Basic Lentil dal
This is one of the staple dishes made in my household. There’s always this specific lentil dal wither fresh or in the freezer because it’s a perfect side dish. Whether it’s eaten alone with rice, or with some fish, chicken… It’s perfect. It’s also made of pantry staples only… so it really could not get any better.
Coconut Dal Potato Curry
This coconut dal potato curry is unlike any veggie curry i’ve ever made. The blend of spices create a nutty aroma and the tempered spices you add at the end really take things to another level. This is a great dish to make whenever you have a hankering for curry.
Tomato Red Lentil Soup
Tomato soup is one of the most well known soups out there, with this recipe i use red split peas, as well as some spices to create something a little difference, but still reminiscent to the simple og tomato soup.
Pearl Barley Risotto with Lemon, Peas & Dill
Who knew pearl barley made such delicious creamy risotto?!! This classic simple risotto is finished with lemon, peas, parmesan and dill for a fresh spring touch. If you’re not into peas, swap it out for other seasonal veg, not into dill swap it out for another type of soft herb. Incredibly versatile and honestly easy to make- maybe easier than making rice risotto.
Recipe-less Creamy Egg Scramble
Scrambled eggs are harder to master than you think. The technique I use gives super creamy scrambled eggs- restaurant quality in my opinion, but don’t worry, they are incredibly easy to make, and only require base 3 ingredients.
Banana Bread
This banana bread is incredibly delicious and versatile. It can be made gluten-free as well as vegan. Add Daim chunks or any chunks you want to bring it that extra lil somethin somethin.
Childhood Chicken Adobo
Chicken adobo is one of my favourite childhood dishes. The ingredients used to make it create a sort of balance in your mouth that not many dishes can emulate. Eat it with piping hot white rice, there’s nothing better.
Spicy Sour Tuna Curry
Sour curry may sound bizarre, but actually the acidic elements bring brightness and a freshness to the dish that you wouldn’t normally get with a curry. With tuna coming into season in May, I wanted to share with you this delicious and quick recipe.
Recipe-less Delicious Browned Shrooms
Shrooms on toast sounds pretty self explanatory and boring, but they’re one of my staple breakfasts. The umami you unlock when browning mushrooms make them so delicious. Obviously to make this you don’t need any measurements, so I’m here to help you with the technique.
Sun-dried tomato Pesto
Any pesto made with basil is reserved for the warmer summer months. I get very excited every year whenever I start making my basil pesto because I know summer is well on it’s way. This sun-dried tomato pesto has been one of my summer staples for the past 3 years- so full of flavour, and perfect as a spread, in pasta or wherever else you want to use it..
Kitchen Staples- Herbs & Spices
Kitchen staples- herbs & spices. 10 spices, 5 herbs to help you bring flavour to your dishes. Get to know them and start creating your own signature blends.
Watercress Potato Soup
I normally don’t like thick-er soups, but this is one I make an exception for. Healthy, dairy-free and terribly easy to make this watercress potato soup is here to soothe you.
Recipe-less Pounded Fried Chicken Thigh
I don’t know any meat eaters that don’t like fried chicken. Making it at home is a TASK, that’s why I made this seriously quick ( 5 minute cook time) and simple ‘recipe’ so satiate your fried chicken needs. As goes with recipe-less, no measurements are needed, and you can go as wild or reserved as you want.
Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies
I am a huge fan of choc chip cookies, and decided to create my own with the addition of tahini and sesame seeds. This recipe is perfectly balanced has crispy edges and a gooey middle.
Tuna Empanadas
It’s all about pantry staples. These empanadas are the perfect parcels to have- whether its for a picnic, a snack, or part of your meal, they are absolutely delicious and incredibly easy to make.
Tomato Anchovy Spaghetti
Whether you love or hate anchovies, you’ll probably love this recipe. It might seem like a lot of anchovy filets you’re adding in but they create a delicious umami base for the tomato sauce which brings it to a whole other level.
6 Tips - How to store and use up produce
Sadly, there are tonnes of food thrown away everyday around the world, and sometimes that food can be rescued. I’ve found out ways to lengthen the shelf life of produce, and minimising as much waste as I can. These tips and tricks are easy to implement, and your wallet will thank you later.
Rice Pudding
I grew up eating Peruvian rice pudding. After years of not having it I had a craving and came up with this recipe based on my memories of how it tasted in my youth. This recipe is a healthier alternative to other rice puddings out there and so extremely easy to make.
‘Nduja Bucatini
The first time I had ‘nduja it changed my life- dramatic, but it is one of my favourite cured meat products on the market. When I found a place where I could actually buy the ‘nduja itself, I bought some and thats when I started masking ‘nduja pasta. That was 4 years ago, and the recipe hasn’t changed. It’s one of my favourites, a go-to whenever I want to treat myself to a home-cooked meaty dish that takes little to no time.
Mussels Arrabbiata
Mussels in tomato broth is one of my favourite seafood dishes. Forget the pasta, give me a huge bowl with loads of crusty bread to mop up all the sauce. I love this dish since it takes little to no time to make, but it looks so impressive. Whether its date night or a lazy weekday night, whipping this delicious dish up takes no time.
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