Browsing All posts tagged under »Appetiser«

The Crispiest Squid in the World…Ever!

November 30, 2011

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When it comes to crispy fried squid, Mr C really knows what he’s talking about. Many a chef have tried to imitate his recipe, many have failed and given up, some got close – but no cigar. Getting squid right can be tricky, especially for it to maintain its crispness, whilst being careful not to over […]

Spoonbread & Strawberry Jam

May 6, 2011

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Some say that cornbread is the “cornerstone” of Southern United States cuisine. It is a popular item in soul food enjoyed by many people for its texture and scent. Cornbread can be baked, fried or, rarely steamed, often flavoured with chillies, cheese, onions and sweet corn kernels. Cornbread can also be baked into corn cakes. […]

Shetland Mussels

November 11, 2009

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Shetland Mussels, Garlic, White Wine, Crème Fraiche The cool, pristine waters that surround the Shetland Isles are an ideal habitat for growing blue mussels (mytilis edulis). Mussels harvested in Shetland are grown on ropes, ensuring the mussels never come into contact with the seabed so they don’t ingest any sand or grit, resulting in a lovely […]

Blackened…

October 10, 2009

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Blackened Cajun Shrimp Blackening is a Cajun cooking technique where a spice mixture is rubbed on a product and then grilled or seared at a high temperature so that the spice mixture turns black. This process of blackening also increases the intense flavouring of the spice mixture. I love spicy food and I love trying […]

Smoked Mackerel Fishcakes

September 29, 2009

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Mackerel is characteristically recognised by the dark, zigzag lines on its back. Fresh mackerel has good flavour and texture. As well as being delicious, this is also one of the healthiest fish available full of omega 3 oils. Smoked mackerel can be whole, or filleted, selected for its oil content; it is hot smoked in […]

Barrel Aged Feta, Fennel, Strawberries, Mint, Poppy Seeds & Lemon oil

September 22, 2009

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Ingredients: 125g Strawberries 1Tbsp Mint leaves chopped 175g Barrel aged feta ¼ Fennel bulb 1 Tsp Poppy seeds Handful of quality mixed leaves Lemon oil Method: 1) Toast the poppy seeds lightly to release their essential oils, set aside to cool. Remove the outer leaves, discard the stalk and finely slice the fennel (use a […]