Spiced Apple Pancake

Serves 6

Procedure

1. Mix Garam masala, flour, baking powder, baking soda, flax seed, wheat germ, and fine sea salt with a whisk in a bowl.

2. In a separate bowl, mix maple syrup, eggs, and buttermilk.

3. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry, and add the grated apples. Set aside for at least half an hour to rest.

4. Heat the cast-iron skillet on high. Pour pancake mixture into the skillet, cover, and reduce to medium heat. Cook each pancake for 4 minutes covered, flip, and cook uncovered for another 3 minutes.

Ingredients

2 cups organic, unbleached white flour

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp sea salt

1/3 cup maple syrup

5 eggs

2 cups buttermilk

1 tsp Garam masala

1/2 tsp baking soda

2 medium apples, grated

2 tbsp ground flax meal

3 tbsp wheat germ

Cranberry and Apple Chutney

Serves 4 - 6

Ingredients:

3 cups fresh cranberries
2 granny smith apples, peeled, cored and cut into small dice
3 cups water
½ cup lime juice
1 cup onion cut into small dice
2 cups dried cranberries
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 cup light brown sugar
¼ cup grated fresh ginger
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons mustard seeds
1 tablespoon salt
1½ cups white vinegar
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional, for extra kick)
1 tablespoon Keralan Curry Spice Blend

Procedure:

1. Place all ingredients in a heavy bottomed pot.

2. Place pot on the stove on high flame.

3. Bring it to a boil.

4. Reduce to a high simmer and simmer until the apples are cooked and the chutney is reduced, stirring occasionally.