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This dish is, or was, traditionally prepared in a clay oven, with the hot coals at the bottom and the chicken on long skewers. I haven't got one, but a normal oven works just fine. If your oven incorporates a grill, then even better. I just made around 8 kgs of this stuff, but I've scaled it...

Chickpeas and mushrooms have complimentary earthy flavours. Add some spices and finish with some fresh tomatoes to make this easy vegan curry. This dish is low fat and low calorie, if you are caring about such things. Serve with rice. I used brown chickpeas but any sort will be fine. Note: I...

This is a very simple vegan recipe with nothing complicated to do except make the chaat masala mix (you could even buy a ready made version). The resulting dish is packed with spicy flavours and has hot and sour notes. I served this with an egg curry for a complete meal, but its good as a side...

This recipe is adapted from "India - cookbook", by Pushpesh Pant. There are over 1,000 recipes from all parts of India. One of the ingredients was "300 gms mango pickle, with oil". I make mango pickle, but there was no way I was going to add 300 gms and blow my head off. I added a little bit...

A classic hot pickle from India. Ingredients: 600 gms aubergine, peeled and diced 30 gms salt 15 gms (each) of cumin powder, turmeric power and mustard powder 33 gms fresh ginger 33 gms fresh garlic 70 gms fresh chile peppers (you can use less if you want a milder pickle) 30 gms brown sugar or...

Ingredients 1 Tlb yellow Mustard seeds 1 Tlb brown Mustard seeds 2 Tlbs apple cider vinegar 2 Tlbs dry white wine Salt Dark brown sugar Directions Soak the Mustard seeds in vinegar and wine for 2-3 days. Use the immersion blender until thick, but still has lots of intact seeds. Add a pinch each...

Ingredients: (serves 2) 100 gms paneer, cubed 2 tbsps ghee 4 small red onions 4 cloves garlic 1"piece of fresh ginger 1 green chile 1 medium tomato, diced 1 bay leaf or cinnamon leaf (tej patta) ½ tsp cumin powder ½ tsp coriander powder ½ tsp garam masala ½ tsp black pepper ¼ tsp turmeric 1 tbsp...

Ingredients: 18 limes 2 tbsps vegetable oil (Indian sesame oil is best, but any will do) 1 tsp black mustard seeds 1 Tbsp fenugreek seeds 1 tsp turmeric powder, plus a little extra for each jar 1/2 tsp asafoetida (hing) 3 tbsps hot chile powder 3 Tbsps salt Method: Take 12 limes and cut them...

Ingredients: 100 gms butter 1 medium onion, diced 6 cloves garlic, diced 1 cup beer ( no measurements, just add, drink, then add some more if necessary) 1 tsp saffron 1 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp crushed chile pepper (more if you like) salt and pepper to taste 400 gms shrimp, tail on Freshly chopped...

Spicy sundried tomato paste Makes about 16 servings Ingredients 1 tsp cayenne pepper ½ tsp salt 1 tsp fennel seeds ½ tsp ground pepper 1 jar (7-10 oz) sun-dried tomatoes in oil Directions Using a spice grinder or a mortar and pestle, grind the cayenne, salt, fennel seeds, and ground pepper to...

Ingredients: 150 gms beluga (black) lentils, washed 1 tsp turmeric 5 cups water 1 tsp salt 150 gms frozen spinach 4-5 tbsps ghee or butter 2 tsps cumin seeds 100 gms onion, finely diced 1 tbsp grated ginger 6 cloves garlic, minced 30 gms coriander leaf, chopped 3-4 green chiles, finely diced 2...

I love the way such a very simple recipe looks and tastes so exotic. The smokey taste of the aubergine amalgamates with the egg in the most delightful way. There are only three basic ingredients (eggs, aubergine, garlic), plus some oil to fry. In fact, it can be made without the garlic but I...

Chicken is one of the most versatile and budget-friendly animal proteins out there and I am always looking for new and delicious ways to prepare it. I came up with this Asian-inspired recipe idea that checks off so many flavor boxes. Moist and tender chicken that has a balanced combination of...

Recipe Ingredients 4 pork chops or cutlets (approx 1kg) Ingredients For Marinade !/3 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, cut in to chunks 1/2 cup rum 1/4 cup light soy sauce 1/4 cup brown sugar 1 tsp ground black pepper Ingredients For Salsa 2/3 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, cut in to small...

Cromer crab from North Norfolk is in season now in the UK. They are not really big crabs but they are the sweetest I’ve ever tasted. Crab pasta recipes often use linguini but I rather like to use generous fat ribbons of pappardelle to contrast with the delicate crabmeat. Capers add a special...

Traditionally, this is the "salsa" served with Cochinita Pibil in Yucatán. The first time I ate it, it was simply marinated red onion, bitter orange juice, habaneros and salt. However, some people add tomatoes, cilantro leaf, oregano, vinegar and black pepper. The name comes from the Mayan words...

Spicy Jalapeno-Cheddar Cornbread Makes 1 8-inch square Ingredients 1 ½ cups unbleached all purpose flour 1 ⅓ sharp cheddar cheese, shredded 1 cup yellow cornmeal 2 teaspoons baking powder ⅜ teaspoon cayenne pepper ¼ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar ¾...

The Smokey Spicy Lemon (Cocktail) Makes 1 drink Ingredients 1-1/2oz vodka, tequila or rum (I used vodka) 1-1/2o. lemon juice 1oz jalapeno-honey simple syrup (recipe follows) Dried chiles for garnish Directions Combine the vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup in a shaker filled with ice. Shake...

This is a nice dish that is great on its own or with a starch of your choice. I usually serve this with some Kimchi Pancakes and it hits the spot. This will feed 4-6 people with a side depending on your appetites:wink: The dish is not the same when the chicken is too well done so check the...

This is a pretty quick Cilantro Chutney Chicken dish that I like to whip up for a quick dinner or lunch to take to work. Despite using several Jalapeño peppers this has a mild spice and just a tad of sweetness. It goes great with rice and Naan or whatever else you can think of:) Adjust the use...