Meet the NEW Kakadu Plum Co. Range!

The Bushgear Team are excited to be bringing this Australian brand to the UK and sharing the story of these Aboriginal Superfoods. 

The Kakadu Plum Co. range brings us ethically sourced Native Australian Bush Foods and Indigenous Products in the form of spices and food powders.

Read on to see an overview of the range and its benefits and uses...

Kakadu Plum

Benefits

• Highest source of natural Vitamin C of any plant in the world
• Great for immune system
• Vitamin C supports collagen production

Uses

• Add to: water, smoothies, protein shakes, juice
• Sprinkle on: salads, yogurt, cereal, breakfast bowls, porridge, fruit salad
• Use in: protein balls, muesli bars, jams, salad dressing

 

Davidson Plum

Benefits

• Higher anti-oxidant capacity than blueberries and higher levels of lutein than avocado
• Excellent source of potassium - vital for the heartbeat, muscle movement, nerves and kidney functions.
• A good source of Vitamin E; for glowing youthful skin 
• A unique dairy-free source of calcium.

Uses

• Smoothies
• Jams
• Puddings
• Cakes - Sprinkle a little on top of the frosting

 

Desert Lime

Benefits

• High in Vitamin C, folate and Vitamin E.
• High potassium:sodium ratio - may help to reduce blood pressure.
• Distinctive zesty citrus flavour.

Uses

• Great in jams and preserves
• Include in marinades for fish or chicken
• Sprinkle on top of muesli or porridge

 

Anise Myrtle

Benefits

• Tastes and smells of liquorice
• Strong aniseed scent and flavour
• Traditionally used by Aboriginal people medicinally as a tonic which had a vitalising effect

Uses

• Baking - add a little to your bread or biscotti mix
• Dips, salad dressings and hot sauces
• Replace aniseed liqueurs in savoury or sweet recipes for alcohol-free licorice flavour
• Sprinkle over roasted vegetables or garnish pumpkin soup

Lemon Myrtle with Kakadu Plum

Benefits:

• Lemony flavour and aroma
• Source of Vitamin A, E and magnesium - helping indigestion and boosting immune system
• Antibacterial
• Anti-inflammatory
• High Vitamin C (5% Kakadu Plum Powder)

Uses:

• Add to: cakes, ice cream, dressings, smoothies
• Spinkle on: salads, roast vegetables, soup, pasta, cereal, fish
• Use in: muesli bars, bread, protein balls, sauces

Saltbush

Benefits/Uses:

• Salty and Earthy flavour
• Substitute for traditional salt or combine with other herbs and spices
• Use as a seasoning - great with meats and lamb in particular

 

 

Strawberry Gum

Benefits/Uses

• Enhances flavour of cooked fruit dishes, desserts or spiced jams, bringing out a classic 'berry'  flavour
• Make a pure berry-flavoured herbal tea
• Use in puddings, baked goodies and Chia seed desserts, cheese cake, chutney, sauces, poultry dishes

 

 

 

Wattleseed

 

Benefits

• Tastes and smells a little like roasted coffee with a touch of chocolate and hazelnut
• Good source of protein, zinc and magnesium 
• Low glycemic food, which releases its sugars slowly

Uses

• Add to: cakes, ice cream, dressings, smoothies
• Sprinkle on: salads, scrambled eggs, yogurt
• Use in: marinade, jams, cakes, biscuits, bread, muesli bars, protein balls