Spicy barbecued shrimp

serves 6

Ingredients

3.5 pounds (1.5 kilos) medium shrimp, shelled & de-veined
2.7 fl. oz. (80mL) olive oil
1/4 teaspoon chilli powder
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon each sea salt & black pepper
Bamboo skewers, soaked in water for several hours

Method

Mix the spices and seasonings with the olive oil in a bowl.  Add the shrimp and toss well to make sure they are all covered well.
Thread one shrimp onto each skewer and cook on a barbecue or under a hot grill for approximately 2 to 3 minutes (until translucent).
Serve as an appetizer.

Liver friendly fruit cocktail

serves 4

Ingredients

2 slices fresh pineapple
4 strawberries
2 passion fruit pulp
13.5 fl. oz. (400mL) each of berry, pineapple & pear juice
Juice of 1/2 lime
6 drops of liquid stevia
2 drops vanilla essence
10 fresh mint leaves, finely chopped

Method

Blend all ingredients together.  Pour into glasses.  Add ice cubes if desired.