Chef Cristian

Chef Cristian’s Kelapo Coconut “Butter” Chicken

Butter chicken is possibly one of the most popular Indian dishes known by the rest of the world. The allure of this dish, aside from its use of aromatic spices, is that no two dishes are ever the same. From restaurant to restaurant, and chef to chef, butter chicken always tastes slightly different. This is my rendition of butter chicken. By using Kelapo virgin coconut oil instead of butter I have achieved a lighter consistency and have added the slight aroma of coconut. This recipe yields 4 servings.Ingredients:– 3 boneless chicken breasts– 2 cups of diced onion– 2 tbsp of […]

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Kelapo Coconut French Fries with Garlic and Parsley

  Happy National French Fries Day!  We are celebrating here at Kelapo by eating lots of Chef Cristian’s french fries with garlic and parsley.  These aren’t your normal, everyday french fries.  They are healthy!  Instead of fried they are baked with Kelapo Coconut Oil brushed on for a hint of coconutty flavor. Try Chef Cristian’s recipe, you will be amazed at how delicious this simple recipe is!     An aromatic twist on the all-American French Fry!Yields: 4 ServingsIngredients:– 6 Large Baking Potatoes– 3 Tbsp of Kelapo Virgin Coconut Oil– 1/2 Cup Chopped Parsley– 3 Cloves of Garlic Minced– Fresh […]

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Save the whales, kill the veggies: A substitution guide for vegetarians

You had a sudden epiphany and realized that your true calling in life is to save the animals and be one with the Earth. You’re sort of a born again vegan-Jesus,  walking the countryside to spread the good word of peace, love and kindness to animals. Or maybe you’re in college, everyone else is doing it, and it would match your new leather sandals and woolly socks. Whatever your reason, you’ve decided to go vegetarian and here are some substitutions that you can make to vanquish animal products from your diet.Butter. For many new vegetarians, this one might be a […]

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