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Sweetcorn, Spinach and Feta Lagan Ingredients210 g double-cream yoghurt410 g can cream-style corn250 g frozen sweetcorn3 garlic cloves, minced3 green chillies, finely chopped½ cup milk1 medium onion, finely diced½ cup vegetable oil92 g chickpea (besan) flour12 g cake flour40 g semolina50 g maize meal1 t baking powder1 t salt200 g baby spinach, finely chopped30 g […]
Paneer Tikka Masala Ingredients50 g Tikka masala paste2 tbsp plain yoghurt400 g paneer cubes1 green bell pepper, diced4 tbsp Vegetable oil, for frying1 onion, finely chopped2 tsp ginger and garlic paste2 tbsp curry powder400 g Roma tomatoes, chopped2 tsp tomato purée1 cup double cream30g butterSalt, to tasteHandful coriander, choppedcooked basmati rice and naan bread to […]
It is officially picnic season, and to celebrate I’m sharing my rosemary and parmesan cracker recipe with you. These crackers are so crunchy and light, and the flavour is absolute bliss thanks to a not-so-secret ingredient, Rajah Mild and Spicy Curry powder. Rajah Mild and Spicy curry powder has a unique blend of high-quality spices […]
Crayfish Curry Ingredients2 tbsp EVOO2 large onions, finely chopped1 tbsp ginger and garlic paste2-4 green chilli, sliced2 roma tomatoes, pureed2 tsp kashmiri chilli powder2 tsp dhania/coriander powder2 tsp jeera/cumin powder1 tsp turmeric powder800g-1kg crayfish tails1/2-1 cup of water, to add as neededSalt to tasteJuice of 1/2 a medium-sized lemon1/2 tsp garam masalaFresh coriander, to garnishWarm […]
Spicy Beef Ramen Ingredients2 tsp vegetable oil1 large onion, sliced2 tsp ginger and garlic paste500g beef mince4 tsp Rajah Hot Curry Powder4 packs ramen noodles500ml hot water, plus more if needed Sauce2 tbsp dark soy sauce2 tbsp Oyster sauce4 tsp Hoisin sauce1/2 cup vegetable stockGarnishFinely sliced green onionSesame seeds MethodHeat oil in a large pan […]
Tuna, Broccoli and Cheddar Quiche I love a cool food hack, and this one is a keeper! I love the idea of using a wrap instead of making a crust from scratch. I mean, what a time saver, and believe me when I say it is so delicious! If you thought this couldn’t get any […]
Peppermint Crisp Tart Eclairs IngredientsChoux Pastry300ml water125g butter135g cake flour4 large eggs Caramel cream500ml whipping cream100g Caramel treat Topping200g milk chocolate, melted100g peppermint crisp chocolate, finely chopped MethodMakes 20-25 Preheat the oven to 200°c. Prepare a baking tray with baking paper and set it aside. Place water and butter in a saucepan and bring to […]
Peri-Peri chicken strips, and spicy rice IngredientsRice150g uncooked white rice1 tbsp spice for rice Chicken marinade500g boneless chicken thighs60g peri-peri sauce, medium heat1.5 tsp ginger and garlic paste2 tsp peri-peri seasoningjuice of half a lemon1 tsp crushed black pepper1/2 tsp salt1 cup chicken stock, reserved for cooking 2 tbsp EVOO1/2 green pepper, cubed1/2 yellow pepper, […]
Corn ribs Ingredients1kg sweet corn on the cobb6 tbsp EVOO1 tsp Weber flame grilled veggie spice]1 tsp tandoori masala, sub with chilli powder1 tsp smoked paprika1/2 tsp garlic powder1 tsp crushed black peppercorns1/2 tsp salt GarnishFresh coriander or spring onion1 round of feta, crumbled Sriracha mayo5 tbsp mayonnaise2 tbsp sriracha MethodPreheat your oven or air […]
Nasi Goreng Ingredients2 tbsp vegetable oil500g boneless chicken thighs, cubed4 tbsp ketjap asin4 garlic cloves, finely chopped2 tsp crushed red chilli1 large onion, diced450g cold cooked rice, day old2 tsp fish sauce To serveFried eggSpring onion, thinly sliced MethodHeat oil in a large pan over high heat.Add onion, garlic, and red chilli and cook for […]
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