RecipesDish typeSaladThis is a refreshing and unique salad, with beautiful Asian flavours. Use different varieties of apples to get a nice contrast between flavours and textures.Recipe by:Cambridgeshire, England, UK1 person made thisIngredientsServes: 4 2 shallots, finely sliced1 tbsp vegetable oil3 Granny Smith apples, cored and sliced3 Pink Lady apples, cored and sliced1 tbsp lime juice6 cherry tomatoes, cut into quarters2 tbsp dry roasted peanuts, crushedhandful coriander leaves, chopped1 garlic clove, finely chopped1 red chilli, seeded and finely chopped1 tsp sugar1 tbsp fish saucejuice of 2 limesMethodPrep:15min ›Ready in:15minFirst make the dressing by blending together the garlic, chilli and sugar in a food processor to make a rough paste.
RecipesDish typeDrinkHot chocolate Feel free to experiment with this basic hot chocolate recipe. You can add whipped cream, marshmallows, chocolate shavings, a drizzle of toffee sauce, a teaspoon of cinnamon, a sprinkling of crushed digestives - the possibilities are endless! Adjust the amount of cocoa and sugar to taste.
RecipesDish typePreservesPicklesMooli is the Hindi word for a large crunchy white radish that is used all over South and East Asia - known as daikon in Japan and by various names in China. It& 39;s sometimes available in bigger supermarkets, but you can buy it in any Asian supermarket.32 people made thisIngredientsServes: 2 175g (6 oz) chopped mooli3/4 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon rice vinegar1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1/4 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)MethodPrep:30min ›Ready in:30minIn a mixing bowl, toss mooli with salt.
RecipesDish typeCakeCake decoratingIcingCream cheese icingThis is a foolproof recipe for the best tasting carrot cake ever! It& 39;s moist, tender and oh-so-delicious. It& 39;s especially good for special occasions, such as birthdays. You can also use this recipe to make cupcakes or muffins, simply adjust the baking time accordingly.
RecipesDish typeSoupBean and lentil soupLentil soupI improvised this at home from a few other recipes. If you want more of a soup just add more water/stock.10 people made thisIngredientsServes: 4 400g red lentils (soaked for 24 hours)1-2 sticks of celery, chopped1/2 red pepper, chopped4 red chillies, chopped1 fresh green or jalapeno chilli, sliced2 teaspoons vegetable stock granules (or premade stock, but don& 39;t add water later) - add less powder stock than you do water as more will make the dish salty2 carrots, chopped2 onions, choppedwater1/2 pumpkin, peeled and chopped1 tablespoon grated root ginger, or to taste4-5 cloves of crushed garlicground cardamon (or pods)turmericcumin seedsgaram masalaMethodPrep:15min ›Cook:2hr ›Extra time:2hr15min › Ready in:4hr30minAdd the onion, chilli, celery, red pepper, pumpkin, ginger, garlic and spices to a large pot.