Monthly Archives: April 2012

Ever since I bought some garden furniture, it’s rained every day! Under slate grey Victorian sky (thanks Morrissey) I’m looking for comfort food. Shepherd’s pie seems to fit the bill. It’s very easy – just chop everything (onion, courgette, pepper, … Continue reading →

This is a variation on a theme… I used some of the ingredients listed in a Hong Sao beef stew but without the beef (obviously) and with much less liquid, more of a stir-fry. 1 large tsp Schezuan peppercorns, dry … Continue reading →

Kala Namak, also known as black salt, is a type of natural volcanic rock salt mined from the Northern Indian and Pakistani Himalayas salt ranges.  It is used as a salty and pungent smelling seasoning in South Asia. It consists … Continue reading →

Vegan Cauliflower Cheese? Really? Yes! It’s easy and you don’t need dairy to make it. I steam the cauliflower lightly, so it keeps a little bit of bite. Then make the white sauce. It’s a misconception that the white sauce … Continue reading →

My friend Erika introduced me to these when she cooked them for me and few mates one night. I remember everyone was very impressed. I have made them a few times since and think they are a bit special. I … Continue reading →

A pulao is a South Asian rice dish (from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan, India and Iran), also known as Pilaf that commonly refers to rice cooked in a seasoned broth with meat or vegetables. Marc made the most delicious korma … Continue reading →

Last time I made a Thai green curry I smashed up all my ingredients for the paste in a pestle and mortar. The lemongrass takes some pounding so this time I decided to whizz the ingredients in a blender. This … Continue reading →

I wasn’t even hungry! I watched the Vegan Zombie making a vegan grilled cheese sandwich and just had to make myself one! I had some amazing vegan cheese from Vegusto and my sandwich was flippin’ delicious… I emailed the Vegan … Continue reading →