A simple weeknight dinner, on the table within 30 minutes, and packed full of flavour. To be honest, we were a bit confused by the flavours and couldn’t quite place the cuisine. The miso and salmon had a Japanese touch, the coconut milk, kaffir lime leaves, ginger, and lemongrass brought in Thai influences, the basil felt a bit Italian, and the samphire (zeekraal in Dutch) added a French twist. But despite its lack of a clear origin, this Coconut Miso Curry with Salmon, Samphire and Shiitake was incredibly tasty! The beauty of this dish lies in its balance of rich,…
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Continue ReadingMackerel Tartare with Horseradish Cream, this little wonder is a riff on a Venetian classic, adapted from the POLPO cookbook by Polpo Restaurant. It’s proof that sometimes, the simplest dishes pack the biggest punch. Fresh mackerel meets the bright kick of horseradish, all brought together with a silky, tangy cream.…
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Continue ReadingSmashed Jerusalem Artichokes with Crispy Capers, Creamed Spinach, Hot Smoked Salmon & a Poached Egg—a bit of a mouthful for a title, but trust me, every bite is packed with incredible flavour! This dish is all about contrast and balance. Earthy, nutty Jerusalem artichokes are smashed and pan-fried in butter…
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Continue ReadingSurinamese Bakkeljauw with Kouseband & Mme. Jeanette Pickle is one of those dishes that’s packed with bold flavours and vibrant ingredients. The salty, umami-rich bakkeljauw (salted dried white fish) is perfectly balanced by the fresh crunch of kouseband (long beans) and the fiery kick of the Madame Jeanette pickle. It’s…
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Continue ReadingSmoked Mackerel Rillette & Cucumber Dill Pickle on Mille Feuille is the ultimate make-ahead appetiser—perfect for the holidays, dinner parties, or any special gathering. It’s easy to prepare in advance, comes together in minutes, and is guaranteed to impress your guests. The rich, smoky mackerel rillette is packed with flavour,…
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Continue ReadingThe name says it all, this definitely was simple and done within 30 minutes. If you have a few staple ingredients lying around you can easily make this on a busy week night without having to go to the shops beforehand. Dried spices: cumin, koriander, kurkuma and some extra garam…