We all know there is more to Indian food than just curries; it can also be really healthy, fresh and super delicious. ✋ Uninspired in the supermarket? @britishbakeoff’s @chetnamakan has some delicious, healthy and easy recipes from all around India. Best not to listen to this if you’re *very* hungry. 🎧 Listen on @BBCSounds: https://t.co/wV57S0WbF1 pic.twitter.com/sTiktdKiNZ — BBC Radio 2 … Read More
Chai, Chaat & Chutney has been chosen as one of the Best Books on Food for 2017 by The Guardian. The best books on food of 2017 https://t.co/WJmRO6ufQr — The Guardian (@guardian) 1 December 2017 I travelled to the four corners of India – Mumbai, Kolkata, Delhi and Chennai – sampling the varieties of street food on offer. Each area … Read More
My first book The Cardamom Trail. Discover rare but precious traditional bakes from India, as well as new spice-infused recipes. Delve into the history of Indian herbs and spices and learn how to match foods and flavours. I like to introduce colourful spices, aromatic herbs and other Indian ingredients into traditional Western baked favourites. Whether it’s a sponge cake with … Read More
I am a big fan of Tandoori chicken so decided to make a curry with this gorgeous chicken. The tandoori spice mix is easily available in the supermarkets and Asian superstores and is a great spice mix to always have in the cupboard. IngredientsFor the Chicken Marinade4 tbsp natural yogurt1 tsp salt1 tbsp tandoori masala2 garlic cloves, grated1 inch ginger, … Read More
A delicious light lemon and vanilla sponge sandwiched with vanilla buttercream and lots of lemon curd. This is a beautiful and stunning cake for any celebration. IngredientsFor the Cake 350g unsalted softened butter350g caster sugar350g self raising flour1 ½ tsp baking powder1 tsp vanilla extract2 tbsp milkzest of 2 lemons6 large eggs For the Icing350g unsalted softened butter700g icing sugar2 … Read More
This is a combination of 2 of my favourite recipes, butter chicken and biryani and it tastes outstanding. IngredientsFor the Marinated Chicken4 tbsp natural yogurt1 tsp garam masala1 tsp salt1 tsp chilli powder1 tsp sunflower oil2 garlic cloves, grated1 inch ginger, grated8 boneless skinless chicken thighs, chopped into bite size pieces For the Rice500g basmati rice5 cardamom pods1 bay leaf5 … Read More
For the last 6 years Tilda Rice has been working with the World food programme by helping to deliver a nutrition-boosting meal to a new or expectant mother in need. And I am very pleased to partner with them to bring you the recipe for this veg jalfrezi. Want to recreate one of your favourite take aways at home and … Read More
North Indian Chickpea curry also known as Chole. This is quite a classic north Indian curry made with chickpeas and it is best to use dried chickpeas soaked overnight for best results. Enjoy this with chapati, naan, rice or bhature! 500 gms dried chickpeas Soaked in 1500 ml water For the curry 5 tbsp sunflower oil 1 tsp carom … Read More
Easy after school snacks! Eggless Chocolate mug cake4 tbsp golden caster sugar4 tbsp plain flour1 tbsp cocoa powderpinch of salt (1/8th tsp)pinch of baking powder (1/8th tsp)3 tbsp milk2 tbsp oil (I used rapeseed oil)5 pieces of dark chocolate Whisk all ingredients together in a large mug. Microwave at 900 W for 1 min 20 seconds Vanilla Mug Cake with … Read More
These brownies are easy to make but they are absolutely the best. For me brownies need to be gooey and moist to be delicious and this one fits the bill. Try it with some nuts on the top for added crunch and flavour. Ingredients300g unsalted butter, melted300g 70% dark chocolate5 large eggs200 golden caster sugar150 dark brown soft sugar150g plain … Read More