Kokova Magazine

If you're wistfully dreaming of your summer holiday and can't wait to shed your winter layers then it's time to get hot in the kitchen with some spicy recipes from GreenVale Farm Fresh.

Inspired by classic Spanish and Mexican cuisine these tasty dishes are great served together as a spicy feast for friends or a simple supper the whole family will enjoy.

For a healthy, fresh taste try a tempting GreenVale Farm Fresh Potato Tortilla.

Packed full of flavour with mouth-watering mature cheddar cheese, sweet red onion and a spicy kick from a sprinkling of chilli flakes, this potato tortilla is perfect for slicing into portions and serving with a crunchy salad for a family supper, summer barbeque or why not enjoy cold and take a slice into work for lunch.

If you want to really pack a punch then serve up a dish full of GreenVale Farm Fresh Spicy Nachos Wedges.

These chunky wedges are loaded with the tastes of Mexico including smoky paprika, hot chilli, cumin and as many jalapeños as you dare!

GreenVale Farm Fresh potatoes are sold in unique 2kg mini versions of the traditional paper sack which keeps them fresher for longer.

As the ultimate "all rounders" they are extremely versatile making them ideal for these great recipes as well as perfect for crispy roasties, smashing mash, wonderful wedges and brilliant bakers so one pack goes a long way and guarantees to keep the whole family happy.

Try these recipes for a spicy sensation: -

GreenVale Farm Fresh Potato Tortilla

Per Portion: 364 calories, 17.3g protein, 23.5g carbohydrate, 23g fat, 6.7g saturated fat, 2g fibre, 0.57g salt
Prep: 15mins
Cook: 25-30mins
Serves 4

Ingredients

• 500g GreenVale Farm Fresh potatoes, peeled (about 3 medium sized potatoes)
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 red onion, sliced
• 1/2 tsp chilli flakes (optional)
• 6 eggs
• 50g mature Cheddar cheese, grated
• salt and freshly ground black pepper

Procedure

• Cut the potatoes into one pound coin thick slices. Cook in a pan of boiling salted water for 3 mins or until just tender. Drain and set aside.
• Whilst the potatoes cook, heat the oil in a frying pan, add the onions and sauté over a gentle heat for 8 mins, stirring until they are soft. Add the potatoes and sauté the potatoes and onions for a further 5 mins or until both are golden.
• Beat the eggs with plenty of salt and pepper. Stir the chilli into the onions and potatoes and cook for 30 seconds. Pour in the eggs and shake the pan to level the surface. Cover with a baking tray and cook over a medium heat for about 8 mins or until the underside is golden brown.
• Now pop the pan under a hot grill and continue to cook, uncovered for about 4 minutes, until the top is golden and all the egg has set. Leave to cool for a few minutes before transferring to a plate or board. Serve in small wedges either hot, warm or cold.

GreenVale Farm Fresh Spicy Nachos Wedges

Per portion: 348 calories, 10.6g protein, 41.9g carbohydrate, 16.5g fat, 5.4g saturated fat, 3.4g fibre, 0.65g salt
Prep: 15 mins
Cook: 40-45mins
Serves 4-6

Ingredients

• 800g large GreenVale Farm Fresh potatoes (about 4 medium sized potatoes)
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp each ground cumin; smoked paprika; ground coriander; dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp hot chilli powder
• 1/2 tsp caster sugar
• salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 250ml tomato salsa - fresh or in a jar
• 75g grated Cheddar cheese
• 2-3 tbsp sliced pickled jalapeños, drained

Procedure

• Preheat the oven to 220oC (fan 200oC/Gas Mark 7) Scrub the potato skins then cut each potato lengthwise into 8 wedges and place in a large roasting tin. Toss with the oil and bake for 20 mins.
• Mix together all the spices, herbs, sugar, salt and pepper. Remove the potatoes from the oven and scatter over the spice mix, toss to coat the potatoes. Bake for a further 15-20mins or until the potatoes are golden and crisp on the outside and tender in the middle.
• Transfer the potatoes to a large heatproof dish, then spoon over the salsa. Scatter over the cheese and chillies, then pop under a hot grill to melt the cheese. Serve hot.

For more information visit www.greenvalefarmfresh.co.uk.