Step 1 Pat the beef dry then season all over with salt. In a large pan, heat the oil over a high heat. Spread the beef out and sear on both sides until lightly browned. Be patient and do this in batches to ensure the beef browns nicely and doesn’t stew in the pan. Step 2…

Step 1 To make the brine, place all of the ingredients in a large saucepan, pour in 2.5 litres of water and gradually bring to the boil, stirring until the sugar and salt dissolve. Once it has come to the boil, reduce to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and…

Step 1 Place all the ingredients for the spice paste ingredients in a small food processor and whizz until fine. Step 2 Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large heavy based pot over high heat. Add half the beef and brown, then remove onto plate. Repeat with remaining beef. Step 3 Lower heat to medium low. Add…

Step 1 To prepare the beef mixture, heat the oil in a frying pan and sauté the onion until lightly golden. Stir in the smoked paprika, cumin and coriander and cook for another minute or so. Step 2 To make the chilli salsa, place the tomatoes in a non-metallic bowl with the red onion, chopped coriander,…

Step 1 Mix together the chilli oil, chilli powder, paprika, sugar and the lime rind and juice in a shallow non-metallic dish. Add the steak to the chilli mixture and stir until well coated, then cover with clingfilm and leave to marinate in the fridge for 1-2 hours. Step 2 To make the chilli sauce, heat the…

Step 1 Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F/Gas 6. Place one tablespoon of the olive oil in a shallow non-metallic dish. Add the rosemary and most of the thyme, then season generously with black pepper. Add the minute steaks, turning to coat, then either use immediately (or cover with clingfilm and chill for up to 24…

Step 1 Place the minced beef in a bowl with the spring onions, Ras el-hanout, coriander and sesame seeds. Season to taste. Mix well to combine and then roll into 20 even-sized balls. Sprinkle the cornflour on a tray and roll the balls in it to lightly coat. Step 2 Heat the oil in a large…

Step 1 Place the garlic in a non-metallic dish with the lime rind and juice, cumin, coriander and paprika. Stir in half the olive oil. Fold in the beef strips and then cover with clingfilm and marinade for up to 2 hours (or overnight is best). Step 2 To make the fajitas, heat the remaining olive…

Step 1 Heat two tablespoons of the oil in a large frying pan and preheat the grill.  Fry the onions for 10 minutes until softened and golden, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle over the sugar and balsamic vinegar and then cook for another 2 minutes until the sugar has dissolved and is slightly syrupy, stirring continuously. Tip…