Masterclass on making the authentic Punjabi style red kidney bean curry, a popular dish in Punjabi households. In this recipe, I will tell you the traditional method of cooking the kidney beans to achieve maximum flavour and guide you through making the tomato-based sauce using aromatic spices. Feel free to adjust the spices to your preference. Top Tips– Always use … Read More
These delicious, slightly spicy paratha are filled with paneer and cheddar, and perfect for lunch or dinner for the whole!This recipe serves 6 people. Ingredients500g chapati flour 1 tsp salt ½ tsp carom seeds½ tsp chilli powder½ tsp turmeric powder400ml water1 red onion, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, finely chopped1 handful of fresh coriander, finely chopped1 green chilli, finely chopped225g paneer100g … Read More
This Parsi recipe is super special for two reasons; I learned it during my recent trip to India and I’m cooking it for one of my very good friends. Serves 6-8 people. Ingredients4 brown onions, thinly sliced sunflower/vegetable/rapeseed1 tbsp fenugreek seeds1 tbsp black mustard seeds1 tsp black peppercorns1 tsp cloves2 tsp turmeric powder1 tsp ground cinnamonkashmiri chilli powder3 tbsp sesame … Read More
This is a delicious recipe for onion buns which taste stunning with the herby oil! The recipe is by Sami Tamimi and Tara Wigley and their book ‘Falastin’. Ingredients530g plain flour, plus extra to dust35g caster sugar7g (about 1 sachet) dried yeast3 large eggs150g unsalted butter, room temperature, cut into 2cm piecesoil of choice, to grease For the Filling100ml olive … Read More
This is an utterly delicious chicken dinner ready in 15 minutes. The recipe is from Eric Kim’s book ‘Korean American’.Serves 2 Ingredients2 tbsp rice vinegar2 tbsp sugarkosher saltground black pepper3 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced2 tbsp worcestershire sauce2 tbsp ketchup2 boneless chicken thighs¼ cup mayonaise2 tbsp dijon mustard1 cup panko bread crumbs1½ tsp curry powder1 tsp garlic powder4 tbsp oil … Read More
This delicious Jerk Chicken will pair perfectly with the Jamaican Rice and Peas. You can cook this in the oven but we have chosen to cook it on the barbecue for the authentic flavour. This recipe is from Mellisa Thompson’s book ‘MotherLand’.Serves 4 IngredientsFor the Marinade60g fresh ginger2 tbsp dried pimento/all spice1 tsp black pepper corns1 brown onion4 spring onion1-2 … Read More
Delicious rice and peas served with some lovely Jerk gravy to go with the Jerk Chicken. This recipe is from Mellisa Thompson’s book ‘MotherLand’.Serves 4 IngredientsFor the Riceoil of choice3 spring onions, finely choppedhandful of fresh thyme, roughly chopped2 garlic cloves, finely chopped, 1 scotch bonnet chilli400g red kidney beans 1 tsp dried pimento300g long grain rice, rinsed and drained200ml … Read More
These are easy, delicious vegetarian snacks that are ready in 15 minutes. This recipe is by Deb Perelman from her book ‘Smitten Kitchen Keepers’.Serves 4 people. Ingredients300g frozen peas, defrosted3 eggs½ tsp chilli powder½ tsp saltzest of 1 lemon½ tsp ground black pepper100g feta15g fresh mint leaves, finely chopped90g plain flouroil of choice2 tbsp greek yoghurtjuice of ½ lemon¼ tsp … Read More
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
