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Paella might just be the mother of all one-pot dishes. Endlessly adaptable and packed with flavour. Today, I’m making a version with fish, chorizo, and king prawns that hits all the right notes: smoky, savoury, and satisfying. If you’ve never made paella at home before, this is the perfect place to start. No paella pan? No problem. I’ll show you how to make it in a regular wide frying pan with simple ingredients, big flavour, and only one pot to clean. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more easy and tasty recipes! Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/PinchofMintCookingChannel Become a Mint Member - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2Tl5X3t4TacCEcBZ5MRzSQ/join 📖 Full Written Recipe: https://www.pinchofmint.com/post/how-to-make-paella-the-mother-of-all-one-pot-meals My Equipment Exclusive 10% off discount for Hexclad For first time customers https://hexclad.com/MINT Follow: Website: https://www.pinchofmint.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pinch_of_mint/ @pinch_of_mint TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pinchofmint Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinchofmint/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/Pinch_Of_Mint/_created/ Paella is possibly the mother of one pot dishes, and you can adapt it to however you like it. Today, I'm making mine with fish. And here's everything you need. As always, we're going to start with a little bit of prep. And I've got 100 g of chorizo here. And I'm simply going to cut that into small dice. So, I'll cut it into long strips. And then cut those strips into thinner strips. And then cut them into small dice. And then we'll finally dice one brown onion, one red bell pepper, and three cloves of garlic. But of course, you could grate them on a microplane or put them through a garlic press if you like. Before we get cooking, we've got one last bit of prep to take care of. And I've got these beautiful king prawns here, but they've still got the shells on. And I want to remove the shells. So, I'll do that by holding them upside down and just gradually peel the shell away. But I'm going to leave the tails attached because I like how they look for presentation. And next we need to de vain them. So cut along the back of the prawn and then open it up and it should reveal the vein that we need to remove. This can be a bit nasty and not very pleasant to eat. So you're better off removing it. Give them a quick rinse. And now we can do some cooking. If you've got a paella pan, place that over medium heat. And if not, just use a nice wide frying pan just like this one. Drizzle in 30 milliliters of olive oil and then add in the chorizo. Cook that out for three to five minutes until you can see it begin to crisp up and the fat to render out. Then add in the diced onions, the bell pepper, and the garlic all at the same time. Season it with salt and black pepper and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until soft. Next, add in 150 g of chopped tomatoes. This can be tinned or fresh. And 8 g or 2 tsp of smoked paprika. Stir that through. And then add 200 g of paella rice. Mix that together so the rice gets coated in all of that lovely flavor. And then pour in 600 ml of stock. This can be chicken stock or fish stock or a combination of the two. I'm using 400 ml of chicken stock and 200 ml of fish stock. Give it a quick stir. This isn't like risotto where you need to stir it constantly. We're just going to leave this to do its thing. No more stirring is going to happen from this point on. Bring it to a simmer and leave it for 10 minutes. Once it looks like this, where most of the stock is absorbed into the rice, we can lay on our fish and prawns. So, I've got 300 gram of white fish here. This is sea bass cut into nice chunks. And I'm just going to arrange it nicely on top of the paella. And then we can place our prawns in. I like to place them in with the tails sticking up cuz it looks really nice for presentation. And we'll leave that cooking away for another 10 to 15 minutes until the fish and prawns have steamed and cooked through and the rice begins to toast and caramelize on the bottom. And you can also season the fish with a little salt and pepper at this stage too. And once it looks like this and smells a little bit toasted, we can then place a lid on, turn it off the heat, and leave it to finish cooking for another 5 minutes. The steam will just finish cooking those prawns through and the fish through and it'll be absolutely beautiful. And now it's ready to serve. Simply garnish it with some fresh parsley leaves and some nice vibrant lemon wedges. So there you go, my fish paella. Definitely up there with the best one pot dishes you can make. The music used in this video is selected from Epidemic Sound. Explore yourself: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/z4ralr/ Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the channel!

