Ingredients

Got some stuff in the fridge but not sure what to make? Well, we're here to give you the answer. Whether you're trying to work out what to make with the bits and bobs knocking about at the back of your cupboard or you're scouring the shelves at Tesco, we've got a collection for just about any ingredient you can think of. Okay, not every ingredient - but a lot, that's for sure. Have a look now and work out what you're going to make for dinner tonight. Whatever it is, it'll be delicious.
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Celery Recipes
Celery might be underrated, but it’s incredibly versatile. Add its crunchy freshness to salads, stuff the stalks with cream cheese, or use it as a base for soups and stews. Sauté it with carrots and onions for a classic mirepoix, or pickle it for a tangy topping. Celery’s subtle flavour pairs beautifully with peanut butter for snacks or with blue cheese in a vibrant salad. From raw to roasted, this veg adds texture and depth to any dish.
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Curry Powder Recipes
Curry powder is a spice blend that adds warmth and complexity to any dish. Use it to season meats, stir it into soups, or sprinkle it over roasted veggies. Perfect for curries, stews, or even spicing up popcorn, it’s a pantry staple that brings bold, aromatic flavour to the table.
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Mozzarella Recipes
Mozzarella is one of our favourite cheeses and all of these simple recipes bring out the best of this mild and creamy Italian cheese.
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Sausage Recipes
Sausages. They make the world go wrong. These easy sausage recipes are just what you need right now. Sausage and mash made simple? Yep, we've got it. Sausage pasta recipes? We've got heaps of them too. If you've got a packet of sausages in your possession and don't know what to cook for dinner, this collection of recipes with sausages should hopefully provide you with a little meal time inspiration. Nothing hits the spot, after all, like a simple sausage traybake and you'll find plenty of them nestled within these pork sausage recipes for dinner. There's even a couple of sausage casserole recipes that'll see you through the colder months of the year.
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Chicken Breast Recipes
Lean and healthy chicken breast is an excellent ingredient to have in the kitchen. We've used it in a range of healthy curries and other easy high-protein recipes. Chicken recipes don't have to be boring. Or complicated. These easy chicken breast recipes are extremely delicious and prove why chicken breasts are actually one of the best ingredients you can have in the kitchen when you’re after a quick hit of protein. Whether you're after some delicious stuffed chicken recipes (like our mega chicken kiev recipe) or some slow cooker chicken breast recipes, you've come to the right place. Get cooking.
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Avocado Recipes
Avocado's good for more than just brunch. These avocado recipes bring the best out of that subtly, creamy vegetable.
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Harissa Recipes
Harissa is a versatile ingredient. You can throw this hot chilli pepper paste into just about everything. We've used it wisely in our spiciest harissa recipes. These simple harissa recipes are a great way to use this spice paste in a variety of different ways. Want to know how to cook with harissa? How about harissa chicken? Harissa pasta? Harissa Shepherd's pie? The sky's the limit with this collection of harissa recipes.
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Chilli Oil Recipes
Chilli oil is a spicy, aromatic condiment that enhances everything it touches. Drizzle it over noodles, dumplings, or pizzas for a fiery kick. Stir it into soups, marinades, or salad dressings for extra heat. Homemade or store-bought, it’s a simple way to add flavour and spice to your meals.
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Egg Yolk Recipes
The magic maker in creamy sauces, golden bakes, and velvety custards. A rich, silky delight that’s all about indulgence. An underrated ingredient.
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Cabbage Recipes
This beautiful brassica is one of the most versatile vegetables. You can pickle it and put it in a kebab or simply slather it in miso and whack it on the grill. Cabbage is great stuff, Mob. You can have it as a dinner all by itself or use it as a tasty side dish to add some health to the table. And these easy cabbage recipes will show you all the different things you can do with this vegetable. From miso grilled cabbage recipe to a tangy homemade cabbage kimchi recipe, these simple cabbage recipes are simply wonderful. We've got white cabbage recipes, red cabbage recipes, and hispi cabbage recipes all ready and waiting for you. What can you cook with cabbage? So much.
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Dill Recipes
Dill deserves more credit than it gets. It's an essential part of so many cuisines – Greek, Scandinavian and Eastern European, just to name a few. Our dill recipes show just how versatile this herb is; we've added it into stews, sprinkled it on salads and stirred it into sauces. Yum.
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Sourdough Recipes
Sourdough is beloved for its tangy flavour and chewy texture, and it makes a great addition to loads of dishes. Baking sourdough is a rewarding experience, and with these recipes, you can enjoy fresh, homemade bread that’s full of flavour.
