Pastes are your storecupboard secret star that will transform any dish into a taste marvel, with recipes from food writer Gurdeep Loyal

Need midweek meal inspiration? These recipes have a little something for everyone, and are ready in 60 minutes or less

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SERVES 4IngredientsFor the spice paste 1 tsp ground turmeric 1 tsp chilli powder 1 small onion, roughly chopped 4 garlic cloves 1 lemongrass stalk For the main 4 tbsp vegetable oil1 tsp table salt300m

Share the load with your guests and ask each to make one of these delicious dishes for your next alfresco gathering

Have dinner on the table in just 15 mins with this sweet and spicy winner. SERVES 4 PREP 5 MINS COOK 6-8 MINS ✱ 2 x 200g steaks (we used sirloin) ✱ Sesame or vegetable oil for rubbing ✱ 275g pack cook