Popular local brand Grace Foods has done it again. This time in the form of a sorrel and cranberry combination called Grace Blends. There are four flavours: Sorrel Fusion, Sorrel Cranberry, Sorrel Pomegranate and Sorrel Ginseng.
Blending the tang of sorrel and the unique tartness of cranberry has not only produced an exciting new taste combination but, a new powerful nutraceutical blend. Naturally occurring extracts of certain plants that have been proven to provide functional-health benefits are termed nutraceuticals.
Deterrent against cancer
Research conducted at the Northern Caribbean University has shown that flavonoids found in sorrel may be a useful deterrent against certain types of cancer. Other studies indicate that sorrel consumption may lead to a decrease in triglyceride levels. Elevated triglyceride levels may be linked to the occurrence of heart disease. Sorrel also boasts anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties. To add to its claim, it is reported that sorrel contains a wide range of vitamins and minerals, including Vitamin C.
Cranberries in juice form are well known for their functional benefits. The most well known medicinal property of the cranberry is the ability to prevent and treat urinary tract infections. However, the wide range of nutraceutical properties include the prevention of kidney stone formation and gastrointestinal health. A cranberry-rich diet has been shown to lower 'bad' cholesterol (LDL), and raise the 'good' cholesterol (HDL) levels. The powers of the tart little berry have even been purported to improve recovery from stroke.
Grilled Gourmet Trout Papaya Salsa
8 Rainforest Seafood trout, sliced
1 oz jerk seasoning
1 oz olive oil
1 papaya diced
1/2 green pepper, diced
1/2 onion
Juice of 2 limes
METHOD
1. Wash and season the Rainforest Seafood trout, then marinate it with a little jerk seasoning.
2. Preheat the grill or grooved skillet until it's nice and hot.
3. Add the fish long enough to create grill marks on one side then on the other.
4. If further cooking is required, finish cooking the fish in the oven.
In the meantime, to make the papaya salsa:
5. Place all the items in a clean stainless steel bowl, mix well and store until needed.
6. To serve, place the fish on the plate with starch and vegetables of your choice.
7. Add the grilled trout and dress with the papaya salsa and serve.
(Recipes courtesy of Rainforest Seafoods).