Salmon

Salmon

Salmon How to order: Request between 100g to 120g portion per person. I prefer the skin on (you may request that it be removed but I like to keep it on as it acts as a barrier between the fish and the pan) – Cost factor: Salmon tends to get costly if...
Risotto

Risotto

Risotto Practicing mindfulness demonstrates that some things unfold in their own time; like a Risotto. It’s the one dish that can force you to slow down. – There are 2 steps to creating the perfect Risotto; the ‘sofrito’ or flavour base is the...
Raisin, Peach and Pistachio Lamb Pulao

Raisin, Peach and Pistachio Lamb Pulao

Raisin, Peach and Pistachio Lamb Pulao This Raisin, Peach and Pistachio Lamb Pulao is a mildly flavoured rice dish and offers an interesting contrast between sweet and savoury. #NaqiyahWinter To make: Half a cup of slivered almonds 3 tbsp pistachio, roughly chopped 1...
Prawns

Prawns

Prawns How to order: Small or Queen Prawns, shell removed (including head and tail). – Cost factor: Fairly inexpensive. A 500g portion of prawns feeds a family of 6 and you’re able to use left-over rice. – Tips: Marinate Prawns Cook Prawns for 2...
Pap and chops

Pap and chops

Pap and chops In the #NaqiyahWinter Series, I unpack some of our conscious comfort-eating foods. I use the word ‘conscious’, because comfort food always has that bad rep of being associated to ’emotional-eating’. – Psychologically, warmer...
Lamb Stew with dumplings

Lamb Stew with dumplings

Lamb Stew with dumplings In this Lamb stew, chunks of deboned lamb are slowly braised with thyme, onion and vegetables. After a few hours, the meat becomes tender and coated in a rich, deeply flavoured gravy. – But why stop at tender and rich? – Adding...