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Gochujang Sauce

This is a versatile sauce that you can use as a marinade on chicken, beef or tofu, or pour over bibimbup. Ingredients 2 tbsp gochujang (hot pepper paste) 1 tbsp sesame oil 1 tbsp caster sugar 2 tbsp w... Read More

Bibimbap

“Rice mixed with meat, vegetables, egg, and chilli pepper sauce” More traditional and authentic versions of bibimbap are served with raw beef and raw egg yolk along with other vegetables ... Read More

Freezing Leftovers

I am a huge believer in freezing left overs, so many times I used to throw out mouldy food from the fridge having put it there thinking we would eat it in the next couple of days. Having a daughter wi... Read More

Salsa Cruda

These are one of those accompaniments that vary from country to country, and kitchen to kitchen, basic idea is a refreshing salad that has tomatoes, onion, something sour and with or without chillies&... Read More

Sajta de Pollo

This is a festive Bolivian chicken dish. You may have trouble sourcing aji peppers, I use jalapenos fresh from my garden instead. Depending on how hot you want the dish, remove none, some or all the s... Read More

Potato Gnocchi

Nothing like fresh pasta! Gnocchi doesn’t need any fancy machines or tools. A simple tomato and basil sauce will keep it the hero. Make  the pasta and sauce today, put the uncooked pasta in a... Read More

Macaroni Bites

You can play with this recipe and add what vegetables you want. I make double quantities for freezing and adding to lunch boxes as needed, or pulling out for unexpected guests. Ingredients 1 cup maca... Read More