Simple: Effortless Food, Big Flavors
Leek and feta omelette with sumac
Omelettes are comfort food for me. On these lazy evenings, a great omelette, cooked in olive oil, is what I crave, simple and elegant. However, growing up eating tese on the streets of India, I have never got used to the "white omelette", I like them caramelised and crisp. This is a simple omelette with elegant flavours. Leeks add a subtle note to the eggs, and the feta adds a creamy sharpness. The topping of liberal sumac is what makes this dish special. The tartness balances well with the...
Grilled zucchini, burrata, and fregola
I never liked zucchini till recently, but now I adore this light and nutritious vegetable, both raw and grilled. This salad is a...
Melon, blueberry, and feta salad with ginger and mint.
I have a penchant for fruit salads. I enjoy the combination of earthy vegetables, herbs, and spices layered with the sweetness of fruit....
Crisp baked potato with ham, cheese and cream
Everyone loves baked potatoes. They are fluffy, buttery, and so good that they are among my favourite dishes. Russet potatoes are...
Roasted carrot hummus, roast tomatoes, and harissa yogurt
I love hummus but am tired of the highly processed commercial varieties in the grocery store with their repetitive, boring flavours. For...
Eastern black rice, mango, and tomato salad with coconut
Because of the fires here, it has been hot and very smoky, so I was looking for a cooling, hearty recipe that could serve as a light...
Roast spatchcock with chillies and smoky migas
A spatchcock chicken is cut from the belly side up to the neck and left whole. This is one of the best ways to cut the chicken,...
Cool greens with hot Asian dressing
This salad is a melange of flavours, colours and textures. Making a small bowl of this salad is impossible, but you will be glad with the...
Fettuccine with asparagus, peas and saffron
It would be fair to say I am obsessed with every recipe from Diana Henry. The global flavours she brings to the table in such effortless...