Category : Spice
Without Spice food would be boring and comparatively tasteless. We have created a library of spices and a library of recipes that use them to enhance the flavour. The range of spices is vast and covers the entire world. Every continent has its own spice which has helped to improve the taste and texture of our recipes.
Where would we be without Curry Powder or Turmeric or one of the best known spices Garlic. Imagine having Moules Mariniere without Garlic or Tarka Dal without Turmeric? Many people don’t appreciate how much added flavour Spices give to a recipe. Without them, the food would be boring and bland.
Miso Bean Burger
A homemade Miso Bean Burger is a true delight whether you are a vegetarian or not. The flavour, texture and body of the burger is...
Apple and Cinnamon Milkshake
Try this Apple and Cinnamon milkshake, for a different and healthy breakfast idea. A simple drink that is both tasty and filling and ideal for...
German Style Pot Roast
A German Style Pot Roast is as you would expect from Germany. A filling beef dish full of flavour, textures and an amazing aroma. Served...
Vegetable Chow Mein
Vegetable Chow Mein is a perfect filling vegetarian recipe. Nothing but goodness from the Chinese Orient. I use 9 vegetables in this recipes but you...
Prawn Dim Sum
Prawn Dim Sum are delicious little parcels of prawn mix wrapped in dough. These make lovely starters or side dish with other Chinese recipes. To...
Indian Baked Eggs
Indian Baked Eggs is a superb vegetarian dish full of Indian spices and amazing aromas. The flavour of this dish is galactic with the soft...
Indian Butter Chicken
An Indian Butter Chicken was the first curry I ever had and 50 years later, I still enjoy them. This dish is perfect for first...
Chicken Fajitas
Chicken Fajitas are a mid week recipe for my family. I make the marinade in advance and let it do its work overnight. All that’s...
Chicken Avocado Melt
Chicken Avocado Melt is one of my favourite sandwiches. It does take a little time to prepare but is so worth it. The moist coated...
Aromatic Pilau Rice
Aromatic pilau rice, a culinary treasure originating from the rich tapestry of South Asian cuisine. It’s a warm invitation to savour its fragrant and flavourful...
Chicken Chow Mein – Mema’s Style
Chicken Chow Mein – Mema’s Style is a simple Chinese recipe to produce a dish that is so tasty, you will think it was professional...
Hot and Sour Shrimp Soup
Hot and Sour Shrimp Soup is a superb example of the food of Vietnam. The ingredients and techniques are simple but produce the maximum flavour...
Tomato Sauce
Homemade Tomato Sauce is a fundamental recipe that every cook should know. This recipe can be added to Quick Meatballs, Oriental Meatballs and a large number of...
Beef Pho
Beef Pho is called the national dish of Vietnam. When you have tasted it, you can understand. The amazing flavours of the noodles in fish...
Leftover Turkey Jambalaya
Leftover Turkey Jambalaya is one of my favourite dishes. The combination of leftovers creates amazing flavours easily especially as the cooking part has already been...
Boom Boom Turkey
Boom Boom Turkey is one of those dishes that sounds weird but is amazing. This recipe has been used this in everything from sandwiches to...
Spicy Sausage Pasta
Spicy Sausage Pasta is a lovely Italian pasta dish that will feed 4 people within 16 minutes. The spicy sausage provides the impact, the pasta...
Homemade Bread Sauce
Homemade Bread Sauce is a typical sauce served with roast Turkey and Chicken at Christmas and Thanksgiving etc. Whilst a British dish in origin, it...
Bengali Seafood Broth – Macher Jhol
Bengali Seafood Broth – Macher Jhol is an Indian seafood curry from the state of Bengal. It is packed with Scallops, Prawns, Lobster, Squid and...
Cinnamon French Toast
There’s something undeniably comforting about the aroma of cinnamon wafting through the kitchen, especially when it accompanies the promise of a delicious breakfast. In the...
Indian Cauliflower with Scallions
Indian Cauliflower with Scallions is an amazing Indian recipe that adds colour, flavour and aroma to any menu. Even if you don’t like cauliflower, you...
Thai Rice Soup
Thai Rice Soup is a soup for breakfast. This recipes uses the left overs from the previous weekend and is very popular in Thailand. Also...
Simple Lamb Curry
A curry that is so good you will make again. This Simple Lamb Curry is so full of flavour with the cumin, garam masala and...
Garam Masala
Garam masala is a blend of ground spices common in cuisines from the Indian subcontinent. It can be used alone or with other seasonings and...
Macaroni and Cheese
Macaroni and Cheese with attitude. I include cayenne pepper and a grating of nutmeg for that additional warmth and depth more mustard couldn’t achieve. The...
Vegetable Stew – Guiso de Verduras
Vegetable Stew – Guiso de Verduras is a superb Italian recipe for those cold evenings. The warmth of the stew comes from the red, green...
Lamb Coconut Curry
Lamb Coconut Curry is a recipe I normally have once a month after I have cooked roast lamb. Lamb holds the flavour of the coconut...
Vietnamese Style Chicken Stock
Vietnamese Style Chicken Stock is a lovely simple variation on the western chicken stock. While this dish starts with chicken broth/stock it is further flavoured...
Okra Masala
Exploring the Exotic: Okra Masala Step into the world of Indian cuisine, where spices dance on your palate and every dish has a story of...
Hot Avocado Dip
Hot Avocado Dip is a simple yet wonderful dish. Combining the fresh ripe avocado with the finely chopped onion and celery gives so much body...