Pork souvlaki skewers with homemade flatbreads and tzatziki Michael Catling5 June 20250426 views This budget-friendly kebab pairs grilled pork shoulder and vibrant peppers with a simple five-ingredient flatbread and tzatziki. This is my kind of Greek sharing dish. Grilled pork and peppers, lots… Read more
Artichoke risotto with baby parsnips Michael Catling15 August 20250540 views Ugly and knobbly they may be, but artichokes and parsnips add a beautiful sweetness and viscosity to this meat-free risotto. Take your meat-free Monday to the next level with this… Read more
Iberico pork pizza with flavours of patatas bravas Michael Catling25 March 20260115 views Inspired by Spain’s most iconic tapas, this homemade pizza layers Iberico pork with a spicy, bravas-style sauce for a deeply savoury, irresistible bite. Homemade pizzas are just the best, aren’t… Read more
Healthy chicken nuggets Michael Catling11 June 20250460 views Recreate the classic school dinner of chicken nuggets using a DIY blend of herbs, spices and panko breadcrumbs for an easy midweek dinner. We all have that fussy friend who… Read more
Loaded beef tikka naan with curry fries and onion bhajis Michael Catling25 March 20260123 views Swap the bun for a garlic naan in this tikka-spiced beef burger, layered with crisp onion bhajis and served with fiery fries and raita I promise that you’ve never seen… Read more
Goan chicken risotto Michael Catling12 June 20250385 views All the flavours of an Indian curry are wrapped up in this bold, tangy and punchy Goan chicken risotto, made with coconut milk, curry paste and edamame beans. A risotto… Read more
Moroccan lamb stew Michael Catling11 June 20250984 views Slow cooked in an Instant Pot until the lamb melts in your mouth, this hearty stew borrows the flavours of a Moroccan tagine and is layered with vibrant vegetables, fragrant… Read more
Pulled lamb Turkish lahmacun Michael Catling14 June 20250398 views Inspired by Turkey’s answer to a dairy-free pizza, my three-ingredient flatbread is topped with pulled lamb and lots of colourful veggies. A pizza without cheese? I can hear the shouting… Read more
Crispy trout with potato rosti cakes and pea purée Michael Catling27 March 20260150 views Crispy trout fillets are paired with golden potato rostis and a verdant pea purée in this refined, healthy take on fish and chips. I love fish and chips as much… Read more
Mild chicken and butternut squash curry Michael Catling21 June 20250387 views Bookmark this kid-friendly curry for a speedy weeknight meal. You don’t need any spice pastes or tins of tomatoes to make this gloriously rich and creamy curry. It’s slightly hotter… Read more
Spaghetti bolognese with cheesy pork meatballs Michael Catling6 June 20250498 views Inspired by meatballs in marinara and spaghetti bolognese, this hybrid pasta dish combines a rich, slow-roasted ragu with mozzarella-stuffed pork meatballs and spaghetti. If you’re going to master any recipe,… Read more
Slow cooked peanut butter chicken curry Michael Catling22 June 20250600 views Swap the takeaway menu for the slow cooker with this satay-inspired chicken curry. Weeknight dinners don’t get much easier than this. I’m obsessed – and I mean, seriously obsessed –… Read more
Parsnip and chestnut tarte tatin Michael Catling1 November 20250419 views Encased in a quick maple and mustard glaze, this parsnip and chestnut tarte tatin is the perfect vegetarian alternative for a Christmas feast. If we can agree that Christmas is… Read more
Lamb steaks with green tahini and roasted vegetables Michael Catling6 June 20250433 views A zingy lemon and tahini sauce takes your regular steak and chips to new heights in this date night platter for two. This is date night, done right. A huge… Read more
Saffron seafood risotto Michael Catling13 June 20250546 views There’s a time and place for a bit of luxury – and this seafood medley risotto is one of those dishes I like to roll out on special occasions. There’s… Read more
Easy chicken korma Michael Catling9 June 20250465 views Ready in under 30 minutes, this chicken korma is the perfect curry for kids and fussy eaters as it’s super creamy and not too spicy. This healthy korma is a… Read more
Lamb biryani Michael Catling5 June 20250400 views Can’t handle the heat of a traditional curry? Try my mouthwatering take on a classic biryani, which is layered with caramelised onions, saffron rice, and melt-in-the-mouth lamb. I’m not usually… Read more
Seafood Singapore noodles Michael Catling5 June 20250457 views On the table in 30 minutes, this speedy stir-fry is the ultimate fridge-raider dish for the family. Singapore noodles are my mum’s favourite, so naturally it took a while to… Read more
Chinese-style turkey in hoisin sauce Michael Catling3 June 20250568 views Inspired by my love of duck pancakes, leftover turkey gets a second chance in this bold and sweet hoisin gravy, which takes just 15 minutes to whip up. The next… Read more
Whole pumpkin stuffed with mixed grains and chestnuts Michael Catling1 September 20250518 views For a stunning meat-free roast, try this whole-roasted pumpkin with a Middle-Eastern inspired stuffing. Pumpkins aren’t just for Halloween. There are multiple varieties available during the autumn months and so… Read more
Tandoori duck tacos with kachumber salad Michael Catling5 June 20250389 views A bold fusion of flavours, these tandoori duck tacos combine Indian spices, Mexican-style serving and a nod to Chinese duck pancakes. Although this is a totally made-up dish, I think… Read more
Chicken leg traybake Michael Catling17 June 20250426 views Dinner today, lunch tomorrow – this all-in-one roast dinner will supercharge your veggies like never before. One of the great parts of preparing a thrifty chicken traybake like this is… Read more
Thai satay chicken kebabs Michael Catling24 June 20250553 views Prepare to fall hard for these spicy chicken skewers, which are grilled to perfection before being dipped in a zingy satay sauce. Peanut butter lovers will be in their element.… Read more
Turkey, chorizo and chestnut burgers Michael Catling10 June 20250392 views All the flavours of Christmas packed into a protein-rich burger, flavoured with cranberry sauce and sage. Fed up of making boring beef burgers? My Christmas-inspired turkey burger is the perfect… Read more
Chicken, chorizo and prawn paella Michael Catling5 June 202501.1K views Tender chicken thighs, spicy chorizo and succulent king prawns come together in this saffron-infused paella that is studded with peppers, peas and cherry tomatoes. A paella is such a wondrous… Read more
Pork meatballs and cherry tomato orzotto Michael Catling4 June 20250598 views Substitute orzo for rice and embrace the flavours of Italy with this lighter twist on a risotto. When I first cooked orzotto, I mistook the name for the type of… Read more
Vegetable satay curry Michael Catling26 March 20260107 views Packed with all of your 5-a-day, this Thai vegetable curry is loaded with butternut squash, peppers and greens, and coated in a creamy satay sauce. Peanut butter on a wholemeal… Read more
Easy prawn tikka masala with carrot and mint raita Michael Catling5 June 20250611 views My healthy take on the UK’s best-loved curry combines yoghurt, sweet cherry tomatoes and beautifully plump king prawns. The raita is the perfect partner for your onion bhajis and poppadoms.… Read more
Parsnip, carrot and onion bhaji burgers Michael Catling30 May 20250402 views Sweet carrots and parsnips make a winning combination in my healthy spin on an onion bhaji. Serve with spicy fries in a brioche bun and they’ll beat any veggie burger… Read more
Chinese tempeh in black pepper sauce Michael Catling18 June 20250526 views Dinner for two in under 30 minutes, this fuss-free stir-fry heroes black peppercorns and peps up a pack of tempeh with a sweet and sticky sauce. Let’s be honest, some… Read more