Grilled Lamb Kofta Patties with Charred Peppers
Juicy flat kofta patties made with ground lamb, onion, parsley and warm spices, grilled until charred and served with blistered long green peppers.
Spanish Paella
A saffron-infused rice dish loaded with seafood.
Pad Thai
Classic Thai stir-fried noodles with a sweet-savory sauce.
Crispy Spring Rolls
A Vietnamese classic, perfect as a starter.
Kimchi Fried Rice with Fried Eggs
Day-old rice fried with chopped kimchi, gochujang and a splash of kimchi juice, topped with crispy-edged fried eggs, scallions and sesame seeds.
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio with Cherry Tomatoes
Garlic and olive oil spaghetti with cherry tomatoes cooked down until they burst into a quick, glossy sauce. Ready in 25 minutes.
Shoyu Ramen with Crispy Pork Belly
Savory soy broth, springy noodles, crispy pork belly, shiitake and jammy eggs. A proper ramen night at home.
Andalusian Gazpacho
Silky chilled tomato soup blended with cucumber, green pepper, garlic, sherry vinegar and good olive oil, served with a fan of cucumber and fresh basil.
Cast-Iron Pork Chops with Dill Onions and Tomato Salad
Smoky, paprika-rubbed boneless pork chops seared hard in a cast-iron skillet and finished with butter, served with quick dill-pickled onion rings, a fresh tomato-cucumber salad and a garlicky tomato dipping sauce.
Classic Lemon Bars
A buttery shortbread crust under a bright, tangy lemon layer, dusted with powdered sugar. Easy enough for a first-apartment kitchen.
