The Special Malian Moringa Breakfast

The Special Malian Moringa Breakfast

There is no country in the world that does not recognize the supreme significance of breakfast. Every nation believes it is the most important meal of the day. An ancient culture immortalized this widely accepted truth with these words of wisdom: “Eat Breakfast Like a King, Lunch Like a Prince, and Dinner Like a Pauper” Present-day scientists added “to stay healthy”. This truism is believed to be best way to keeping one’s well-being. Some go as far as claiming it is the secret to losing weight. They profess it is…

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The Malian Kitchen: Recipes inspired by moringa and the nutritious, delicious foods that grow abundantly in Mali, West Africa

The Malian Kitchen: Recipes inspired by moringa and the nutritious, delicious foods that grow abundantly in Mali, West Africa

In Mali, West Africa, a very special tree grows. Known as the “Tree of Life,” the leaves of Moringa oleifera are packed with nutrients, including B vitamins, vitamin C, provitamin A as beta-carotene, vitamin K, manganese, and protein. The little leaves of this tree are so potent, it has been said, “Moringa can prevent 300 different diseases”. When Chef Benedicto Marinas visited Mali in 2016, he set to work teaching the villagers how to bring this nutritious ingredient to their tables. The result was 30 delicious recipes featuring ingredients readily…

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