Watch Jamie's Super Food

Jamie's Super Food is a Channel 4 show that aired in 2015 and features the celebrity chef, Jamie Oliver. The show is centered around exploring different cultures and their unique approach to using superfoods in their diets. Superfoods are foods that have high nutritional value and are believed to have health benefits beyond their basic nutritional content. Jamie travels around the world to discover new and interesting superfoods and then creates recipes that incorporate them.

The show is split into six episodes, each one showcasing a different part of the world: Greece, Spain, Morocco, South Korea, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. In each episode, Jamie meets with locals who share a common passion for using superfoods in their cuisine. He learns about the various health benefits of each superfood, as well as the cultural significance and history behind them.

In the Greece episode, Jamie travels to the island of Ikaria, known for its high number of centenarians - people living to over 100 years of age. He discovers their secret to longevity is the Mediterranean diet which is filled with fresh vegetables, fish, and olive oil. Jamie learns how to make a traditional Greek salad and meets with locals who show him how to cook with wild greens like dandelion and amaranth.

The Spain episode takes Jamie to the city of Valencia where he discovers the benefits of saffron, a spice that has been used in traditional Spanish cooking for centuries. Jamie learns how to make a healthy paella using brown rice, and a superfood-packed gazpacho.

In Morocco, Jamie is introduced to Argan oil, a superfood oil that is used for everything from cooking to beauty products. He also discovers the benefits of foods like dates, almonds, and pomegranates. Jamie learns how to make harira, a traditional Moroccan soup that is both delicious and nutritious.

The South Korea episode shows Jamie the health benefits of fermented foods like kimchi and miso. He also learns about the importance of balancing hot and cold foods in traditional Korean cuisine. Jamie tries his hand at making a Korean-style chicken noodle soup using ingredients like gochujang (a fermented chili paste) and goji berries.

Switzerland is home to superfoods like quinoa, chard, and walnuts, all of which Jamie incorporates into his recipes. He also visits a farm where he learns about the benefits of organic farming and sustainable agriculture.

Finally, Jamie brings the focus back to the UK where he introduces viewers to a wide range of homegrown superfoods like apples, berries, and nettles. He creates recipes like a superfood breakfast, a superfood roast dinner, and a healthy afternoon tea.

Throughout each episode, Jamie demonstrates easy-to-follow recipes that use natural, unprocessed ingredients. He shows the audience how to incorporate superfoods into their diets in a fun and accessible way. Jamie's Super Food is a great show for anyone looking to learn more about healthy eating and how to use superfoods in their cooking.