Sea Bass Crudo with Jalapeño & Blood Orange
As we come towards the end of blood orange season I wanted to utilise this fresh and vibrant fruit in a simple way. Crudo seemed like a good choice. The balance of flavours and textures works well. I recommend using transparent soy sauce in the dressing if you can source it. It keeps the colours vibrant. I have also tried this recipe with tuna and it was delicious.
Seared Scallops with Black Sesame Rayu
This recipe includes a version of Taberu Rayu that I have developed. The flavour is sweet, salty, complex and not overly spicy. I have found that this oil pairs wonderfully well with scallops. They can really stand up to the robust flavour. Treat your scallops like miniature steaks when cooking – an intense heat, don’t move them around too much and aim for a charred outside and a soft, warm inside.
Migas
Migas is a wonderful dish enjoed in many different parts of Spain and Portugal, and can be prepared with either breadcrumbs or flour. It is said to have been introduced by shepherds as a way to use up whatever rations they had along with some remaining stale bread or flour while on the move. While not as well-known as paella, the dish is just as delicious and works very well when feeding a group.
Empanada de Atún (Tuna Empanada)
Tuna empanadas are delicious, with a flaky, buttery pastry and a very satisfying, savoury bite. It’s a great dish to serve for a group and is easy to make. Here’s our take on this classic dish.
Pan-fried Cod with Spinach and Chorizo & Prosecco Cream Sauce
This recipe looks good and tastes even better. Above all else, it’s very straightforward to make. Soft, high-quality chorizo from Spain works the best, and the Prosecco doesn’t have to be anything fancy.
Panko Tuna Blocks with Wasabi Lime Mayo
A very different way to cook fresh tuna, this preparation results in a light and crispy fish goujon that has a very satisfying chew. The tangy, spicy mayonnaise brings things to another level.