Dry spice rubs are an extremely versatile and effective way to infuse bags of flavour into poultry, fish, meat and even veggies. Learn how to harness the best flavour from your spices to make dry spice rubs that will transform your food. The story of spice All those seemingly inconsequential jars of spice sitting in your kitchen have a remarkable story to tell. They are the product of an epic history of lands discovered, empires created and destroyed, and valiant battles fought. Centuries ago, spices were the treasures of kings and were as valuable and sought after as gold. Nowadays,…
If you’ve been wondering how to make sushi donuts, wonder no more. It’s easier than you think, and the results are guaranteed to impress. Use this easy 3-step…
Inspired by the California roll, this deconstructed sushi salad is a fun way to enjoy the flavours of sushi without the effort of shaping a whole lot of individual pieces. Finish off the sushi salad with whichever protein you prefer, like tinned tuna, cooked prawns, smoked salmon or sushi-grade fresh salmon. Avocado sushi salad platter SERVES 6- 8 | PREP TIME 20 min | COOK TIME 30 min INGREDIENTS 330 g (11/2) cups sushi rice 180 g (1 cup) quinoa 1/3 cup (80 ml) rice vinegar 15 ml (1 tbsp) caster sugar Big pinch of salt 2 small avocados, peeled, stoned…
We’re nuts for nut butter! This is everything you need to know to make your own delicious nut butter blends in the comfort of your home. Nut butters…
Have you ever really wanted to make honeycomb, but are too intimidated to work with sugar? Well we are here to take you through the process you step by step showing you how to make the most delicious homemade golden honeycomb, perfect to snack on or to give as a gift! Homemade Golden Honeycomb INGREDIENTS 2 cups white sugar 1/2 cup honey 1/2 cup water 1 tbsp baking soda METHOD GREASE and line a 16x16cm cake tin. ADD the sugar, water and honey to a large pot over low to medium heat. STIR the mixture for 10-15 minutes until every…
Making caramel sauce from scratch feels magical! You start with a grainy, translucent mess of sugar and water and end up with a golden, luscious and creamy caramel…
Hummus is delicious served as part of a mezze feast or smeared into sandwiches, burgers, wraps or pitas. Using tinned chickpeas instead of soaked dry chickpeas makes this classic dip super creamy, and the addition of tahini adds depth of flavour with a distinct nuttiness. Adapt this basic recipe to make other flavours, like roasted red pepper, caramelised onion or harissa hummus. How to make hummus from scratch INGREDIENTS 1 x 410g tin chickpeas 3 tbsp tahini 1 garlic clove Juice of 1/2 lemon 2 tsp ground cumin 3 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley (optional) 3 tbsp olive oil METHOD RINSE…
Simple ingredients are transformed into this homely Italian-inspired herbed meatball bake, perfect for a family feast or cosy night in. Recipe and styling by Claire Ferrandi Photograph by…
Airy, light and sweet, who can resist meringue in any of its forms? We’ve put together a helpful guide explaining the difference between the three classic types of meringue – French, Swiss and Italian – along with some winning tips & tricks to perfecting each of these meringue recipes. The 3 types of meringue All three types of meringue are made by whipping together egg whites and sugar, but they differ slightly in their methods. French meringue French meringue has a light, crisp texture and is the easiest to bake and best-known type of meringue. Sugar is gradually added…
Words: Bianca Muller A spoonful of honey in your tea or a drizzle over your pancakes sounds like a sweet, sweet morning, doesn’t it? The goodness of honey…