Welcome to My Kitchen

I started cooking 20 years ago, and every day has been a new experience. You might not believe it but i was a person who could not fry an egg...but 20 years on..i feel i can take on any challenge.

I'm constantly trying out new recipes and looking for innovative ways to improvise my dishes and make it more easier. The easier the cooking gets and the less time it takes the more time for me to relax with my loved one.
But easy and quick does not mean compromise on taste or the way a dish is presented. I take great pride in decorating my dishes as i am a firm believer of ' The first impression counts'.

I decided to start this blog to help others like me discover that cooking a feast does not require slogging for hours in the kitchen all it requires is the right ingredients, tools and a creative mind and voila! you will have your family and guests begging for second helpings....

My inspiration for cooking has always been my husband...he loves his food..and like the saying goes 'A way to a man's heart is through his stomach'..i can confidently say it's true and it works wonders for a happy relationship...but he is also my best critic and competition.

I've got two little girls both who love to eat, and my eldest always enjoys helping me in the kitchen. I will try to post more kid friendly recipes that can be fun to eat and make together.

Hope you enjoy this blog and find it useful...please do feel free to leave any feedback or comments...remember there's always room for improvement!!!

Friday, 26 August 2011

Steve's Jerk Chicken


This marinade is a spicy blend of herbs, vinegar and scotch bonnet chilli. 
Serves: 4 


Ingredients 

1/2 small onion, finely chopped 
3 tablespoons brown sugar 
4 tablespoons soy sauce 
4 tablespoons red wine vinegar 
small handful chopped fresh thyme 
1 teaspoon sesame oil or sunflower oil
3 cloves garlic, chopped 
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice or whole pimento seeds 
1 Scotch bonnet, sliced 
4-6 skinless, chicken pieces 
Method
1. Blend together the onion, brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, thyme, sesame oil, garlic, allspice and scotch bonnet into a smooth paste. Add to the chicken. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
2. Preheat oven to 220C. 
3. Grill chicken for 10 to 15 minutes, turning once to ensure even cooking. Heat remaining sauce in a small pan, and pour over chicken when serving.

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