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! Juicy, citrusy, and packed with flavor. The chicken and lemon are pan-fried together until golden and slightly charred—the lemon caramelizing in the pan, releasing its deep, smoky citrus aroma. Once the chicken is cooked through, the softened, charred lemon is squeezed over it, infusing…
Middle-Eastern
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Continue ReadingChilled Lemon Yoghurt with Hot Charred Tomatoes is a beautifully balanced dish that contrasts cool, creamy yogurt with the smoky heat of blistered tomatoes. This is a recipe based on an @ottolenghi dish. The original is super tasty, but requires a bit more time and a bit more ingredients. I wanted to…
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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…
