Another simple mid-week meal which is just 15 minutes from fridge to plate. This will become a firm favourite I’m sure. Serves 2 Ingredients: 200g spaghetti A good glug of olive oil. 2 generous handfuls of cherry tomatoes, halved. 2 generous handfuls of cooked king prawns, defrosted if frozen. 2 garlic cloves, crushed. Juice and…
Category: Healthy option
Butterfly chicken with lentils, tomato and basil.
Serves 1 This dish of chicken breast with lentils, tomatoes and basil is literally 15 minutes from fridge to plate… and is deliciously healthy which is really important to so many people managing the aftermath of lockdown. Heat a non stick pan and spray with a little oil. Butterfly a chicken breast and cook for…
Thai chicken and vegetable stir-fry with pickled moolie
This quick and easy stir-fry is ideal for a mid-week lunch or dinner. If like me, you are keen to control your intake of fat and calories, this dish is perfect, and tastes delicious so doesn’t feel ‘healthy’. I love the addition of the pickled moolie, the acidity of which balances well against the creamy…
Butternut Squash and Lentil Dal
The perfect antidote for those of you that have over indulged during the festive period. This delicately spiced dal is low in both calories and fat, but is satisfying enough for even the heartiest of appetites. Serves 4 Ingredients: 500g butternut squash, peeled, deseeded and cut into 2cm dice. 1 onion, peeled and diced 2…
Gazpacho
I acquired this recipe several years ago during a trip to Barcelona. I was fortunate enough to spend an evening in the company of Cristina and Guillermo; founders of Barcelona Slow Travel, who taught me to make this dish during a private cooking class. I would definitely recommend booking this excellent food experience if you…
Pork Stroganoff
This is another wonderfully simple recipe, packed full of flavour, making it as much at home on a dinner party menu as it is on the family table. Pork fillet is naturally very lean, making this dish easily adaptable for those of you trying to follow a healthier lifestyle. Simply omit the butter and go…
Hunger Pangs 