Over the centuries the Olympic diet has varied greatly, but here are some tried-and-tested Olympian favourites. The Ancient Olympic diet Many meals consisted of barley porridge (as wheat was considered unhealthy and decadent), along with cheese, fresh vegetables and seasonal fruits of some kind, with figs being the most popular fruit in antiquity. Figs Charmis […]
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Finger-licking fish goujons
Cut the fish fillets across their width into thick, finger-like strips, about 2cm wide. In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour with some salt and pepper. Put the egg in a separate bowl. Add the breadcrumbs to a third bowl or on a plate. Toss the fish in the flour mixture. Dip each piece […]
Courgette, sun-dried tomato, Cheddar and onion quiche
Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured work surface and use to line a 20cm loose-bottomed tart tin. Prick the base all over with a fork and place in the freezer for 10 minutes. Preheat the oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas mark 7. Line the pastry case with baking paper and add a layer of […]
Spicy chicken taco salad bowls
Lightly spiced chicken fillets, cooked on the barbecue and then served over a tossed salad of mixed leaves, charred sweetcorn, chopped avocado and a lime dressing, scattered with fresh coriander and served in tortilla wrap bowls. Serve with a generous dollop of YR Habanero Spicy Relish. To make the tortilla bowls, preheat the oven to […]
Crispy fish sandwiches
In a bowl, combine the onion, sugar and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper and stir together. Set aside for at least 20 minutes. In a small bowl, mix together the tartare sauce, mustard and Tabasco. Set aside. Preheat the oven and cook the fish according to package instructions. Top the fish with the sliced cheese […]
The 30-day meal plan you didn’t know you needed
Tired of trying to decide what to cook for dinner? We’ve got you covered this November with our one-month dinner menu, complete with a few sweet treats along the way! Interested in receiving a monthly menu like this in your inbox? Sign up for our mailing list today! Week 1 Day 1 Monday Start the […]
Cashew korma vegetable curry
Heat the oil in a wide heavy pot over a medium heat. Add the onions, garlic, ginger and salt and cook for about five minutes, stirring regularly, until softened but not browned. Add the spices and continue cooking for two minutes, stirring regularly. When the spices are toasted and aromatic, add the cashews and tomatoes. […]
Chicken fajita salad
In a sealable bag, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, fajita spice, oregano, garlic, bay leaf and some salt and black pepper. Add the chicken and seal the bag, pushing any air out as you do so. Use your hands to work the marinade around the chicken, then place in the fridge for 3-4 hours, […]
Raspberry fool
Assemble your ingredients before you start to cook. Place the frozen raspberries in a saucepan with the sugar. Place over a medium heat and cook gently until the berries have defrosted. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes. Allow to cool a little. Press the purée through a sieve to remove the seeds, […]
Pork and apple meatballs
Preheat the oven to 220°C/200°C fan /gas mark 7. In a bowl, combine the pork mince, grated apple, garlic, sage, nutmeg and flour. Season with salt and pepper and mix to combine well. Divide the mixtre into 16 equal portions and roll into balls. Place into an ovenproof dish, drizzle with the olive oil and […]