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10 Harry Potter Foods You Wished Existed in Real Life

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10 Harry Potter Foods You Wished Existed in Real Life

Butterbeers, chocolate frogs, Bertie Bott's Every Flavour Beans…the yummy treats in Harry Potter's world as just as well-known as our daily fare. In fact, in an ideal world, these ten HP food should exist in real life: 

1. Dargon Tartare

Dragon Tartare first made an appearance at the exclusive Slug Club Christmas party. This hors d'oeuvre is made of a very unique ingredient (finely-chopped dragon meat), and gives its eater a charming whiff of bad breath.

Note: Consumed by Hermione Granger to avoid her date, Cormac Mclaggen

2. Steak and Kidney Pie

Pipin' hot and buttery, this treat makes a regular appearance at the welcoming feast for all newly-admitted witches and wizards at the start of the year. Chopped steak, kidney chunks and gravy fill up this yummylicious pie. 

3. Fisherman's Pie

A delectable staple from the Leaky Cauldron! A fishy delight, this pie contains fillings made from cod, salmon and shrimp. 

4. Treacle Tart

Who could say no to a golden, sticky and honeyed treat? This is Harry's personal favourite, and is reminded of this when he inhales the love potion Amortentia. 

5. Christmas Pudding

This flaming Christmas pudding was served during the grand Christmas feast in the year 1991. 

6. Chocolate Frogs

Aha – a treat that's fun and tasty to eat! Packets of this popular chocolate come with collectible cards featuring notable witches and wizards. You'll need nimble hands to eat this treat – those little chocolate frogs jump around fast, the moment you tear open the packaging!

7. Bertie Bott's Every Flavour Beans

Eating jelly beans has never been riskier – especially when the innocent-looking bag of beans contains flavours such as spinach, ear wax and vomit. 

8. Honeyduke's Mice Pops

Shaped like mice, and available in a variety of colours and flavours, these lollipops can be found at the Honeydukes' sweet shop in Hogsmeade. 

9. Sugar Quills

Need a sugary treat, but don't want to get caught snacking on sweets in class? All you need is a sugar quill – suck on the ends of the quill, frown at your parchment and try your best to look like you're hard at work. 

10. Nosebleed Nougat

This is one handy Skiving Snackbox treat we could definitely use! Perfect for days when you feel like skipping out on a class (or two). A genius invention by Fred and George Weasley. 

 

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Food Bites: Lamb Steak with Kale Caesar Salad

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Food Bites: Lamb Steak with Kale Caesar Salad

Lamb chops – most either love it or hate it, for the meat boasts a strong flavour. If you and your friends fall under the first category, why not try whipping up a lamb dish at your next dinner party? After all, it is a versatile meat that can be prepared with a variety of methods. When cooked properly, lamb meats are juicy and tender, serving as an irresistible main that will delight meat lovers. 

Grilling: Charred Goodness

Meat lovers who are pressed for time will find grilling to be the best cooking method to prepare a mean dish of lamb chops, or a juicy burger. Dry brine the lamp chops. If you have additional time on hand, salt the lamb about forty minutes before grilling the meat. This process helps to release the moisture in the meat. It reabsorbs the moisture after a period of time, leading to a greater concentration in flavours. 

Braising: Moist and Tender

Braising the meat at a low heat helpt to tenderise the meat by breaking down the fibers, and can be done using the stove, oven or a slow cooker. This cooking method is ideal for less tender cuts of meat, such as the shoulder, shanks and ribs.

 

Roasting: Crisp 'N Golden

During roasting, the meat is uncovered during the cooking process, in order to create a crisp and browned exterior and moist interiors. This cooking works best for tender cuts, such as the rack and loin portions from the leg of the lamb. 

Pan-frying: Quick 'N Easy

Pan-frying will suit cooking enthusiasts who are pressed for time, for it is the quickest way to cook the meat. Use a heavy-based pan for maximum heat retention., as such pans heat evenly and retain the heat well. Ideally, the meat should have a minimum thickness of 15 milimetres. 

