Mango and Lemon Loaf Cake

This fluffy and refreshing cake is a summer favourite, especially when indian mangoes are in season! IngredientsFor the Cake175g unsalted butter, softened175g golden caster sugar175g self-raising flourzest of 2 unwaxed lemons3 eggs1 tbsp milk For the Syrupjuice of 2 lemons50g caster sugar50ml water For the Cream Topping300ml double cream1 tbsp caster sugar1 mango, peeled and chopped into cubes Method– Preheat … Read More

Mum’s Onion and Peas Pulao

This is sadly the last ‘cook with mum’ recipe that I will be sharing for a while! This is a simple recipe to be enjoyed on it’s own or served with your favourite curry.Serves 6. Ingredientsoil of choice1 brown onion, thinly sliced1 tsp cumin seeds1 black/green cardamom 1 ½ cup of rice, rinsed twice1 cup frozen peas1 tsp salt½ tsp … Read More

Gunpowder Chicken

Brought to you in collaboration with Waitrose & Partners, this is a summer special! Served with herby roasted courgette and pearl barley. Fragrant and delicious. Get your barbecue ready!Serves 4 Ingredientsoil of choice150g natural yoghurtsalt pepper1 tbsp gunpowder spice blend4 tbsp chilli infused olive oil4 chicken legs200g pearly barley 2 tbsp vadouvan spice blend 2 courgettes, sliced lengthways1 brown onion, … Read More

Vegan Burger

It’s finally feeling like summer in England so I felt inspired to cook a light and healthy vegan burger and want to share it with you. Serves 4 Ingredients4 brioche buns400g chickpeas, drained and rinsed400g haricot beans, drained and rinsed1 carrot, peeled and grated1 sweetheart cabbage, finely chopped2 red onions, thinly slicedsmall handful dill, finely choppedsaltpepper3 tbsp mayonnaise1 tbsp of … Read More

Vegan Cauliflower Curry

Easy, healthy cauliflower vegan curry and still super creamy! Plus, there’s a secret ingredient which make this recipe extra tasty. Ingredientsoil of choicesmall handful cashewnuts, roughly chopped1 tsp cumin seeds2 dried chillies 2 brown onions, roughly chopped4 garlic cloves, roughly chopped1″ ginger, roughly chopped4 tomatoes, roughly chopped1 beetroot, roughly chopped2 potatoes, roughly chopped1 small cauliflower, roughy chopped1 tsp garam masala1 … Read More

KitKat Brownies

These super simple and delicious brownies are a true melt-in-you-mouth crowd-pleaser.  Ingredients300g unsalted butter300g dark chocolate150g golden caster sugar5 eggs150g plain flour50g cocoa powder½ tsp salt1 tsp vanilla extract2 KitKat bars (8 fingers), roughly chopped2 KitKat bars for decoration (optional) Method– Preheat the oven to 180°C / 160°C with a fan – Grease and line a large, rectangular baking pan.  … Read More

Aubergine, Tomato & Chickpea Bake

This recipe is inspired by Sammi Tamimi and Tara Wigley’s Book, ‘Falastin‘.This recipe serves 4 people. Ingredientsextra virgin olive oil5 aubergines, sliced into 1cm thicksaltpepper2 brown onions, finely chopped6-8 garlic cloves, finely chopped1 tsp chilli powder1 tsp ground cumin½ tsp ground cinnamon 2 tsp tomato purée2 green peppers, roughly chopped400g chopped tomatoes 400g chickpeas, drained & rinsed1 ½ tsp sugar2 … Read More

Chilli Eggs

This recipe is from Yasmin Khan’s book, ‘Ripe Figs‘ and is the perfect light-lunch meal. Serves 1. Ingredients200g greek yoghurt1 slice sourdough bread, toastedsalt½ tsp cider vinegar 30g butter¼ tsp aleppo pepper ½ garlic clove, crushed Method– Crack an egg into a small bowl. – Fill a pan with water. Add ¼ tsp salt, ½ tsp cider vinegar, and bring … Read More

Mum’s Paneer Bhurji

This recipe is super healthy, tasty, and ready in 10 minutes! Serves 6 Ingredients2 brown onions, finely choppedoil of choice1 tsp cumin seeds1 tsp black mustard seeds150g frozen peas2 green chillies, roughly chopped450g paneer1 tsp salt½ tsp turmeric powder½ tsp chilli powder1 tsp garam masala Method– Add 2-3 tbsp of oil to a hot pan. Add the cumin seeds and black … Read More

Chilli Garlic Chicken Noodles

This is seriously spicy recipe is super quick and easy and perfect for those spice lovers! Indulge in the perfect blend of flavours in this mouthwatering Asian fusion dish.Serves 1 Ingredients4 garlic cloves, finely chopped1 chicken thigh, boneless and skinless1 red chilli, thinly sliced1 red onion, thinly slicedoil of choice3 spring onions, finely chopped1 tsp oyster sauce1 tsp dark soy … Read More