Dietary: Vegetarian

We’ve created a vibrant vegetable tart packed full of spring goodness, including radishes, asparagus and garden peas. With a generous helping of ricotta cheese to coat the base of the tart, you are met with a deliciously creamy flavour as you take your first bite.

This recipe is special as it represents the changing of seasons from the dark, cold Winter months to the bright, colourful Spring. It truly does encapsulate the springtime cooking with all it’s good, green and glory! Not to forget how quick and easy this dish is to prepare and enjoy amongst friend’s and family across a (hopefully) sunny weekend.

  1. Preheat the oven to 180C.
  2. Gently roll the puff pastry sheet onto a baking paper lined with paper. Use a sharp knife to carefully score a 1cm boarder all the way around the edges of the pastry, cutting most of the way through but not all the way. The brush the edges with the beaten egg and place into the preheated oven for 10 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.
  3. Remove the pastry from the oven and gently press down the puffed-up pastry in the centre so you are left with just the boarder raised. Set aside to cool slightly.
  4. In a bowl mix together the ricotta, lemon zest, chopped dill and parsley. Then season well with Maldon Salt and cracked black pepper. Set aside.
  5. Put a pan of water on to boil. Once simmering, add the asparagus spears, broad beans, and peas. Blanch them for 2 minutes until just cooked and then remove from the pan with a slotted spoon and immediately place into a bowl of iced water – this will help the vegetables retain their green colour and some of the crunch. Once cold again, drain and set aside.
  6. Add the julienned spring onion strips into another small bowl with iced water and submerge. This cold water will encourage the spring onion to coil up and create pretty curls.
  7. To assemble the tart, spoon the ricotta mix onto the base of the pastry and spread evenly to the edges of the middle, leaving the boarders. Next arrange the asparagus spears, broad beans, and peas across the top. Finally top with the radishes, spring onion curls and pea shoots.
  8. Drizzle over a little good quality olive oil and a final sprinkle of Maldon Salt and some cracked black pepper.

Who say’s you can’t have breakfast for dinner? The talented Jesse Jenkins, (Another Day in Paradise) created a delicious French omelette using simple ingredients and techniques, made better by a pinch of Maldon Salt.

A French omelette is served with light fillings and folded tightly with a fluffy soft interior. On the other hand, an American omelette is much thicker and crispier in texture, served with often heavier fillings.

  1. One of the only dishes Jesse’s uses a non-stick pan for. If you have the skills, of course, can do it with a carbon steel or cast iron but it’s trickier to get a soft exterior – the pan needs to be well seasoned and pretty much only used to make eggs.
  2. Add butter to a non-stick pan on medium heat. Pour in the egg mixture and whisk constantly.  When it looks like wet scrambled eggs – stop whisking and give it all a nudge into the top of the pan. Fold it from the bottom, then the sides, and finally give the handle a few light taps – when you see the edge of the omelette come over the lip of the pan, fold it over doing your best to make an almond shape. 
  3. Flip the omelette out onto a plate bottom side up. Garnish with some extra herbs and a little pinch Maldon Salt. Jesse loves serving his with a simple salad (and usually has a dollop of mayo next to it).
  4. A final note is that you shouldn’t really use a metal fork with non-stick pans as Jesse does here – Jesse learned it from a few chefs who did it this way. Ideally, you scramble the eggs while trying to keep the fork from hitting the pan. A plastic fork works too.

Looking for an oh-so-sippable drink for summer? One that’s sure to satisfy your sweet (and salty!) tooth? Try this Salted Caramel Iced Coffee! Deliciously refreshing and so much better than shop-bought options, this easy Salted Caramel coffee is a must-make!

We’ve teamed up with the lovely roasters at Two Chimps Coffee, a carbon neutral coffee roastery in Rutland, to create this dazzling iced coffee recipe. Combining hand-harvested Maldon Salt with fresh arabica coffee, we know you’ll be whipping up this caramelly coffee all summer long!  

For the Salted Caramel Sauce:

  1. Tip the sugar into a heavy-based pan and add 2 tbsp of water. Place the pan over a medium heat and heat until the sugar has dissolved and doesn’t feel grainy on the bottom of the pan.
  2. Increase the heat and bubble for 4-5 minutes or until it turns golden amber and syrupy. Don’t stir – swirl the pan gently instead.
  3. Remove from the heat and stir in the cream, butter and Maldon Salt. Careful – it’ll be hot and will bubble when you add the cream!
  4. Leave the sauce to cool.

