1. Add Winter Produce
In the winter time, you can find balance in macrobiotic diets by preparing warm hearty soups and baked goods. Pickled cabbage is a common ingredient in winter soups. Grains that have been harvested in late fall are also great to incorporate into winter macrobiotic meals. Oat, celery and rye are all good additions to winter meals. Early winter vegetables should also be added to meals. Broccoli and lettuce are great additions to add a bit of green to winter meals. Squash, pumpkins and seeds are also great additions when planning winter menus.
2. Find Locally Grown Foods
The Macrobiotic Diet is about eating foods that are local. This may prove challenging in the winter. Many people pickle vegetables for use later during the year. Others enjoy what they find at their local farmers market. You can also ask the farmers how the food is grown. It is best to find the balance of produce that is raised without pesticides and chemicals. Organically grown produce is better for balancing the energy of your food.
3. Winter Cooking Methods
Prepare your winter meals in a method that is appropriate for winter eating. Winter is the time for baking and making soups. Things such as puddings, soups, stews and rolls are appropriate in the winter time. Beets, wild and brown rice, compotes and other foods that have been prepared to be stored are great resources in the winter months. Keep in mind that what you cook with is just as important as how you cook. Try to use wooden utensils. Cookware should be stainless steel or cast iron. If at all possible, use a gas stove when preparing meals. It is a more gentle method of cooking.
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