Recipes for cancer sufferers: green tea and lime chocolate truffles

Some years ago I misplaced my father to cancer, and at the time there was neither expertise, nor the emphasis, placed on the function a healthful diet can contribute. I am proud that we can perform a component in helping individuals at such a challenging time

80g Valrhona 70% dark chocolate

two limes, zested

10g honey

160g lime juice

60g unsalted butter, diced

three tbsp cocoa powder

Place the cream in a small saucepan and heat. When at boiling stage add the tea, get rid of from the heat and infuse for 10 minutes.

Squeeze the tea bags among two spoons and discard.

Combine both chocolates with each other and melt in a metal bowl more than some warm water.

Include the zest of the 2 limes to the chocolate.

Include the honey and lime juice to the cream.

Carry this liquid to the boil and pour onto the chocolate and stir utilizing a whisk, till thoroughly integrated.

Proceed stirring, including the diced butter a tiny at a time. Pour into a clean bowl and chill for 3 hours.

Using a massive melon baller, scoop the chocolate and with your hands make into balls and chill till ready to use.

To finish: Roll the chocolate in cocoa powder ahead of serving.

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‘Recipes for Life: Inspired Cooking Past Cancer’, by Peter Marshall (£25, Chef Books) is obtainable from chefmagazine.co.united kingdom. All profits go to the Leaders in Oncology Care’s Residing Effectively programme.

Recipes for cancer sufferers: green tea and lime chocolate truffles