Braised sobrasada meatballs
Ingredients 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 brown onion, finely chopped 180 gm fine white breadcrumbs 60 ml (¼ cup) milk of choice 2 tbsp finely chopped thyme 500 gm minced pork and veal 270 gm...
View ArticleChicken roasted on Catalan tomato bread
Ingredients 4 garlic cloves, crushed 2 tsp dried oregano 1 tbsp Sherry vinegar Finely grated rind and juice of 1 small orange 1.6 kg chicken, backbone removed, halved lengthways 1 large rustic loaf,...
View ArticleApple tart with Pedro Ximénez and quince syrup
Ingredients 375 gm frozen puff pastry, thawed 1 egg, separated 50 gm unsalted butter, softened, plus extra melted for brushing 60 gm (½ cup) almond meal 1 tbsp vanilla extract 55 gm (¼ cup) golden...
View ArticlePintxo-style chopped steak sandwiches
Ingredients 1 small ciabatta loaf (150gm), halved 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 tbsp each coriander and cumin seeds, toasted, coarsely chopped ½ tsp allspice 1 tbsp sweet paprika 400 gm chuck steak,...
View ArticleSpiced galaktoboureko with herb and lemon syrup
Layers of buttery pastry and smooth custard make this Greek dessert a classic. We’ve tweaked it with aromatic spices, fresh herbs, and a zesty lemon syrup that is generously poured over the pastry....
View ArticleMixed mushroom and brie tart
Ingredients 375 gm butter puff pastry sheet (see note) 50 gm butter, coarsely chopped 2 golden shallots, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 2 tbsp each finely chopped thyme, oregano and...
View ArticleSpiced pear, buttermilk and almond skillet cake
Ingredients 260 gm raw caster sugar, plus extra for scattering 180 gm plain flour 50 gm almond flour 1 tsp each ground cinnamon and cardamom, plus extra for scattering 1½ tsp baking powder 250 ml 91...
View ArticleSalmon keftedes with winter rémoulade and grilled pita
Keftedes are a Greek-style meatball typically made with beef or pork. Here we’ve used salmon for a pescatarian take. Ingredients 1 small red onion, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, crushed ½ tsp allspice...
View ArticleStir-fried udon noodles with mustard greens, tofu and peanut sauce
If you’re too lazy to cook a full-blown feast tonight, make this stir-fried udon noodle recipe with mustard greens, tofu, mushrooms and peanut sauce. Finished with Thai basil leaves and roasted...
View ArticleSoba noodles with nori sesame butter and sake-grilled prawns
This easy-to-prepare recipe for sake prawn soba noodles with nori sesame butter is a simple, everyday dinner that requires very little effort. You can also use any combination of your favourite seafood...
View ArticleMushroom miso soup
Miso soup is the linchpin of teishoku, a classic Japanese meal format that involves rice, miso soup, pickles and three side dishes. With the addition of mushrooms to the soup, this dish becomes a...
View ArticleGrilled salmon tataki with lime and jalapeño ponzu
Grilled salmon gets a a Japanese-inspired makeover in this salmon tataki recipe. Served with a lime and jalapeño ponzu, this flavourful and fast seafood dish is a weeknight dinner winner. The searing...
View ArticleCrisp eggplant schnitzel with yasai itame
Fast, flavourful and fresh. Served with shichimi togarashi, this Japanese-inspired eggplant schnitzel recipe is a versatile vegetarian dinner that can be made any day of the week. Yasai itame is a...
View ArticleLamb chops with grilled zucchini and tahini
Cooking with lamb doesn’t need to be low, slow and drawn out. Grilling thin chops with fresh herbs makes a quick and delicious dinner, without skimping on the flavour. For our other lamb recipes, see...
View ArticlePepper steak with baby lettuce salad
Ingredients 4 eggs, room temperature 200 gm stale white sourdough, cut into rough cubes 2½ tbsp olive oil, plus extra to drizzle 1 skirt or flank steak (800gm), trimmed, room temperature 2-3 baby cos...
View ArticleBitter greens, leek and Comté tart
An easy take on a classic vegetarian tart, this iteration uses Comté for a sharper edge and bitter greens to welcome in spring. Find more of our vegetarian recipes here. Ingredients 30 gm butter, diced...
View ArticleShawarma-spiced roasted lamb rack
Ingredients 6 garlic cloves, peeled 4 preserved lemon quarters, rinsed, flesh discarded, rind coarsely chopped 2 tbsp baharat (see note) 1 tbsp Aleppo pepper (see note), plus extra to serve 1 tbsp...
View ArticleCitrus spritz
Ingredients 80 ml (1/3 cup) gin 60 ml (1/4 cup) pink grapefruit liqueur (such as Giffard Pamplemousse Rose) 125 ml (1/2 cup) pink grapefruit soda Prosecco, to serve Blood orange slices, to serve...
View ArticleWarm mixed bean, chickpea and mozzarella salad
This fresh and fast mixed bean salad recipe works as both a light dinner idea and excellent side dish. It’s packed with cherry tomatoes, mixed beans and chickpeas, and is topped with a generous amount...
View ArticleSeared beef with palm sugar and coconut slaw
Coleslaw get a flavourful upgrade in this seared beef with palm sugar and coconut slaw. A spicy, zesty dressing kicks the flavour up in this simple salad recipe. Ingredients 2 tbsp fish sauce 1 tbsp...
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