INGERDIENTS 1 – 2 grated carrots 1 large chopped tomato Juice of 1 lime 1 teaspoon mustard seeds 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 green chilli chopped Curry leaves Salt METHOD Mix together grated carrot and chopped tomato with a good pinch of salt. . Add lime juice and stir it […]
Vegetables
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A classic potato salad, I use creme fraiche in France as it is easier to get than sour cream and we like the added touch of Dijon mustard. 12 even-sized potatoes1 egg4 bacon rashers, rind and excess fat trimmed, finely chopped60g whole-egg mayonnaise40g sour cream or creme fraiche1 small garlic […]
This dish is a staple in our house and can be served hot, warm or cold. Ingredients Peanut oil2 aubergine1 tin chopped tomatoes2cm knob of ginger6 garlic cloves1 teaspoon fennel seeds1/2 teaspoons nigella seeds1 tablespoon ground coriander1/4 teaspoon tuneric1/2 teaspoon chilli powdersalt Method Cut the eggplant in half length ways and […]
In the dead of winter when the variety of vegetables is poor this delicious flakey cabbage and fetta scroll is perfect on a cold night. Ingredients 2 leeks white part finely sliced 1 small onion diced 250g / 1/4 cabbage finely sliced 2 teaspoons cumin powder 1 teaspoon fennel seeds […]
Spicy Baked Cauliflower This is one of our favourite cauliflower dishes. Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon dried chilli flakes 2 garlic cloves, crushed Pinch ground turmeric 1 cauliflower Fresh coriander leaves choppedJuice of 1 lemon Method Pre – heat the oven to 200 degree c. Drizzle […]
Ingredients 700 gms red cabbage, shredded 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice A pinch freshly ground black pepper salt 1 clove garlic finely minced Method Steam the cabbage for 8 – 10 minutes or until softened. Set aside and allow to cool, then place […]
Braised Red Cabbage / Chou Rouge Red cabbage is extremely popular in all regions of France and each area has is own traditional recipe….here is just one version. Serves 4 to 6Preparation time 2 hours 30 minutes Ingredients 1 red cabbage outer leaves and core removed and finely sliced 2 onions finely […]
Cassoulet of Broad beans with Confit de Canard Spring is my favorite food time in France, after a long hard winter suddenly the markets are alive with amazing fresh spring vegetables including broad beans which we love…here’s a bit of a favorite of ours Ingredients 2kg fresh broad beans, podded […]
This dish is wonderful with any meat and a green leafy salad. Ingredients Serves 4 2 Tablespoons Duck Fat2 Onions finely sliced4 Fat Courgettes sliced180 Grams Basmati Rice500 Mls Hot Chicken Stock4 Big Tablespoons Crème Fraîche150 Grams Emmental Cheese gratedFreshly Ground Black PepperSea Salt Method Pre heat the oven to […]
Ingredients Olive Oil2 leeks, thinly sliced1/4 cabbage finely sliced1 tsp fennel seeds2 tsp cumin seeds120 grams soft goats cheeseApprox. 12 sheets filo pastry100 grams melted butter200 grams feta cheese1 lemonmint Method Pre – heat oven to 180 C Grind fennel seeds and 1 tsp cumin seeds in a mortar and pestle. Heat the oil in […]