Hoisin Shitake Mushrooms (2)

A quick and delicious vegetarian supper from ” Dominique’s Kitchen” by Dominique Woolf. If you are not able to get hold of any shitake mushrooms then chestnut mushrooms make a very good substitute.

Marmite Crumpet Cauliflower Cheese (2)

As soon as I saw this recipe I knew I had to try it. I would never have thought of pairing Marmite with cauliflower but I can assure you it works. The recipe is from ” The Year of Miracles” by Ella Risbridger, a book I think everyone should by for her personal story, alongside the recipes she shares.

Plum and Pecan Crumble (4-6)

An autumnal crumble from ” How to be a Domestic Goddess” by Nigella Lawson.

Pork in Walnut Sauce (4)

A recipe from ” Floyd on Spain” by Keith Floyd.

Keralan Fried Chicken (4)

Another favourite dish from “Kricket” by Will Bowlby. It takes a bit of preparation because of all the different components, so allow plenty of time.

Thai Sweet and Sour Fish (2)

This New Year I’m cooking my way steadily through ” Dominique’s Kitchen” by Dominique Woolf. I love her tweaks to traditional thai recipes such as using fish rather than prawns or chicken in this dish. If you want to use prawns instead, just add them after the onions and garlic. Serve with some rice.

Thai Tuna Fishcakes (2-4)

An easy storecupboard version of a classic thai dish from ” Dominique’s Kitchen ” by Dominique Woolf. The traditional recipe would use white fish fillets. Her Cucumber relish can be served alongside if you like. The recipe will make 8-10 fishcakes.

Chapli Kabab (8)

This is a Pashtun dish originating from the North West Frontier between Afghanistan and Pakistan. Its popularity spread into the cities of Pakistan and then to certain families in Dhaka in Bangladesh who would serve it on special occassions. This version is from ” Ammu” by Asma Khan

Calcutta Haka Chilli Chicken (4)

This recipe from “Ammu” by Asma Khan can be served on its own or be accompanied by some Hakka Chow. It’s from Tangra, the Chinatown in Calcutta.

Coconut Crab Udon Soup (4)

A rich and creamy Vietnamese soup from ” Vietnamese made Easy” by Thuy Diem Pham. She descibes it as her quick and easy version of Bánh Canh Cua Nuóc Côt Dùa.

Salt and Pepper Squid (2)

I recently visited Blakeney in Norfolk , England, while walking the Norfolk Coast Path. The little seafood stall by the harbour had sold out of crab, so I opted for their Salt and Pepper squid with a Sriracha Mayo. I can honestly say it was one of the best versions i have had so if you go there do try it. In the meantime here is a version from ” Nigella Bites” by Nigella Lawson.

Charred Chilli Chicken with Jasmine Rice (4)

A quick and delicious from chef Clare Smyth ,owner of Core. I found the recipe in ” Chefs at Home” , a book produced to support Hospitality Action during Lockdown .

Prawn Cakes (3-4)

Another easy Thai recipe from ” Dominique’s Kitchen” by Dominique Woolf. You can easily double the quantities to feed a larger gathering.

Sichuan Pepper Chicken with Basil (4)

A recipe from ” Chinese-ish” by Joanna Hu and Rosheen Kaul.

Espresso and Clementine Pavlovas (8)

An make ahead dessert for a special occasion from Benjamina Ebuehi.

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