Entries by The Twins

OK MZANSI

5 Fun Facts That You Need To Know About Twin Chefs, Tebo And Lebo Ndala who hail all the way from Mamelodi, Pretoria. At just 28, Tebo and Lebo are making their mark in the food industry in South Africa, having started their career early on. The duo own a brand called ‘With Love from […]

SEED BREAD TOAST WITH AVO & POACHED EGG

1 avocado 1 tsp lemon juice salt & pepper 4 slices sesame bread, toasted 2 tomatoes, sliced 1 cup rocket leaves olive oil, for drizzling 1 Tbls white wine vinegar 4 large eggs In a medium pan, bring water to a simmer, add vinegar. Stir the water to make a vacuum in the center, Slowly […]

FRIED FISH IN SEASONED BATTER

1 cup self-raising flour 1 Tbls fish spice 1 cup soda water oil, for deep-frying 4 fish fillets Combine flour and fish spice. Make a well in the center and add soda water. Stir to combine. Heat oil to 190 degrees C. in a large pan Season the fish with salt & pepper, dip into […]

HALLOUMI WITH GRILLED VEGGIES

100g green beans, topped 225g halloumi cheese, sliced length ways 1 small bunch asparagus, sliced 2 courgettes, sliced 2 Tbls olive oil 6 shallots, sliced into rings 200g cherry tomatoes, halved 1 Tbls capers 1/2 bunch oregano 1/2 bunch parsley Blanch and refresh the green beans. Season the cheese, asparagus and courgettes, toss in the […]

THAI GREEN FISH CURRY

15 ml olive oil 1 onion, thinly sliced 60 ml Thai green curry paste 410g coconut milk 500g white fish fillets, skin and bones removed 1 lime, juiced 15 ml sugar 2 cooked potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks 4 spring onions, thinly sliced handful coriander Naan bread/ Steamed Jasmine rice, to serve 1 red […]

PARMA-HAM SUMMER SALAD

300g stem broccoli 45 ml oil 1 clove garlic, crushed 1/2 red onion, sliced into rings zest of 1 lemon 1 head butter lettuce 8 slices parma-ham 1/3 cup mixed bean sprouts 250 g strawberries, halved 100 g feta, crumbled 5 radishes, thinly sliced DRESSING: 60 ml olive oil 60 ml balsamic vinegar 45 ml […]

CHICKEN PARMESAN STUFFED MUSHROOMS

4 porobello mushrooms, wiped clean 300g chicken breast, cooked and shredded 3/4 cup marinara sauce 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese 1/3 cup mozzarella cheese Pre-heat oven to 200 degrees C.Remove stems from mushroom. Place mushroom on prepared baking trays. In a small bowl, mix the chicken, marinara sauce and Parmesan cheese together. Spoon evenly into the […]

CHICKEN CEASAR SALAD

1 Ciabatta loaf, thickly cubed 3 Tbls olive oil 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast lettuce leaves Shaved Parmesan cheese boiled egg, quartered DRESSING: 1 Garlic clove 2 anchovies 2 Tbls grated Parmesan cheese 5 Tbls mayonnaise 1 Tbls white wine vinegar Toss the ciabatta with some olive oil. Toast in the oven until golden brown […]

BREAKFAST PITAS

6 pita breads olive oil 6 large eggs 3/4 cup mascarpone cheese zest of 1/2 lemon salt & pepper 3 Tbls lemon juice 3 cups baby spinach 6 thin slices of prosciutto Heat a grill over medium heat. Brush the pitas with olive oil and grill for 2-3 minutes on each side, until crisp. Cook […]

SPRING SPAGHETTI

800 g cherry tomatoes 2 Tbls olive oil 400 g spaghetti 200 g grean beans, topped 150 g chorizo/ crab sticks, sliced handful olives 150 g goats cheese 1 lemon juice & zest 4 Tbls olive oil fresh oregano, to serve Pre-heat oven to 180 degrees C. Season tomatoes with salt & pepper, drizzle with […]