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Garlic Mushrooms
Garlic MushroomsServe as a first course or as a side vegetable with pork chops or lamb cutlets. The nice addition is the parsley to give it that extra flavour.Serves 4 20 flat black mushrooms, stalks removed 4 tbsp olive oil 2 small lemons, zest removed and chopped,...
Muhammara – Red Pepper Relish
Muhammara - Red Pepper RelishMuhammara is a dip from Aleppo in Syria made from fresh or dried peppers, chilli peppers, breadcrumbs, olive oil and pomegranate molasses. the pomegranate molasses brings both tartness and sweetness to the relish. Muhammara is eaten as a...
Plain Basmati Rice
Plain Basmati RicePrep: 1 minCook: 10 minServes: 4200g Basmati riceThis is the absorption method of cooking rice where all the water would have been evaporated and there would be no need to drain any surplus liquid.The general rule of thumb when cooking white Basmati...
Tomato Chutney
Tomato ChutneyPrep: 5 minutesCook: 20 minutesServes: 4 Makes approximately 300g of chutneyMakes approximately 300g of chutney Ingredients:500g tomatoes1 tbsp olive oil¼ tsp nigella seeds¼ tsp brown or black mustard seeds¼ tsp ground cumin¼ tsp chilli powder½ tsp...
Egg Curry
Egg CurryPrep: 1o MinutesCook: 20 Minutes, plus 10 Minutes boiling timeServes: 42 tbsp olive oil2 onions, finely chopped3-4 garlic cloves, crushed1 green chilli, finely chopped1 tsp peeled and grated root ginger¼ tsp turmeric1 tsp ground cumin1 tsp ground coriander1...
Baked Salmon with Garlic
Baked Salmon with GarlicIf there are any spare salmon fillets that need a bit of jazzing up, you can’t go wrong with butter and garlic plus a touch of sweetness and spice. This works well with the herb dill too which can be garnished after cooking the fish....
Egg and Anchovy Salad
Egg and Anchovy SaladEgg and Anchovy Salad Anchovies are small salt water fish shiny and silver in colour native to the Mediterranean. They add a piquancy to any dish and only a few are required to lift the flavours of any dish. They are available predominantly...
Indian Roast Chicken
Indian Roast ChickenKashmiri chilli powder is a ground chilli pepper which is mild to medium hot and and has a piquant yet warm distinct flavour. It also adds a naturally bright red colour to dishes. Dry whole Kashmiri chillies are medium in size, cone shaped with...
Tandoori Chicken – Tandoori Murgh
African Chickpea StewThe traditional way to make tandoori chicken is by marinating the meat with spices and yogurt and then cooking it in a tandoor – a clay oven heated by charcoal. It is one of the healthiest ways of eating chicken as it is not served with a rich...
Potato Skins
Potato SkinsMost of the fibre is found in the skins of potatoes which assists in digestion. This is a once in a while treat but can be served with a crisp green salad. Serves 2 2 baking potatoes, scrubbed and washed 1 tbsp olive oil 50g Cheddar Cheese, grated 2 spring...
Indian Veg Puffs
Indian Veg PuffsThis is a great way to use up any leftover vegetables or even any fairly dry curry as a filling for these street food style Indian puffs which are technically pastry encased savoury treats. Makes about 8-10 puffs 2 tbsp sunflower oil 1 onion,...
Strawberries with Vanilla Cream
Strawberries with Vanilla CreamStrawberries are a great source of vitamins C and K and include folic acid, fibre and potassium. Pick strawberries that are firm and plump and bring to room temperature before serving. Serves 2 150ml double cream 1 tsp vanilla...
African Chickpea Stew
African Chickpea StewServes 6-8 Serves 6-83 tbsp olive oil2 onions, chopped3-4 garlic cloves, finely chopped1 tsp ground ginger¼ tsp allspice1 tsp curry powderA pinch of cayenne pepper or chilli powder1/4 tsp fine sea salt2 tsp tomato puree1 x 450g can chopped...
Baba Ganoush
Baba GhanoushServes 6-8 2 large aubergines (about 650g) 1/4 tsp black pepper Juice of 1 lemon, plus a little extra 2 tbsp tahini 2 garlic cloves, crushed 3 tbsp chopped mint or flat-leaf parsley 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil green olives, for garnish Sweet...
Bombay Potatoes
Bombay PotatoesBombay in western India is now called Mumbai but this Indian restaurant perennial served predominantly in the UK can be made quite easily at home in place of jackets or chips. Serves 4Bombay PotatoesServes 4 4 tbsp sunflower or rapeseed oil 1/4 tsp...
Green Beans with Potatoes
Green Beans with PotatoesServes 4200g potatoes, washed400g green beans, topped and tailed2 tbsp sunflower or olive oil½ tsp cumin seeds1/4 tsp turmeric4-5 garlic cloves, chopped2 tsp peeled and grated root gingerPlace the potatoes in a pan of water and partially boil...