Tomato Cutting Hack Use this tomato cutting hack to cut through cherry tomatoes quickly without wasting time. Sometimes the kitchen hacks can come in handy. #tomatoslicinghack #cookinghacks #kitchenhacks

French Onion Grilled Cheese Makes 2 Sandwiches Ingredients: 2 x Large Brown Onions (thinly sliced) 30g x Unsalted Butter (plus more for sandwich) 1 tsp x Fresh Thyme Leaves (or ½ tsp dried) 60ml x Dry White Wine 125ml x Beef Broth 70g x Gruyère Cheese (grated) 35g x Cheddar Cheese (grated) 4 slices x Sourdough Bread Salt to taste Method Caramelise onions:  Melt butter in a pan over medium heat. Add onions and salt. Cook 30–40 min until deep golden brown. Add wine and thyme, cook until evaporated. Stir in beef broth and reduce until jammy. Set aside. Assemble sandwich:  Butter one side of each slice of bread. On unbuttered side, layer Gruyère, caramelised onions, and cheddar cheese. Top with second slice. Grill:  Heat frying pan over medium-low. Cook sandwich until both sides are golden and cheese is melted, about 3–4 min per side. Serve:  Slice and enjoy. Optional: serve with small side of beef broth or French onion soup as dip. #frenchonion #grilledcheese #sandwich

The EASIEST Tuscan Chicken Pasta | Done in Half an Hour! In today's video, I show you how to make an easy Tuscan Chicken Pasta Recipe in just 30 minutes. This is a quick and easy pasta recipes that is creamy and packed with a whole depth of flavour. If you're looking for an easy pasta recipe for a quick weeknight dinner then this is it! See the link to the full written recipe below and enjoy! Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more easy and tasty recipes! 🍴 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/PinchofMintCookingChannel Become a Mint Member - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2Tl5X3t4TacCEcBZ5MRzSQ/join 📖 Full Written Recipe: https://www.pinchofmint.com/post/the-easiest-tuscan-chicken-pasta-done-in-half-an-hour 💬 Let us know in the comments how yours turned out! My Equipment Exclusive 10% off discount for Hexclad For first time customers https://hexclad.com/MINT Custom Chopping Board – Love my chopping board? You can get your own handcrafted piece from NJB Wood Designs! Find them at Alnwick Market every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and at Newcastle Quayside Market every Sunday. @njb.wooddesign on TikTok Follow: Website: https://www.pinchofmint.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pinch_of_mint/ @pinch_of_mint TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pinchofmint Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinchofmint/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/PinchOfMint Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/Pinch_Of_Mint/_created/ This is a one pan Tuscan chicken pasta. It's simple, it's fast, and it tastes like it took twice the time. Here's everything you're going to need. Two chicken breasts, three cloves of minced garlic, 120 gram of chopped sun-dried tomatoes, some salt, some black pepper, some olive oil, 50 g of Parmesan cheese, 200 ml of cream, 250 ml of chicken stock, 60 g of baby spinach, and 250 g of dried pasta. So, we'll begin with two skinless and boneless chicken breasts. And we're just going to season them on both sides with salt and black pepper. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Once it's cooked, take it out the pan and leave it to rest. We'll come back to that later to slice it up. In the same pan, turn the heat down to low and add in one tbsp of the oil from the jar of the sun-dried tomatoes. Then three cloves of minced garlic. Cook that out for about a minute. Then add in 120 g of sliced sun-dried tomatoes. Stir them through. And then we need to deglaze the pan with 250 ml of chicken stock. Using a wooden spoon, scrape the brown bit from the bottom of the pan because that's all flavour. Let the stock reduce slightly for a couple of minutes. Then add 200 ml of cream and bring it to a slow simmer. Don't boil it, just enough heat to warm it through. While the sauce simmers, cook 250 g of dried pasta in salted boiling water. I'm using rigatoni, but any short dried pasta will work well for this. Cook until just before al dente, so 2 to 3 minutes less than the packet instructions. Reserve a little bit of the pasta water before draining and remove the sauce from the heat. Add in 60 g of grated parmesan to the cream sauce and stir until it melts along with the drained pasta, the baby spinach, and some of the reserved pasta water. And now we need to slice the chicken. Slice it up and place it into the pan. Then stir everything together and place it back over a low heat until the sauce thickens and coats the pasta. Serve in bowls and finish with a bit more parmesan, some fresh basil leaves, and some cracked black pepper if you like. That's it. Creamy, balanced, and ready in under 30 minutes. If you do try this one, let me know how it goes. Subscribe for new recipes, and I'll see you in the next one. The music used in this video is selected from Epidemic Sound. Explore yourself: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/z4ralr/ Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the channel! #tuscanchickenpasta #pastarecipes #easydinner

