I’m in the mood for Lemon Chicken Gyros with Sautéed Peppers & Mushrooms! Ok, I know, not real gyros, but my healthier version gyros. And the star of the show? Grilled lemon! This is my new addiction: roasting, grilling or pan frying lemon until charred and caramelised and then squeezing out the juices. So so good! Who said chicken breasts always cook dry?! Using this method the chicken always come out juicy. The trick is to leave the breasts whole and then let rest in aluminium foil after cooking. Juicy, citrusy, and packed with flavour. The chicken and lemon are…
Middle-Eastern
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Continue ReadingThis Chilled Lemon Yoghurt with Hot Charred Tomatoes is all about contrast – cool and creamy meets smoky and sweet, and the result is so much more than the sum of its parts. Inspired by an Ottolenghi classic, I simplified it just a little – because hey, it was Sunday,…
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Continue ReadingHmmmmm. Chickpea, Roasted Peppers & Chorizo Shakshuka, a saucy, savoury stew. Stews are comforting. Stews are easy. Stews are healthy. Stews are delicious. And everything also gets better with an egg on top! You can make this dish as quick or as long as you like. In a rush but…
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Continue ReadingNeed a quick and delicious side for your soup? These Spiced Crispy Flatbreads are ready in just 5 minutes, packed with warm, toasty spices, and are seriously addictive. I used store-bought flatbreads from my local Turkish bakery, making this an effortless yet flavour-packed addition to any meal. A simple drizzle…
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Continue ReadingMiddle Eastern Dukkah: the ultimate make-ahead snack. A few weeks ago, I had some friends over for my birthday, and instead of spending all day in the kitchen, I put together a few simple but delicious nibbles. One of my favourites? Dukkah. This fragrant, crunchy, and nutty spice mix is…
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Continue ReadingFridge raid! Coconut Curry Cauliflower Soup & Dukkah it is! Prawns. Cauliflower slowly stewed in creamy coconut milk, infused with loads of ginger, turmeric, and a bold curry spice mix? Yes, please! This soup is warm, comforting, and packed with flavour—the kind of dish that feels like a hug in…