Gordon Ramsay's Kid Friendly Recipes

TL;DR

A recipe for flavorful halloumi and vegetable cakes served with a slow roast tomato salad, creating a delicious vegetarian meal.

Transcript

lightly fried my delicious Lumi and courgette cakes squeeze every last bit of flavor out of those vegetables but first i'm preparing a simple slow roast tomato and Watercress salad these cherry tomatoes are perfect if you haven't got cherry tomatoes Vita Tomatoes good or even just big normal plum tomatoes lay the tomatoes on the tray and these go i... Read More

Key Insights

• 🐢 Slow roasting tomatoes intensifies their flavor and creates a delicious chewy texture.
• 🥹 Squeezing out excess water from grated vegetables is crucial for the halloumi cakes to hold their shape.
• 🌿 A combination of fresh herbs like mint, coriander, and tarragon adds a depth of flavor to the halloumi and vegetable mixture.
• 🥗 The Watercress salad adds a peppery freshness to the dish.
• 😪 The dressing made with red chili, ginger, and rice wine vinegar adds a sweet, sour, and spicy flavor to the salad.
• 💯 Hot Pot with sausages is a comforting and flavorful dish, perfect for a satisfying dinner.
• 🤑 A potato and beetroot gratin adds a creamy and rich element to the Hot Pot.
• 🍍 Apple compote with Bramley cooking apples and Brae Bun eating apples creates a tart and sweet combination, perfect for topping off the meal.

Questions & Answers

Q: How long does it take to slow roast tomatoes?

Slow roasting tomatoes typically takes about 90 minutes in the oven at a low temperature, but you can leave them in for longer for even more flavor.

Q: Why do you sprinkle salt and sugar over the tomatoes before roasting?

Sprinkling salt and sugar on the tomatoes helps to draw out moisture and creates a chewy texture. The sugar also helps to speed up the drying process.

Q: How do you ensure the halloumi vegetable cakes hold their shape?

To ensure the cakes hold their shape, it is important to squeeze out the excess water from the grated vegetables before mixing them with the other ingredients. This prevents the mixture from becoming too wet and falling apart during frying.

Q: Can the halloumi and vegetable cakes be prepared in advance?

Yes, you can prepare the halloumi and vegetable mixture up to a day in advance and store it in the fridge. This allows the flavors to develop and the cakes to firm up, making them easier to fry.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Slow roast tomatoes by baking them in the oven for about 90 minutes until they become blistered and flavorful.

• Make halloumi and vegetable cakes by grating carrots, courgettes, and halloumi, and mixing them with herbs, eggs, and breadcrumbs. Shape into patties and fry until golden.

• Serve the halloumi cakes with a Watercress salad and a dressing made with red chili, ginger, rice wine vinegar, and coriander.