Our favourite type of cooking – maximum flavour, minimal washing-up

INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp oil 1 large onion, finely chopped 4 garlic cloves, chopped 1 red chilli, deseeded and chopped 400g can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 litre vegetable stock Zest and juice of 1 un

This impressive plan-ahead Christmas lunch from Flora Shedden is a mouthwatering mix of traditional recipes and deliciously unexpected flavours

Traditionally, black chickpeas are used in this recipe, but for ease and so the curry can be cooked quickly, I’ve opted for tinned white chickpeas, which are readily available and cook in no time. I l

INGREDIENTS FOR THE TOFU 200g smoked tofu 1 tsp sesame oil 1 tsp minced garlic 1 tsp minced ginger 1 ½ tbsp soy sauce 1 ½ tsp sriracha FOR THE BROTH 2 tbsp chilli oil 2 shallots, peeled and minced 2 c

This take on the festive favourite will ensure you never boil a sprout again. The whipped tofu is based on a classic French vinaigrette and should be quite loose in texture. It carries a real mustard