Now that you know how to whip up a delicious lamb dish, it is time to whip up your cooking utensils and embark on a culinary adventure of preparing a sumptuous lamb dinner! If you are in need of some inspiration, we have an excellent recipe on hand…

Picture a large, white plate, laden with a gorgeous cut of lamb, cooked to a beautiful brown colour. A crisp salad sits by the side, accompanied by a generous scoop of creamy risotto. This, folks, is a mouthwatering dish of lamb steak with kale caesar salad. Hop on over to British Corner Shop for the recipe, and get cracking!

 

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Food Bites: Ox and Guinness Pie

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Food Bites: Ox and Guinness Pie

The Evolution of Pie

The first pie to appear upon English soil is believed to date back to the twelfth century. The Romans were believed to have been the first ones to start the culinary tradition of pie-baking. Back then, the crust of the pie served a different purpose – it was not consumed, but was used to hold the filling during the baking process. The crust was also fairly thick, and the pie contained more crust than filling. 

There was little variety to the fillings, with meat pies often being baked. Fowl was a common ingredient used, and the legs of the animal were left to dangle over the side of the dish, to be used as a handle after the pies were cooked. It was not until the fifteenth century that fruit pies were created. 

One Pie, Many Fillings

These days, countless varieties can be used for baking pies. Delectable dessert pies are likely to contain fruits, such as berries and apples. Foodies in an indulgent mood may include decadent ingredients, such as luscious chocolate and rich caramel. If the preparation of a hearty main dish, fillings such as steak, kidney, pork, as well as an assortment of root vegetables are used. 

If a satisfying pie is what you crave for dinner, you will not go wrong with a tasty ox and guinness pie. Imagine tearing apart the golden-brown crust with a fork, to reveal a filling consisting of tender chunks of meat, celery, onions and a selection of aromatic herbs. An array of delicious sides, such as baked potatoes and stewed vegetables round off the meal. 

 

 

Doesn't this pie look absolutely delightful? If you are itching to bake this savoury treat, check out the full recipe from British Corner Shop. 

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Food Bites: Falafel

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Food Bites: Falafel

What is round, golden, crispy and tasty?

Why, we are referring to the falafel of course! Flavourful and nutritious, this Middle Eastern dish also packs a nutritious punch, for it are high in protein, complex carbohydrates and fibre.  

Origins: Shrouded In Mystery

The origins of this well-loved dish is shrouded in mystery. It is widely believed to have originated in Egypt, and created as a substitute for meat during the Lent Festival. Later on, the dish was introduced to the Levant region, where the locals used chickpeas instead of fava beans as the main ingredient for the dish.

Falafel Recipes: A Myriad of Ideas

Start off your culinary adventures by making the falafel from scratch. Whiz the ingredients together to form a smooth paste, round them into little balls, drop the falafel balls into a pan and fry them until they turn into a beautiful shade of golden brown.

With a tray of scrumptious falafel balls on hand, you may take a leaf out of Jamie Oliver’s cooking book by making a delicious falafel wrap with grilled vegetables and salsa. If you are not quite in the mood for having a toasty wrap, why not try your hand at putting together a falafel sandwich? After all, this is a quick and easy dish to put together, and it requires only a handful of ingredients to prepare.

If you are racking your brains over what to bring for a fun-filled potluck gathering, perhaps a falafel and hummus mezze platter may serve as the perfect sharing dish. Otherwise, a hearty falafel burger may do the trick, for it will certainly satisfy guests with a healthy appetite.

Self-professed health junkies will be delighted to follow this wholesome baked falafel salad to a T, starting from the process of preparing the falafel balls, to whipping up a light tahini and dill dressing sauce before tossing these ingredients together with fresh greens.

If you need a more substantial meal, go generous with the carbs by cooking up a dish of spaghetti with falafel balls.

Veggie junkies, don't miss out on these yummy vegetarian dining experiences: Gopi's Khazana, Vegetarian Cuisine in Florence, A Day with A Veggy Chef & Cooking Classes with Shalu

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