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Chicken Jalfrezi I love making a curry, also when Chicken Jalfrezi I love making a curry, also when I'm slightly hungover from a wedding the day before. I know not everyone will choose to cook then but I really enjoy it. as long as it's easy, doesn't have too many steps and has all the comforting flavours you need on a day like that. Spicy food always hits the spot. This chicken jalfrezi is loaded with vegetables and packed with flavour. It tastes just as good (maybe better) than takeaway. Recipe inspired from the website: indianhealthyrecipes.com Will follow on my site soon!
Roasted Beets and Pickled Herring Salad on Toasted Roasted Beets and Pickled Herring Salad on Toasted Sourdough Bread This little magenta coloured gem paired with the silvery skin of the herring is such a tasty, easy and healthy dish. Perfect for the warm summer days that are on their way again. The beets are roasted whole in their skin, rubbed in some olive, pepper and salt. The pickled herring I got at the fish store but you can also just get it in a jar at the supermarket (at least, in The Netherlands you can!). We had this for lunch on our balcony the other day, but it would be great as an starter or even on a crostini as hors d'oeuvres. Check out the recipe on my site! https://apinchofsaffron.nl/recipe/roasted-beets-and-pickled-herring-salad-on-toasted-sourdough-bread/ PS which pic has your preference? With the soft light of our parasol or the brighter direct sunlight?
Grilled bimi with a date, parmesan, rosemary and l Grilled bimi with a date, parmesan, rosemary and lemon (chunky) dressing I wish this was a prettier dish, I couldn't get it to look better but man oh man this was gooooood! It's salty, sweet, tangy, juicy and then in combination with charred vegetables? Ooh la la! The recipe is inspired by the lovely @nataliechassay and I'll be making it again! The great thing is, I'm already thinking of ways to tweak it or add different flavours. Anchovies for example! I'm adding those to the leftover dressing tonight to see how it turns out. Anyway, here's the recipe for the dressing: * 8 pitted dates, very finely chopped * 2 small shallots or 1 small red onion, finely diced * Around 80 ml extra virgin olive oil * Juice and zest of 1 lemon * Big handful of finely grated Parmesan * 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh rosemary * Salt, to taste * Pinch of chili fakes How to make it: Mix it all together, whisk well so the oil and acidity of the lemons emulsify it all into a silky (but of course chunky) texture. Use in any salad, on grilled vegetables, as a bread dip. It's up to you!
Classic Prawn Bisque Classic Prawn Bisque. Yes! W Classic Prawn Bisque Classic Prawn Bisque. Yes! What a winner! I knew this soup was going to be something special the moment all those delicious aromas started wafting up from the pan. It’s rich, creamy, and deeply flavoured – the kind of restaurant-worthy showstopper that makes the perfect starter for a dinner party. Serve it with crispy croutons and a slice of lemon on the side, and you’ve got a real crowd-pleaser on your hands. Get the recipe here: https://apinchofsaffron.nl/classic-prawn-bisque/ #soup #recipeshare
Steamed Chinese Broccoli & Cod with Restaurant Sty Steamed Chinese Broccoli & Cod with Restaurant Style Oyster Sauce Steamed Chinese Broccoli & Cod with Restaurant Style Oyster Sauce, a restaurant worthy dish ready under 20 minutes. Flakey, melt-in-your-mouth cod meets tender, vibrant Chinese broccoli in this light yet flavour-packed dish. The gentle steaming process locks in all the freshness, keeping the fish juicy and delicate while preserving the broccoli’s beautiful crunch. And let’s talk about that sauce—rich, glossy, and packed with deep umami flavours from oyster sauce, soy sauce, garlic, and a hint of sesame oil. The glossy sauce ties the whole dish together in the most irresistible way. Inspired by @recipe_tin Get the recipe here! https://apinchofsaffron.nl/steamed-chinese-broccoli-cod-with-restaurant-style-oyster-sauce/ #chineserecipes #asianfood #recipeshare
Chickpea Panzanella with Crispy Fried Courgettes Chickpea Panzanella with Crispy Fried Courgettes It feels like summer, while it's actually still spring! When it's this warm you need 1: refreshing and light food and 2: easy recipes. Nobody wants to be hanging over a hot stove for too long when it's 30+°C degrees. So in comes this great Italian dish: Tuscan Bread Salad aka Panzanella. My recipe is based on the authentic recipe (inspired by @seriouseats ) but with a few of my own additions to add extra veggies, fibre and proteins. The chickpeas fill up the salad making it into a main meal and the crispy fried courgette add extra veggies and bite. Not in the mood for frying the courgette? Slice the courgette into thin strips and add them raw. They will soak up the tomato dressing and all the other flavours. Check out the recipe on my site: https://apinchofsaffron.nl/recipe/chickpea-panzanella-with-fried-courgettes/ #summer #easyrecipe #salad #vegetarian
Sea Bass Ceviche with Mango & Koriander It's waaa Sea Bass Ceviche with Mango & Koriander It's waaaaarm! And then we need refreshing dishes, like this great little zingy starter. This Sea Bass Ceviche with Mango & Koriander is an easy starter to make ahead of time, so great when having friends over for dinner. Super easy and quick to throw together for a dinner but still with a bit of a wow factor. Ceviche is originally a Peruvian dish, a while ago I got a cookbook, Mi casa Peru created by @cevicheceviche Lansink Dodero, it’s great for inspiration! Check out my site for the recipe! https://apinchofsaffron.nl/ceviche-from-sea-bass-with-mango-and-koriander/ #salad #summerrecipes
Spiced Red Lentil & Coconut Soup This is not a pa Spiced Red Lentil & Coconut Soup This is not a particularly spicy soup, but has just enough umph to give you a little kick. I was quite surprised by all the flavour this simple soup had actually, it’s definitely a keeper! I served it with some fresh coriander, feta (leave out if you want to keep it vegan) and grilled sourdough bread. Also great with flatbread, homemade or store bought and pimped up. Yum! This isn’t a blended soup, so I would recommend to chop everything as finely as possible. Of course, if you still think the texture is a bit too lumpy at the end you can always give it a quick blitz with a hand blender (just a few pulses though) Recipe inspired by @foodrepublic Find the recipe on my site: https://apinchofsaffron.nl/spiced-red-lentil-coconut-soup/ #soup #vegetarian
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When looking for recipes online no one likes long unrelated texts explaining what happened that day at work, or how the cat is doing. This is a website solely for recipes and inspiration about food. I aim for my recipes to be accessible, to the point and enticing. I will dive into simple techniques and recipes but also verge out and try some Michelin star dishes now and then, because, why not? Of course I will also let you know if something didn’t really work out and how I tried to fix it.

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