Finding Affordable Ingredients Without Breaking the Bank: Fresh Produce For Health
In the latest edition, award-winning Ghanaian chef Patti Sloley takes us to Riley’s, a local gem where affordable, fresh ingredients are easily accessible.
Please watch the short video. It focuses on vegetables and fruits, which are nutrient-dense and perfect for those on a budget. Packed with vitamins, fibre, and antioxidants, vegetables like sweet potatoes, carrots, and beets not only support digestion but also help lower the risk of chronic diseases.
Chef Patti also highlights the health benefits of replacing refined sugars with natural sweeteners like fructose from fruits. By doing so, you can maintain stable energy levels and avoid the spikes in blood sugar linked to processed sugar. This simple swap can have long-term benefits, especially for managing weight, reducing the risk of diabetes, and promoting heart health.
By choosing fresh, natural ingredients that are both affordable and nutritious, you not only create delicious meals but also take a significant step toward better health.
But is it possible to find affordable fresh produce locally? Check out these well-known establishments in Luton.
Kashmir Halal Meat
The Mall, Luton LU1 2TP
01582 720682
K Ashleigh
Unit 1 And 2 Market Hall The Mall, Luton LU1 2TA · < 1 mi
01582 419527
Riley’s Tropical Food – Delivering Caribbean Groceries to Your Door. (rileystropicalfood.co.uk)
Rileys Tropical Food Specialists
5 Market Hall
The Mall
Luton
LU1 2TA
Henrys afro Caribbean grocers
Crystal House 51 New Bedford Road, Luton LU1 1HS ·
01582 483897
Bhavin’s
118A Bury Park Road, Luton LU1 1HE ·
01582 737911
Haji Foods
201, Dunstable Road, Luton LU1 1DD ·
01582 404950
www.hajifoods.co.uk
Oriental Food Centre
4 Union Street, Luton LU1 3AN · < 1 mi
01582 876090
miiandu.co.uk
European Minimarket
4A, Peel Street, Luton LU1 2QR · 2.7 mi
07443 369856
kopernikltd.co.uk
Kopernik Polish Supermarket
70 Hightown Road, Luton LU2 0DD · < 1 mi
020 8556 0220
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Coming up next…
In our next blog, we’ll explore how to make meals with seasonal produce to make your shopping trips even more affordable without compromising taste. Chef Patti will use the ingredients purchased in this month’s blog video to make authentic Ghanaian dishes that are both budget-friendly and easy to prepare. Get ready for more tips on how to keep your meals healthy, satisfying, and full of flavour!
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