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Skinless Chicken Thigh Recipes
Skinless chicken thighs are versatile and packed with flavour. Marinate them for grilling, roast them for juicy meals, or simmer them in curries and stews. Use them in stir-fries, tacos, or casseroles for a lean protein option. Their tender texture makes them a favourite for quick, satisfying meals.
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Prawn Recipes
From our popular sweet and sour prawns to banging prawn tacos and a stellar prawn and chorizo linguine, these are our favourite prawn recipes. We've got plenty of king prawn recipes for when you're feeling flush as well as more simple prawn recipes when all you want is a quick and easy dinner. These prawn recipes are packed with protein and flavour and an easy way to get more seafood into your diet. They’re a really wonderful ingredient and these recipes with prawns are shrimply the best.
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Butternut Squash Recipes
Want the best butternut squash recipes? Of course, you do. The butternut squash is a naturally sweet and nutty vegetable that can be used in a range of different dishes. When it's in season, there's not many better vegetables out there. We love caramelising butternut squash until it's sweet and sticky but we also love slow cooking it in a curry until it's super soft and tender. From our signature butternut mac and cheese to a simple curried squash soup, this collection of butternut squash recipes will see you through the autumn and winter. You'll know all the secrets of how to cook a butternut squash in no time, Mob. Grab one today and get cooking these gorgeous squash recipes.
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Pea Recipes
Want to make something delicious with that bag of peas you've got in the freezer? We've thrown together all of our best pea recipes here in one easy, peasy (sorry) collection. From pea and ham hock soup to mushy pea linguine, we've got plenty of pea-packed recipes here for you to enjoy.
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Garam Masala Recipes
Garam masala is a fragrant spice blend that transforms ordinary dishes into something extraordinary. Its warm, aromatic notes are perfect for curries, lentil soups, and marinades. Sprinkle it over roasted vegetables, stir it into creamy yoghurt dips, or use it to season meats for a bold, spicy kick. With cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves at its core, garam masala brings a depth of flavour that’s comforting and exotic, making it a must-have for global-inspired cooking.
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Cauliflower Recipes
From a whole roasted cauliflower to a tidy cauliflower korma traybake, these are our best cauliflower recipes and our tastiest cauliflower dishes. Who said vegetables couldn't be fun? There's a cauliflower soup recipe here that's going to blow your mind. Plus, a couple of really decadent stir-fried cauliflower recipes, a cauliflower pesto recipe, and a gorgeous cauliflower cheese. If you didn’t already know that cauliflower was one of the most versatile vegetables on the planet, you’re about to have your mind blown. And, yes, we know you can turn it into cauliflower rice but life’s too short to pretend that a bit of diced up brassica is as good as the real thing.
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Tortilla Recipes
Fresh homemade tortillas can elevate your tacos, quesadillas, and wraps to a whole new level. Add a tortilla to your recipe and watch it go from strength to strength.
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Apple Cider Vinegar Recipes
Apple cider vinegar might not be the sexiest ingredient but that doesn't mean it isn't essential. All well-stocked cupboards should have a bottle. And that's because it goes in salad dressings, marinades and even some desserts. Celebrate this humble ingredient with our apple cider vinegar recipes.
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Breadcrumb Recipes
Okay we know what you're thinking – why are we shouting about breadcrumbs? Because they're delicious – that's why. Not only can they add carb-y, butter-y goodness, they're also a great texture-bomb. That's why we're fans of sprinkling breadcrumbs over pasta and salads, or using them to coat fishcakes and schnitzels. We don't care how you use them, we just recommend that you do.
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Leek Recipes
We love leeks. They're sweet, vegetal, and more than capable of being the centrepiece of any meal. These are our very best leek recipes. We've got everything from leek orzo to a classic leek and potato soup recipe right here for you to explore. All of these leek dishes taste the best when leeks are in season – we’d recommend making the most of them while they're still around. Looking for the best leek dishes? From leek and potato soup to filo leek pie and creamy leek risotto, this is a selection of Mob’s best leek recipes.
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Halloumi Recipes
We're obsessed with halloumi recipes. From butter halloumi curry to halloumi saag aloo, these are the best halloumi recipes you'll ever eat. If you want to learn how to cook halloumi so that it's got the perfect, squeaky texture then simply follow the instructions on any of these simple halloumi recipes. You'll find everything from halloumi salad recipes to halloumi pasta recipes and easy grilled halloumi recipes in this collection. If it's a dish that can feasibly be made with halloumi, you can sure we'll have it right here. Happy eating.
