MEAT RECIPES

article

My favourite recipe ingredient! There are so many ways to add huge hits of flavour when cooking meat, be it the spices, marinades, or the cut of meat you use or the way you cook it. Such variety and so many possibilities.

CHEESE, POTATO AND ONION PIES

These deeply satisfying pies are so utterly British, the ultimate comfort veggie meal.

View Recipe

CHICKEN AND MUSHROOM POT PIES

These warming and hearty pot pies are filled with succulent chicken, chestnut mushrooms in a delicious creamy sauce.

View Recipe

Braised Hare & Pearl Barley with Foie Gras & Pickled Quince

Hare has such a strong, gamey flavour, it’s one of those ingredients that people love or hate. It works brilliantly with pearl barley, which is a favourite at The Hand & Flowers.

View Recipe

Chicken, Bacon & Pistachio Pie

This pie looks impressive but it’s actually very easy to make and tastes fantastic.

View Recipe

BARBECUED CHICKEN WINGS THREE WAYS

These barbecued chicken wings are light, fresh and packed with punchy flavours. Pile them high and dig in!

View Recipe

ROAST PORK BELLY WITH FENNEL SLAW & POTATOES

I’m a huge fan of pork belly as I think it has the perfect meat to fat ratio. Lemony salad potatoes and a crunchy slaw complete this weekend feast.

View Recipe

MINCED BEEF & ONION POT PIES

These individual pies look amazing and taste even better, yet they are easy to prepare, using ready-made puff pastry.

View Recipe

LEMON PEPPER CHICKEN WITH GREEN PEPPER SALSA

Lemon pepper chicken is one of those retro dishes that withstands the test of time because they taste good!

View Recipe

GREEK STYLE ROAST LAMB AND POTATOES

This one-tray wonder conjures up memories of great summer holidays. The ingredients are very simple, allowing the individual flavours to really sing out.

View Recipe

TOAD IN THE HOLE WITH ROASTED ONION AND ALE GRAVY

Succulent sausages encased in a giant fluffy golden Yorkshire pudding,

View Recipe

FILLET OF BEEF WITH HAND AND FLOWERS CHIPS

This is the Rolls-Royce of steak and chips!

View Recipe

BEER-CAN CHICKEN WITH GOCHUJANG BUTTER

For a twist on a traditional Sunday roast chicken – brushed with garlicky chilli butter.

View Recipe

SQUID AND CHORIZO SKEWERS

For a taste of Spanish holidays, charred squid is paired with Padrón peppers and spicy chorizo. Delicious!

View Recipe

T-BONE STEAK WITH BLACK PEPPER BUTTER

You just can’t beat a T-bone steak cooked on the barbecue.

View Recipe

BEEF SUYA SKEWERS

West African-inspired, with a spicy peanut mix that coats the beef skewers.

View Recipe

STUFFED SWEET POTATOES

Take baked spuds to new heights with these coal-cooked sweet potatoes filled with soured cream, chives, bacon and melted cheese.

View Recipe

THE ULTIMATE HOT DOG

These hot dogs are based on everyone’s favourite Christmas side: pigs in blankets.

View Recipe

LAMB KOFTAS

I love cooking lamb mince on the grill. It’s quite high in fat so the koftas won’t dry out and they crisp up wonderfully on the surface.

View Recipe

HERBY LEMON CHICKEN THIGHS

A real taste of the Mediterranean, with fresh herbs, extra virgin olive oil and a citrusy tang from preserved lemons.

View Recipe

SHAWARMA CHICKEN WRAP

A great barbecue twist on one of the world's most popular street foods.

View Recipe

SLOW ROASTED DUCK WITH DUCK FAT CHIPS AND GRAVY

Some dishes end up defining you, chef and restaurant. This is one of them.

View Recipe

FRIED CHICKEN IN A BASKET

My southern-fried twist on the classic chicken in a basket.

View Recipe

CHICKEN, TOMATO AND MOZZARELLA SALAD

The key to the success of this simple chicken, tomato and mozzarella salad is making sure the tomatoes are really ripe and tasty.

View Recipe

FLASH FRIED SIRLOIN STEAKS WITH MUSTARD SEED DRESSING

These thin quickly pan fried sirloin steaks are a great lunchtime treat.

View Recipe

STICKY PORK CHOPS

Sticky chops with great American smoky flavours, perfect with a fresh and crunchy slaw.

View Recipe

CHICKEN, HAM AND LEEK PIE

A straight forward pastry in this one, so don’t be shy – give it a go.

View Recipe

STEAK, RED ONION AND TOMATO SALAD

The sweet acidity of the tomatoes combined with the salty, meaty crust on the steak works brilliantly in this salad.

View Recipe

CHICKEN AND PRAWN GUMBO

It’s not a complicated gumbo recipe. It’s just full of flavour, so give it a go

View Recipe

GREEN CHILLI CON CARNE

I’ve always been drawn to the raw flavour and heat you get from green chillies and green peppers and they’re really great in this dish

View Recipe

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN

This easy, one-dish chicken dinner is like the top of a really good pizza – without the dough. It takes just a few minutes to throw together and is really tasty.

