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!!!

Tuesday 25 October 2011

Morrocan meatballs with couscous

A simple tasty dish made with basic spices. It can be prepared and reheated when ready to serve.


Ingredients:

500g lamb mince
1.5 tbsp ginger/garlic paste
1 green chilli, chopped
5-6 tbsp freshly chopped coriander
1 tsp dried red chilli flakes
Salt & pepper for seasoning

For the sauce

1 tbsp olive oil
1 400g tin chopped tomatoes
1 cinnamon stick
1 tsp cumin powder
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1 onion chopped 
2 flakes garlic, chopped
1/2 Worcester sauce
Salt & pepper for seasoning

Method:

1. Mix the lamb and all the marinade ingredients, make into small balls and shallow fry in oil. Keep aside

2. In a saucepan, heat oil. Fry the garlic and onions, until translucent. Add the chopped tomatoes.

3. Add the cinnamon , cumin, turmeric and dried thyme. Cover with a lid and let it simmer.

4. Once it starts to boil add the Worcester sauce. Add water it the sauce is too thick.

5. Add in the meatballs , stir till well coated with the sauce.Season well.

6. Place this into a pre-heated oven and cook for 20 mins.

7. Garnish with freshly chopped coriander and parsley. Serve with couscous or a side salad.

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