Despite loving curry, Annzra Denita Naidoo refused to learn how to make it. In lockdown, she learnt how to make curry and ...

1. Heat 2 T olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat. Add the shallots and bay leaf and cook for 5 minutes, or until softened. 2. Dissolve the chicken stock concentrate in the water and keep warm.

1 cup sweet potato leaves, washed and finely chopped ½ cup Italian parsley, finely chopped 4 cloves garlic , finely chopped 1 shallot, finely chopped 1 t dried oregano 1 bird’s-eye chilli, seeded and ...

Homely comforts like hot buttered toast, scones, or a stack of flapjacks may be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of jams and preserves. But here’s a new association for you: how about ...

1. Heat the oil in a saucepan and gently fry the onion and garlic until the onion is soft and translucent. Add the thyme and fry until fragrant. 2. Add the stone fruit, vinegar and sugar. Simmer for ...

1. To make the brine, dissolve the salt and sugar in the water in a large bowl. Add the chicken wings and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. 2. Remove the chicken wings from the brine, pat dry ...

1. Place the pineapple peels, water and sugar in a medium-sized saucepan. Bring to a rolling boil and cook for 10 minutes. Strain and discard the pineapple peels. 2. Place the remaining ingredients ...

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Place the egusi seeds on a baking tray and roast for 10 minutes, or until lightly browned. 2. Place all the ingredients including the seeds (set aside a few for ...

1. Place the butter and oil into a saucepan and heat until melted and bubbling. Add the carrots and garlic and cook until softened, about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. 2. Add the sugar and salt.

1. Sprinkle the gelatine over the water and allow to stand for 5 minutes. Place the sugar, vanilla and ricotta in a blender and add 1 cup cream. Blend at full speed until a smooth, creamy mixture ...

1. Fill a saucepan on which a glass bowl fits securely with water. Ensure that the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water. Bring the water to the boil. Place all the ingredients except the ...

1. To make the velouté, gently fry the onion, garlic and thyme in the butter over a low heat until translucent. Add the wine and cook until completely reduced. 2 Add the stock and simmer until reduced ...