Because I’m a recovering perfectionist who over analyzes literally everything, I know that I’m prone to share the recipes that I’m most proud of here on the blog. There’s nothing wrong with that in itself. Except, you know, the fact that it takes an awful lot of mental maneuvering on my part to classify something […]
Spicy Orange Shrimp Tacos with Fennel Slaw & Avocado Cream
Shrimp, tortillas, fennel and avocado… I grew up eating precisely none of these things. It’s amazing how one dish can be a visual marker of change; of evolving tastes and aversions overcome. My overriding memory of prawns was the 80s culinary blast from the past that would not be destroyed… the prawn cocktail. Swimming in […]
Loaded Burrito Bowls with Cilantro Sweet Potato Rice, Green Onion Guacamole & Yogurt Sauce
Ninety eight percent of food tastes better in a bowl. It’s practically a scientific fact. If, you know, you like to make up scientific facts on the fly. No offense to cauliflower rice, but I’ve been obsessed with white sweet potato rice this year. (Actually, I take that back. I totally mean offense to cauliflower […]
Eggless Coconut Shrimp with Pineapple Ginger Dipping Sauce
Why, yes, I did just say that I made you gluten free Eggless Coconut Shrimp! And they’re just as crispy-crunchy-addictive as they should be. I’m not usually one for recipes that use specialty flours or fiddly bits, but there are a few dishes where I’m happy to make an exception, because these golden-hued bites of […]
Beef Soft Tacos with Garlic Slaw
Because I’m apparently obsessed with comfort food lately, I made you Beef Soft Tacos. But I also sabotaged them so that you have to eat ’em with people you love, because these are Beef Soft Tacos with a punchy Garlic Slaw. While I do love me a lettuce cup, sometimes a girl just needs a […]
Spiced Shepherd’s Pie with Coconut Lime Sweet Potato Topping
Swirl and swoop that sweet potato! It’s not quite The Bend And Snap, but honestly, this Spiced Shepherd’s Pie with it’s show off coconut, lime and ginger scented sweet potato topping will bring plenty of interested parties to your kitchen or table, stat. I’ve always loved the savory and spice-heavy when it comes to flavor, […]