Paella is Spanish for ‘pan’, and is named as such after the large shallow round pan created specifically for cooking this dish. Chefs in Western and European countries have adapted the meal to suit their local tastes although most reinventions still feature the base ingredients of paella: saffron, olive oil and meat or seafood.
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Lentil Cottage Pie
For a winter warming feast, this pie is full of wholesome vegetables. The sundried tomato pesto gives it a subtle flavour and the lentils enhance its chunky texture. The soft mashed potato really tops of this dish – we guarantee non-vegetarians will even love this meal.
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Chicken Enchiladas with Beans
When it comes to popular Mexican dishes, chicken enchiladas are easily one of the favourites, especially in Australia. It’s hard not to love the combination of crispy corn tortillas, chunky chicken breast, spicy beans and roasted cherry tomatoes.
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Chicken, Avocado and Mushroom Pasta
When it comes to winning combinations, you can barely go wrong with chicken, avocado and mushroom. The trio make a fantastic meal whether they are used in sandwiches, salads or pastas. This delicious dish transforms three common ingredients into an easy pasta masterpiece.
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Roast Vegetable Pasta Bake
You can use any combination of vegetables in this creamy pasta dish depending on what is in season and what you like. If you don’t own a food processor, you can finely chop the anchovies, prosciutto, garlic and basil and combine with the cream for a more textured sauce.
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Cataplana of Seafood
A cataplana is a Portuguese seafood dish. It is traditionally made of copper and shaped like two clamshells. A good substitute for a cataplana is a deep frying pan or saucepan with a tight-fitting lid. This helps to capture the aromas of the seafood.
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Portuguese Seafood Rice (Arroz de Marisco)
This soup/stew style dish is incredibly popular in Portugal. Choose your favourite kind of seafood to tailor it exactly to your liking.
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Vegetarian Chickpea Stew (Tajine De Pois Chiche)
Full of hearty chickpeas and spicy seasonings, this tasty tagine is a good winter warmer served with soft couscous, crusty bread or boiled rice.
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Gravlax
Gravlax is salt-cured salmon that is a popular Scandinavian dish. This recipe uses vodka for a more traditional taste. Serve gravlax with thin slices of rye bread and a mixed leaf salad.
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