MATCHA QUINOA PISTACHIO ENERGY BARS

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Matcha Quinoa Pistachio Energy Bars

KATFEWD
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NIKO NEKO

Sharing over 300 amazing recipes with the world while fueling her own authentic self-developed recipe ideas, katfewd is an Instagram recipe page that inspires you to have fun in the kitchen. Her experiments in the kitchen began since her pre-university days and slowly blossomed into a newfound passion for baking and cooking. When creating new recipe ideas, she focuses on using healthier ingredients, local produce and brands to create more delicious and nutritious meals that everyone can enjoy.

"I enjoy finding ways to give my favourite foods healthy twists using more nutritious ingredients."

Katelyn Tan / @katfewd

Instagram: katfewd
Website: katfewd.com

INTERVIEW WITH KATELYN OF @KATFEWD

First things first, what is @katfewd all about?
@katfewd started off as a little Instagram page where I would share my cooking adventures and document my trials and errors along the way. As my number of recipes grew, it made sense to start a blog where I recipe develop and share my favourite recipes!
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First things first, what is @katfewd all about?

 @katfewd started off as a little Instagram page where I would share my cooking adventures and document my trials and errors along the way. As my number of recipes grew, it made sense to start a blog where I recipe develop and share my favourite recipes!

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How did your passion with cooking start and what kind of foods are you most passionate about?

I started cooking during my gap year in order to (attempt) to eat less instant noodles in my first year of university, and realised I had so much fun in the kitchen! I love baking and experimenting with new recipes; you’ll find me getting my hands dirty kneading dough or watching food videos on YouTube for hours on end!

I love all food — so there’s all sorts of things I make, but in general I try to eat quite healthily! I enjoy finding ways to give my favourite foods healthy twists using more nutritious ingredients. I’m also a big believer in supporting local produce and brands, which I incorporate into my cooks and bakes as much as possible!

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Aside from creating recipes, what do you do in your daily life? (Work, hobbies, other passions)

I’m currently in my second year of university! I enjoy being outdoors and love fitness, my favourite would have to be spin (definitely have to exercise to burn of all those calories from trying out new recipes!) I also spend lots of time with my family, friends and my 14-year-old chihuahua, Scruffy!

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What is your most favorite creation with Niko Neko Matcha / Houjicha / Genmaicha powder so far?

This is definitely a hard choice, but my favourite recipe has to be the one I make the most — my Genmaicha Butter! You’ll find me eating it straight out of the food processor right after making it —  you’ll be lucky if some ends up in the jar! A close contestant would be my Genmaicha Chia Pudding, which I have nearly everyday for breakfast!

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What do you like about working with Niko Neko Matcha / Houjicha / Genmaicha powder when creating your recipes?

I find Niko Neko powders blend amazingly with all kinds of milks without being powdery or clumpy, creating the perfect matcha latte or baked good! I’ve used it in everything from bread to overnight oats to tarts and it works every time!

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Personal tips for your recipe viewers when working with Matcha recipes.

Be creative and go all out! Matcha powder is definitely a hidden gem in baking. Not only does it taste delicious but it is also full of all the good stuff — antioxidants, vitamins and minerals! Not to mention, with its vibrant shade of green it makes your cakes and tarts look divine!

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How did your passion with cooking start and what kind of foods are you most passionate about?

I started cooking during my gap year in order to (attempt) to eat less instant noodles in my first year of university, and realised I had so much fun in the kitchen! I love baking and experimenting with new recipes; you’ll find me getting my hands dirty kneading dough or watching food videos on YouTube for hours on end!

I love all food — so there’s all sorts of things I make, but in general I try to eat quite healthily! I enjoy finding ways to give my favourite foods healthy twists using more nutritious ingredients. I’m also a big believer in supporting local produce and brands, which I incorporate into my cooks and bakes as much as possible!

Aside from creating recipes, what do you do in your daily life?
I’m currently in my second year of university! I enjoy being outdoors and love fitness, my favourite would have to be spin (definitely have to exercise to burn of all those calories from trying out new recipes!) I also spend lots of time with my family, friends and my 14-year-old chihuahua, Scruffy!
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What is your most favorite creation with Niko Neko Matcha / Houjicha / Genmaicha powder so far?

This is definitely a hard choice, but my favourite recipe has to be the one I make the most — my Genmaicha Butter! You’ll find me eating it straight out of the food processor right after making it — you’ll be lucky if some ends up in the jar! A close contestant would be my Genmaicha Chia Pudding, which I have nearly everyday for breakfast!

What do you like about working with Niko Neko Matcha / Houjicha / Genmaicha powder when creating your recipes?

I find Niko Neko powders blend amazingly with all kinds of milks without being powdery or clumpy, creating the perfect matcha latte or baked good! I’ve used it in everything from bread to overnight oats to tarts and it works every time!
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Personal tips for your recipe viewers when working with Matcha recipes.

Be creative and go all out! Matcha powder is definitely a hidden gem in baking. Not only does it taste delicious but it is also full of all the good stuff — antioxidants, vitamins and minerals! Not to mention, with its vibrant shade of green it makes your cakes and tarts look divine!

RECIPE

Matcha Quinoa Pistachio Energy Bars

by katfewd

Makes 8 energy bars

Ingredients

4 dates, soaked in hot water for 10 minutes
60g quinoa
50g oats
1tbsp chia seeds
1/2 tsp salt
1-2 tsp YURI / Matcha Powder
1 tbsp coconut oil
2 tbsp cashew butter
75g mixture of cashews, pistachios and pumpkin seeds, chopped

Method To Assemble

  1. Roast quinoa and oats in the oven at 190°C for 10 - 15 minutes, until the quinoa is crispy. Remove and set aside.
  2. Remove pits from soaked dates and transfer the dates to a food processor, along with 60ml soaking liquid. Add salt and chia seeds and blend.
  3. Add the blend mixture to a bowl with YURI / Matcha powder, coconut oil, oats, quinoa, mixture of nuts and cashew butter. Mix thoroughly to combine using a spatula or your hands!
  4. Transfer into a tray or container of your liking lined with cling film and press down to flatten with cling film on top. Refrigerate until set (1 - 2 hours).
  5. Remove and slice into 8 even bars!

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