View Recipe

WEEKEND ROAST CHICKEN

This is a ‘weekend chicken’, because you need to start it the day before you want to eat it, but don’t let that put you off – the recipe is very easy.

View Recipe

HAY-BAKED CHICKEN AND ROASTED CELERIAC

This dish is so clean and simple. It tastes and smells like a gorgeously sweet hay field, which gives it an authentic, real flavour.

View Recipe

SLOW-ROASTED DUCK WITH POTATO PANCAKES

Everybody loves slow-roasted, crispy duck from a Chinese takeaway, but this is an English version for a more substantial main course.

View Recipe

SLOW ROASTED LAMB WITH BOULANGÈRE POTATOES

I think I can safely call it the ultimate family lunch!

View Recipe

TURKEY RAGU

A light version of spaghetti Bolognese using turkey mince, which is roasted for extra flavour and texture.

View Recipe

THAI GREEN CHICKEN CURRY

This is a tasty alternative to a takeaway, with plenty of interesting textures from the crunchy veg and bamboo shoots.

View Recipe

MALAYSIAN-STYLE BEEF CURRY

Here, galangal, tamarind and lemongrass introduce more subtle flavours than the often fiery heat of a classic Indian curry.

View Recipe

CHICKEN PHO

This Vietnamese pho is full of aromatic flavours, such as cinnamon, coriander, ginger and lemongrass, and topped with loads of fresh herbs

View Recipe

CHICKEN WITH ROASTED CAULIFLOWER

Full of flavour and with a great texture, roast cauliflower is the ideal partner for roast chicken.

View Recipe

BEEF AND STOUT STEW

There’s nothing quite like a comforting beef stew on a cold wintry day. Made with classic ingredients, this is a traditional stew with big, bold flavours.

View Recipe

GAMMON STEAKS AND FRIED DUCK EGGS

This is a smartened up version of the ham-and-egg teas of my childhood.

View Recipe

RIBEYE STEAK CHASSEUR

The crumble topping lends that all-important crunch that compliments rich flavour and robust texture.

View Recipe

PIRI PIRI CHICKEN WITH LITTLE GEM SALAD

Who doesn’t love piri piri chicken? This is such a great recipe, a real favourite of mine for when that hot, hot chicken craving hits.

View Recipe

LAMB SHANK HOT POT

Here I’ve recreated that old-school favourite, Lancashire hot pot, using a different cut of lamb.

View Recipe

MOROCCAN CHICKEN WITH CAULIFLOWER COUSCOUS

This dish is good warm or cold, so it’s ideal for a substantial packed lunch the next day too.

View Recipe

SPICY CHILLI WITH GREEN BEANS

This is a real favourite in our house. It’s simple to make and layered with so many deliciously spicy flavours.

View Recipe

SHEPHERD’S PIE WITH CAULIFLOWER TOPPING

With spicy merguez sausages simmered with the lamb and a creamy cauliflower purée topping enriched with tangy blue cheese, it really hits the spot!

View Recipe

TURKEY BURGERS WITH KOHLRABI SLAW

These burgers are easy to make and just as good as a normal burger for a weeknight tea or a summer barbecue.

View Recipe

PAPRIKA ROAST RIB OF PORK

I love to serve this on a cold evening with some mashed potato made with a little smoked butter. Pure pleasure!

View Recipe

BARNSLEY CHOPS WITH CUMIN AND CORIANDER

They’re double chops so they satisfy the hungriest of appetites and their naturally sweet fat keeps them succulent and tasty.

View Recipe

CALVES’ LIVER WITH SAGE AND ONION FRITTERS

The fritters have a great crispy texture to contrast with the meltingly soft and luscious calf’s liver.

View Recipe

CÔTE DE BOEUF

Côte de Boeuf is a single, large rib of beef. It’s high in fat so it’s very juicy and full of flavour.

View Recipe

CLASSIC CHICKEN KYIV

Who doesn’t love chicken Kiev? I think it’s the best thing ever!

View Recipe

JERK CHICKEN AND TOMATO SALAD

The punchy coating and seasoning with a fiery Caribbean heat.

View Recipe

SLOW ROASTED LAMB WITH HOT FENNEL RELISH

Slow roasting lamb allows all of those lovely flavours and juices to render and mix together.

View Recipe

LAMB TAGINE WITH CHICKPEAS

Lamb stands up well to strong flavours like the harissa and dried mint in this aromatic tagine.

View Recipe

PORK STEW WITH A SMOKED CHEESE CRUST

A tasty stew with a cheesy, crunchy topping, a brilliant one-dish dinner.

View Recipe

BEEF STROGANOFF

This recipe is so rich and luxurious it feels special, and yet it’s easy to make.

View Recipe

STICKY DRUMSTICKS

Malty and sticky, these guys are great for a BBQ or party.

View Recipe

JERK CHICKEN

The spice is the bringer of flavour to this party.

View Recipe

SHEPHERD’S PIE

A British classic! Done properly, this is a dish to be proud of.

View Recipe

WHOLE SATAY CHICKEN

A little spicy, nutty and naughty! Cooked slowly, so you’ll need to be patient.

View Recipe

COTTAGE PIE WITH BLUE CHEESE MASH

The classic comfort food, this one with added blue cheese and a dash of curry powder.

View Recipe