Cooking Chorizos

"Cooking" chorizos are fantastic for the barbeque, especially the mini versions which can be cooked by the string, separated and served either hot or cold on cocktail sticks. Bite-sized sausages and perfect tapas.

Over a hot BBQ these mini chorizos don't take long either so throw them on first as an appetizer and enjoy while the chef deals with the marinaded chicken and pork! Mini chorizos are available in both hot and sweet varieties.



Well it is nearly summer....Enjoy with an ice cold Spanish beer



Summer BBQ recipes up and coming.

Iberico Ham and Broad Beans

Spanish ham and broad bean tapas - ultimate flavour and simplicity. Broad beans or "habas" are massively popular in Andalucia, usually served with serrano ham we have upgraded this humble tapa to encompass that nutty, textured iberico flavour.

The slight bitterness of the broad beans accompanied with the sweetness of the ham (left to breath of course) make a fabulous combination, accompanied with a generous drizzle of a very good extra virgin olive oil.



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Swordfish with lemon pepper dressing

A really quick and easy seasonal recipe which reminds me of those long lunches we all enjoy on holiday either in beach front restaurants or evenings on the terrace.

You will need (serves 4):

4 swordfish steaks
Generous amount of freshly ground black pepper
Juice of half a lemon
Salt
Parsley to garnish (optional)
Extra virgin olive oil




Method

1. To cook the swordfish steaks, heat a little olive oil in a large frying pan and cook for 6-8 minutes each side until golden.
2. Near the end of the swordfish cooking time, heat a little olive oil in a saucepan add the pepper season with salt and slowly add the lemon juice tasting as you go – you don’t need to add it all!
3. Remove the swordfish and drain before serving. Pour over the sauce adding a little more pepper and garnish with parsley.
4. Serve with crunchy green beans and new potatoes

Summer Fruit

Well it is summer so we are getting fruity! Strawberries and oranges go great after a dish like these Monkfish & Serrano Ham parcels - don't forget a splash of good extra virgin olive oil and a little pepper for the strawberries.



Next up: For May we are in the garden, its Spain vs England growing giant pumpkins. Head to head with the UK Catering Forum August/September should see some great photos!



For more tips on gardening take a look at Grow Veg