This stunning, must-try recipe is by Gurd Loyal from his book, “Mother Tongue”.Makes 10 Chicken Wings. Ingredients15 green cardamom pods1 tbsp coriander seeds1 tsp carom seeds1 tsp white sesame seeds8 garlic cloves4″ fresh ginger2 green chillies zest of 1 lime/lemonjuice of 1 lime/lemon1½ smoked salt/sea salt1 tsp ground black pepper1 tsp ground turmeric4 tsp white wine vinegar1 tsp garam masala50ml double … Read More
Simple yet effectively delicious meal, whether you enjoy it for lunch or dinner, this will be something that will please everyone!Serves 4 people. Ingredients2 leeks, roughly chopped500g chestnut mushrooms, roughly choppedsalted butterolive oil¼ tsp white pepper¼ tsp black pepper½ tsp garlic granules ¼ tsp salt1 tbsp chilli oil (optional)250g cheddar cheese, grated½ mozzarella ball4 tortillas Method– Add 1 tbsp of … Read More
Everyone loves pasta and I don’t make it enough! This comforting recipe is inspired Vicky Bennison’s Lean Spinach Ravioli in ‘Pasta Grannies’. Serves 4 people. Ingredientsolive oil250g rye flour250g pasta flour 2 eggs1 brown onion, finely choppedsalted butter30g plain flour400g frozen spinach, defrosted and drainedsea saltground black pepper½ tsp grated fresh nutmeg50g parmesan, gratedsmall handful of fresh rosemary/sage Method– Whisk … Read More
Cakes are truly my weakness – This is my favourite spring-time cake recipe! Ingredients For the Cake250g golden caster sugar250g self-raising flour 1 tsp baking powder5 large eggs250g unsalted butter, softened1 tsp vanilla extract1 tbsp milk For the Lemon Curdzest of 4 lemons juice of 4 lemons200g golden caster sugar100g unsalted butter4 eggsTop tip: if your lemon curd doesn’t thicken … Read More
An interesting and flavourful take on the classic falafel – A must-try!Serves 4-6 Ingredients250g chickpeas, soaked overnight 1 brown onion, roughly chopped2 garlic cloves a handful of fresh coriander leaves2 green chillies1 green mango, peeled and roughly chopped3 large cauliflower florets, roughly chopped1 tsp salt1 tsp cardamom powder3 tsp ground cumin2 tsp chaat masala5 tbsp gram flouroil of your choice … Read More
I love chickpeas, and usually I use tinned chickpeas to make things super simple however, this time I have decided to use dried chickpeas for some added flavour! This super comforting and healthy dish also happens to be Vegan! Top TipIf you want the extra flavour, use dried chickpeas and soak them in 1L of water over night. Ingredientsoil of … Read More
Dinner in under 15 minutes – this quick, super easy, egg fried rice is perfect for those evenings where you want a low-effort dinner for you and your family. Serves 4 Ingredientsoil of your choice1 large brown onion, roughly chopped200g white rice4 boneless and skinless chicken thighs4 garlic cloves, roughly chopped300g tenderstem broccoli, roughly choppedsalt 4 eggsground black pepper2 tsp … Read More
This is the perfect indulgent easter treat! This recipe is in collaboration with Waitrose. Ingredients4 hot cross buns (I’m using Waitrose’s chocolate and orange buns)soft cheese90g 70% dark chocolate, gratedsalted butter Method– Slice the bun in half. – Spread some soft cheese evenly onto both halves. – Add a generous sprinkle of grated chocolate onto half of the bun. – … Read More
These are the ultimate comfort food and a wonderful snack to make whilst wild garlic is in season! However, you can use green onions or spring onions instead.I like to serve mine with some masala chai. Ingredientsoil of your choice1 large handful wild garlic leaves, roughly chopped3 brown onions, roughly chopped½ tsp salt½ tsp chilli powder1 tsp garam masala ½ … Read More
This stunning recipe is by Gurd Loyal from his book, “Mother Tongue”.Serves 4 Ingredientsoil of your choice3 larges shallots, finely chopped2″ fresh ginger, finely chopped 8 garlic cloves, finely chopped2 tsp cumin seeds2 tsp coriander seeds4 cloves2 black cardamom pods3 star anise1 tbsp amchoor powder 1 tsp mace powder1 tsp turmeric powder1 tsp asafoetida1 tsp chilli flakes2 tsp dried fenugreek … Read More