Green Beans with Garlic and Mustard Seeds
Green Beans with Garlic and Mustard SeedsServes: 4Serves 3-4 125g thick rice flakes (poha) 2 tbsp sunflower🌻 or olive oil 1/2 tsp brown mustard seeds 1 onion, chopped 1 green chilli, chopped 1/4 tsp turmeric 1/2 tsp ground cumin 100g potatoes 🥔, peeled, boiled and cut...
Uppama – South Indian Semolina
Uppama - South Indian SemolinaServes 4Serves 3-4 125g thick rice flakes (poha) 2 tbsp sunflower🌻 or olive oil 1/2 tsp brown mustard seeds 1 onion, chopped 1 green chilli, chopped 1/4 tsp turmeric 1/2 tsp ground cumin 100g potatoes 🥔, peeled, boiled and cut into 2cm...
Savoury Steamed Gram Flour Patties – Dhokla
Savoury Steamed Gram Flour Patties - DhoklaThis is an easy dish to make with any leftover vegetables you have such as peas, and carrots 🥕. Poha is a type of rice that has been parboiled then rolled, flattened and dried to create flakes. Poha is also often known as...
Mackerel Pâté
Mackerel PâtéThis is a quick way to eat oily fish. The pâté can be used as a sandwich filler or spread on some toast, You can make this pâté with smoked mackerel or even sardines. Serves 4Serves 3-4 125g thick rice flakes (poha) 2 tbsp sunflower🌻 or olive oil 1/2 tsp...
Olive Pakoras
Olive PakorasPrep: 10 MinutesCook: 15 MinutesServes: Makes 8-10100g gram flour or besan1/2 tsp salt1 green chilli, finely chopped1/4 tsp cumin seeds, crushed1/4 tsp coriander seeds, crushed8-10 olivesOil for deep fryingIn a large bowl, tip in the gram flour with the...
Chapizza
ChapizzaA Chapizza is a modern twist on a traditional pizza, made using chapati flour on a curry paste base sauce. You can choose your own favourite toppings or keep it simple with a little cheese, mushroom and basil. Makes 6 portions6 chapatis1 yellow (bell) pepper,...
Sweet Potatoes
Sweet PotatoesPrep: 10 MinutesCook: 15 Minutes Serves 4600g sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into bite sized chunks1/2 tsp salt2 tbsp sunflower or olive oil1 green chilli, chopped1/2 tsp cumin seedsa few washed and chopped coriander leaves, for garnishBring 600ml water...
Carrot Halwa
Carrot HalwaPrep: –Cook: –Serves: 4225g carrots, washed, peeled and grated300ml semi-skimmed milk25g granulated or caster sugar1 tsp unsalted butter or 1 tsp rapeseed oil (optional)5-6 saffron strandsthe seeds of 4-5 cardamom pods, coarsely ground1 tbsp ground almonds...
Guacamole
GuacamoleA refreshing chunky dunking dip that can accompany nachos or become a side dish with some rice and Mexican style beans. Serves 42 ripe avocados 4 tomatoes, finely chopped Juice of 1 lime a few washed and finely chopped coriander leaves 1 red onion, finely...
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Turmeric and Mushroom Rice
Turmeric and Mushroom RiceServes 3-4 This recipe can be prepared using white rice but this recipe with brown rice has a nuttier flavour. If you don’t have any mushrooms, you could replace with frozen vegetables. 1 tbsp olive oil 1/2 onion, chopped 100g...
Green Beans with Garlic and LemonServes 4 Mustard seeds are to southern, south-western and eastern India what cumin seeds are to the north. Used to season just about every savoury preparation, their hot and nutty flavour is brought out once they are heated in oil....
Chai Spiced Biscuits
Chai Spiced BiscuitsMakes approximately 24 biscuits depending on the size of cutter This is a great recipe to have with a simple cup of tea. It is made using the spices one would use to make masala chai or spiced tea. If you cannot get hold of chai spices extract, you...
Indian Almond Milk – Basundi
Indian Almond Milk - BasundiMakes 4 small cups Generally this rich drink is made with butter and cream. However, I’ve turned it into a healthier treat that can be drunk hot in the winter and cold during the summer months. I’ve prepared this using evaporated milk for a...
Indian Bread and Butter Pudding – Double ka Meetha
Indian Bread and Butter Pudding - Double ka MeethaServes 6 Double ka Meetha is an eggless baked dish that is also known as Shahi Tukra. Slices of bread are lightly fried and then immersed in a richly spiced milk that is sweetened either with condensed milk or sugar....
Mum’s Coconut Chutney
Mum's Coconut ChutneyServes 4 This is a chutney which was created with ingredients which were to hand during an ad hoc cooking class where a student was keen to know how to prepare one. There are many variations of coconut chutney but this is my Mum’s version which...