2 tbsp olive oil1 onion, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced1 carrot, peeled and chopped2 cans (400g each) whole peeled tomatoes2 tbsp tomato paste1 tsp sugar2 cups vegetable or chicken stock½ tsp dried oregano or thymeSalt and black pepper, to taste½ cup cream (optional for richness)Fresh basil, for garnish
450g cooked crab meat (fresh or canned, well-drained)½ cup breadcrumbs (plus extra for coating)¼ cup mayonnaise1 large egg1 tbsp Dijon mustard1 tsp Worcestershire sauce1 tsp lemon juice1 tsp Old Bay seasoning (or paprika + pinch of cayenne)2 tbsp spring onion or parsley, finely choppedSalt and black pepper, to taste2–3 tbsp oil, for frying
4 large, firm tomatoes250g ground beef (or chicken, turkey, or beans for veg option)1 tbsp taco seasoning½ onion, finely chopped1 clove garlic, minced½ cup corn kernels (optional)½ cup black beans (optional)½ cup shredded cheddar or taco cheeseSalt and pepper, to tasteSour cream, guacamole, and fresh coriander, for serving
Sweet Potato, Coconut & Cardamom Soup
1 kg stewing beef, cut into chunksSalt and pepper, to taste2 tbsp flour (for dusting)2 tbsp olive oil1 large onion, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced2 tbsp tomato paste3 cups beef stock1 cup red wine (optional, or substitute with more stock)3 large carrots, peeled and chopped2 potatoes, peeled and cubed2 celery stalks, chopped2 bay leaves1 tsp dried thyme1 tsp rosemary1 cup frozen peas (added at the end)
1 cup water1 cup granulated sugar1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4–5 lemons)1 tbsp lemon zestOptional: fresh mint or lemon slices for garnish
2 tbsp oil (vegetable or coconut oil)1 onion, finely chopped2 cloves garlic, minced1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated500g beef stewing meat, cut into chunks2 tsp curry powder1 tsp ground cumin1 tsp ground coriander½ tsp turmeric¼ tsp chilli flakes (optional)2 tbsp tomato paste1 can (400g) chopped tomatoes1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed1½ cups beef stockSalt and black pepper, to tasteFresh coriander, for garnishCooked rice or roti, for serving
- 1–1.2 kg pork belly, skin scored
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp fennel seeds (optional)
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, smashed
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 kg potatoes, peeled and cubed
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: cream or garlic for extra richness
500g ground beef (or beef & pork mix)½ cup breadcrumbs¼ cup milk1 egg2 tbsp finely chopped parsley2 cloves garlic, minced½ onion, finely grated or chopped½ tsp dried oregano½ tsp salt¼ tsp black pepper2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)2 tbsp olive oil2 cloves garlic, minced1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes1 tsp sugarSalt and pepper, to tasteFresh basil or parsley, to serve
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup (115g) cold butter, cubed
- 3–5 tbsp cold water
- 2 cups pumpkin purée (canned or homemade)
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup evaporated milk or cream
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- 1½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ¼ tsp salt
4 medium potatoes, washed and cut into cubes or wedges2 tbsp olive oil1 tsp garlic powder1 tsp paprika½ tsp dried rosemary or thyme (optional)Salt and black pepper, to tasteFresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
500g large shrimp or prawns, peeled and deveined (tails on optional)2 tbsp olive oil2 tbsp lemon juice2 cloves garlic, minced1 tsp smoked paprika½ tsp ground cumin½ tsp chili powder¼ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)Salt and black pepper, to taste1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or coriander, for garnishLemon wedges, for serving
