Roger This time of year, we’ve got a glut of blackcurrants and this microwave jam recipe is a unbelievably quick way to turn them into a toast-topping treat you can keep for years. I used to think making jam involved hours fending off super-heated globules of spitting gloop (at least that’s what it looked like when … Read more
Gluten free oats have been a contentious issue for a long time, but a recent study has shown that pure oats are gluten free and suitable for coeliacs: http://www.celiac.com/st_prod.html?p_prodid=1472 The problem with oats is that they usually become contaminated with gluten either through wheat accidentally growing in the same field, or by being processed in … Read more
I know risotto is not as time consuming as everyone thinks but this has got to be the easiest way to cook a rice dish and a great way to use up leftover roast chicken! Serves 2 1/2 250 g Paella rice1 onion1 yellow pepper1 handful of raisins1 handful of flaked almonds1 tsp ground coriander1 tsp ground cumin500 ml stock … Read more
IF you fly regularly like me, you may like to know FlyBe has banned packed lunches on their flights. I have written to them explaining how this would affect me as a coeliac and food allergy sufferer. You may like to do the same: CustomerRelationsAdmin@flybe.com
This is a fresh and sharp tasting stir-fry, which although quite dry, is so stimulating to the taste buds you won’t mind a bit. Gluten free chicken coriander stir fry Serves 4 600g chicken breast, sliced into approx 1/2cm thick slices1 teaspoon dry-roasted coriander seeds (just pop on a hot pan for 30 seconds until … Read more
Super quick gluten free lunch or dinner, so I’ll be super quick writing it out… Gluten Free Smoked Mackerel and Sweet Potato Cake2 smoked mackerel4 medium sweet potatoes1 teaspoon gluten free thai fish sauce1 lemon, juiced1 garlic clove, peeledbig handful of fresh herbs, watercress and rocketsmall amount of rice flour First wash and cook your … Read more
Yes, it’s true. Tofu CAN be nice. Don’t believe me? Well, this gluten free tofu recipe is a major breakthrough in tofu taste sensation. Gluten Free Tofu Recipe1 packet firm tofu4 tablespoons rice flourseasoningoil for frying Take the tofu out of the packaging and drain. The first secret step is to press the tofu for … Read more
Another Food-Doctor inspired gluten free recipe, this Smoked haddock tartare won’t be to everyone’s taste as it uses raw (well smoked) fish, but I thought it was really, really good. Smoked haddock tartare You want to get yourself some mildly smoked haddock if you can – otherwise it might be a bit full on. Serves 4 200g … Read more
This is a painful gluten free recipe to share. Painful as I have closely guarded it’s secret for many years. The hours spent guessing what’s in it. The threats I’ve received when I won’t tell. But the honest truth is that I often go free-style on this recipe as I run out of one or … Read more
Here’s a hot hot hot homemade gluten free chilli sauce recipe – great for stir-fry’s or over grilled chicken or fish. Gluten Free Chilli SauceTip – make double and freeze some in ice cube trays or small pots, and you’ve got more in store.Makes about 250ml1 teaspoon dried chilli flakes1 red onion, choppedar2 garlic cloves, … Read more
