Power Spheres

This recipe packs a powerful punch of energy and foods that benefit fertility such as coconut, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and sesame seeds. Try substituting almond butter for peanut butter for an extra fertility food!

3/4 cup dried apricots

3/4 cup dried apple

4 brown rice cakes

1 cup unsweetened coconut

1/2 cup sunflower seeds

1/2 cup pumpkin seeds

1/3 cup sesame seeds

1/2 cup rolled oats

1 1/4 cup fruit sweetner

1/2 cup natural peanut butter

In a food processor, pulse the apricots, apples, and brown rice cakes to a fine texture.  Transfer to a large bowl and set aside. Next, pulse the coconut, seeds, and oats to roughly combine. Add to the fruit mixture, along with the fruit sweetener and peanut butter. Mix everything together until well combined. Cover and chill the dough for at least 1 hour. Roll the dough into 2 oz balls. Roll the balls in toasted sesame seeds to coat, pressing them in slightly.

This recipe is from The Rebar Modern Food Cookbook by Audrey Alsterberg and Wanda Urbanowicz.

Sesame Tofu

If you don’t like tofu or are trying to feed tofu to someone who doesn’t like it then this is the recipe for you! This recipe is easy, delicious, and will convert even the most steadfast of those against tofu!

1 block firm tofu

sesame oil

Braggs or soy sauce

Cut tofu into the desired shape and size. Place on a baking sheet. Coat with the desired amount of sesame oil and Braggs or soy sauce. Place in the oven and broil on high for 10 minutes. Turn over every few minutes.

Sesame tofu in great added to stir fries, salads, or all by itself!

Cashew Carrot Loaf

This dish is rich in foods that benefit fertility such as carrots, brown rice, and sesame seeds! It’s also a great alternative to meat loaf and a handy way to use up leftover brown rice.

1 medium onion, chopped

1-2 cloves garlic, crushed

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 pound carrots

1/3 cup tablespoons broth from carrots

1/2 cup ground cashews

1/2 cup cooked brown rice

1 tablespoon tahini

1 teaspoon Braggs or 2 teaspoons soy sauce

Sesame seeds

Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sauté onions and garlic. Meanwhile, steam and mash carrots. Mix all ingredients in a large bowl. Transfer to a 2 lb loaf pan. Cover with foil and bake at 350 for30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes.

Simple Dal

This is a very simple recipe that is high in flavour and rich in foods that benefit fertility such as lentils, ghee, and sea salt!

1 cup red lentils

4 cups water

2 tablespoons ghee (or sesame oil)

1 cup chopped onion

1 tablespoon chopped garlic

1 tablespoon curry paste (for example, Patak’s)

1 teaspoon sea salt

Rinse the lentils thoroughly. Place rinsed lentils in a medium pot with water. Bring to a boil and skim off foam. Lower heat to medium and cook for 20 minutes until tender. Meanwhile, use a large skillet to heat the ghee or vegetable oil. Sauté onions and garlic until softened and beginning to brown. Pour the cooked lentils into your skillet with the cooked onions and garlic. Stir in curry paste and sea salt. Serve with brown rice and a fresh salad!