Chickpea, Pepper, and Potato Shakshuka

This is another delicious recipe using basic store cupboard ingredients and I hope you will enjoy it!Serves 4 people. Ingredientsoil of choice2 brown onions, thinly sliced2 red peppers, thinly sliced1½ tsp cumin seeds1 large red potato, chopped into small pieces2 garlic cloves, grated400g chickpeas, drained and rinsed400g chopped tomatoes3 tsp ground cumin1 tsp salt1 tsp turmeric powder2 heaped tsp rose … Read More

Halloumi and Garlic Frittata

This is an absolute winner, with stunning flavours of wild garlic, red onions, potatoes and halloumi this tastes amazing and really easy to make as well. Ingredientsoil of choice1 large red onion, thinly sliced1 large red potato, chopped into small pieces225g halloumi, cubedlarge handful wild garlic, rinsed and roughly choppedsaltchilli powder to taste8 eggs¼ tsp black pepperlarge handful grated cheese … Read More

Beetroot Crisps

This is a much healthier spin on our favourite daily snack. The beetroot also add a lovely depth of flavour and colour to boot! Ingredients2 large beetroot, peeled1-2 tbsp olive oilgood pinch of salt & pepper MethodPreheat the oven to 150°C / 130°C with a fan. – Slice the beetroot as thinly as possible. – Use some kitchen roll to … Read More

Green Falafel

A few years ago I was lucky enough to go to a restaurant in London where I learnt how to make proper falafel and I thought I would share the recipe with you. Ingredients400g chickpeas, tinned or soaked overnight1-2 green chillies, roughly chopped1 brown onion, roughly chopped3 garlic cloveslarge handful parsley, roughly choppedhandful fresh coriander leaves, roughly chopped1 tbsp ground … Read More

Oyster Chilli Chicken Stir Fry

Ready in 10 minutes, this recipe is your ticket to an explosion of Asian flavours in your kitchen.Pair it with rice for a comforting classic or noodles for a delightful twist – the choice is yours.Serves 4 people. Ingredientsoil of choice2 brown onions, thinly sliced 2 red peppers, thinly sliced 2″ ginger, finely chopped 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped8 chicken … Read More

Spicy Chicken Harissa with Broccoli & Potatoes

This mouthwatering masterpiece is a one-tray wonder! With succulent chicken, wholesome broccoli, and crispy potatoes, all baked to perfection. Super simple and a perfect weekday meal for the whole family. This can be part of a bigger meal or can be eaten on its own. Serves 4 Ingredients4 red potatoes, peeled and quartered8 skinless chicken thighs on the bone2 tbsp harissa … Read More

Chilli Mushroom Stir Fry

This recipe is inspired by Fuchsia Dunlop’s recipe in her book ‘The Food of Sichuan’.Serves 2  Ingredients250g shiitake mushrooms, sliced into long and thin pieces75g potato starch/cornflour1 green bell pepper, roughly chopped8 dried red chillies, seeds removedoil of choice1 tsp whole Sichuan peppers3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced1” piece of ginger, thinly sliced1 ½ tsp chilli bean paste1 tsp sesame oil … Read More

Mum’s Onion and Peas Pulao

This is sadly the last ‘cook with mum’ recipe that I will be sharing for a while! This is a simple recipe to be enjoyed on it’s own or served with your favourite curry.Serves 6. Ingredientsoil of choice1 brown onion, thinly sliced1 tsp cumin seeds1 black/green cardamom 1 ½ cup of rice, rinsed twice1 cup frozen peas1 tsp salt½ tsp … Read More

Chilli Eggs

This recipe is from Yasmin Khan’s book, ‘Ripe Figs‘ and is the perfect light-lunch meal. Serves 1. Ingredients200g greek yoghurt1 slice sourdough bread, toastedsalt½ tsp cider vinegar 30g butter¼ tsp aleppo pepper ½ garlic clove, crushed Method– Crack an egg into a small bowl. – Fill a pan with water. Add ¼ tsp salt, ½ tsp cider vinegar, and bring … Read More

Chilli Garlic Chicken Noodles

This is seriously spicy recipe is super quick and easy and perfect for those spice lovers! Indulge in the perfect blend of flavours in this mouthwatering Asian fusion dish.Serves 1 Ingredients4 garlic cloves, finely chopped1 chicken thigh, boneless and skinless1 red chilli, thinly sliced1 red onion, thinly slicedoil of choice3 spring onions, finely chopped1 tsp oyster sauce1 tsp dark soy … Read More