For the Coffee:

  1. Drizzle about 2 tbsp of the salted caramel and add the espresso or strong coffee. Stir to combine.
  2. Add the ice.
  3. Pour in your milk of choice.
  4. Swirl cream on the top and add extra caramel sauce and a sprinkle of Maldon Salt
  5. Stir, sip and smile!

It’s World Cocktail Day on the 13th May, 2023! We’re celebrating by teaming up with our good friends at Feragaia in creating a delicious Blackcurrant Lemon Sour.

Did you know that the Pantone colour of the year is #vivamagenta? We wanted to replicate this colour within our cocktail to promote empowerment and strength.

  1. Mix everything in a shaker without ice and shake well.
  2. Then add ice and shake again, for 30 seconds until it is nicely cold on the outside.
  3. Strain into a coupe glass and garnish with a lemon twist.
  4. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Tiffin is a cake-like treat comprising of crushed biscuits, (which are usually digestive biscuits), syrup, cherries and cocoa powder, which were believed to have been invented in Scotland in the early 1900s, Unlike cookies, these do not require baking, so instead are made through being chilled until setting completely!

Our tiffin recipe is made with the addition of chopped pistachios and cranberries to give a gentle sweetness and nutty flavour to the dish. For best results, make sure to chill these in the fridge for a minimum of 2 hours for stability and texture!

  1. Grease and line a 20cm square tin with baking paper.
  2. Crush the digestive biscuits in a bowl, but still leaving some slightly larger pieces to add texture.
  3. To a pan, add the butter, golden syrup, sugar and cocoa powder and heat gently to melt everything together.
  4. Once it is all melted, remove from the heat and add the digestive biscuits, dried cranberries and chopped pistachios. Mix them in until everything is well combined.
  5. Tip the mixture into the prepared tin and press down firmly to make a smooth top. Place into the fridge for 15 minutes.
  6. Melt the milk chocolate in a bain-marie or microwave. Pour the melted chocolate over the tiffin base and smooth it into an even layer.
  7. Place into the fridge for at least 2 hours to set fully.
  8. Bring the tiffin out the fridge to allow to come to room temperature before slicing to avoid the chocolate cracking with the knife – or try a warmed-up knife. Slice and serve with a sprinkle of Maldon Salt.

The nostalgic knickerbocker glory is believed to have first made it’s appearance in London within the early 1920s. The name ‘knickerbocker’ comes from the surname of Dutch settlers in New York, which became a nickname for European-Americans and their distinctive rolled up trousers.

The classic dessert is known for it’s gloriously thick layers of cream, fruit and meringue / cake pieces in a large conical glass. Served with a long spoon, it’s a recipe that has been loved and treasured for many years!

We created this sweet dish to replicate the the Coronation of The King and The Queen Consort, with vivid colours of red, white and blue. We do this through adding delicious pieces of red velvet cake which are mixed with thick cream cheese and topped with fresh fruits of raspberries and blueberries.

  1. To make the cream cheese yoghurt firstly beat together the soften butter in a stand mixer until smooth.
  2. Then in batches add the icing sugar and beat in until light and fluffy.
  3. Carefully fold in the cream cheese, Greek yoghurt, and a pinch of Maldon Salt until smooth.
  4. To assemble the sundae, you want to layer up the red velvet cake pieces, raspberries, blueberries and cream cheese mixture into a tall sundae glass. Keep adding layers as you fill the glass so you can see the alternatively red, blue, and white colours.
  5. When you have reached the top, finish the sundae with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a drizzle of strawberry syrup and some final raspberries and blueberries.
  6. Serve immediately

This salad really does showcase the flavours of spring! We build the base with deliciously crunchy baby chicory leaves, a handful of celery, fennel and thin slices of apple for a gentle hint of sweetness.

To make the dressing, we use Greek yogurt, lemon juice mint and olive oil which is then blitzed together until a strikingly vibrant green colour emerges.

Although you could leave it here, we want to add texture to this dish! Sprinkle a few candied walnuts from the use of the runny honey, and then torn burrata for a decadent, creaminess finish as your tear into the salad.

