Sea scallop/12 recipes

Black rice, also known as forbidden rice, derives its name from when it was first cultivated for the sole consumption by the emperor in China. It is still cultivated in small quantities, and is not as popular as brown or white rice. However, studies have shown that the bran hull of black rice contains significantly more vitamin E than that of brown rice and more anthocyanin antioxidants than blueberries! It has a rich, nutty flavor and pairs beautifully in sweet dishes, such as this one where it is combined with coconut.

Dry your beans well before cooking. To get the traditional ‘blistered’ look of the beans you will need to shallow-fry them for 5-6 minutes and stir constantly to avoid burning.

Naturally very low in fat, prawns also contain beneficial omega-3 fatty acids and are a good source of protein. The spices used in the curry are powerful anti-virals, anti-bacterials and anti-inflammatories.

This focaccia turns out crusty outside and fluffy inside. Eating it plain is absolutely tasty and it can be made into a delicious sandwich!

Get another taste of the turkey with this hearty soup made with leftovers from that amazing Thanksgiving dinner.

Aubergine or Eggplant dip Serve with warm Pita or Lebanese bread

A vegetarian take on sushi – a one bowl meal, which can be made in advance, keeps well in the fridge and makes for a great lunchbox. If you are going to make it ahead, store the dressing separately until you are ready to serve.

Seafood Crepes recipe

We served this lemonade at our Housewarming party – the perfect mix of sweet and tart – it was a hit!

Hot Black Bean and Corn Salad