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Pork Recipes
Pork is the most versatile (and delicious) meat. These are the best pork recipes we've been able to conjure up. Our pulled pork recipe and pork loin recipe are two that need to be seen (and eaten) to be believed. They're pork recipes for dinner that'll change the way you think about 'Babe'. We're talking nutritious and delicious pork chop recipes and pork belly recipes. Budget-friendly pork mince recipes. The lot. Whether it’s in the form of bacon, sausages, ham, chorizo, pork chop or any of the other various guises it comes in, pork is one of our favourite ingredients. If you’re cooking a dinner and need meat that’s affordable, filling, and high in protein then you should really consider pork. Frying up a few pork lardons and throwing them in a pasta is basically a cheat code to adding more flavour to your pasta and having a BLT for lunch is one of the strongest work from home moves you can make. These are the greatest recipes with pork we’ve ever made. Get ready to pig out.
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Chocolate Recipes
Want to know how to make the best-ever chocolate brownies? We've got a mega chocolate brownie recipe here with heaps of other rich and delicious chocolate recipes. Looking for a flourless chocolate cake recipe or a chocolate hazelnut doughnut recipe to add to your baking repertoire? Look no further. Whether you're a fan of dark chocolate decadence, velvety milk chocolate, or the perfect blend of both, our collection offers a diverse range of irresistible recipes. Discover the joy of baking and fall back in love with dessert with our easy breezy chocolate recipes.
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Beef Recipes
Please your inner cave-person with our collection of beef recipes. From the very best comfort food and the best beef stroganoff recipe in the world to a hearty steak and ale pie and juicy birria tacos, all of these beef dishes are diverse as they are delicious. We've got diced beef recipes for dinner as well as fancy beef dishes you can use to impress your guests. These popular beef recipes are serious business and a great way to find out how to cook beef for cheap. Whether you're in the mood for budget-friendly beef mince recipes (or as the Americans call them: ground beef recipes) or seeking the spotlight with show-stopping steak dishes, this selection has got you covered. We've got plenty of meaty and easy beef recipes with your name on them – all of them an excellent showcase of why beef is one of the best ingredients on the planet. Explore the myriad ways to cook beef, and let our collection be your guide to culinary cattle excellence. Gain confidence in the kitchen and elevate your beef-cooking skills with these straightforward yet sensational dinner dishes. Get ready to master the art of cooking beef and find out what beef is easy to cook.
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Chorizo Recipes
What does chorizo go well with? Just about everything. From a sausage and chorizo ragù to a stunning chorizo carbonara, these are the best chorizo recipes we've got. This fiery and smoky ingredient (which is popular in both Spanish and Mexican cooking) is a great way to add a nice depth to a range of different dishes. These chorizo meal ideas are incredible. You can chuck chorizo in an easy chilli con carne recipe to take it to new heights, you could add it into a chickpea stew for an extra hit of flavour, and you even deploy it in some homemade quesadillas. It’s popular in Mexican cooking and it’s not hard to see why.
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Bacon Recipes
We love bacon. It’s one of those ingredients which can fit so many different briefs and wear so many different hats that it’s hard to get tired of the stuff. It's tasty on its own but, as an ingredient, it's an excellent way to add a bit of a smoke and meat to any recipe. From the ultimate bacon sandwich recipe to the best BLT salad you'll ever eat, these are some of our very best bacon recipes. Whether you're a back bacon or streaky bacon fan, you'll find plenty to love here. All of these bacon dishes are delicious but if all you want is a bit of bacon and eggs? That’d be totally fine by us.
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Spaghetti Recipes
Spaghetti: it's everyone's favourite slurp-able pasta. And for good reason. From spaghetti bolognese to spaghetti vongole and spaghetti primavera, this collection of spaghetti recipes will hit the spot. These easy spaghetti recipes prove that the list of things that can be eaten with spaghetti is pretty much endless. You can’t beat these recipes using spaghetti and if you can then you should probably apply for a job here. If you’re a fan of quick and simple pasta recipes then this is the collection for you. Lovely dishes made using a lovely pasta shape. You can’t beat these noodles.
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Basmati Rice Recipes
Basmati rice is a fragrant staple that complements a wide variety of dishes. Serve it steamed alongside curries, stir it into biryanis, or use it in pilafs. Its fluffy texture and subtle aroma also make it ideal for fried rice, stuffed peppers, or as a base for hearty bowls.
