Mozzarella Stuffed Mushrooms
My garlic and rosemary portobello mozzarella stuffed mushrooms with cherry tomatoes and drizzled with balsamic glaze are amazing for veggies and non-veggies. This is a great BBQ option or a side dish main meal.
Balinese Cauliflower and Tempeh Rendang Curry
This Tempeh Rendang Curry is just bursting with veggie flavour. This dish was inspired by my trip in 2015 to Indonesia and my love for Tempeh. There is a richness from the coconut milk and a boldness from the various aromatic spices. The tempeh is soft and delicious and can be combined with any veggies that you like to make something a little different each time. It makes for the perfect midweek meal and doesn’t need many ingredients, so it’s a welcome change if you’re trying to use up leftovers! Rendang is one of many curries originating in the Nusantara region, which includes Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei and surrounding islands.
Shakshuka – Tomato & Chickpea Baked Eggs
You can knock up this recipe in under 30 minutes with minimal effort (perfect for hangovers). This is what makes it the ideal breakfast or brunch dish. Most of the ingredients can be easily kept in your cupboard, ready for any weekend you feel the taste for it. Traditional shakshuka originally came from North Africa, but it is quite popular in the Middle East, and you’ll find variations of it in Palestine, Israel and Turkey (Menemen). Shakshuka literally means “a mixture” of leftover vegetables and spices – a poor person dish which is now a bougie brunch option found in Balham for £13 a dish before you even add your chorizo. For a vegetarian option, simply replace the chorizo with another vegetable; courgette, aubergine, sweet potato just to name a few and add more smoked paprika.
Korean Barbecue Veggie Lasagne
My Korean barbecue lasagne is a fusion dish that combines elements of Korean barbecue (bulgogi sauce) with the classic Italian pasta dish of lasagne. My dish consists of layers of pasta, kimchi, and a variety of veggies, which are then topped with a Korean barbeque sauce, layers of cheesy mozzarella sauce and topped with golden breadcrumbs, sesame seeds and cheese! The dish is a creative and flavorful way to enjoy the flavours of Korean barbeque in a new and unexpected way. For those meat eaters, simply add beef mince or a leftover pulled meat of your choice. Get creative!
Simple Moroccan Veggie Tagine
This simple and hearty recipe was inspired by my surf trip to Moroccan in 2018. Packed with a variety of vegetables, bold flavours and is so simple to make. Vegan and gluten-free.
Avo-No-Cado
At the Biffen’s Kitchen food van, I have replaced the smashed avocado with a more local and tastier alternative, which I call Smashed Avo-No-Cardo! The smashed beanos are simply smashed broad beans, sweet garden peas, lime, salt, pepper and vegan mayo. Blitz and enjoy.
Quick & Easy Lemon and Parsley Hummus
Here is my creamy and deliciously simple lemon and parsley hummus I used in my Moroccan wraps at my first food stand (which went extremely well and was a complete sellout!). I got the recipe originally from BBC Food and amended it to this refreshing and simple style. Now, you can easily buy shop hummus to save time. However, if you have a spare 7 minutes, you can make this recipe which will last up to 7 days in the fridge. I have also discovered the best way to ensure your hummus is super creamy EVERY TIME! No peeling chickpeas or anything like that; we are far too busy these days for that faff!
Flatbread Wraps
Not all flatbreads have to be hard to make. These flatbreads are quick and easy to make, and you don’t need any fancy equipment. Use your imagination when it comes to toppings; I’m sure you can think of something!
Jamaican Chickpea Sweet Potato Curry
Make a bowl of raspberry and peanut butter overnight oats that are indulgent yet healthy. It doesn’t get any easier and more delicious than creamy peanut butter and tangy raspberries. Overnight oats are a great way to keep you full until lunch for a low cost and offer endless flavours to pick from.
