BBQ or grill

Ask the butcher to butterfly the turkey for you. The turkey can be cooked in the oven, if you prefer. Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C fan-forced) and cook, uncovered, on wire rack, for about 1¾ hours. Note

Soak 12 bamboo skewers in water before use to avoid them scorching and splintering. You can substitute mango for the papaya, if you like. Note

We used blue-eye fillets for this recipe, but any white fish fillet will be fine. You need to buy a 350g bunch of watercress. Note

Tandoori powder is a flavourless mixture of yellow and red coloured powdered vegetable dye, available from Indian food stores. Substitute normal red food colouring if you like – do not use turmeric.

This quick and easy Mediterranean inspired dinner is perfect for a mid-week meal. Serve your tender grilled steak with veggies and tasty baba ganoush for a flavour-packed dish your family will love.

Use a mandoline or V-slicer with a julienne attachment to cut the celeriac into thin strips. Note

moroccan marinade is a bottled blend of garlic, capsicum, chilli, lemon and various spices, and can be found at your local supermarket. Preserved lemons ­ salted lemons preserved in a mixture of olive oil and lemon juice ­ are a North African specialty, usually added to casseroles and tagines to impart a salty-sour acidic flavour. […]

We used dutch cream potatoes and yellow-fin tuna in this recipe. Note

A member of the lily family, asparagus is a delicious vegetable with a delicate, nutty flavour that can be eaten raw or cooked. The woody stems of the spears should be removed before cooking or eating, and any especially hard, tough stems should be peeled. Note

The delicate flavours of the fish are electrified by this delicious sweet and sour combination.

serving suggestion Steamed baby peas. It is fine to use just one 300ml carton of cream for this recipe. Fishshouldbe an important part of everyone’s diet. Ocean trout is high in omega-3, essential for a healthy heart. It has a great flavour and texture; it’s available all year and can be used in a wide […]

If you have time, marinate the steaks, covered, for several hours or overnight in the refrigerator. Note

Use well-drained canned corn kernels or thawed frozen corn instead of fresh corn, if you like. Note

Spicy harissa makes a great marinade or rub for tender lamb loin chops. Serve with vegetables or salad for a delicious dinner.

This is a great way to cook whole trout. The mushrooms add a wonderful umami element to the dish.

Grilled vegetables and crispy-skinned salmon are made even more delicious with a zesty, spiced chermoula sauce.

Smoked paprika and barbecue sauce both lend their smoky flavours to these delicious barbecued steaks. Fabulous served with baked potatoes, corn on the cob and lots of salad.

You need four bunches of asparagus for this recipe. Note

Tandoori is a classic Indian spice and yoghurt recipe with a distinctive and robust flavour. The name comes from the type of clay oven, a tandoor, in which the dish is traditionally prepared. You can prepare your own tandoori, but if you're short on time, the store bought versions are excellent.

For nicely crisped potatoes, heat the oven tray before adding the potatoes. Note

Kumara turns brown when cut so it’s best to grate it just before you use it. If you have a scratch-free non-stick pan, you won’t need to line it with baking paper. Note

The combination of juicy citrus, spices, herbs and pistachio is irresistible in this easy chicken dish. Delicious served with warm flatbread.

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

We used swordfish, but you can use tuna steaks or cutlets. Note

Wrapping the fish in banana leaves guarantees a beautifully moist and tender result. Plus, it looks impressive while saving on the washing up!

We used swordfish steaks in this recipe, but any firm white fish fillet will be fine. Cover the ends of the bamboo skewers in foil to prevent them from scorching during cooking. Or, if you have time, soak them in cold water for 30 minutes. Note

You can use brown sugar instead of the palm sugar. Green tea soba noodles are flavoured with powdered green tea and are available from Asian food stores and in the Asian food section of most large supermarkets. Use plain dried soba noodles, if you like. Note

Also known as needlefish, thanks to their long jaw, and with their unusual green bones, garfish are not the prettiest of the sea's offerings, but they are delicious.

With the perfect amount of spice, these tasty Turkish chicken kebabs are great for a family dinner or barbecue with friends.

If you're looking for a quick and delicious weekend bbq lunch, this lamb kofta with spiced yoghurt recipe is perfect. Serve with a fresh, herby couscous salad on the side.

