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Chocolate Mug Cake Ingredients1/4 cup cake flour1/4 cup castor sugar1.5 tbsp cocoa powder1 tsp baking powderPinch of salt2 tbsp vegetable oil1/4 cup milk1 tbsp chocolate chipsWhipped cream or ice cream, to serveSprinkles, to serve MethodAdd the cake flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to a regular-sized mug that is also microwave-safe.Use a fork […]
Crispy Basket Tacos Ingredients6 flour tortillas1 tbsp olive oil, sub with cooking spray2 tbsp olive oil1 onion, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 green bell pepper, cut into cubes500g beef mince1 tomato, pureed1 1/2 tsp smoked paprika1 1/2 tsp cumin powder1 tsp dried oregano1 tsp garlic powder1 tsp onion powder1 tsp chilli powderSalt, to taste400g corn […]
Kuku Paka Ingredients2 tsp garlic, crushedJuice of 1 lemon1/2 tsp salt2 tsp chilli powder1 kg boneless chicken thighs1 large onion1 roma tomato3 green chilliesHandful coriander leaves2 Tbsp Ghee or olive oil1/2 tsp ground black pepper1/2 tsp turmeric powder1.5 tsp coriander powder1.5 tsp cumin powder400ml unsweetened coconut milkBasmati rice, for servingFresh coriander, for serving MethodAdd the […]
Biscoff Stuffed Brioche French Toast Ingredients6 large eggs1 tsp vanilla extract1/2 tsp cinnamon powder60ml pouring creamPinch of salt1 loaf brioche, cut into thick slices100g Biscoff spreadButter, for cookingWhipped cream, for servingFresh strawberries, for serving MethodWhisk the eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon powder, cream, and salt till combined in a shallow bowl. Set aside.Use a butter knife […]
Matar Paneer Pot Pie Ingredients250g paneerVegetable oil for frying1 onion, pureed2 tsp ginger and garlic paste1 tsp turmeric powder2 tsp chilli powder1 tsp cumin powder1 tsp coriander powder400g Roma tomatoes30g raw cashews200ml waterPinch of sugarSalt to taste100g green peas, frozen or fresh½ tsp garam masala125ml pouring creamCoriander for garnish1 sheet of puff pastry1 whisked egg, […]
Chocolate Mousse Ingredients200g 70% dark chocolate15g unsalted butter, cold4 large eggs, seperated50g castor sugar250 ml whipping cream, plus extra for decorating MethodAdd the chocolate and butter to a heatproof bowl and microwave in 30-second increments, stirring each time until melted and smooth – allow to cool slightly. Add the cream to a large mixing bowl […]
White Chocolate Biscoff Puff Pastry Braid Ingredients400g puff pastry, defrosted100g Biscoff spread150g White chocolate bar1 eggSliced almonds, for garnish1 tsp granulated sugar MethodPreheat oven to 200C. Prepare a baking tray with baking paper.Place the thawed puff pastry on the baking paper.Visually divide the pastry into 3 sections. Use a knife to make 10 equal strips […]
Chocolate Oat Muffins Ingredients100g oats, substitute for oat flour or all bran flakes250 ml milk, at room temperature1 tsp vanilla extract150g cake flour, or all-purpose flour25g cocoa powder1 tsp bicarbonate of soda1 tsp baking powder1/4 tsp salt100g granulated sugar60 ml vegetable oil1 large egg150 g dark chocolate chips MethodPreheat the oven to 180°C. Line a […]
Dalgona Cheesecake (makes 4-6 cheesecakes, depending on the size of your glasses) Ingredients250g medium-fat cream cheese, softened to room temp250ml whipping cream60ml castor sugar1 tsp vanilla extract6 Tennis Classic Coconut Rusks, crushed50ml instant coffee granules50ml water50ml sugar MethodAdd the cream cheese, whipping cream, castor sugar, and vanilla extract to a mixing bowl. Whisk until the […]
Roasted Butternut Soup Ingredients1.5 kg Butternut, skin on, sliced in half, seeds removed1 onion, peeled and cut into quarters1 head of garlic3 tbsp olive oil1 tsp salt1 tsp black pepper, freshly ground4 cups chicken or vegetable stock1/2 tsp cinnamon powder, add more if needed1/4 tsp nutmeg1/2 cup creamFinely chopped parsley, for garnishToasted baguette, for dipping […]
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