Tag: fresh mint

Corsican Omelet

This is a fabulous solo supper. It takes mere moments and is perfect with a side salad.

1 tbs. butter
4 mint sprigs or other chopped herbs
3 eggs, beaten
2 tbs. goat’s cheese
salt and pepper

Heat the butter in a 10″ non-stick skillet. When melted, sprinkle in the herbs and cook for a minute or so, spreading them evenly around the pan. Pour in the eggs and cook over a medium-low heat until nearly set. Dab in the goat’s cheese and season with salt and pepper.

When the omelet is set, fold it into thirds and transfer to a plate.

Serves 1

Vietnamese Chicken and Mint Salad

A fresh and zingy take on a classic.

1 red chili, deseeded and finely chopped
1 fat clove garlic, peeled and minced
1 tbs. sugar
1 tbs. rice vinegar
1 1/2 tbs. lime juice
1 1/2 tbs. fish sauce
1 1/2 tbs. vegetable oil
half a medium onion, finely chopped
2 cups shredded white cabbage
1 medium carrot, peeled and shredded
1 cup cooked and shredded chicken
3 tbs. freshly chopped mint

In a large bowl, stir together the chili through the oil, then leave to sit for 1/2 hour. Tip in the remaining ingredients and toss well. Check seasoning and add black pepper and sea salt, if needed.

Serves 4

Courgette Fritters

These are special due to the addition of feta cheese and the use of both fresh and dried mint. The perfect side dish or veggie main course.

4 medium courgettes
6 scallions, chopped
8 oz. crumbled feta cheese
small bunch fresh mint, chopped
small bunch fresh parsley, chopped
1 tsp. dried mint
1 tsp. paprika
1 cup flour
3 eggs, beaten
olive oil, to fry

Coarsely grate the courgettes and wrap the gratings in a tea towel for 20 minutes to reduce the moisture. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the remaining ingredients except the olive oil. Season well.

Heat a griddle pan over a medium heat, then brush on some olive oil. Drop small mounds of the courgette mixture onto the pan and cook until browned on the bottom. Flip over and brown on the other side. Serve warm.

Serves 4