Parsnip Chips with Chilli Salt
Thursday, January 18, 2024These parsnip chips make a great alternative to storebought potato chips and dip, and are irresistible with a sprinkling of chilli salt and homemade tzatziki sauce. Best eaten on the day they are made, as they can lose their crispiness. If you don't want to fry them, then toss the ribbons with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and bake at 180C/350F for 20-25 minutes. You might have to do this in a few batches.
Braised Fennel
Tuesday, January 16, 2024A simple but oh-so-yummy dish. Fennel wedges braised in white wine and stock until tender which really develops mild licorice flavours, then garnished with a mixture with Parmesan, parsley, lemon zest and toasted Brazil nuts for extra crunch and flavour. It’s a perfect accompaniment to roasted chicken, fish, sausages, steak or over a bed of hummus if you are a vegetarian. Make this recipe your own by adding capers, olives, fruit, or tomatoes togehter with wine and stock. Instead of Brazil nuts, you can also use hazelnuts, almonds or pine nuts for the topping.
Zander and Leek Gratin with Provençal Crust
Friday, January 12, 2024A classic fish and leek bake with zander fish fillets, creamy leek and topped with a crunchy Provencal style crust, which can be used to top chicken, lamb and vegetables too. Traditionally, this crust is made with breadcrumbs and cheese, but using ground pork rind is another great alternative if you are on a low-carb or keto way of eating, plus it adds texture and flavour. It's perfect for a make-ahead meal. Just assemble the entire gratin in advance and store it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to pop it in the oven.
Pumpkin Quiche with Gorgonzola and Pinenuts
Monday, January 08, 2024Packed with hearty, comforting flavour and a creamy texture, this easy keto, gluten-free pumpkin quiche makes a great option for a make-ahead meal. You could serve this elegant quiche as a weeknight dinner with a soup or salad and the leftovers make a great work lunch as well. Other nuts or seeds can be used for the topping too. If you're feeling fancy, you could sprinkle in some bacon or ham.
Quinoa and Tuna Baked Pumpkin
Saturday, January 06, 2024Oxtail Stew
Tuesday, January 02, 2024A wonderfully rich, savory, and comforting slow-cooked, well-seasoned oxtail paired with brandy tomato sauce makes a cozy and warming winter meal and an ideal energy source for a Ketogenic, Carnivore, or Ketovore ways of eating. Oxtails contain a ton of collagen and benefits from long, slow cooking (at least 3 hours), but will reward you with a deep, hearty and flavourful winter stew.
After browning the oxtails in an ovenproof skillet, there's little else to do than let them simmer in the oven with tomatoes, celery, spices, stock and brandy for about 4 hours until fork tender. So be patient. Use less stock or reduce the sauce longer if you prefer a thicker stew.
Baby Leaf Salad with Roasted Hokkaido and Herb Dressing
Sunday, December 31, 2023Crispy, tender baby leaves are gently tossed with chicken schmaltz roasted Hokkaido pumpkin wedges and aromatic toasted cashew nuts in this colourful and pretty salad. The lemon-and-herb vinaigrette gets a touch of sweetness from a teaspoon of honey and works beautifully with almost any salad. I used a mixture of flat parsley, oregano and thyme. If you can't find red chard and bull's blood, just use baby arugula, lamb's lettuce or young spinach instead.
Italian Sausage Terrine with Green Peppercorns and Pistachios
Friday, December 29, 2023Whet the appetite for the dinner party by serving your guests this rich pork terrine with Italian sausages, pistachio kernels and green peppercorns. It can be made up to two days ahead. I use spicy Italian sausages, but you can use regular one or any pork sausage of your choice. If you want to make it alcohol-free, replace it with apple juice or chicken stock. A terrine is always better served at room temperature or cold with crusty bread / crackers, pickles, mustard and fruit chutney or simply with a salad.
Minted Lamb and Feta Meatballs with Tomato Salad
Wednesday, December 27, 2023Easy Keto Three-Cheese Quiche
Monday, December 25, 2023This easy keto quiche recipe starts with a pork rind crust, but you can use a regular quiche crust if you ain't on keto or low carbs diet. It’s loaded with roasted pork belly, 3 different kinds of cheese (Spanish Manchego, Dutch Old Amsterdam, and English vintage Cheddar) and spring onions and is perfect for brunch or dinner! You can use other cheese (Cheddar, Gouda and Gorgonzola), add other seasonings and replace pork belly with leftover roasted chicken or ham.
Grilled Radicchio Salad with Goat Cheese and Candied Walnuts
Thursday, December 21, 2023Grilling radicchio helps temper the bitterness in this hearty and beautiful vegetable. Radicchio and fresh goat cheese pair well and compliment each other. Candied walnuts and juicy pomegranate seeds give a distinctive lift and touch of sweetness to this warm salad. It is simple and quick to prepare and makes an impressive and exciting side dish that will liven up any meal.
Pumpkin Walnut Pâté
Sunday, December 17, 2023This Pumpkin Walnut Pâtés is delicious, vegetarian-friendly and perfect for dipping into with slices of crusty bread, crackers, grissini or vegetable sticks. You can serve this as an appetizer for any of your holiday parties. I used homemade roasted hokkaido for this, but butternut squash or even canned pumpkin will work just as fine. It keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.