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Fusion Recipe: Mango, Avocado, and Chaat Masala Salad

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  This vibrant Mango, Avocado, and Chaat Masala Salad is the perfect refreshing side dish for a hot, summery New Zealand Christmas , offering a zesty Indian street-food twist. It combines the creamy texture of ripe New Zealand avocado with the sweetness of juicy mango, all dressed in a light lime vinaigrette and a generous dusting of chaat masala . The result is a tantalising mix of sweet, tangy, and savoury flavours that cuts beautifully through rich festive mains, providing a light, bright, and utterly addictive salad. Mango, Avocado, and Chaat Masala Salad Ingredients Category Ingredient Quantity Notes Salad Base Ripe Mangoes 2 large Diced into 1 cm cubes Ripe Avocados 2 large Diced into 1 cm cubes Red Onion 1/4 cup Very finely diced Fresh Coriander ( Cilantro ) 1/4 cup Roughly chopped Dressing & Seasoning Fresh Lime Juice 2 tablespoons Or to taste Olive Oil 1 tablespoon Chaat Masala Powder 1-2 teaspoons Essential ingredient, adjust to taste Coarse Sea Salt 1/2 teaspoon Or...

Recipe: Special Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes

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Special Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes   The ultimate Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes are a weekend favourite, delivering a heavenly combination of light, airy texture and a subtly tangy flavour. The buttermilk works its magic with the leavening agents, creating an exceptional loft and tender crumb that simply melts in your mouth. 1 Served warm with a generous drizzle of real maple syrup and a melting pat of butter, they offer a comforting, classic sweetness that is perfectly balanced by the slight tanginess from the buttermilk. Every bite is soft, pillowy, and utterly satisfying, making them the perfect centrepiece for a leisurely breakfast or brunch. Ingredients Dry Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 3 2 teaspoons baking powder 4 1 teaspoon baking soda 5 1/2 teaspoon salt 6 Wet Ingredients: 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 7 2 cups buttermilk (room temperature is best) 8 1/2 cup sour cream (or plain full-fat yogurt) 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melte...

Recipe: Greek Spanakopita

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  This savoury pie, Greek Spanakopita , is a classic Mediterranean comfort food . It features a rich, herby filling of spinach and crumbled feta cheese, bound together with eggs and a hint of fresh dill and nutmeg. 1 This flavourful mixture is then lovingly encased in layers of flaky, golden-brown phyllo pastry , each sheet delicately brushed with olive oil or melted butter. 2 The result is a stunning contrast: a crispy, shattering exterior yielding to a creamy, savoury, and aromatic interior. It’s perfect as a main course, a side dish, or an appetiser at any gathering.   Ingredients For the Filling: 2 pounds (approx. ) fresh spinach , or 2 (10 oz) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 1 medium yellow onion , finely chopped 3-4 spring onions ( scallions ), green and white parts sliced 4 1 (7-8 oz) block feta cheese , crumbled 5 2 large eggs , lightly beaten 6 cup chopped fresh dill cup chopped fresh parsley teaspoon ground nutmeg 7 Salt and fresh...