by MJF | Aug 24, 2024 | Side Dishes, Vegetables
Fire Roasted Sweet Peppers These peppers develop a fuller, slightly smokey flavour. Pair of Kitchen Tongs.Cutting BoardCooks KnifeSmall Grill Rack or a cake cooling rack. 2 Lb Sweet Peppers (3 pieces). (Assorted colours can be used.) Wash the peppers.Place the grill...
by MJF | Aug 22, 2024 | Afternoon Tea, Baking, Bread
Crumpets A treat for an English Afternoon Tea 2 Cups AP Flour1 tspn Salt1 Cup Milk (warm)1 Tbspn Yeast1 tspn Sugar1 Cup Water (warm)¾ tspn Bicarbonate of Soda1 oz Vegetable Oil for cooking Sift the flour into a bowl and add the salt.Mix the milk, yeast and...
by MJF | Aug 22, 2024 | Main Courses, Pork Main Courses
Pork Barbecue Baked in Banana Leaves Aromatic pork infused with spices Dutch Oven or a heavy pot with a tight lid. 1 each Large Banana Leaf (Optional)3 lb Shoulder of Pork1½ teaspoons. Black Pepper1 teaspoon Herbes de Provence4 each Cloves½ teaspoon Cumin1...
by bilalk | Aug 20, 2024 | Side Dishes, Starches
Couscous A healthy Middle Eastern "grain" which is a good alternative to rice. Small pot with a lid. 2 Cups Couscous2½ Cups Water¼ tsp. Salt2 tsps. Butter Bring the water and butter to a boilAdd the couscous, stir, cover and leave for 5 minutes.Fluff...
by bilalk | Aug 20, 2024 | Main Courses, Poultry Main Courses
Spiced Chicken Thighs with Shakshuka Sauce Elevating chicken thighs with a spicy tomato and sweet pepper sauce. Cast Iron Skillet For the Chicken2 Lb Chicken Thighs2 Cloves Garlic (Finely chopped)1 Tbsp. Coriander1 tsp. Paprika1 tsp. Cumin1/2 tsp. Chili...
by bilalk | Aug 20, 2024 | Breakfast
Shakshuka A Moroccan breakfast dish of eggs on a spicy tomato and sweet pepper sauce. Cast Iron Skillet 3 Tbsp. Olive Oil1 each Onion (finely chopped)2 Cloves Garlic (finely chopped)1 Tbsp. Tomato Paste1 each Green Pepper½ each Red Pepper (Yellow Peppers may be...
by bilalk | Aug 20, 2024 | Cold Sauces, Dips & Dressings
Dipping Sauce Perfect for dumplings and spring rolls. Non-corrosive mixing bowl.Whisk ¼ Cup Soy Sauce3 Tablespoons Rice Wine Vinegar1 tsp. Sugar½ tsp. Fish Sauce½ each Chili (finely chopped)1 Tbsp. Coriander (chopped) Mix all ingredients well. Dips, Dressings, Sauces,...
by bilalk | Aug 19, 2024 | Pickles and Preserves
Japanese Pickled Ginger This traditional accompaniment to sushi. Pairing KnifeStainless or Non-Corrosive BowlMandolin Slicer or Cooks KnifeCutting BoardPickling Jar 1 Cup Ginger (Young)1 Cup Rice Wine Vinegar1/3 Cup Sugar½ tsp. Salt Place the vinegar, sugar and salt...
by MJF | Aug 18, 2024 | Cold Desserts, Pastry, Philippines
Maya’s Creamy Mango Float A Philippine dish, celebrating the delicious seasonal fruit. Mixing BowlCutting BoardCooks KnifeDish 12" x 9" 6 each Mangoes (peeled and thinly sliced)2 Packets Nestle Cream (250g) (boxed)1 Large Tin Condensed Milk1...
by bilalk | Aug 16, 2024 | Pastry, Sweets & Candies
Crystallised Ginger A secret treat for ginger lovers. 12 oz. White Sugar6 oz. Brown Sugar2 Pints Water1 Lb. Ginger (peeled and sliced thinly)1 each Lemon (juiced and zest peeled)4 each Cloves1 each Star Anise½ each Chili Pepper (optional)1 each Vanilla Bean or ½ tsp....