Learn how to make classic French Crème Caramel - silky smooth, rich in flavour, and easier than you think! This timeless custard dessert is topped with a glossy layer of deep amber caramel and melts in your mouth with every spoonful. In this video, I’ll guide you step-by-step through the process of making perfect crème caramel at home - no special equipment needed. Whether you’re new to baking or want to master a restaurant-quality dessert, this recipe has you covered. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more easy and tasty recipes! 🍴 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/PinchofMintCookingChannel Become a Mint Member - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2Tl5X3t4TacCEcBZ5MRzSQ/join 📖 Full Written Recipe: https://www.pinchofmint.com/post/cr%C3%A8me-caramel-recipe-smooth-silky-and-easy-to-make 💬 Let us know in the comments how yours turned out! My Equipment Exclusive 10% off discount for Hexclad For first time customers https://hexclad.com/MINT Custom Chopping Board – Love my chopping board? You can get your own handcrafted piece from NJB Wood Designs! Find them at Alnwick Market every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and at Newcastle Quayside Market every Sunday. @njb.wooddesign on TikTok Follow: Website: https://www.pinchofmint.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pinch_of_mint/ @pinch_of_mint TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pinchofmint Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinchofmint/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/PinchOfMint Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/Pinch_Of_Mint/_created/ The music used in this video is selected from Epidemic Sound. Explore yourself: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/z4ralr/ Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the channel! #crèmecaramel #frenchdessert #classicdesserts

Salted Caramel Sauce 50g x Caster Sugar 15g x Unsalted Butter 65ml x Double/Heavy Cream Pinch of Salt Method To make the Salted Caramel, place the caster sugar into a saucepan over low heat. Melt the sugar until it reaches an amber colour, pour in the cream and add the butter. Stir until you have a smooth sauce. Mix in a pinch of salt. #saltedcarmel #saltedcaramelsauce #cooking

This Might Be the Best Grilled Cheese I've Ever Made You’ve never had grilled cheese like THIS before. In today’s recipe, I fuse the deep, savoury richness of French onion soup with the ultimate comfort food: a perfectly golden, crispy grilled cheese sandwich. We’re talking caramelised onions, layers of melty cheese, and buttery, toasted sourdough. I hope you enjoy it! Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more easy and tasty recipes! 🍴 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/PinchofMintCookingChannel Become a Mint Member - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2Tl5X3t4TacCEcBZ5MRzSQ/join 📖 Full Written Recipe: https://www.pinchofmint.com/post/i-combined-french-onion-soup-grilled-cheese-it-s-insane 💬 Let us know in the comments how yours turned out! My Equipment Exclusive 10% off discount for Hexclad For first time customers https://hexclad.com/MINT Custom Chopping Board – Love my chopping board? You can get your own handcrafted piece from NJB Wood Designs! Find them at Alnwick Market every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and at Newcastle Quayside Market every Sunday. @njb.wooddesign on TikTok Follow: Website: https://www.pinchofmint.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pinch_of_mint/ @pinch_of_mint TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pinchofmint Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinchofmint/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/PinchOfMint Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/Pinch_Of_Mint/_created/ The music used in this video is selected from Epidemic Sound. Explore yourself: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/z4ralr/ Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the channel!

I make THIS when I'm too LAZY to COOK We've all been there - it's dinner time, you're exhausted, and the last thing you want to do is cook something complicated. This is my go-to lazy meal that hits the spot every time. Minimal effort, maximum flavour, and no fancy ingredients required.If you’re looking for something quick, satisfying, and actually worth making when you can't be bothered - this is it. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more easy and tasty recipes! 🍴 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/PinchofMintCookingChannel Become a Mint Member - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2Tl5X3t4TacCEcBZ5MRzSQ/join 📖 Full Written Recipe: https://www.pinchofmint.com/post/too-lazy-to-cook 💬 Let us know in the comments how yours turned out! My Equipment Exclusive 10% off discount for Hexclad For first time customers https://hexclad.com/MINT Custom Chopping Board – Love my chopping board? You can get your own handcrafted piece from NJB Wood Designs! Find them at Alnwick Market every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and at Newcastle Quayside Market every Sunday. @njb.wooddesign on TikTok Follow: Website: https://www.pinchofmint.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pinch_of_mint/ @pinch_of_mint TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pinchofmint Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinchofmint/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/PinchOfMint Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/Pinch_Of_Mint/_created/ The music used in this video is selected from Epidemic Sound. Explore yourself: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/z4ralr/ Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the channel! #lazycooking #nofussrecipe #lastminutedinner

