I was looking for something to do with the Chipotle’s in adobo sauce that has been sitting in the refrigerator for about 6 months. I’m not exactly sure what thought process that led me to consider Empanada’s. Perhaps I... Read More | Share it now!
Author: nzmick
Rice paper chicken wraps
A few weeks ago I made some Vietnamese rice paper rolls with fresh veggies, Thai style herbs, mint and coriander and poached chicken (they were fantastic by the way) and worked really well for a low calorie lunch. Tonight I’m preparing the Rice... Read More | Share it now!
Pork Schnitzel
My wife asked me the other night why deep fried food looks so good, as usual I had no answer. This time however, I refuse to “google it”! I believe the brains at google sell stupid queries to undergraduate types looking for a “waste... Read More | Share it now!
Roast Beef & Yorkshire pudding
I never cook roast beef. I think it’s because there is some inherent fear that it can only turn out two ways – over or under cooked. Today however I’m cooking it mostly because I need meat, red meat. I’m on week 4 of the 5:2... Read More | Share it now!
Chicago Style Pizza
This was my first attempt at a Chicago style Pizza. At the time, I hadn’t been to Chicago (or North America for that matter). I have now, and realise how far from the true article this pizza was. Unfortunately, living about 10,000 miles... Read More | Share it now!
Japanese Chicken curry – less than 250 calories!
I love this Japanese Chicken curry, it reminds me of the curries mum used to make when I was a kid. This one has apple in it which makes it slightly sweet, it’s not hot like Indian or Thai curries. At under 250 calories per serve, this recipe... Read More | Share it now!