Side dishes
Side dishes are an integral part of any main meal, and can bring both wonderful flavours and extra nutrients to the table. So, branch out from the common spud or white rice and experiment with all of Mother Nature's goodies in our selection of side dishes.
Pasta, rice sides
Thai coconut rice
Traditional flavourings of coconut and kaffir lime leaves are mixed with plain rice to create this popular Asian accompaniment.
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Spiced orzo with spinach
Orzo is a tiny soup pasta which looks similar to rice. It makes an ideal side dish for Mediterranean-style dishes.
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Rice and peas
In this West Indian rice dish, the 'peas' are known as gungo peas in Jamaica and pigeon peas in Trinidad.
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Risotto balls
Crispy on the outside and soft and creamy on the inside, these tasty rice balls make an unusual side dish, or can be eaten hot or cold.
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Spiced pilaf
Subtly spiced, this versatile rice dish can be served hot or cold and goes well with grilled meats, curries and stews.
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Pulses, grains sides
Semolina dumplings
These little lightly spiced dumplings are a popular garnish for soups in Bavaria, southern Germany.
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Porcini polenta
Using dried mushrooms guarantees a rich, earthy flavour, which is ideal for serving alongside the subtle-tasting polenta.
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Polenta
This cornmeal 'porridge' flavoured with Parmesan cheese is served in northern Italy as an accompaniment to meat dishes.
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Vegetable sides
Ultimate mashed potatoes
This mashed potato with a twist is rich with fresh herbs and plenty of wonderful dairy, including Cheddar cheese and double cream.
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Tomato and aubergine confit
An ancient method of preserving meat, confit infuses flavour into vegetables - aubergines in this particular recipe.
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Sweet potato purée, horseradish
Baking sweet potatoes makes them intensely sweet and full of flavour and the touch of horseradish adds a nice little kick.
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Brussel sprouts with orange
Fresh orange zest along with orange and lime juice adds a burst of sunshine to this winter vegetable that will go well with your roasts.
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Potato and parmesan cakes
These little potato cakes make a nice change from the usual mash and look great on the plate for your special dinner guests.
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