Ainsley Harriott
Through his travels, Ainsley has explored the cuisines of the world, and uses that knowledge and skill to bring flavourful and varied recipes to his audience.
ION Harbour by Simon Rogan
From 15th March 2023, ION Harbour in Valletta will welcome the internationally-renowned and multi award-winning chef Simon Rogan as Chef Patron, becoming ION Harbour by Simon Rogan. Rogan has a total of eight other restaurants to his name across the UK and Hong Kong, including L’Enclume in the Lake District which currently holds three … <a href="https://served.mt/ion-harbour-by-simon-rogan-2/">Continued</a>
Red Pepper Harissa Soup
Serves 2 Ingredients 3-4 large red peppers 3 plum tomatoes 2 large red onions 2 tbsp olive oil 2 cloves garlic 1 tsp sweet paprika 2 tsp cumin 1 tbsp harissa or more if you like it spicy 2 cups chicken stock Salt and pepper Handful fresh basil, fresh coriander and olive oil to make … <a href="https://served.mt/red-pepper-harissa-soup/">Continued</a>
Christmas Tree Pizzas
Serves 5 little mouths Ingredients 1 cup wholemeal flour ½ cup greek yoghurt 1 tsp baking powder ½ tsp olive oil Salt, to taste 1 cup fresh spinach 1 cup fresh basil 1 clove garlic 2 tbsp olive oil ½ tsp lemon juice Salt and pepper Coloured raw peppers cut into small squares. Shredded mozzarella … <a href="https://served.mt/christmas-tree-pizza/">Continued</a>
Ginger and Oat Cookies
Makes 11 Ingredients 1 cup oats ¾ cup wholemeal flour 1 ½ tsp baking powder 1 tsp ground ginger ¼ tsp cinnamon 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 tbsp coconut oil 1 egg ½ cup maple syrup or honey Method 1. Mix together the oats, wholemeal flour, baking powder and spices. In a separate bowl, mix … <a href="https://served.mt/ginger-oat-cookies/">Continued</a>
Heirloom Carrots with Harissa-Cinnamon Butter
Serves 4 Ingredients 450g heirloom carrots; 70g unsalted butter (or plant-based margarine); 1 tsbp harissa; 1 tsp Bresc crushed garlic; ½ tsp ground cumin; ½ tsp ground cinnamon; ½ tsp paprika; 1 tsp dried parsley; Thyme leaves, to decorate. Method Peel carrots and trim the excess green tops, leaving some of the green on top. … <a href="https://served.mt/heirloom-carrots-harissa-cinnamon-butter/">Continued</a>
Red Chicory with Pistachio & Anchovy Elixir
Serves 8 Ingredients 80g jarred anchovies, drained; 2 heaped tbsp pistachio pesto; 3 cloves of garlic; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 160ml extra-virgin olive oil; 110ml cold water; 1 tsp runny honey; Pinch of cayenne pepper; Few heads of red chicory, leaves separated. Method If using a bullet blender, put the drained anchovies, pistachio pesto, garlic, … <a href="https://served.mt/red-chicory-pistachio-anchovy-elixir/">Continued</a>
Crostini with Truffle Honey, Lardo and Chestnuts
Serves 8 Ingredients 20-24 thin slices of ciabatta; 2 garlic cloves, halved; Good extra-virgin olive oil; 250g white truffle honey; 125g cooked chestnuts; 24 very thin slices of lardo Thyme leaves Method Preheat the oven to 200°C or Gas Mark 6. Put the ciabatta slices on baking trays and bake for 10 minutes or until … <a href="https://served.mt/crostini-with-lardo/">Continued</a>
Festive Coconut Snow Balls
Ingredients ½ cup oats 1 ½ cup desiccated coconut 3 tbsp maple syrup ¼ cup coconut milk 2 tbsp coconut water Handful white chocolate chips 1/ 3 cup desiccated coconut to coat Method In a food processor, blend the oats and coconut then add in the maple syrup, coconut milk and coconut water and blend … <a href="https://served.mt/festive-coconut-snow-balls/">Continued</a>
Two-Booze Tiramisu with Baileys and Marsala
Serves 8 dedicated eaters or 12 ascetics Ingredients 6 eggs, separated; 200g caster sugar; 1kg mascarpone; 400ml strong black coffee; 140ml Baileys; 60ml Marsala; 40-48 Savoiardi or ladyfinger biscuits; 5 tbsp cocoa powder. Method Whisk the egg yolks and sugar using an electric beater or a stand mixer until thick, pale and moussey. Mix in … <a href="https://served.mt/two-booze-tiramisu-baileys-marsala/">Continued</a>
