Sophie de Jong, Author at thefarmingchefs

Coriander and Cashew Spread | Easy Farm-Style Recipe

Learn how to make this vibrant Coriander and Cashew Spread — a chunky, flavorful, and nutrient-packed spread that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or light lunches. Made with fresh coriander, crunchy cashew nuts, and a touch of honey, this simple from-scratch recipe is packed with antioxidants, protein, and pure joy!

Homemade Zhoug (Zhug) Recipe | Coriander and Chilli Paste

Learn how to make homemade Zhoug (also spelled Zhug) — a bold, spicy, and aromatic coriander and chilli paste that’s packed with flavor! This easy, from-scratch recipe uses fresh ingredients and simple techniques straight from the farm kitchen. Perfect for adding a delicious kick to your stews, roasted vegetables, and grilled meats.

Aromatic Making Coriander and Lemongrass Curry Paste

Create a vibrant, flavorful, and aromatic coriander and lemongrass paste completely from scratch! This nutrient-dense curry paste is packed with fresh herbs, spices, and natural oils — with no additives, preservatives, or artificial ingredients. Made with just real, whole foods, it’s a clean, homemade alternative to store-bought curry pastes, delivering maximum flavor and nourishment. Perfect for boosting your curries, soups, and marinades with pure, fresh taste straight from your own kitchen.

Rhubarb & Lettuce Cake with Mascarpone Frosting

Rhubarb & Lettuce Cake with Mascarpone Frosting This rhubarb and lettuce cake is the sweet surprise you didn’t see coming. With blanched lettuce blended into a batter of almond flour, […]

Creamy Pumpkin, Potato Lettuce Soup

This lettuce soup with creamy potato and pumpkin is surprisingly comforting, wholesome, and full of flavour. Made with roasted butternut, sautéed aromatics, and finished with crisp lettuce stirred in at the last minute, it’s a velvety blend of earthy sweetness and fresh crunch. Perfect for colder days or as a creative way to use up garden greens.

Lettuce and Tatsoi Stir Fry

When you’ve got greens to use and only five minutes to spare, this lettuce and tatsoi stir fry is your best friend. Quick, garlicky, and bursting with umami, it turns humble leafy greens into a side dish you’ll keep coming back to—especially when cooked in rich chicken fat and finished with a splash of soy. Add chilli if you’re feeling bold!

lettuce gyoza

These lettuce gyoza are a delicious, low-carb twist on traditional dumplings—made with soft lettuce leaves instead of wrappers, filled with savoury fried rice and herbs, then steamed to perfection. Served with a sweet soy garlic glaze, they’re light, satisfying, and perfect for using up leftover rice!