Posts Tagged “pork”

A Tomahawk from Côte

A Tomahawk from Côte

A substantial dinner. We all need a change from our regular meat choices from time to time, and Côte Brasserie gives us the chance to enjoy something that might be unfamiliar but is definitely memorable. It’s Tomahawk pork chops. But what exactly is this magnificent cut of meat? A tomahawk pork chop is a thick…

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Christmas Jerk Ham – recipe

Christmas Jerk Ham – recipe

Here’s something that is both traditional and exotic – ham, but vibrant, spicy and memorable, and sure to become a family favourite.   Ingredients: 3kg smoked gammon joint 4 cloves of garlic – crushed 3 Scotch Bonnet chillies (very hot, so try just one if you don’t like heat) 1 large onion – chopped 4…

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Lee Kum Kee and Smokin’ Lotus Noodles and Pork

Lee Kum Kee and Smokin’ Lotus Noodles and Pork

Lee Kum Kee is collaborating with Rosie Chik of Smokin’ Lotus, a street food company, that has a regular slot at Kerb in London (King’s Cross and West India Quay) – she has created some recipes ideal for al fresco eating and barbecues. Here are two of them with more to follow. Rosie was born…

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Blas at Twr y Felin Hotel, Pembrokeshire – restaurant review

Blas at Twr y Felin Hotel, Pembrokeshire – restaurant review

This striking and high-end hotel seems contemporary but it has a long history which is camouflaged by its light, modern and immaculate presentation. But part of this building has been around for more than a couple of hundred years. Originally known as Felin Wynt, Welsh for windmill, the still-remaining and iconic tower was built in…

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Rafute – Okinawan braised pork belly – recipe

Rafute – Okinawan braised pork belly – recipe

This is one of my favourite ways of eating pork. Rafute is flavourful, tender and moreish. It’s a dish popular in Okinawa in the far (very far) south-west of Japan. It’s traditionally made with two local staples – Awamori, which is Okinawa’s celebrated spirit, and the island’s brown sugar, which is often made into candy….

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Tangy Grilled Pork Chops with Pears and Blue Cheese

Tangy Grilled Pork Chops with Pears and Blue Cheese

From Whole Foods Market   Serves 2 We’re proud of the hard work we’ve done to continually raise our standards for raising farm animals. For example, while federal regulations prohibit the use of hormones in raising pigs, we also have these standards: no antibiotics ever, vegetarian diet, raised on family farms and not restrained in…

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Spaghetti alla Carbonara

Spaghetti alla Carbonara

From BBC Food   Try Rick Stein’s recipe for a classic, creamy carbonara. Ingredients 400g/14oz dried spaghetti 175g/6¼oz piece smoked pancetta, rind removed 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped handful flatleaf parsley leaves, finely chopped 3 large free-range eggs, beaten 50g pecorino sardo maturo – mature, Sardinian pecorino grated salt…

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Quiche Lorraine

Quiche Lorraine

From BBC Food   Recipes for quiche don’t have to be daunting – just take the time to make homemade pastry for a crispy slice of nostalgia.   Ingredients For the pastry 60g/2oz butter, cut into small pieces 60g/2oz lard, cut into small pieces 200g/7oz self-raising flour pinch salt 2-3 tbsp ice-cold water   For…

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Mexican-style pork with chilli, kidney beans and tomatoes

Mexican-style pork with chilli, kidney beans and tomatoes

From Sainsbury’s Serves: 4 Preparation time: 10 Minutes Cooking time: 30 Minutes   Ingredients 2 tablespoons organic sunflower oil 1 organic onion, chopped 3 cloves organic garlic, crushed 1 organic green pepper, chopped 450g organic minced pork 1 organic red chilli, deseeded and chopped 1 tablespoon organic tomato puree 240g can organic chopped tomatoes 250ml…

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Irish Cheddar Potato Bites

Irish Cheddar Potato Bites

From Whole Foods Market   Serves 8 This occasion-worthy side dish serves as an appetizer for parties, too. If you’re serving a spiral-sliced ham as the main course, remove a little bit from it ahead of time for this recipe, or feel free to use beef brisket or broccoli in place of the ham. Ingredients…

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Hearty Lentil and Sausage Soup

Hearty Lentil and Sausage Soup

From Whole Foods Market   Serves 6 This robust one-pot dinner packs in lentils, sausage and plenty of vegetables, including mushrooms, spinach, onions and garlic. A loaf of crusty bread is the only accompaniment you need for a complete meal.   Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup chopped carrots 1/2 cup chopped…

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Clementine and Ginger Gammon

Clementine and Ginger Gammon

From Sainsbury’s   Roasted gammon with a zesty glaze, a delicious twist on a traditional Christmas dish   Preparation time: 10 Minutes Cooking time: see pack for details Minutes Ingredients 8 Taste the Difference clementines 6 pieces finely sliced stem ginger 4 teaspoons mustard seeds 1 gammon (approx 3 kg)   Method Zest the Taste…

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Barbecue Ribs

Barbecue Ribs

From BBC Food   A few secret ingredients in the homemade barbecue sauce make these tender and juicy spare ribs finger lickin’ good.   Ingredients 12 pork spare ribs   For the sauce 2 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 50g/2oz light muscovado…

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Bacon, Cranberry and Mushroom Rice Stuffing

Bacon, Cranberry and Mushroom Rice Stuffing

From Whole Foods Market   Serves 8 This delicious alternative to bread-based stuffing is made with an aromatic rice medley and is flavored with bacon, mushrooms and colorful tart cranberries balanced by a sweet touch of maple syrup.   Ingredients 4 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth 1 (16-ounce) bag Organic Rice Medley 6 slices Bacon, chopped…

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Brooklands Hotel for dinner – restaurant review

Brooklands Hotel for dinner – restaurant review

Brooklands is rather unique. It straddles contemporary design and the historic connections that its very name evokes. One might not be familiar with Brooklands Hotel but almost everybody will have heard of the Brooklands Racing Circuit. The restaurant is called 1907 and that doesn’t refer to seven minutes past seven in the evening. It’s the…

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Mini-Meatball Noodle Soup

Mini-Meatball Noodle Soup

From Whole Foods Market   Serves 4 Bratwurst is the shortcut to meatballs in this flavourful, Asian-inspired soup. Everyone will love the meatballs and noodles in broth with tangy, crunchy veggies that make it a one-bowl meal.   Ingredients 1 pound fresh chicken or pork bratwurst sausage 1/4 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs 1 tablespoon expeller-pressed…

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Crunchy Chicken (or Pork) with Yutaka Panko Breadcrumbs

Crunchy Chicken (or Pork) with Yutaka Panko Breadcrumbs

by Chrissie Walker   It seems like anything fried in breadcrumbs is a winner with the whole family. The trick is to present moist meat with plenty of flavour and crunch. Yutaka Panko breadcrumbs certainly help with texture – sealing in those delicious juices and seasonings. Here is a spicy coating to enhance the natural…

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