tablespoon sugar

1/4 cup toasted sweetened coconut

1/4 cup toasted slivered almonds

Cilantro for garnish

PREPARATION

For the Shrimp: mix all ingredients together into a bowl and stir shrimp to coat evenly. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to grill. To cook, place shrimp onto preheated hot grill. {If you have smaller shrimp, it might be easier to skewer them and grill them that way.} Cook shrimp about 2 minutes per side or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from grill.

For the Pineapple: Cut pineapple into large chunks. {You can also skewer the pineapple to make turning them easier.} Grill to your liking. {I like mine to have a few grill marks at least!} Remove from the grill.

For the Rice: Melt butter in medium sized pot over medium-high heat. Stir in rice, bay leaf, and coconut, salt and pepper until every grain is coated in butter. Stir and cook about 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth and sugar. Stir and cover. Bring to boil and then reduce to simmer until liquid has been completely absorbed. Remove from heat and stir in coconut and almonds. Serve warm.

To assemble, place rice on your plate and top with shrimp, pineapple and chopped cilantro.

BENEFITS OF ADDED PINEAPPLES TO MEAL:

Pineapple contains half of the daily-recommended value of vitamin C, according to the FDA.  Vitamin C is a primary water-soluble antioxidant that fights cell damage; therefore, pineapples support the immune system.

Like many other fruits and vegetables, pineapple contains dietary fiber, which is essential in keeping you regular and in keeping your intestines healthy.  But unlike many other fruits and veggies, pineapple contains significant amounts of bromelain, an enzyme that breaks down protein,  helping overall digestion.

As well as having high amounts of manganese, which is important for antioxidant defenses, pineapples also contain high amounts of thiamin, a B vitamin that is involved in energy production.  

Royal Healing Natural Health Center

Dr. Ezenwanyi Ahaghotu

2717 Commercial Center Blvd.

Katy, TX 77494

info@RoyalHealingND.com

832-913-5022

CAULIFLOWER AND TOMATO COCONUT CURRY

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SERVING SIZE: 4 to 6

INGREDIENTS:  

• 1 yellow onion
• 1 pound sweet potato (4 cups chopped)
• 1 head cauliflower (5 cups chopped)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
• 2 tablespoons curry powder*
• 1 tablespoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne
• 23-ounce jar of Muir Glen diced San Marzano plum tomatoes
• 15-ounce can full-fat coconut milk*
• 15-ounce can chickpeas
• 4 cups spinach leaves
• Cilantro, for garnish
• Brown rice, for serving

*Using a high-quality curry powder is key to a complex taste in this curry. Using a full-fat coconut milk is also recommended versus light coconut milk, as it imparts a satisfying richness

DIRECTIONS

1. Prepare the brown rice according to the package instructions.
2. Dice the onion. Chop the sweet potato into bite-sized chunks (do not peel). Chop the cauliflower into florets.
3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and saute 2 minutes, then add the sweet potato and saute 3 minutes. Add cauliflower and ½ teaspoon kosher salt and saute another 5 minutes. Stir in 2 tablespoons curry powder, 1 tablespoon garam masala, 1 teaspoon cumin, and ¼ teaspoon cayenne. Add the Muir Glen tomatoes and coconut milk. Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until the cauliflower and sweet potato are tender.
4. Drain and rinse the chickpeas. When the vegetables are tender, add the chickpeas and 4 cups spinach and stir for 2 minutes until the spinach is wilted. Add another ½ teaspoon kosher salt to taste, adding additional salt if necessary.
5. Garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve with brown rice

BENEFITS:  Health Secrets 

Cauliflower

Cauliflower is an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, pantothenic acid, and vitamin B6. It is a very good source of choline, dietary fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, manganese, phosphorus, and biotin.  While cauliflower is not a well-studied cruciferous vegetable from a health standpoint, you will find several dozen studies linking cauliflower-containing diets to cancer prevention, particularly with respect to the following types of cancer: bladder cancer, breast cancer, colon cancer, prostate cancer, and ovarian cancer.  In addition, cauliflower also contains phytonutrients called glucosinolates that can help activate detoxification enzymes and regulate their activity.  The detox support provided by cauliflower includes antioxidant nutrients to boost Phase 1 detoxification activities and sulfur-containing nutrients to boost Phase 2 activities. 

Coconut

Coconut helps prevent obesity by speeding up metabolism, providing an immediate source of energy with fewer calories than other fats.  People who consistently use coconut products, report a stronger ability to go without eating for several hours with no affects of hypoglycemia.   Due to the fact that coconut has been known to reduce sweet cravings and improves insulin secretion and utilization of blood glucose.  The healthy fat in coconut slowsdown any rise in blood sugar and helps to reduce hypoglycemic cravings.   In addiiton, it improves digestion and many of the symptoms and inflammatory conditions associatedwith digestive and bowel disorders,  Moreover, to top it off coconut improves heart health by providing healthy short chain and medium chain fatty acids (MCFA) that are essential to good. 

FOOD AS MEDICINE!!!

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Dr, Ezenwanyi Ahaghotu

2717 Commercial Center Blvd.

Katy, TX 77494

Phone: 832-913-5022

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