In health food circles, carob is often seen as the poor cousin to cacao – touted as a a caffeine-free substitute but not much else.
Carob deserves to be known and loved in its own right, both for the taste and health benefits. I think I feel this kinship to carob powder because we are both originally from the Middle East – only carob grows on the pods of trees.
Carob is very soothing to the stomach and is a good source of calcium, magnesium, iron, fiber and protein. It also contains vitamins A, B, and D. You can buy the powder in any health food store – I add it mostly to smoothies but it can also be used in desserts such as the Carob Chia Pudding of Love I made for my husband on Valentine’s Day.
RECIPE:
Put 1 cup almond or coconut milk
1/4 cup chia seeds
1-2 tablespoons carob powder
5 medjool dates (pitted)
A sprinkle of vanilla powder (optional)
Put all the ingredients in a blender or food processor. Pulse, then pour into glasses and place in the fridge to chill for at least 1-2 hours. Top with cacao nibs for some crunch before serving.
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the good old carob. looks yummy!
need to see if I can get hold of any here in Dubai…
Your hubby is very lucky! That looks delicious
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