Chocolate and Red Wine Cake with Baileys Frosting
Serves 10 Ingredients 200g unsalted butter, room temperature; 150g dark chocolate, broken into pieces; 250g soft dark brown sugar; 4 eggs, lightly beaten; 25g cocoa powder; 1 tsp baking powder; 250g plain flour; Pinch of fine sea salt; 100ml red wine; Zest of 1 orange. For the Frosting 520g icing sugar; 230g butter, at room … <a href="https://served.mt/chocolate-red-wine-baileys-cake/">Continued</a>
Braised Rabbit in ‘Imbuljuta’ and Miso Sauce
Serves 4 Ingredients 1 tbsp butter; 2 tbsp olive oil; 80g chorizo, diced; Pieces from 1 whole rabbit, or 8 rabbit legs; 1 tsp chili flakes; 250g dried peeled chestnuts; 500ml chicken stock; 100g sugar; 60g cocoa powder; 1 stick cinnamon; ¼ tsp each of cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves; 4 whole cloves; Rind of 1 … <a href="https://served.mt/braised-rabbit-imbuljuta-miso-sauce/">Continued</a>
Beetroot Soup
Serves 2 Prep time 1 hour and 20 minutes Ingredients For Beetroot 2 1/2 cups beetroot 3 tbsp olive oil 1/8 tsp sea salt 1/8 tsp black pepper For Soup 3 tbsp butter 4 tbsp white onion 3/4 cup carrots 1 cup tomatoes 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper 1/2 … <a href="https://served.mt/beetroot-soup/">Continued</a>
Croissant Pudding
Serves 2 Prep time 30 minutes Ingredients For Cream Mix 2 cups of double cream 1/2 a cup of sugar 4 tbsp of chocolate sauce For Chocolate Sauce 120 ml milk 280 g dark chocolate For the Pudding Mix 4 croissants 2 tbsp of butter 2 tbsp of sugar Per Serving 4 gm almond flakes … <a href="https://served.mt/baked-croissant-croissant-pudding/">Continued</a>
Chocolate Mousse Cake
Served 2 Prep time 1 hour and 30 minutes Ingredients For the Chocolate Cake 1 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/3 cup cocoa powder 1/4 tsp kosher salt 1 cup granulated sugar 3/4 cup vegetable oil 2 eggs 1 1/2 tsp vanilla essence 1 cup milk 4 oz dark chocolate For … <a href="https://served.mt/chocolate-mousse-cake/">Continued</a>
Steak with Berries and Wine Sauce
Serves 2 Prep time 45 minutes Ingredients For the Berries and Red Wine Sauce 240 ml water 40 gm sugar 1/4 tsp black pepper powder 30 ml lemon juice 140 gm frozen Raspberry & Blueberry 1/4 tsp sea salt 120 ml red wine For the Beef Tenderloin Marinade 260 gm beef tenderloin 1/4 tsp sea … <a href="https://served.mt/steak-with-berries-wine-sauce/">Continued</a>
Chicken Strips with Buffalo Chocolate Sauce
Serves 2 Prep time 50 minutes Ingredients For the Chocolate Sauce 120 ml milk 80 ml corn syrup 140 gm dark chocolate 1/4 tsp onion powder 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp sea salt 40 ml Franks red hot wing sauce For the Marinade 300 gm chicken breast 1/4 tsp oregano powder 1/8 tsp salt … <a href="https://served.mt/chicken-strips-buffalo-chocolate-sauce/">Continued</a>
Introducing Chef Faisal
Introducing Chef Faisal Al Deleigan, Served Magazine’s latest contributor. Faisal Al Deleigan is a Banker, a world-renowned Chef, consultant, and a humanitarian soul at heart. “Listen to your instinct and follow your heart”. This is the mantra of Chef Faisal who believes in following your passions. Faisal courageously left a highly paid job and gave … <a href="https://served.mt/introducing-chef-faisal/">Continued</a>
Traditional Ross Fil-Forn
Serves 8 Prep time 2 hours Ingredients 60ml Monini Extra Virgin Olive Oil 15g butter 1 medium onion, peeled & finely chopped 500g pork shoulder, cut into 2cm cubes 200g minced pork 200g minced beef Salt and pepper 50ml dry white wine 2 tbsp Mutti Doppio Concentrato Tomato- Paste 1 tin Mutti Polpa 2 bay … <a href="https://served.mt/michael-diacono-ross-fil-forn/">Continued</a>
The Famous Timpana
Serves 8-10 Prep time 3 hours Ingredients 1 medium sized aubergine Vegetable oil to fry 125g pork liver, chopped into 1cm cubes 500g mince pork 500g mince beef Salt and pepper 2 heaped tbsp Mutti Doppio Concentrato Tomato Paste 2 tins Mutti Polpa 2 tbsp sugar 4 fresh bay leaves 2 veal brains (optional but … <a href="https://served.mt/michael-diacono-timpana/">Continued</a>