Chakalaka (Soweto chilli)

This low fat, vibrant chilli from Johannesburg is based on canned beans, tomatoes, onions and chillies. You can add whatever vegetables you have to hand

Cheat’s kouign-amann

This sugary cake traditionally uses dough similar to croissants. Making them from scratch is a challenge, so we've come up with this simple cheat's version

Japanese okonomiyaki

This Japanese pancake is full of authentic flavours and textures, with fresh squid or prawns and a mirin and a honey sauce. Garnish with bonito flakes

Chicken Kiev quesadilla

A seriously gourmet quesadilla. This easy, chicken-filled snack will curb your cheese cravings – serve warm and golden brown with your favourite dipping sauce

Smoky spiced Jollof rice & coconut-fried plantain

This West African inspired dish food is full of bold, harmonious flavours. Jollof rice is a household staple, often accompanied by fried plantain

Muffin tin chilli pots

This speedy tortilla supper counts as 3 of your 5 a day and needs just four ingredients. It doesn't get much easier than this veggie storecupboard meal

Vegan Thai curry

An easy vegan version of a Thai noodle curry, packed with vegetables, coconut milk, chilli and spices to make a flavoursome, warming family meal

Masala mackerel

The strong flavour of mackerel can handle some spice, so we’ve paired it with aromatic cumin, coriander and fennel, fiery ginger and tangy pickled onions

Tuna & tomato pasta bake

Olympic cyclist Laura Trott's favourite calcium-rich comfort food feast that's cooked in 20 minutes. A simple family meal to fill hungry stomachs

Classic sausage & mash

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

A classic family comfort food meal with creamy mash and golden brown sausages. Fresh seasonal veg like steamed broccoli make this meal 3 of your 5 a day