Increasing awareness on the nutritional benefits of the food items we consume has led to the springing up of new food companies. These have their focus on producing and promoting products that are effective against different types of diseases. One of such ventures that is making waves at the moment is Olyke Foods.
The encounter began on Facebook. Reading the greetings she sent out to the public sphere on the International Women’s Day got one intrigued. Simply tagged: “Greetings from Maureen, 1st Officer @OlykeFoods”, her message read thus: “Did you know that food, like fashion, should provide a combination of function and pleasure? So, eating the right food is akin to wearing the right style. Again, food as an important part of cultural heritage and national identity can connect people and places.”
Interesting, isn’t it? Of course, it is providing the connecting chord between the human needs of foods and clothing, and even narrowing it down to lifestyle and fashion offers some unique attributes to what we consume on daily basis. So, the urge to get to know much more about Olyke Foods brought more nutrients of knowledge for one to digest and assimilate.
From all indications, the company has a thematic thrust on providing its teeming consumers with foods that are not only nutritious but ones that serve to protect them from some debilitating diseases. Amongst its prime products are ground almond, oat flour and coarse bulgar. Others include oat flat bread and ground almond banana pancake.
On nutrition, for instance, it directs those that have been looking for where to buy quality ground Almond, to look no further! In its convincing words, it states that: “You’ve come to the right place. We’re prepared to meet your dietary needs; whether you have celiac restrictions, comply with Paleo or Keto lifestyle, or just want low-carb feeding”. So, what is unique about the NAFDAC –approved product?
Chemical analysis reveal that, its ground Almond consists of skinned and ground almonds to a coarse texture. This high quality, gluten- free product, sets the standard for baking items such as cookies, cakes, scone, and bread. It also serves as a substitute for breadcrumbs for coating meat and topping vegetables as well as casseroles.
What more, when combined with Psyllium Husk, it is serves as a low-carb and healthy option for Fufu or Swallow, a staple food common in many West African countries. It is prepared by mixing and pounding into dough-like consistency and served with soup or sauce.
Another outstanding quality of Olyke foods is the assurance given with regards to Shelf-Life, or the length of time it would take for the food item to expire. For instance, Olyke Ground Almond will store for 1 year from the date of manufacture. But it should be stored in a cool, dry place away from strong odour. Once opened, it should be kept keep airtight. The packaged Olyke Ground Almond is available in 1kg pack and 12 x 1kg in a box. Ingredients: 100% Pure Almond.
In addition is the vital information provided on the package for those who are allergic to gluten: It states clearly that: “It may contain trace amounts of wheat. For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in BOLD”.
One other interesting offering from Olyke Foods is the information it provides for the preparation of some food items. The ingredients for Oat banana fritters are 1 cup of Oat flour, 2 bananas, 2 teaspoons of ground nutmeg, 2 pinches of fine salt and Vegetable oil for frying
It also gives the directions in an easy-to-read format. It states that one should peel the bananas and mash together with the oat flour in a bowl until it is dough-like before adding nutmeg and salt. And to ensure consistency and no lumps, you can mould it with your hands on a flat kitchen worktop. Cut out small round balls and put in a bowl for pan frying. Pan fry till it is brown. Sprinkle honey and serve with yogurt and strawberries (or any fruit of your choice).
Given such do-it-yourself information one can stay in the comfort of her house and prepare the food that ensures comfort and freedom from illnesses.
With emphasis on nutritional benefits, Olyke Oat Flour consists of pure, fresh, first-class white oats. It works as an excellent substitute to wheat flour in bakery items like cookies, cakes, scone, bread, and pancakes, adding a great texture and moist results. It is also a healthy option for Fufu, a staple food common in many West African countries, prepared by mixing and pounding into a dough-like consistency and served with soup or sauce. It can also be used as a thickener for homemade gravy, frosting, batters, and soups.
This premium quality flour blends well with other products and has a unique, natural flavour that is detectable even after mixing. It consists of pure oats, and works as an excellent substitute to wheat flour in bakery items like cookies, cakes, scone, bread, and pancakes adding a great texture and moist results.
It can be combined with other agents like salt and egg to crust meat or fish before baking. Whoever is preparing the food should ensure that the meat or fish is baked in its own juices, preventing evaporation through the sealing of the crust. For fitness enthusiasts, it can also serve as a thickener for smoothies.
It is also a healthy option for Fufu or Swallow, a staple food common in many West African countries, prepared by mixing and pounding into a dough-like consistency and served with soup or sauce. It can also be used as a thickener for homemade gravy, frosting, batters, smoothies, soups and for crusting meat.
As for shelf-life, Olyke Oat Flour will store for 1year and six months from the date of manufacture. It should however, be stored in a cool, dry place away from strong odour. Once opened, keep airtight.
The packaging for Olyke Oat Flour is available in 1kg pack, 3kg pack and 4 x 3kg in a box. Ingredients: 100% Pure Oats. The Allergen information states that it may contain trace amounts of wheat.
The take-away from all these processed food products is the importance of patronizing only those that would guarantee health to the consumers-both the enlightened and the ignorant ones.