My Anti-Inflammatory Freezer Staples

Today, I engaged in a discussion with my patient regarding COVID-19 and the benefits of an anti-inflammatory diet, illustrating how I stock my freezer with anti-inflammatory foods.

Amid the panic buying in New York, I acquired a diverse selection of foods. I ensured a supply of fresh vegetables and fruits, mushrooms, fish, grass-fed meat, beans, eggs, nuts, and healthy snacks such as dark chocolate. Additionally, I visited Japanese grocery stores to purchase natto (fermented soybeans), tofu, miso, seaweed, and various Japanese vegetables.

Here is an inventory of the contents in my freezer:

- Lemon juice with grated ginger in ice cube trays: I purchased a bag of organic lemons, extracted the juice, and froze it in ice cube trays. One tray contains only lemon juice, while the other includes grated ginger.

- Grilled chicken liver: I prepared organic chicken livers with garlic and onions, adding turmeric for flavor. Chicken liver is an excellent source of zinc.

- Lamb Keema Curry: Utilizing grass-fed ground lamb from Whole Foods Market, I crafted a keema curry rich in vegetables.

- White beans and salmon miso stew: This dish features an assortment of white and some green vegetables in a white miso stew.

- Nimono simmered root vegetables: A Japanese dish comprising burdock root, carrot, daikon radish, and shimeji mushrooms, known for promoting gut health.

- Tomato-based vegetable stew: Prepared with eight different vegetables and enhanced with a touch of miso.

- Sautéed dandelion greens: I sautéed garlic, ginger, onion, and dandelion greens, seasoning them with salt and pepper. This mixture is perfect for pasta or omelets.

- Celery juice / Dandelion and apple juice: I have prepared my morning green juice as a backup.

- Natto: Fermented soybeans, which I enjoy with rice, pasta, or in soup, serving as an excellent probiotic source.

- Tiny anchovies: These small fish are versatile, used in sautéed vegetables, salads, tempura, or simply with rice.

- Cooked brown rice: I utilize this rice for fried rice, risotto, or rice balls.

- Brazil nuts: A superb source of selenium, I consume 1-2 nuts daily.

I am convinced that cooking contributes positively to both physical and psychological health. I plan to share each recipe from my freezer this week and hope you find them enjoyable to try!

Posted on April 7th, 2020