Chicken Kofta Curry

Super soft, melt-in-your-mouth kofta curry. Serves 4 people. Ingredients2 small red onions, finely chopped4 green cardamom pods1 bay leaf1 cinnamon stick1 tsp cumin seeds5 garlic cloves, grated1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, grated200g passata chilli powder roasted punjab masalasalt350g skinless and boneless chicken things, mincedhandful of fresh coriander, roughly choppedsunflower/vegetable/rapeseed oil Method– Add 4-6 tbsp of oil to a large hot … Read More

Onion and Tomato Pasta

Straight forward but deeply delicious. You just need a little bit of time to fully bring out the rich flavours.This recipe serves 4 people. Ingredients8 red onions, thinly sliced1 red chilli, roughly chopped500g dried pastaolive oilsaltblack pepper½ tsp sugar300g passata350g rigatone pasta Method– Add 3-4 tbsp of olive oil to a hot pan. Add the red chilli and red onions. … Read More

Masala Roast Potatoes

My own spin on roast potatoes to go with your Sunday feast! Ingredients4 medium potatoes, peeled and roughly chopped3 garlic cloves, gratedvegetable/sunflower/rapeseed oilsmall handful of fresh curry leaves, roughly chopped2 green chillies, roughly choppedsalt½ amchoor powder/dried mango powder½ garam masalahandful fresh mint leaveshandful fresh coriander 1 small onion, roughly chopped2 onions thinly sliced3 green chillies 1 tsp sugarJuice of 1 … Read More

Dahi Vada

This is a traditional Diwali treat and a must-try! They consist of a fried lentil dumpling, dumped in creamy yoghurt and drizzled with chutney. A light side-dish to serve with your main meal. Ingredients300g Urid Dal, soaked over night1 tsp salt½ tsp cumin powder½ tsp chilli powder1 tsp tamarind chutney250ml natural yoghurt Method– Scoop the soaked dal out of the … Read More

Homemade Sev

This is a traditional Diwali treat. So simple and ready in minutes – you just need a manual noodle press or sev maker. Ingredients150g gram flour¼ tsp chilli powder¼ tsp turmeric powder¼ tsp salt2 tsp sunflower oil Method– Mix the gram flour, chilli powder, turmeric powder, salt, and sunflower oil in a large bowl. Mix in a little bit of … Read More

Garlic Mushroom Cheese Puffs

You asked for it! This mushroom cheese puff is super comforting.Serves 2 people. Ingredients300g chestnut mushrooms, thinly slicedsunflower/vegetable/rapeseed oil1 tbsp salted butter1 brown onion, roughly chopped2 garlic cloves½ tsp salt½ tsp chilli powder1 tbsp double cream1 handful tenderstem broccoli1 pack ready rolled puff pastry2 cheese slices1 egg Method– Add 1 tbsp of oil and salted butter to a hot pan. … Read More

Mini Bitesize Vegetable Samosa

A family favourite! These tasty treats are perfect finger food for any occasion. Ingredients200g plain floursalt sunflower/vegetable/rapeseed oilchilli powder2 red onions, roughly chopped1 tsp black mustard seeds2 large potatoes, peeled and roughly chopped1 tsp chaat masala½ tsp turmeric powdersmall handful of fresh coriander, finely chopped Method– Add the flour, a pinch of salt, a pinch of chilli powder, and 2 … Read More

Potato and Peas Cheesy Balls

A definite crowd pleaser! These tasty treats are crispy, gooey and oozing with flavour. Ingredients4 large potatoes, I like using desiree potatoes120g frozen peas1 tsp chaat masala½ tsp garam masala½ tsp salt ½ tsp chilli powder1 mozzarella ball2 tbsp plain flour 2 tbsp cornflour3 tbsp fine bread crumbssunflower/vegetable/rapeseed oil Method– Peel and roughly chop the potatoes. Add to a pan … Read More

Paneer Biryani

This recipe is super simple and perfect for sharing! Great for an easy, hearty weeknight dinner.Serves 4 people. Ingredients4 brown onions, thinly sliced sunflower/vegetable/rapeseed4 cloves8 cardamom pods10 black peppercorns2 bay leaves 400g basmati rice, rinsed200g natural yoghurtsalt1 tsp chilli poweder1 tsp chaat masala1 tsp garam masala 1 tsp turmeric powder3 garlic cloves, finely chopped1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, finely chopped … Read More

Ultimate Macaroni Cheese

I’m sure a lot of you have made Mac&Cheese before but I can promise you that this one is extra special!Serves 4-6 people. Ingredients300g macaroni3 tbsp butter2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 leek, finely chopped1 tsp dijon mustard3 tbsp plain flour500ml whole milk250g cheddar cheese, gratedpinch of black pepper50g parmesan cheese, grated3 tsp paprikaa small piece of sourdough bread, slightly … Read More