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Chapatis
Chapatis - Unleavened FlatbreadsChapatis, made fresh everyday, are a type of unleavened bread from northern India. The wholewheat dough is made from a flour that is predominantly ground in stone mills known as chakkis. The grinding of the wheat with stone, breaks and...
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...
Houmous
HoumousServes 4 1x 400g can of chickpeas 2-3 cloves garlic, crushed2 tbsp tahini 1 garlic clove, crushed4 tbsp olive oiljuice of 1 lemon2 tbsp orange juice2-4 tbsp chickpea water1/2 tsp ground cumin1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper ¼ tsp paprika ½ tsp chilli...
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,...
Onion Fritters – Pyaaz Pakora
Onion Fritters - Pyaaz PakoraPakoras, sometimes called bhajis or bhajias, are batter-fried snacks usually eaten as a starter. The batter is made of spiced chickpea or gram flour that is gluten free. This flour is used to coat vegetables or fish to create a variety of...
Streetfood Snack – Samosa Chaat
Streetfood Snack - Samosa ChaatThis 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 chura and used...
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...
Oriental style Duck Salad
Batata Poha - Potato with Rice FlakesServes 4Serves 4 180g duck meat, such as breast 2 tsp olive oil Various cress such as Daikon, Shisho Green and Shisho purple, for dressing the salad, washed 2 tsp toasted pine nuts ½ shallot, peeled and cut into thin semi circles...
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...
Cheesy Nachos
Cheesy NachosThis is a favourite at most parties and also when you fancy a quick snack with friends. Serves 3-4Serves 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...
Gram Flour Potato Balls – Batata Vada
Gram Flour Potato Balls - Batata VadaMakes about 12-151 tbsp sunflower or vegetable oil 600g fluffy white or red potatoes, peeled, boiled and coarsely chopped ½ tsp each brown mustard seeds and turmeric and ¾ tsp salt 1 tsp sugar 2 green chillies, finely chopped 30g...
Vegetable Rissoles – Vegetable Chop
Vegetable Rissoles - Vegetable ChopThis 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 chura and...
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...
Samosas
SamosasPrep: 20 MinutesCook: 40 MinutesServes: Makes 10-12Ingredients:For the filling2 tbsp vegetable oil¼ tsp cumin seeds1 onion, chopped2 green chillies, finely chopped¼ tsp salt¼ tsp ground corianderPinch of garam masala300g potatoes, peeled boiled and roughly...
Chicken Cutlets
Chicken CutletsPrep: 15 MinutesCook: 10 Minutes, plus 20 minutes boiling potatoes and chickenServes: 4Makes about 12-15 cutletsIngredients:500g boneless and skinless chicken pieces, cooked and shredded (see below)1/4 tsp turmeric1-2 fluffy potatoes, such as King...
Batata Poha – Potato with Rice Flakes
Batata Poha - Potato with Rice FlakesThis 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 chura and...
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...
Tapioca Patties – Sabudana Vada
Tapioca Patties - Sabudana VadaPrep: 10 Minutes, plus 20 minutes boiling potatoesCook: 10 MinutesServes: 4Makes 15-20 patties200g tapioca400g white or fluffy potatoes, peeled and boiled2 green chillies, finely chopped1/2 tsp salt12 whole peanuts, roasted and crushed...
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Vegetable Biryani
Vegetable Biryani Serves 4400g basmati rice 2 onions, sliced 5 tbsp butter or ghee 2 x 5cm/2½in stick cassia bark 6 green cardamoms 4 cloves 2 bay leaves 1 tsp cumin seeds 500g/1lb vegetables: peas, green beans, cut into 2cm/1 in pieces, and carrots, cut into...
Potato and Gram Flour Fritters – Aloo Pakora
Potato and Gram Flour Fritters - Aloo Pakora This is another way to eat a street food snack known as pakoras which are extremely moreish so I warn you to eat in moderation and make them on special occasions such as a tea time get-together. Serves 2Sunflower or...