For the saltfish, soak the salt cod overnight, changing the water a couple of times. Drain, then put the cod in a large pan of fresh water and bring to the boil. Drain again, add fresh water and bring to the boil again. Simmer for about five minutes, or until cooked through, then drain and flake the fish into large pieces. Discard any skin or bones. For the dumplings, mix the flour and suet with a pinch of salt and 250ml/9fl oz water to make a dough. Wrap the mixture in clingfilm and leave in the fridge to rest. Open the can of ackee, drain and rinse, then set aside. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a pan and fry the onion until softened but not brown. Add the spices, seasoning, pepper sauce and sliced peppers and continue to fry until the peppers are tender. Add the chopped tomatoes, then the salt cod and mix together. Lastly stir in the ackee very gently and leave to simmer until ready to serve. When you’re almost ready to eat, heat about 1cm/½in vegetable oil in a frying pan and heat until just smoking. Shape the dumpling mix into plum-size balls and shallow-fry until golden-brown. (CAUTION: hot oil can be dangerous. Do not leave the pan unattended.) Drain the dumplings on kitchen paper and serve with the saltfish and ackee.
step 1 Heat the oil in a non-stick wok. Add the broccoli, then fry on a high heat for 5 mins or until just tender, adding a little water if it begins to catch. Add the garlic and chilli, fry for 1 min, then toss through the spring onions, soya beans, pak choi and tofu. Stir-fry for 2-3 mins. Add the hoisin, soy and nuts to warm through.
Mix 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons semolina, 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, sugar, yeast, and salt together in a large bowl. Whisk in oil, egg, and egg white. Stir in warm milk slowly until a liquid dough forms. Cover the bowl with a plate or plastic wrap; let stand at room temperature until frothy, about 1 hour. Stir in 2 3/4 cups flour with a wooden spoon until a sticky dough forms. Cover again and allow to rest for 30 minutes. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a baking mat. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon flour over the dough and your hands. Mix dough, adding flour as needed, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it pulls away from the sides of the bowl. Shape into a round loaf and place on the prepared baking sheet. Cover loosely with a towel and let rise for 1 hour in a warm place until loaf doubles in volume. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Beat egg yolk and water in a bowl with a fork; brush over the entire surface of the loaf. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon sesame seeds on top. Bake in the preheated oven until loaf is golden brown, about 20 to 25 minutes.
Heat the oil in a large pan. Add the duck legs and brown on all sides for about 10 mins. Remove to a plate and set aside. Add the onions to the pan and cook for 5 mins until softened. Add the garlic and cook for a further 1 min, then stir in the cinnamon and flour and cook for a further min. Return the duck to the pan, add the wine, tomatoes, stock, herbs, sugar and seasoning. Bring to a simmer, then lower the heat, cover with a lid and cook for 2 hrs, stirring every now and then. Carefully lift the duck legs out of the sauce and place on a plate – they will be very tender so try not to lose any of the meat. Pull off and discard the fat, then shred the meat with 2 forks and discard the bones. Add the meat back to the sauce with the milk and simmer, uncovered, for a further 10-15 mins while you cook the pasta. Cook the pasta following pack instructions, then drain, reserving a cup of the pasta water, and add the pasta to the ragu. Stir to coat all the pasta in the sauce and cook for 1 min more, adding a splash of cooking liquid if it looks dry. Serve with grated Parmesan, if you like.
Cook pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of boiling water and salt. Add heavy cream and butter to a large skillet over medium heat until the cream bubbles and the butter melts. Whisk in parmesan and add seasoning (salt and black pepper). Let the sauce thicken slightly and then add the pasta and toss until coated in sauce. Garnish with parsley, and it's ready.
