Fried Rice
This is Indian style fried rice, more like a mixed pulao.
Achari Potato & Paneer Snacks
These delicious spicy snack balls have a lovely kick to them and are crunchy on the outside with a sour flavour from the pickle.
Masala Chicken
Quick and easy masala chicken sandwich taken from my 30 Minute Indian book. This is a great snack or starter or can be served on cocktail sticks as canapés but here I’m making it into a sandwich. This is such an easy recipe, but it’s a flavour bomb! The crunchy bread with the cooling yoghurt and fresh salad leaves makes … Read More
Papdi Chaat
There are many varieties of chaat in India – this is papdi chaat which is my favourite. For the Tamarind & Date Chutney 50g dates50g jaggery, chopped into smaller piecesTamarind pulp or half the amount of paste Whole yellow peas 1 tsp salt1 heaped tsp roasted fennel, crushed in a pestle & mortar1 tsp ground cumin1 tsp salt1 tsp chilli … Read More
Crispy Matar Kachori
It’s Diwali time which means enjoying some delicious food. One of my favourites is this delicious pea stuffed kachori. The filling is so balanced – the peas are sweet, but offset by the garam masala and chillies. Add more chilli powder if you prefer the heat. Ingredients2 tbsp sunflower oil1 tsp cumin seedsFresh curry leaves if you have them300g frozen … Read More
Courgette Onion Pakora
The rice flour makes this super easy pakora so crispy! Eat with coriander chutney or even on sliced white bread with mayo and ketchup! Ingredients2 fresh baby courgettes2 garlic cloves1 red onion, chopped1 green chilli, sliced½ tsp chilli powder½ tsp salt6 tbsp gram flour (70g)Sunflower oil4 tbsp/50g rice flour Method– Slice ends off the courgettes and coarsely grate into a … Read More
BARBECUE SPECIAL: Mains and Sides
Brioche Buns
Perfect burger buns – they are so easy!Makes 6Keep for 2-3 days and fine to freeze Ingredients320g strong white bread flour1 tsp salt1½ tsp fast-acting dried yeast1 tbsp caster sugar50g softened butter1 large egg125ml lukewarm water2 tbsp milk1 egg, beatenSesame seeds (black and white) for topping Method – Add flour to a bowl and then add salt to one side … Read More
Masala Papdi
Papdi means pastry, and this is a quick and easy recipe for Papdis which are a delicious snack to eat with dips, hummus or chutney, or scrunched up as a chaat. Ingredients100g plain flour¼ tsp salt¼ tsp chilli powder¼ turmeric powder¼ tsp garam masala¼ tsp carom seeds1 tbsp dried fenugreek leavesSunflower oil Method – In a large bowl, add the … Read More
Pesto, Pepper & Mozzarella Stuffed Loaf
This is a lovely make ahead recipe for a picnic loaf, using a simple cob or any round white loaf. Simply hollow out the loaf and fill with layers of delicious Mediterranean ingredients for the perfect picnic centrepiece. Ingredients1 white cob, or round loaf1 garlic clovepinch salt40-50g fresh basil leaves25g pine nuts, cashew nuts or almonds (or a combination)30g pecorino40g … Read More
Sundried Tomato & Mozzarella Bread
This is an absolutely divine recipe for a soft, pillowy bread, with the intense hit of sundried tomatoes. So easy to make and the perfect accompaniment to a homemade soup or vegetable dip. Ingredients250g bread flour or strong white flour6g salt6g quick action dried yeast200ml lukewarm watermozzarellasundried tomatoes Method – Add the flour, salt, and yeast to a large bowl. … Read More