Crispy Saffron Potatoes with Garlic Aioli
Golden, crisp potatoes infused with delicate saffron create an elegant alternative to traditional match-day sides.
Serves: 4–6
Ingredients
For the potatoes:
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- 750g baby potatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp saffron threads
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
For the aioli:
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- 150ml mayonnaise
- 1 garlic clove, finely grated
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Sea salt
Method
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- Preheat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan) / Gas Mark 6.
- Warm the saffron in 1 tbsp hot water for a few minutes.
- Toss the potatoes with olive oil, saffron, smoked paprika, salt and pepper.
- Arrange in the Circulon Infinity Pan and roast for 35–40 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crisp.
- Stir together the mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice and salt.
- Serve the potatoes warm with the garlic aioli alongside.
Halloumi and Roasted Pepper Bites
Sweet roasted peppers and golden halloumi create a colourful small plate perfect for summer entertaining.
Serves: 6
Ingredients
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- 225g halloumi, cut into cubes
- 2 red peppers, sliced
- 1 yellow pepper, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp chilli flakes
- Fresh mint leaves
- Sea salt and black pepper
Method
- Heat the Circulon Infinity Pan over a medium heat.
- Add the peppers with olive oil and cook for 8–10 minutes until softened and lightly charred.
- Add the halloumi and continue cooking until golden on all sides.
- Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with chilli flakes.
- Finish with torn mint leaves and serve immediately.
Mini Meatballs with Rich Tomato Sauce
Perfectly bite-sized and ideal for sharing, these mini meatballs feel comforting yet elevated.
Serves: 6–8
Ingredients
For the meatballs:
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- 500g beef mince
- 50g fresh breadcrumbs
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- Sea salt and black pepper
For the sauce:
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- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 400g chopped tomatoes
- 1 tbsp tomato purée
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Method
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- Combine all meatball ingredients and roll into small bite-sized balls.
- Heat olive oil in the Circulon Infinity Pan and brown the meatballs for 5–6 minutes.
- Remove and set aside.
- Add garlic, tomatoes, tomato purée and oregano to the pan and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Return the meatballs and cook for a further 10–12 minutes until cooked through.
- Scatter with fresh parsley before serving.
Sticky Glazed Chicken Skewers
Sweet, savoury and lightly caramelised, these skewers are designed for effortless sharing.
Serves: 6
Ingredients:
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- 700g chicken thigh fillets, cut into chunks
- Wooden skewers
For the glaze:
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- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sweet chilli sauce
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- Juice of 1 lime
To garnish:
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- Sesame seeds
- Fresh coriander
Method
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- Combine all glaze ingredients in a bowl.
- Thread chicken pieces onto skewers and coat generously.
- Heat the Circulon Infinity Pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook the skewers for approximately 10–12 minutes, turning regularly until caramelised and cooked through.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and fresh coriander before serving.
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