Mix the dressing ingredients in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper. Set aside. Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions. Add the sugar snap peas for the last minute or so of cooking time. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a wok or large frying pan, toss in the garlic and chilli and cook over a fairly gentle heat for about 30 seconds without letting the garlic brown. Tip in the prawns and cook over a high heat, stirring frequently, for about 3 minutes until they turn pink. Add the tomatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes until they just start to soften. Drain the pasta and sugar snaps well, then toss into the prawn mixture. Tear in the basil leaves, stir, and season with salt and pepper. Serve with salad leaves drizzled with the lime dressing, and warm crusty bread.
1. Prepare the Dough Grate the potatoes finely using a hand grater or food processor. Place the grated potatoes in a bowl and mix them with flour, egg, and salt until a sticky dough forms. The consistency should be thick but pliable. 2. Cook the Dumplings Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Using a halušky maker (similar to a spaetzle maker), press the dough directly into the boiling water. If you don’t have one, use a tilted cutting board and a knife to scrape small pieces of dough into the water. Let the dumplings cook until they float to the surface, usually within 2-3 minutes. Scoop them out with a slotted spoon and set aside in a large bowl. 3. Prepare the Toppings Chop the bacon into small pieces and fry in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. If using a bryndza substitute, mix crumbled feta with a dollop of sour cream to mimic the tangy flavour of traditional Slovak sheep cheese. 4. Assemble the Dish Toss the cooked dumplings with the bryndza cheese (or substitute) until they’re well-coated and creamy. Top with the crispy bacon and its drippings. Garnish with chopped chives or parsley for an extra touch of colour and flavour.
step 1 Tip the cabbage into a food processor and blitz until finely chopped. Season with ½ tsp salt, toss well and set aside for 15 mins. Tip into a clean tea towel and squeeze out as much water as you can. Tip into a bowl with the carrot, mushrooms, pork mince, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil and spring onions. Season with black pepper. Scrunch everything together using your hands, mixing well until everything is combined. step 2 Soak the spring roll sheets for a couple of seconds in a shallow dish of warm water, then transfer to an oiled chopping board. Working with one sheet at a time, spoon 1 heaped tbsp of the filling into the middle, then fold the bottom up and over the filling. Fold down the top of the sheet, then the sides to fully encase and make a neat square. If the dumpling feels a little fragile, soak another sheet and wrap it again. Repeat with the remaining sheets and filling, transferring the dumplings to an oiled plate as you go. step 3 Heat the oil in a large, non-stick frying pan (ensuring it is no more than a third full) over a medium-high heat and fry the dumplings for 3-5 mins until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon or spider to turn them, then cover with a lid and cook for another 3-4 mins until golden. Remove the lid and cook for 1-2 mins. step 4 Meanwhile, combine all the dipping sauce ingredients in small bowl. Serve the dumplings with the dipping sauce on the side.
step 1 Cut the meat into large pieces, put in your largest saucepan and cover with 5 litres water. Bring to the boil over a high heat, skimming away any foam that rises to the surface. Add the bay leaves. Season. Turn the heat down to a simmer and cook for 1 hr, or until the meat is soft and falls off the bone. Add the beans if using dried. step 2 Turn the heat up. Bring back to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for another 20 mins – the beans should still be slightly raw. Add the carrots, onions, garlic and pepper. Stir well, then add the chillies, if using. Cook for 15 mins more. step 3 Stir in the beetroot and cook for 10 mins before adding the potatoes. After 15 mins, add the tomato purée to taste and beans, if using canned, and bring to the boil. Cook for 5 mins, add the cabbage and cook for 5 mins more. Season, then garnish with the parsley and dill. Turn off the heat and leave to stand for 5 mins. Serve with soured cream on the side.
Grill or roast corn on the cob until kernels are charred. Brush each cob with mayonnaise, then sprinkle with crumbled Cotija cheese and chili powder. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over the top. Enjoy this delicious and flavorful Mexican Street Corn!
In a blender, combine blueberries, banana, Greek yogurt, almond milk, and honey. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add chia seeds for extra nutrition and blend briefly. Pour into a glass and enjoy this nutritious Blueberry Banana Smoothie!
