Celebrate the bounty of the sea with this lush seafood risotto, studded with sweet chunks of lobster and king crab. The lobster and crab are first cooked in the shell, infused with white wine and aromatic fennel, creating a fragrant seafood broth that is then used to make a simply elegant risotto. Juicy tomatoes and fresh herbs are added to the risotto, alongside chopped shellfish, for a savoury taste of summer.
This classic dessert features a buttery, flaky crust filled with tangy and smooth lemon curd topped with a light and fluffy meringue. Baked to perfection, the meringue is golden and slightly crisp on the outside while remaining soft and marshmallow-like on the inside. It’s a delightful balance of sweet and tart, making it a refreshing and indulgent treat for any occasion.
Savoury, umami porcini powder is the secret to these indulgent short ribs, a sophisticated entrée that is sure to impress but is easy to make ahead of time. Meaty short ribs are braised in red wine and stock until they are meltingly tender. Before serving, they are topped with a buttery mixture of garlic and sautéed mushrooms. Serve the ribs with mashed potatoes, polenta or even pillowy gnocchi to soak up every last bit of the porcini-infused sauce.
Dark chocolate and red wine join to create a luxuriously smooth pot de crème. The key to achieving a silky texture is twofold: tempering the egg yolks slowly with hot cream and then baking the cocottes in a water bath to achieve gentle, even heat. This decadent dessert is the perfect ending to your next dinner party. The pot de crème can be made up to two days in advance, so all you need to do after dinner is add a dollop of whipped cream and enjoy the moment.
Popular in Middle Eastern and Indian cooking, a kofta is a savoury ball of spiced minced meat or vegetables, grilled and traditionally eaten inside pitta bread pockets together with a yogurt and fresh herb dip and vegetable salads. This recipe will make enough to fill 4 pitta pockets.
This quick to cook dish makes good use of some ready-prepared Japanese condiments and ingredients. Fresh tuna steaks are marinated in sweet mirin which is the essential Japanese condiment, Japanese soy sauce and sesame oil then seared in the hot wok until caramelised and blackened on the outside but rare inside. The tuna is accompanied by stir-fried, garlicky, shredded greens and finished with pink sushi-style pickled ginger and garlic chives. Serve with soba noodles.
A delicious alternative to classic roast chicken and shows how to cook simple, authentic Brazilian rice. The juices from the chicken will soak into the rice adding extra flavour. For an extra-succulent and moist result try brining the chicken before cooking (optional).
