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!!!

Wednesday 9 November 2011

Grilled Lamb Chops served with Grilled tomatoes and Garlic Brussels Sprouts

A lovely evening meal, healthy and easy to prepare. The lamb flavour is enhanced by marinating it with herbs ,spices and smoky grilled flavour.






Ingredients:


Marinade for the lamb chops


6-8 lamb chops
1 tsp Worcester sauce
1 tsp soy sauce
1 tsp curry powder
1 tsp paprika powder
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp ginger/garlic paste
6-8 mint leaves, finely chopped
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp red chilli flakes
juice of half a lemon
drizzle of olive oil
Salt & Pepper for seasoning


For the grilled tomatoes:


2 large tomatoes , sliced in rings
1/2 tsp dried basil
Drizzle of olive oil
Salt & pepper for seasoning


For the Brussels sprouts:


250 g brussels sprouts
1 tbsp butter
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt & pepper for seasoning


Method:


1. Marinate the lamb and keep aside, for atleast an hour.


2. In a saucepan boil some water. Cook the brussels sprouts until tender, do not over cook. Drain the water. Put the sprouts back in the saucepan, add the butter, garlic powder and toss. Place the lid on to let it cook in the heat. Before serving season well.


3. Pre heat a oven at 180C.


4. Heat a griddle pan, when it is hot, place the lamb chops. Cook for 5 minutes on either side. Baste with any leftover marinade.


5. Place the lamb chops in an oven proof dish, cover with silver foil and cook in the oven for 15 minutes or until cooked.


6. In the same griddle pan, place the tomato slices. Sprinkle the basil and drizzle olive oil. Cook for a few minutes either side. 


7. Serve the lamb chops hot with the side of vegetables. 

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