FFF Valentines Dine In For Two
When it comes to romantic dinners, there’s no room for error. Nothing will dampen the mood like sub-standard food. Fear not – we’re here with a fool-proof, two-course meal for two. You’re guaranteed to wow your other half. Thank us later!
Main Course
3 Peppercorn Roasted Beef Bavette with Sweet Potato Chips, Broccoli, Courgette and a Herby Creme Fraiche
Ingredients
- 1 tsp Tamari sauce
- 2 tsp Olive oil
- ½ tsp Salt
- ¼ tsp Pink peppercorns
- ½ tsp Black peppercorns
- ¼ tsp Green peppercorns
- 300g Beef bavette
- 250g Sweet potato (sliced into chips)
- 150g Courgette (sliced widthways into 1cm rounds)
- 150g Tenderstem broccoli
- 2 tbsp Creme Fraiche
- 1tsp Dill (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp Chives (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp Lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to season
Method
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- Peel and slice the sweet potato into chip size of your choice.
- Place on a baking tray, drizzle with olive oil and salt and bake for around 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, mix the broccoli and courgette with the remaining olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper. Roast in the oven for 10-15 minutes.
- Blend or use a pestle and mortar to grind the peppercorns and the salt together.
- Rub the steak with olive oil and tamari and dust with the peppercorn mixture.
- Sear for 2-3 minutes on each side, or longer depending on how well done you like yours.
- Make your herby creme fraiche by mixing through the mixed herbs.
- Serve your steak and chips, with fresh greens and a spoonful of creme fraiche on the side or on top as per your preference.
Dessert
Dark Chocolate Mousse
Ingredients
- 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted (about 200g)
- 25g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons (45ml) maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- 60ml milk of your choice
- Dark chocolate shavings or cocoa nibs for garnish
- Fresh berries for topping
Method
- Scoop the flesh of the ripe avocado into a blender or food processor.
- Add cocoa powder, maple syrup (or honey) and a pinch of salt to the avocado in the blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Taste the mousse and adjust sweetness by adding more maple syrup or honey if needed.
- If the mousse is too thick, add almond milk gradually until you achieve the desired consistency.
- Transfer the chocolate mousse into two serving glasses or bowls.
- Garnish with dark chocolate shavings or cocoa nibs for added texture and a touch of extra chocolate flavour.
- Top with fresh berries for a refreshing contrast.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for a short time to chill before serving.
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Senior Nutrition Manager at Fresh Fitness Food
In her teenage years, a love of food and rowing led Georgia into this field as she wanted to know how to optimise performance through nutrition. With a BSc in Nutrition and an MSc in Sports and Exercise Nutrition, she has the skill set to help you track towards your goals and maximise your potential.
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