Recipes to reconnect

Freshen up mealtimes with our filling, but lighter mains

By Sami Tamimi Serves 4 | Prep 20 mins | Cook 30 mins 2 x 400g tins of chickpeas, drained and rinsed4 tbsp olive oil, plus more for drizzling¾ tsp smoked paprika¾ tsp dried chilli flakes¾ tsp sweet pa

By Ryland Peters & Small Serves 4 | Prep 15 mins | Cook 30 mins 2 x 400ml tins of coconut milk100ml vegetable stock1 tbsp demerara sugar100g cherry tomatoes, roughly chopped1 yellow pepper, cut into s

Originally a Persian word, which eventually became escabeche in Spain, sikbaj literally means cooking in an acidic mixture, namely vinegar. Mackerel is extensively preserved on the west coast of India

SERVES 2 INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra to serve 1 garlic clove, crushed or finely grated 250g cooked beluga or puy lentils, drained and rinsed 250g ricotta Grated zest of 1 lem

Summery beans & herby green aïoli Dried beans are very cost-effective, and ideal for simmering in a big batch. Use a good-quality olive oil when making this dish, as it imparts a lot of flavour. MAKES