Get to know the star fruit, Brussels sprouts and bone broth, three of the most fashionable ingredients on the gastronomic scene.

Eating healthy while being innovative is possible. That’s why we’re bringing you 3 of the most popular trendy foods to incorporate into your cooking and surprise your guests, as well as your own palate:

1. STAR FRUIT

This refreshingly sweet exotic fruit from Indonesia and Malaysia has a five-pointed star-shape and is yellow-orange in colour when ripe.

Why do we like it? Its main component is water, and it has a high fibre content. It is also low in calories, protein and fat.

They’re perfect for… tropical fruit salads, green salads, cakes or bread and as a garnish for poultry or seafood dishes.

2. BRUSSELS SPROUTS

These small green cabbage heads, with short stems and layered leaves, have an intense flavour with a bitter taste and a slight sweet touch.

Why do we like it? They have a high water content and are a great source of vitamin C. In addition, they have a high content of insoluble fibre. This helps to speed up digestion, which promotes the feeling of fullness and intestinal motility.

They’re perfect for… skewers, sautéed with wild mushrooms, garnishes to accompany roasted meat or fish, served with clams or with sauces made from citrus fruits.

3. BONE BROTH

This is made with four basic ingredients: water, vegetables, seasonings and oven-roasted bones (with some meat attached). It is simmered for several hours (sometimes over 24 hours). The objective is twofold: to produce gelatine from collagen-rich joints and to release the minerals contained in the bones

Why do we like it? It’s very rich in protein and a great source of minerals and gelatine. Among its benefits, it helps improve digestive and skin health and mitigates the side effects of colds and the flu.

It’s perfect for… stewing meats and vegetables and making other soups, sauces and casseroles.

Sources:

• Business Insider
• BBC Good Food
• Eroski Consumer
• Soy Como Como
• Alimente-Comer con conciencia (El Confidencial)

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