In a pot, sauté chopped onions and garlic until softened. Add shredded beets, cabbage, diced potatoes, grated carrots, and tomato paste. Pour in broth and add bay leaves. Simmer until vegetables are tender. Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream on top. Enjoy the hearty and comforting flavors of Russian Borscht!
In a pan, heat ghee and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and curry leaves. Add chopped onions, green chilies, and turmeric powder. Sauté until onions are golden brown. Mix in boiled and mashed potatoes. Cook until well combined and seasoned. Spread dosa batter on a hot griddle to make thin pancakes. Place a spoonful of the potato mixture in the center, fold, and serve hot. Pair with coconut chutney for a delicious South Indian meal.
Warm falafel balls according to package instructions. Place a generous serving of falafel in the center of each wrap. Top with diced tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, red onions, shredded lettuce, and fresh parsley. Drizzle with tahini sauce and wrap tightly. Enjoy this Lebanese Falafel Wrap filled with fresh and flavorful ingredients!
In a glass, muddle lime wedges with granulated sugar to release the juice. Fill the glass with ice cubes. Pour cachaça over the ice and stir well. Sip and enjoy the refreshing taste of the Brazilian Caipirinha! Adjust sugar and lime to suit your taste preferences.
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss diced potatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, and smoked paprika. Roast until crispy. In a small saucepan, heat tomato sauce, mayonnaise, and hot sauce. Stir until warm. Drizzle the sauce over the roasted potatoes and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve these flavorful Spanish Patatas Bravas as a delicious appetizer.
Dip rice paper wrappers in warm water to soften. Lay a wrapper on a flat surface and fill with shrimp, rice vermicelli, lettuce, carrots, cucumber, and mint leaves. Fold the sides of the wrapper and roll tightly to seal. Serve these Vietnamese Fresh Spring Rolls with peanut dipping sauce. Enjoy these light and refreshing rolls as a delightful appetizer or snack.
In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley. Drizzle with lemon vinaigrette dressing and toss to combine. Chill before serving. This Mediterranean Quinoa Salad is perfect as a refreshing side dish.
In a saucepan, heat heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar until it begins to steam. Whisk in matcha green tea powder until fully combined. In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks. Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the yolks, whisking continuously. Return the mixture to the saucepan and heat until it thickens. Do not boil. Strain the mixture and let it cool. Churn in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions. Freeze until firm. Indulge in the creamy goodness of Japanese Matcha Green Tea Ice Cream!
In a saucepan, combine sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and unsalted butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the pan. Let the mixture cool. Grease your hands with butter and roll into small balls. Coat the brigadeiros in chocolate sprinkles. These Brazilian Chocolate Brigadeiros are a delightful sweet treat!
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with black beans, corn, and chopped cilantro. Fill each corn tortilla with the chicken mixture and roll tightly. Place the rolled enchiladas in a baking dish, cover with enchilada sauce, and sprinkle with shredded cheese. Bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream. Enjoy these delicious Mexican Chicken Enchiladas!
In a pan, simmer coconut milk with red curry paste, fish sauce, and sugar. Add sliced bell peppers and zucchini. Cook until vegetables are tender. Add shrimp and cook until they turn pink and opaque. Stir in fresh basil leaves. Serve this Thai Coconut Shrimp Curry over jasmine rice for a flavorful meal.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, mix cooked chopped spinach with crumbled feta, chopped onions, beaten eggs, olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper. Layer sheets of phyllo dough in a baking dish, brushing each layer with olive oil. Spread the spinach and feta mixture over the phyllo layers. Top with more phyllo layers, brushing each with olive oil. Bake until golden brown. Slice and serve this delicious Greek Spanakopita!
In a large bowl, combine cooked couscous, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, mint leaves, and crumbled feta. Drizzle with lemon vinaigrette dressing and toss to combine. Chill before serving. This Moroccan Couscous Salad makes a refreshing side dish.