Master the art of making meatballs

In the land of jamón , tapas, gazpacho and flamenco, Spanish cuisine–studded with its superlative seafood–fuels the furnace within, declares Tom Parker Bowles

Valencian paella, where the dish originates, is made with rabbit and/or chicken, green beans and fat white beans. This version combines seafood and meat. Paella shouldn’t be stirred (like risotto) as

These Turkish kebabs use minimal ingredients so the flavour of the lamb stands out, complemented by red peppers and spicy pul biber. SERVES 4 PREP 5 mins plus at least 2 hrs chilling COOK 15 mins EASY

Ingredients (Serves 2) 60 g self-raising flour30 g cornflourSalt and freshly-ground black pepper1 medium onion3 tbs lager3 tbs soda waterVegetable oil for deep frying4 x 50 g thinly sliced “minute” st

Prawns require minimal marinading because they take on flavour so readily, are quick to cook and taste incredible – especially when grilled in their shells. I’ve used canned pineapple here for ease an

When asparagus is in season, this one is just the ticket. The basil works so well with both the creamy chicken and the asparagus. SERVES 2 PREP 15 mins COOK 5 mins EASY salted butter, for spreading2 s