Recipes

These butter beans saganaki are the kind of comfort food that feels hearty but still fresh and wholesome. Creamy butter beans are simmered in a rich, garlicky tomato sauce, then finished with salty feta, a hit of chilli, and plenty of fresh herbs. It’s a Greek-inspired dish (kind of like prawns saganaki) that’s simple to make but packed with flavour—perfect for scooping up with crusty bread or serving over rice. Whether you’re after a meat-free main or a side dish that steals the show, this one is a keeper.

Chicken biryani is a traditional Indian dish where heavily spiced marinated chicken is layered with partially cooked rice and fried onions. It is then cooked over low heat, so everything steams together in an aromatic one-pot wonderland. It’s rich, fragrant, and moreish, and you’ll impress yourself once you’ve made it!

This is definitely not a fully traditional recipe—it’s our take on a really clever way of cooking chicken and rice. We’ve used a curry powder mix that has a base of turmeric, coriander, fenugreek, black pepper, and chilli powder, and added garam masala, so you only have to open two spice jars.

To make things really easy, in the last 5 minutes of cooking, we put green beans on top of the rice to steam. Serve this with mint yogurt and give yourself a round of applause! 👏👏👏

Sweet fennel, salty olives, and lots of lemon make this chicken tray bake a winning combination. It’s an all year round staple in my house, served with different sides to suit the weather. Add mash or roasted potatoes to make it a hearty wintery meal or a simple green salad on a hot night. This dish starts on the stove top and then finishes up in the oven, if you have an ovenproof casserole dish, use it to make it a true one pot wonder.

I love versatile recipes that you can learn by heart and cook on repeat. This spiced, tomato, chickpea stew can be served with flatbreads and yoghurt, or with rice and grilled veggies. It’s great as part of a shared meal with lamb skewers and a Greek-style salad or piled on toast with a fried egg. It’s a good budget-friendly recipe that lasts well in the fridge and will keep you nourished throughout the week.

This roasted sweet potato and chorizo dish is a perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and herby flavours. The caramelised edges of the sweet potatoes pair beautifully with the spiced, crispy chorizo, while a punchy chimichurri sauce brings freshness and a little zing. It’s hearty enough to be a main but also works as a standout side for grilled meats or a BBQ spread. Simple, bold, and packed with flavour—this one’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.