Chimichurri salsa with t-bone steak

Risoni is a small rice-shaped pasta that can be served similarly to orzo or rice in salads and soups. This recipe is best made just before serving. Note

Turkey is so delicious that it's a shame to save it just for special occasions. Get smaller cuts of meat rather than the entire bird and enjoy the rich flavour all year round.

Serve these lip-smacking spareribs with char-grilled new potatoes and a leafy green salad.

Fennel is popular in French, Italian and Greek cooking and has a sweet licorice flavour. The entire fennel plant (bulb, stalks and leaves) is edible. The stalks can be used in soups and stews and the leaves (also known as fronds) can be used as a herb, providing great flavour to baked fish and poultry. […]

Chermoula can be made a day ahead; cover, refrigerate. Note

This deeply and appetisingly coloured Asian-style pork belly has a unique sweet and spicy flavour and melts in the mouth. The crunchy noodle salad is the perfect accompaniment.

The robust flavour of kingfish compliments the fennel beautifully. Swordfish will work equally as well. Either way, served with a green salad and grilled cherry tomatoes.you have a healthy, delicious and low-carb meal.

Soak 18 bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent scorching during cooking, or cover the ends with foil. Note

Richly spiced and sweetly dressed, this Indochine chicken salad makes a great dish to serve up to friends for a weekend lunch.

If you have time, marinate the ribs, covered, for several hours or overnight in the refrigerator. Note

Show your patriotism this Australia day (or, any other day) with these delicious marinated lamb cutlets. Serve them with either vegetables or a salad and enjoy.

Serve this spicy eggplant and capsicum salad as part of a mezze-style lunch spread.

If fresh coconut is unavailable, use 1 cup finely shredded dried coconut. The chutney is best if made with a firm (just underripe) honeydew melon. To open a fresh coconut, pierce one of the eyes then roast coconut briefly in a very hot oven only until cracks appear in the shell. Cool, then break the […]

These barbecued prawns with a spicy, Indian-style marinade make a fabulous starter, or a platter of finger food for passing round at a party.

We used whiting in this recipe. This recipe goes well with low-fat natural yoghurt and lemon wedges. Note

Thai chilli jam is a good condiment dolloped onto grilled meat, chicken or fish, and is also just as great when used as a curry paste or stir-fry sauce. A combination of garlic, shallots, chilli, tomato paste, fish sauce, galangal, spices and shrimp paste, it is sold under various names and can be found in […]

Although it’s called pork neck, this marbled cut comes from the shoulder, suits high temperature cooking, such as barbecuing and roasting and is far nicer than many leaner cuts. If using wooden skewers, soak them in cold water for 30 minutes first. Pork can be marinated and threaded onto skewers a day ahead. Note

Fire up the barbecue and enjoy the summer weather with this tasty platter.

Papaya salsa makes a piquant dressing for this delicious grilled barramundi.

The hash browns can be made a day ahead; reheat just before serving. The recipe is best completed close to serving. Note

This Indian spiced lamb dish goes beautifully alongside the fresh bean salad. Be sure to bamboo skewers for 30 minutes before use to prevent them scorching during cooking.

Inserting the stuffing between the skin and meat of the breast prevents it from drying out while cooking, as well as infusing the meat with flavour.

Soak 8 bamboo skewers in water for about 30 minutes before use to prevent splintering and scorching. Note

This dish goes well with steamed basmati rice, sprinkled with fresh coriander sprigs. Banana leaves are sold in bundles in Asian food shops, greengrocers and supermarkets. Foil can be used if banana leaves are unavailable. Note

Soak skewers in water for 30 minutes prior to using to prevent them from scorching during cooking. Note

Dukkah is a Middle Eastern spice blend containing toasted nuts and seeds. It is usually based on hazelnuts, spices and sesame seeds, and teamed here with roasted garlic yoghurt it will make your lamb cutlets sing.

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

The barbecue is the perfect way to cook a butterflied leg of lamb. Have your butcher trim, split, and debone a whole leg for you.

These spicy chilli marinated prawns served with and aïoli dressing make a great lunch or starter for a special dinner.