Make the most out of fresh spring ingredients in your kitchen

SPRING arrives with a fresh selection of produce ready to shine in everyday cooking.

- LUTHO PASIYA

Below are some top seasonal ingredients to inspire your next meal, along with recipes you can try at home.

@ Chives: Mild and onion-like, chives add flavour and flexibility to many dishes. Try them in a stir-fried noodle recipe with chilli shrimp for a bright spring taste.

@ Avocado: Creamy and mild, avocado works well in salads, sandwiches, smoothies or simply on toast.

@ Fresh greens: Spinach, rocket and lettuce are at their peak. Use them in salads, wraps or quick sautés.

@ Honey: A natural sweetener for tea, lemonade, cocktails and desserts. Drizzle over yoghurt, pancakes or waffles. Its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties add a health benefit.

@ Baby white cabbage: Tender and crisp, this cabbage is perfect for slaws, light stir-fries or adding crunch to salads and soups.

@ Apricots: Sweet-tart and rich in vitamins, minerals, fibre and antioxidants. Sauté for oatmeal, toss into a salad with greens, chickpeas, red onion, feta and avocado, or enjoy fresh with nuts as a snack.

@ Hibiscus: These flowers bring a floral note to drinks. Use them to elevate a gin and tonic or give margaritas a refreshing twist.

Fry’s high-protein gyro wraps

Ingredients

1 box Fry’s spiced no-chick’n pieces (defrosted)

For the marinade

Ya cup lemon juice

2 tbsp olive oil

Ya tsp oregano (fresh or dried)

Ya tsp thyme (fresh)

2 cup parsley (fresh)

1 clove garlic, crushed

Salt and pepper to taste

To serve

2x naan or flat breads, toasted

250ml tzatziki