Beetroot & Sauerkraut Fritters

Adapted and simplified from a recipe in Gill Mellor’s book, root, stem, leaf, flower, these fritters are simple, tasty and perfect as we move from summer to autumn 2 raw beetroot – peeled and grated1 onion – thinly sliced into half rounds2 cloves garlic – finely chopped500g sauerkraut4-5 tablespoons gram flour (or use plain flour)1…

Spicy, Braised Tofu with Spinach

Ingredients1 tablespoon sunflower oil1 tablespoon chili bean paste (Lee Kum Kee sauces can be found in most large supermarkets)1 tablespoon vegetarian oyster sauce (sometimes called vegetarian stir fry sauce). Alternatively, kecup manis or teryaki sauce work as alternatives1 tablespoon cider vinegar1 tablespoon light soy sauce250g firm tofu200g spinach MethodMix together the chili bean paste, oyster…

Pea & Aubergine Curry with Tamarind

I do post a lot of curry recipes here, but in our house, we make curry at least once a week. We’re lucky enough to have a superb independent Indian food store just a few miles down the road which is great for stocking up on spices, breads and vegetables. This is one of those…

Roasted Cauliflower Salad with Herbs

100g puy or green lentils 1 bay leaf 200g of your favourite grain (bulgur, millet, farro, quinoa, pearl barley) 1 smallish cauliflower of half a large one half a teaspoon each of ground cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt a handful of cherry tomatoes – halved half a cucumber – diced 4-5 tablespoons olive oil 1…