It's that time of the year when we reach for sweaters and sweatshirts to ward off the chill. The sudden drop in temperature beckons us to retreat to the comfort of our beds, nestled under covers, yearning for something delightful to eat. The cold weather also stirs up a desire for indulgent comfort foods. There's an innate craving for simple, nourishing, and warm dishes to relish during the chilly season. If you're pondering which delectable dishes would be perfect for such occasions, worry not! Choosing from a wide selection of seasonal produce like pears, guavas, red grapes and vegetables like yams, pumpkin and beetroot, can allow one to get creative in the kitchen and conjure some lip-smacking meals with unique flavour combinations with Amazon Fresh. Customers will not only have access to a wide selection of fresh and quality products but also value and convenience of doorstep delivery.
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Beetroot Orange Salad
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With an earthy flavour from roasted beetroot and fresh, juicy orange segments to complement flavour and colour, this salad – dotted with feta cheese and pickled onions, is the ultimate winter treat to enjoy for lunch. Add any herbs like chopped mint, basil or dill on top to enhance the flavour of your warm winter salad plate or eat it cold during times when you’re craving a snack in the evening.
Pumpkin Prawn Curry
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Tender, plump prawns simmered with cubes of pumpkin in a coconut-loaded curry is not just an easy supper for hectic days. This Kerala-style prawn curry with the classic flavours of curry leaves, mustard seeds and just a hint of spice from the cinnamon and red chilli, is ideal to make any meal feel special and full of flavour. You could also substitute the pumpkin in the curry with yam or turnips, for days when you want to bulk up the curry and make the most of these winter root vegetables.
Sri Lankan Egg Curry
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What makes this egg curry different from most of its counterparts, is the use of fresh turmeric root to make a paste for the gravy. Poached eggs that are simmered in a paste made with shallots, garlic, green chillies, turmeric root and lemongrass – is sure to deliver robust flavours, as promised. Pair this creamy egg curry with steamed basmati rice, parathas or even toasted bread for an unusual but quick brunch over the weekend; or even as a light supper for when you have guests over.
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Winter Fruit Salad With Honey-Lime Dressing
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Combine juicy pears, some pomegranate arils, and apple cubes. Drizzle the ensemble with a delightful Honey-Lime Dressing made from honey, lime zest, lime juice, and a hint of poppy seeds. Gently toss, chill for 30 minutes, and serve. Top it off with a sprinkle of fresh mint for a finishing touch. This refreshing dessert captures the diverse essence of winter, delivering a symphony of tastes and textures that will elevate your culinary experience.Top of Form
Guava Cheese
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The season to be jolly is fast approaching but guava cheese is a delicious indulgence that needs no occasion to be enjoyed. Pick out the choicest of pink guavas to combine with sugar and slow cook until it reaches a fudgy consistency, resembling toffee. Here’s a hot tip: stuff the cubes of cooled guava cheese into a warm, toasty grilled cheese sandwich for a sweet-salty explosion of flavours that is beyond addictive!