  1. Preheat the oven to 180C.
  2. Start by making the candied walnuts. Line a baking tray with paper and then add the walnuts. Drizzle over the runny honey and toss the walnuts so they are well coated. Sprinkle with a pinch of Maldon Salt and then place into the oven for 5 minutes until golden and sticky.
  3. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
  4. Next make the dressing. Add the yoghurt, lemon juice, mint and olive oil to a high-powered blender and blitz until it forms a lovely vibrant green dressing. Taste it and then season with Maldon Salt and some cracked black pepper.
  5. Set aside.
  6. Now you can assemble the salad. On a large platter arrange the chicory leaves, shaved fennel, celery, and apple matchsticks. Drizzle over the green yoghurt dressing. Then carefully tear over the burrata and top with the candied walnuts.
  7. Finally add the reserved fennel fronds and serve.

It’s family meal night tonight within our collaboration series with Jesse Jenkins, A.D.I.P!

A Big ‘Green’ Mac & Cheese is a classic meal that Jesse’s wife and he often enjoy with their kids. A good pinch of Maldon Salt in the breadcrumb topping takes it to another level – and it’s easy to scrape aside for the kid’s portions if you have very little ones.

  1. Cook the pasta for about a minute less than the packet instructions. Jesse then rinses it so it stops cooking, lightly coat it in olive oil and set aside.
  2. For the topping – mix the breadcrumbs, grated cheese, olive oil, and a pinch or two of Maldon Salt.
  3. Blend the greens in a food processor or blender with the ice. The frozen peas and ice cubes add moisture while keeping the mixture cool as it blends. You want the greens to stay as vibrant as possible. If you want a very smooth texture for the greens (sometimes easiest with kids) just add a little water as you blend.
  4. Make a roux by cooking the butter and flour on a medium heat, stirring as you go. When it’s golden brown and the flour is fully mixed through add half the milk and whisk into the roux. When it becomes thick add the remaining milk and cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted then add the greens and cooked pasta.
  5. Transfer to a baking tray or keep in the pan if it’s oven-safe.
  6. Sprinkle all over with the bread crumb mix – bake at 225 for 10-15 minutes.
  7. Serve immediately.

We are delighted to announce the second recipe to our collaboration with Jesse Jenkins, A.D.I.P, is the delectable bibimbap.

Bibimbap is a Korean rice dish. The term bibim means “mixing” and bap is cooked rice. It’s one of Jesse’s favourites and a great way to make a meal for one using up the vegetable odds and ends you have to hand.

The simple combination of a pinch of Maldon Salt and sesame oil is delicious…A little Maldon goes a long way – there are 300 pinches in one 250g box!

  1. Thinly slice cucumbers before seasoning with a pinch of Maldon Salt, sugar, and vinegar.
  2. Set aside and drain before serving.
  3. Roughly cut your vegetables into similar sizes before sautéing in a splash of oil on medium heat. Cook until just tender, around 3-5 minutes. Season with a pinch of Maldon Salt and sesame oil. You can sauté all the veggies together but Jesse prefers to keep them separate until serving as mixing them in the bowl before you eat is very enjoyable!
  4. Put the vegetables, quick pickles, fried egg, sesame oil and spicy sauce over your rice and mix.
  5. Serve immediately – delicious!

Looking for a spicy, flavoursome side dish to jazz-up your dinner this week? Try our lip-smackingly good Bang-Bang Cauliflower! It’s quick, easy and packs a punch of flavour from the spices of smoked paprika and cayenne pepper. We also sweeten the dish through the use of runny honey and lime juice to give a zesty kick.

Why is it called ‘Bang-Bang’? It is actually derived from the Chinese cuisine and manner in which meat would be tenderized from using a stick or a hammer, creating a ‘banging’-like motion when hitting against the protein.

Make sure to add a generous sprinkle of Maldon Salt, as the salt will make sure the cauliflower retains its flavour and texture whilst roasting – avoiding a soggy cauli!

  1. Heat the oven to 180C.
  2. Line a large baking tray with paper.
  3. In a large bowl mix together the flour, spices, Smoked Maldon Salt and cracked black pepper. Slowly whisk in the milk until you have a smooth batter.
  4. Add the panko to a shallow bowl. First dip the cauliflower florets in the batter and then coat them in the panko, making sure each piece is well coated, before arranging on the baking tray.
  5. Roast them in the oven for 25 – 30 mins, turning them halfway, until they are crispy and golden.
  6. While they are cooking, add all the ingredients for the sauce in a small pan and gently heat so it is just warm and melted.
  7. When the cauliflower is cooked remove from the oven and then toss in the sticky sauce and sprinkle with sesame seeds, spring onions and serve with lime wedges.