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Crème Fraîche Recipes
What recipes use crème fraîche? All of these recipes. This collection of simple crème fraîche recipes spans from simple lunch recipes to tangy desserts and creamy pastas – all of which make the most of crème fraîche's naturally delicious flavour. You won't find a better selection than these recipes with crème fraîche.
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Fennel Recipes
Fennel. It's got a unique aniseed flavour that can add a little something-something to heaps of different dishes. Try out one of our best fennel recipes.
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Panko Breadcrumb Recipes
Panko breadcrumbs are the secret to the ultimate crunch. These Japanese-style crumbs are lighter and airier than regular breadcrumbs, giving your fried chicken, fish, or tofu a perfectly crispy coating. Use them in casseroles, to top mac and cheese, or even toast them for a crunchy salad sprinkle. Basically, they're great. Take a look at these recipes to see how you can incorporate them into your meals.
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Turmeric Recipes
Turmeric is something you need in your life. Earthy and slightly bitter, it’s the backbone of curries and marinades, but it’s just as good in soups, rice dishes, or even lattes. Beyond flavour, it’s a superfood loaded with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory powers. Give one of these recipes a go if you're in need of a bit of TLC.
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Chilli Recipes
Chilli brings that fiery kick that takes any dish from zero to hero. Just a pinch adds warmth, while a full hit can blow your taste buds away. Whether fresh, dried, or flaked, it’s a flavour powerhouse—perfect for sauces, marinades, or sprinkling on top for that spicy finish.
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Chipotle Chilli Recipes
Chipotle chillies are sweet, smoky, and a staple of Mexican cuisine. We've deployed the flavours chipotle in some classic examples of Mexican food as well as some extremely un-Mexican recipes. If you're a fan of cooking with a bit of spice then these chipotle recipes are exactly what you’re looking for. You won’t find a more vibrant (or spicier) collection of recipes with chipotle on the internet. Chipotle tuna quesadillas? You’re going to love them. Crispy honey chipotle chicken wings? They’re out of this world delicious. But, then again, so is every one of these chipotle recipes.
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Kale Recipes
Want to know how to cook kale? Here are some quick and simple kale recipes that'll make you see the leaf in a new light. It's nutritious, packed with flavour, and a great addition to any soup or salad. Kale is a serious powerhouse, Mob. Throw it into some of our very best kale soup recipes for a guaranteed good time.
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Pesto Recipes
From pesto gnocchi to creamy bacon pesto pasta and pesto sausage rolls, these are the best pesto recipes on the internet. Pesto is one of those things that can instantly turn a bowl of plain pasta into an acceptable meal. Want to know how to use pesto and how to make the most of its cheesy, nutty flavour? We've got you. Have an explore of this collection of our favourite pesto recipes and you'll not only learn what you can do with jarred pesto but you'll find out how to make red pesto and regular pesto from scratch. Our homemade pesto recipe is an absolute game changer, Mob.
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Sweet Potato Recipes
A simple sweet potato can be used in a variety of ways. From sweet potato gnocchi to creamy tahini sweet potatoes and sweet potato soup recipes, these are the best sweet potatoes recipes. What is the healthiest way to eat sweet potatoes? Probably baked. And plain. Which isn't much fun, to be honest. But what does sweet potato go well with? Just about everything. We've paired it with bacon, gnocchi, chicken, and plenty of easy-to-find ingredients. These easy sweet potato recipes bring out the best of that tuber's texture and flavour. Having sweet potato recipes for dinner might not sound all that exciting but tucking into a warming leek and sweet potato soup or a sweet potato stuffed with chickpea and aubergine curry does, doesn't it? These sweet potato recipes are as nutritious as they are delicious. Just please don't cover them with marshmallows like Americans do at Thanksgiving. That's not how to make sweet potatoes, it's a travesty.
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Self Raising Flour Recipes
Use it in cakes, biscuits, and scones for an effortless rise, or whip up fluffy pancakes and Yorkshire puddings. It’s also a great shortcut for pizza dough, quick breads, and even light batters for frying.
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Orange Recipes
One of our favourite fruits has got to be orange. Zest it up for desserts or add a citrusy twist in savoury dishes — it’s especially nice in duck or pork recipes. Feeling fancy? Reduce orange juice with a splash of soy sauce for a sticky, sweet sauce. Check out our selection of recipes which use oranges if you're on the hunt for a bit of inspo.
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Tenderstem Broccoli Recipes
Tenderstem broccoli is your weeknight hero. Roast it with chilli and garlic for bold flavours, or toss it into a stir-fry for crunch. Fancy? Steam and drizzle with sesame oil or top with toasted almonds. It’s the side dish that steals the show.