Yellow Lentil Dhal

Dhal comes in many forms with many flavours, textures and recipes. There are no rules, only lentils. This recipe is thicker and more textural than most typical Indian recipes, which are generally thinner and soup-like. It does retain the moreishness of this well loved Indian comfort-food, and a big bowl on a cold night is … Continue reading →

Spiced Rice with Cumin-Fried Chickpeas

This Middle-Eastern inspired recipe is a staple midweek meal for us.  The cumin-fried chickpeas have an earthy warmth which when combined with sweet raisins and toasty pine nuts is healthy comfort food at its best. You might think that chickpeas and rice together is heavy, but not at all. The brown rice is nutty and … Continue reading →