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Courgette, Pak Choi and Asparagus Stir-Fry
This stir-fry is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy your fresh and seasonal vegetables. It's easy to make, packed with flavour, and full of goodness. Ingredients: 1 large courgette, sliced 1 bunch of asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces 1-2 heads of pak choi, chopped 2 cloves of garlic, minced 1-inch piece of ginger, peeled and minced 2 tbsp vegetable oil Salt and pepper to taste Soy sauce to taste Sesame seeds for garnish Instructions: Heat the oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant....
How to Cook Asparagus (5 Easy Methods)
Asparagus is a seasonal vegetable that is at its best during the British spring. Make the most of it whilst you can. This green, spear-shaped vegetable has a unique flavour and a tender texture that is perfect for a variety of dishes. If you're looking for some inspiration on how to cook asparagus, here are five easy methods to try. How To Cook Asparagus Roasted Asparagus Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan)/400°F/gas mark 6. Trim the tough ends off your asparagus spears and toss them in a little olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast in the oven for 10-15...
Wild Garlic Butter Recipe
Capturing the taste of spring with wild garlic butter is a great way to celebrate the changing of the seasons and incorporate fresh, seasonal ingredients into your cooking. Spring is a time of renewal, growth, and vibrancy, and wild garlic captures these qualities perfectly. Wild garlic has a unique and pungent flavour that is similar to garlic but with a milder and slightly sweeter taste. By making wild garlic butter, you can incorporate this delicious flavour into a variety of dishes, adding a burst of freshness and depth of flavour that is perfect for the springtime. Wild garlic butter is...
Purple Sprouting Broccoli and Spring Greens Recipe
Here's a recipe that combines both purple sprouting broccoli and spring greens:Ingredients: 1 bunch of purple sprouting broccoli 1 bunch of spring greens 2 cloves of garlic, minced 1 red chili, sliced 1 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste 1 lemon, cut into wedges Instructions: Wash the purple sprouting broccoli and spring greens and cut off any tough stems. Cut the broccoli into bite-sized pieces and shred the spring greens. In a large pan or wok, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and chili and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the...
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