Looking for the ultimate spring or summer comfort dish? In this video, we’ll show you how to make the perfect pea risotto - creamy, al dente, and bursting with sweet, fresh pea flavour. Whether you're a home cook or a foodie looking to sharpen your risotto game, this step-by-step guide has you covered. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more easy and tasty recipes! 🍴 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/PinchofMintCookingChannel Become a Mint Member - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2Tl5X3t4TacCEcBZ5MRzSQ/join 📖 Full Written Recipe: https://www.pinchofmint.com/post/how-to-cook-a-perfect-pea-risotto 💬 Let us know in the comments how yours turned out! My Equipment Exclusive 10% off discount for Hexclad For first time customers https://hexclad.com/MINT Custom Chopping Board – Love my chopping board? You can get your own handcrafted piece from NJB Wood Designs! Find them at Alnwick Market every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and at Newcastle Quayside Market every Sunday. @njb.wooddesign on TikTok Follow: Website: https://www.pinchofmint.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pinch_of_mint/ @pinch_of_mint TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pinchofmint Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinchofmint/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/PinchOfMint Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/Pinch_Of_Mint/_created/ The music used in this video is selected from Epidemic Sound. Explore yourself: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/z4ralr/ Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the channel! #pearisotto #risotto #risottorecipe

Learn how to make soft, fluffy homemade doughnuts filled with creamy custard and tangy rhubarb compote. This step-by-step recipe is perfect for beginners or anyone craving a nostalgic, bakery-style treat. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more easy and tasty recipes! 🍴 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/PinchofMintCookingChannel Become a Mint Member - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2Tl5X3t4TacCEcBZ5MRzSQ/join 📖 Full Written Recipe: https://www.pinchofmint.com/post/homemade-rhubarb-and-custard-doughnuts-recipe-step-by-step 💬 Let us know in the comments how yours turned out! My Equipment Exclusive 10% off discount for Hexclad For first time customers https://hexclad.com/MINT Custom Chopping Board – Love my chopping board? You can get your own handcrafted piece from NJB Wood Designs! Find them at Alnwick Market every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and at Newcastle Quayside Market every Sunday. @njb.wooddesign on TikTok Follow: Website: https://www.pinchofmint.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pinch_of_mint/ @pinch_of_mint TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pinchofmint Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinchofmint/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/PinchOfMint Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/Pinch_Of_Mint/_created/ The music used in this video is selected from Epidemic Sound. Explore yourself: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/z4ralr/ Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the channel! The Ultimate Rhubarb & Custard Doughnut Recipe (Easy!) #rhubarbandcustard #doughnuts #doughnutsrecipe

Satay Chicken Skewers Ingredients 2 x Chicken Breasts 175g x Smooth Peanut Butter 100ml x Warm Water 30ml x Light Soy Sauce 30ml x Lemon or Lime Juice 1 tsp x Turmeric Fresh Coriander to Garnish Method Soak wooden skewers in cold water for 30 minutes before cooking. Butterfly the chicken breast and cut into thin strips. Place into a mixing bowl. Whisk together the peanut butter, warm water, soy sauce and lemon or lime juice in a saucepan until smooth. Cook over low heat for 3 to 4 minutes. Keep 1/4 of the sauce back for dipping and use the rest to coat the chicken. Skewer the chicken strips and arrange on a grilling tray. Grill for 6 to 8 minutes turning halfway through until golden and cooked through. Serve with fresh coriander.

Lamb Burgers Makes 4 Ingredients For the Lamb Burgers 475g x Lamb Mince 1 x Small Red Onion (grated) 2 x Garlic Cloves (minced) 15g x Mint Leaves (chopped) 15g x Parsley (chopped) 4g x Ground Cumin 4g x ground Coriander Salt & Black Pepper For the Mint Yoghurt Sauce 20g x Mint Leaves 15g x Coriander Pinch of Salt 15g x Caster Sugar 10ml x White Wine Vinegar 50ml x Boiling Water 280g x Greek Yoghurt Note: This is quite a large batch of sauce, so feel free to half the recipe. To Assemble 4 x Burger Buns Iceberg Lettuce (shredded) Cucumber (sliced) Tomato (sliced) Red Onion (sliced) Method 1. Make the Lamb Patties In a large mixing bowl, combine the lamb mince, grated onion, garlic, mint, parsley, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until everything is evenly incorporated.Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into balls. Chill in the fridge until ready to cook. 2. Prepare the Mint Yoghurt Sauce In a jug or food processor, combine the mint, coriander, salt, sugar, vinegar, and boiling water. Blend until smooth.Stir the herb mixture through the Greek yoghurt until well combined. Cover and refrigerate until serving time. 3. Cook the Burgers Heat a frying pan over high heat. Add the lamb balls and flatten them into patties using a spatula.Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until nicely browned and cooked through. 4. Assemble the Burgers Toast the burger buns. Spread a little mint yoghurt sauce on the bottom half of each bun.Layer with sliced cucumber, then a lamb burger, a spoonful more sauce, tomato slices, shredded lettuce, and red onion. Top with the other half of the bun. Tom’s Tip: Toss the shredded lettuce in a spoonful of the mint yoghurt sauce before adding it to your burger—it makes a quick, delicious slaw-like layer that takes it to the next level.