Hummus can be made to your own taste with a coarse or smooth texture.

Ready in 10 minutes Serves 2

Ingredients

• 1 tin chick peas, rinsed and drained
• 1 clove garlic crushed
• 2 tablespoons light tahini (optional)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• salt and pepper to taste
• a pinch of paprika

Method

Place all the ingredients in a food processor and mix until you get the consistency you require. Season with salt and pepper – more lemon juice could be added to taste.

A small amount of water may be added to achieve a dip-like consistency.

Garnish with a sprinkle of paprika and olive oil.

Variations

Lemon and coriander – add chopped fresh coriander and extra lemon.
Sun dried tomato – add chopped sun dried tomatoes after blending.
Roasted red pepper – use less olive oil if adding this.

A delicious way to eat vegetables. A tasty gluten free snack that can be enjoyed by all!

Ready in 30 minutes Serves 12

Ingredients

• 2 carrots, grated
• 1 onion finely sliced
• 1 tbsp crushed coriander seed
• 1 tbsp caraway seed (optional)
• ½ tsp chilli flakes
• 100g gram flour
• 2 tbsp rice flour
• salt and freshly ground pepper
• approx 30ml water

Method

1. Combine the vegetables and spices in a large bowl.
2. Sift in the flour, mix and season well.
3. Gradually add the water until a thick batter-like consistency is reached.
4. Heat some oil in a wok.
5. When the oil is hot add two spoonfuls of the mixture.
6. Turn over using a slotted spoon.
7. Drain on kitchen paper.
8. Keep cooking until the mixture is used up.