Recipes

Food : Jax Hamilton / Photo : Stephen Goodenough

Chocolate & Rum Fondants w Orange Zest Custard

A well presented fondant can be the most impressive dessert on your table.  With a deep cake crust and molten centre oozing chocolate, it really is a mouthgasm on a spoon!  Paired with my orange infused custard, prepare yourself for dessert heaven.

  • Prep Time: 40 min + Chillin
  • Cook time: 15 min
  • Serves: 4
Food by Jax Hamilton // Photography : Daniela Aebli

Dark Chocolate Tiramisu Roll – No bake

If like me, you’re not a fabulous baker (all that precision and patience – ain’t nobody got time for that!), then try this decadent, no bake dessert. Essentially a tiramisu but in a roll – wonderful to present on the table for a special occasion or just because.

  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook time: 2 hrs +
  • Serves: Big Knickers!
Food : Jax Hamilton // Photos : Daniela Aebli

Feta -or Chicken, Avocado & Cucumber Noodle Salad

When meat isn’t a requirement but “WOW!” is – this summer salad brings personality and texture. If you’re a meat eater add some cooked shredded chicken or a vegan can skip the feta and sprinkle over chickpeas (roasted chickpeas are divine) instead.

  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook time: 00 min
  • Serves: 2
Food : Jax Hamilton / Photo : David Baird

Banging Brussels

Gone are the days when these little green gems were boiled to death before the chicken even hit the oven.  This recipe takes Brussel sprouts to a brand new level of delicious.  Great during the cold winter months when they’re in season, as this recipe punches sunshine, personality and flavour into every mouthful.

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook time: 15 min
  • Serves: 4
Walnut Dukkah - Jax Hamilton Cooks

Smoked Walnut Dukkah

Every Autumn I have an abundance of walnuts & there’s nothing like a jar of freshly blended dukkah. I sprinkle this mix over soft cheese for platters, salads or hot pasta for flavour & texture.  As a marinade with oil over grilled fish or chicken. When roasting potatoes or veggies a spoonful over 5 minutes before I remove them from the oven. Otherwise, lovely with fresh bread and warm olive oil.

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook time: 10 min
  • Serves: 10 - 12