Last year, on Christmas Day, we had the most delicious goose I have ever tasted — with crispy skin and dark, tender flesh you could carve with a knife and fork. This year I can’t resist a repeat run… Continue reading
Category: Pescetarian
Speedy smoked mackerel paté in gluten free courgette cups
That nibbly time of year is approaching when I find myself missing those little dainty ‘croustades’ that I used to buy and fill with delicious concoctions in the days before I was gluten free. I’ve been wracking my brains for an alternative and realised I could make little containers with slices of courgette. Continue reading
Whole Sea Bream with Rocket, Rosemary and Garlic Pesto
I needed an uber-simple but ultra-healthy supper last night. Hubby was going to yoga (very impressive) and I was very tired. Fish and broccoli was the plan, but how to make it delicious as well as speedy? Here’s what I did: Continue reading
Salmon tikka with lentil dhal
Although, at first sight, this recipe looks a little more elaborate than most of my recipes, learning to cook a good dhal is an important skill for a low carb cook. Great comfort food. Once you’ve cooked it the first time you’ll have another great staple in your repertoire. Continue reading
Smoked mackerel and avocado salad
Another delicious ways to eat the good fats you and your brain need: Continue reading
Grilled mackerel with lime pickle cauliflower & courgette
We all know we need to eat more oily fish but finding interesting recipes that pair well with the strong flavours can be difficult. Mackerel pairs well with all sorts of sharp flavours – bramley apple sauce, horseradish, gooseberry compote to name a few – but it’s particularly delicious paired with spicy lime pickle in this simple recipe. Try it. Continue reading
