Source: nephrocare.it

Presentation

A nutritious recipe, consisting of a second course of French origin prepared with guinea fowl meat, pumpkin, mustard, lemon, extra virgin olive oil, pepper, oregano, rosemary, nutmeg

Ingredients

For 6 people

1 guinea fowl of about 2 kg, cut into 8 pieces

800 g of fresh pumpkin (28.2 oz)

2 tbsp Dijon mustard

The grated zest and juice of 2 lemons

2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil

Pepper, oregano, rosemary, nutmeg

Method

To grill the pumpkin: preheat the oven to 180-190 °C

Brush a baking dish with oil.

Peel the pumpkin and remove the seeds, then cut it into slices about 1 cm thick and transfer it to the baking dish.

Sprinkle the pumpkin with oil, chopped herbs and a pinch of grated nutmeg. Bake it in the oven for about 30 minutes.

Halfway through cooking, gently turn the pumpkin slices.

Preparation of the guinea fowl

Brown the guinea fowl pieces under the grill or in a non-stick pan for 6 minutes on each side.

The skin should be well cooked.

Mix the mustard with the lemon zest and juice and season with pepper.

Remove the guinea fowl from the pot and transfer it to a baking dish, brushing it with a teaspoon of oil.

Then brush it with the previously prepared mustard and cook it for 20 minutes.

Prick the meat with a skewer where it is thickest: if the juices are clear, the meat is cooked.

Serve it immediately with the grilled pumpkin.

Allergens

Lemon: Lemon intolerance or possible cross-reaction in case of grass pollen allergy

Nutmeg: possible reaction in case of intolerance to spices

Extra virgin olive oil: unusual allergy; intolerance not described

Oregano: reactivity in case of sensitivity to Lamiaceae (or Labiatae): thyme, sage, mint, rosemary, nepeta

Pepper (green, pink, black, grey, white): possible cross-reactivity in case of spice intolerance

Rosemary: possible reaction in case of intolerance to spices

Mustard: included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Pumpkin: possible cross-reaction in case of allergy to Artemisia and Composite

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Guinea fowl meat: rich in selenium that supports the immune system. To reduce the presence of potassium, boil the meat in plenty of water which is then eliminated.

Lemon: Rich in substances with antioxidant action: vitamin C, beta-carotene, cryptoxanthin, lutein and zeaxanthin, which promote the regeneration of liver cells, the functionality of the immune system and which act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients and useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. A species that provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Nutmeg: source of vitamin A, carotenoids and manganese with antioxidant properties favorable to the proper functioning of the immune system

Extra virgin olive oil: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids

Oregano: provides antioxidants and vitamin E that are conducive to the proper functioning of the immune system

Pepper (green, pink, black, gray, white): contains piperine, a powerful antioxidant; it improves insulin sensitivity by reducing cholesterol levels and activating metabolism. Recommended for people with cardiovascular problems.

Rosemary: rich in principles favorable to kidney function (stimulate diuresis), the cardiovascular system by promoting sweating and liver function by promoting bile secretion.

Mustard: able to strengthen the immune system; also suitable for nephropathic patients

Pumpkin: rich in carotenoids that promote the functionality of the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. It provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract the depressed

Safety / Intended use

Product also intended for subjects with:

• Anorexia – Weight Loss

Not recommended in case of:

• Dysphagia (problems chewing and swallowing)
• Nausea and vomiting
• Mucositis (inflammation and lesions of the oral cavity) with regard to acidity