Snacks

Wild Garlic Pakora

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

Methi Bajra Paratha (Fenugreek Flatbreads)

Whenever I can find fresh fenugreek leaves at the Asian supermarket, this is my go-to recipe and I wanted to share it with you! Ingredientsghee/oil of choice200g atta flour100g bajra flour (pearl millet)½ tsp chilli powder½ tsp salt½ tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ajwain seeds, crushed50g fresh fenugreek leaves, washed and roughly chopped180ml water1 small red onion1 handful of fresh … Read More

Alu Paratha (Potato stuffed flatbreads)

This recipe is super special to me and very comforting! Ingredientsghee / oil of choice2 medium potatoes (Marris Piper)200g atta/chakki atta flour150ml water1 small red onion1 handful of fresh coriander1” fresh ginger1 green chilli1 tsp roasted and ground cumin1 tsp garam masala1 tsp ground coriander½ tsp chilli powder½ tsp salt½ tsp amchoor (dried mango powder) Method– Add 200g of atta … Read More

Vegetable Tikki

This is a great fridge-raider recipe or a handy way to use your leftover roast vegetables. If you don’t have leftover roast vegetables then just boil up a few carrots and potatoes Ingredientsleftover roast vegetableshandful of fresh coriander, roughly choppedpinch of chaat masalapinch of salt3 tbsp cornflour3 tbsp sunflower oilpitta breadhummus Method– Add the vegetables to a blender and blitz … 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

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

Crispy Cauliflower

Something crunchy and super delicious for any snack time. Ingredients1 large cauliflower, roughly choppedsalt100g cornflour150g rice flour 1 tsp garlic granules1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp chilli powder2 tsp harissa paste sunflower oil Method– Bring a large pan of water to a boil. – Add the cauliflower and 1 tsp of salt, and cook for 4 minutes. – In a … Read More