Two fast and easy midweek dinners that don’t scrimp on flavour
A well-stocked pantry is key to success with these simple dishes
Mark Moriarty
Recipes, food tips and features from chef and food writer Mark Moriarty
Summer strawberries: Two desserts that celebrate the defining fruit of the season
Irish strawberries are at their sweetest and juiciest right now – these recipes can be adapted for other in-season fruits later in the summer
Strawberry pavlova with honey cream
A delicous dessert to showcase those red bundles of sweetness that define an Irish summer
These two soup recipes have one special ingredient: love
Gazpacho with slow-cooked tomatoes from Andalusia, and a comforting cauliflower soup with Asian flavours
Gazpacho with black olive, basil and feta
The X factor in this gazpacho recipe comes from quality olive oil, Tabasco and a pinch of sugar
Spiced coconut and cauliflower soup with peanut rayu
This soup recipe is smooth and comforting with expert seasoning
Cherry season is here: Celebrate with these two delicious summer recipes
Cherry compote and fresh cherries bring the sunshine taste to duck and chocolate cake
Two classic shellfish dishes inspired by Donegal chefs at the top of their game
The Old Glen Bar and Rosapenna Hotel serve up true classics with the freshest of local fare
Lobster Thermidor: A Donegal family recipe for a seafood classic
The Casey family have been running Rosapenna Hotel in Donegal for more than 50 years. Here is their recipe for a seafood favourite
Mark Moriarty: Get your bold flavours fast with these two simple Asian dishes
Chow mein and sweet-and-sour chicken offer rapid-fire satisfaction
Sweet and sour chicken with steamed rice
It’s not exactly authentic, but it’s one of the world’s most popular dishes for a reason
Two summer salads using outstanding ingredients that are a meal in themselves
These couscous- and chicory-based salads are packed with flavour
Chicory salad with goat’s cheese, croutons and mustard
Chicory or endive is a beautiful but often overlooked ingredient
Paella with grilled langoustines
This is all about beautiful ingredients cooked simply and highly seasoned
Mark Moriarty: Speedy dishes to celebrate seafood season
Homemade cod and chips, and roasted salmon – two classic fish recipes with cheffy flourishes
Homemade fish and chips with citrus seasoning and crushed peas
If you’re feeling nostalgic, serve this chipper-worthy classic on a sheet of newspaper
Roasted salmon with pesto-dressed vegetables
A fancy but uncomplicated fish dish that's perfect for a speedy lunch or light dinner
Easter lamb with a twist and a pleasingly simple steamed pudding
Rack of lamb delivers big on flavour, while spiced carrots with labneh make the perfect accompaniment.
Masters menu: An Augusta-inspired feast to nicely tee-up the golf weekend spectacle
The Masters food offering is nearly as notable as the golf. These slow-cooked barbecue pork buns and tropical fruit ice cream sandwiches invoke the spirit of the weekend
Masters menu: Barbecue slow-cooked pork buns
Southern-style soft, moist pork shoulder slathered in a punchy sauce
Masters menu: Tropical fruit cookie and ice cream sandwich
A taste of summer inspired by the US state of Georgia’s peach ice cream sandwich
Spring has sprung, time to celebrate seasonal hero ingredients
Two simple but delicious recipes featuring spring’s finest fare - asparagus and rhubarb
Asparagus and mushroom tart fine
Season with some salt and pepper and dress with a little olive oil before serving
Two fresh tuna dishes packed with flavour and goodness
A Mexican taste explosion and a classic French salad Niçoise
Two restaurant-inspired pasta dishes to make at home
Elevate home-cooked pasta dishes with cheffy inspiration
Gnocchi with slow-roasted lamb, crème fraîche and greens
Inspired by a recent visit to Allta on Dublin’s quays
St Patrick’s Day feasts: How to make tasty modern versions of two Irish classics
Two recipes with wide appeal, using great Irish ingredients, that can be re-created anywhere in the world
Two dessert classics - one with a modern makeover, the other unaltered perfection
Apple crumble for teatime scoffing, and crêpes suzette in all its boozy glory
Fancy pancakes: Mark Moriarty’s recipe for Crêpes Suzette
These fine pancakes in a rich sauce are sure to elevate your Pancake Tuesday game
Midweek chic: Schnitzel and Scandinavian meatballs to liven up your menu
Two classic recipes that are both economical and easily elevated with a cheffy twist or two
Scandinavian meatballs with pickled cucumber, dill and mash
You may be familiar with Ikea’s version but rest assured, these meatballs have added chic
Chicken schnitzel with fried egg, garlic butter and creamed leeks
Lightly pounding and crumbing meat in a schnitzel offers more bang for your buck without compromising on flavour
Two simple and tasty pork dishes with an air-fryer hack for perfect crackling
A slow roast pork for a Sunday alternative and a quick Thai-inspired pork steak stir-fry
Thai-style fried pork steak noodles with chilli, basil and cashew nuts
Pork is a very cost-effective meat to add to your midweek repertoire
Mark Moriarty: Add excitement to your beef and fish pies with a few simple tricks
Everyone has a recipe for beef hotpot or fish pie, but not all pies are made the same
Beef shin hotpot
Paying attention to evenly caramelising the meat and vegetables will help balance the sauces’ sugar content
Fish pie with pomme duchess topping
Mustard, lemon juice and zest along with some soft green herbs turn a good sauce into a great one
Valentine’s Day recipes: Nothing says ‘I love you’ like steak and oozing chocolate fondants
Forget overpriced, overcrowded restaurants - this easy home-made main course and dessert are the way to anyone’s heart
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