REVIEW: Maggi Stir Fry Creations

This is a Product Talk by Nuffnang post.

Maggi Stir Fry Creations

Thanks to Nuffnang, I was able to try the new Stir Fry Creations range from Maggi, as part of Product Talk. This range introduces us to a unique two-step process where you first coat the meat in Infusion Paste, then follow up with the Finishing Sauce right at the end. This is designed to create a depth of flavour, so your mid-week stir fry can still be quick and easy to prepare, but also be balanced and delicious.

The five flavours in the range are:
- Honey, Soy & Garlic
- Teriyaki & Sesame
- Sweet Chilli, Ginger & Lemongrass
- Chinese Five Spice & Soy
- Garlic & Ginger

I like the idea behind the Maggi Stir Fry Creations range, because adding flavour layering seems to raise the stir fry to a restaurant quality meal. However, in practice, I found that cooking it took me a bit longer than it normally does on stir fry night, due to working with a Paste and a Sauce (as opposed to just one jar of sauce) and the addition of more equipment, as the recipe asks that you cover the meat in the Infusion Paste in a separate bowl while you prepare the vegetables. This was extra washing up for me! The great thing about the stir fry is that it's a one-pot wonder. Chuck it all in the wok, cook it and you're done. I guess I just want my stir fries to be quick, easy and hassle-free, and having to use a separate bowl made it a bit fiddly. I'm a fan of the packaging; the packets are perforated down the middle and pull apart easily. The instructions on the back are clear and easy to follow, and they've even put a little Simply Add section that spells it out in case you don't know what goes in a stir fry (lol).

I really enjoyed the flavour of the Teriyaki & Sesame Chicken. It was delicious and much stronger than the flavours I normally create! I kept this meal simple by just adding chopped carrot and onion, and some 'peas, carrot and corn' from a frozen packet in the freezer. You can accompany the meal with either rice or noodles, and I chose rice. See how it turned out below!

Teriyaki & Sesame Chicken

Sweet Chilli, Ginger & Lemongrass Chicken had a much more subtle flavour, and wasn't as impressive as the Teriyaki & Sesame, but was still very nice. Hubby didn't like it much because he's not a big fan of ginger, however I hardly noticed the ginger! I took the liberty of adding some orange juice and the finely grated zest of an orange, because I have a ton of oranges at the moment and need to get rid of them and I thought the flavours would go well together. Vegetable-wise, I added carrot, onion, sugar snap peas and choi sum (I still don't know what this is, but it sounds fancy!). Finished meal is below!

Sweet Chilli, Ginger & Lemongrass Chicken

I didn't receive Garlic & Ginger Chicken (probably a good thing, given hubby's ginger aversion), but can't wait to try Honey, Soy & Garlic Chicken and especially Chinese Five Spice & Soy Beef, because a beef stir fry will make a nice change from the chicken ones!

These products are stocked nationally in Coles, Woolworths and Independent supermarkets for $3.29 RRP.

Disclaimer: This is a Product Talk by Nuffnang post. This is not a sponsored post (no money was accepted/offered). This review is my honest opinion.

WINNERS ANNOUNCED: Clearasil Vitamins & Extracts Daily Wash Giveaway

Thanks to everyone who entered my Nuffnang Product Talk Clearasil Vitamins & Extracts Daily Wash Giveaway! I've chosen 5 Winners, and without further ado ........

CONGRATS TO THE FOLLOWING WINNERS!

Elle Bousles
Stakky32
havealaughonme
Laureny @The Surprise Beginning
Lisa @lybliss

All winners have been contacted. 

Thanks for supporting Max The Unicorn, and stay tuned for future giveaways!

Clearasil Vitamins & Extracts Daily Wash REVIEW + GIVEAWAY

This is a Product Talk by Nuffnang post.

I'm very excited to be writing my very first Nuffnang Product Talk post! I was sent a Clearasil Vitamins & Extracts Daily Wash to trial and there's also a GIVEAWAY, so keep reading be sure to get your entry in!

Clearasil say: "Formulated with Avocado extracts and nourishing Vitamin E, glycerine for hydration as well as Pomegranate fruit extract, an anti-oxidant known to help keep skin looking and feeling healthy, these delicious smelling products cleanse gently and do not leave your skin over dried."

This light green, silky smooth face wash is very creamy in texture and felt luxurious and pampering when I massaged it in. I love that the mild formula is so gentle. My skin wasn't irritated, and I feel like I could trust this Daily Wash to cleanse without causing any reaction even if my skin was going through a sensitive phase. I was left with cleansed, nourished, soft skin that felt great. The formula seems suitable for most skin types; since it doesn't dry out your skin, I'm confident dry, combination, oily (that's me) and sensitive skin types alike could benefit from using this product.

The fragrance is just lovely, too! It's light, fruity, soothing and relaxing. And just a bit addictive! The fruit extracts work to condition the skin and the formula contains less salycillic acid than other Clearasil products, making it milder, while still working to clean and prevent breakouts. I've been using this daily for a couple of weeks and I'm really happy with how clear my skin is at the moment. Admittedly, it has (strangely) been clear for about a month now, so it was clear before I started this trial, but I haven't broken out, and I feel Clearasil Vitamins & Extracts Daily Wash is working to keep my skin clear and healthy looking.

This product can also be left on and used as a Mask, but I didn't try that out, because hubby needs a break from being scared silly with my various Face Mask looks :D

You can check out Clearasil on Facebook here.

GIVEAWAY!

Nuffnang have 5 x Clearasil Vitamins & Extracts Daily Wash 150ml (full-size) tubes to give away to the best five answers to the following question:

What skin concerns do you think Clearasil Vitamins & Extracts Daily Wash can help you with?

* Please include your email with your comment. If you're a winner, I'll need to email you to get your mailing details to forward to Nuffnang, who will be sending the prizes out.
* Please also ensure you are following Max The Unicorn via Google Friend Connect, email or on Facebook (see right hand side of blog). This won't count towards your entry, but I will love you long time :D

Giveaway ends 5:00pm AEST 22 July 2013

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GOOD LUCK!

Disclaimer: This is a Product Talk by Nuffnang post. This is a non-paid, non-sponsored post, however I was provided with the product for trial and review purposes. All opinions are my own.

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*Disclaimer: This blog post is an entry for the Nuffnang 'post about your favourite Shrub Cocktail' competition. I haven't tried them (yet!), so I used my imagination, going by the flavours each cocktail contained, to come up with my favourite. Fingers crossed!