The idea behind this dish is to help with waste of bread, rice and root vegetables and a must-make for anyone missing their favourite katsu curry restaurant (no names!).
Foods and recipes
- Type: RecipesIntermediateMeatUse up breadCook time: 45-60 minutes
- Type: RecipesGluten freeVegetarianEasyCook with kidsMeals for freezing
These gluten-free Yorkshire puddings by Becky Excell seem to have a reputation of their own these days. If you’ve got eggs and milk that you need to use up fast, this is a great way to transform them into something everyone loves.
Cook time: 20-30 minutes - Type: RecipesAdvancedMeals for freezingUse up bread
These mini pizzas can be assembled and frozen ahead of time, so all you need to do is take them out of the freezer and cook on baking trays from frozen. You could cut rounds from a 30cm ready-made pizza base for a more authentic pizza. Any leftover bread, bag up and pop into the freezer to use later for breadcrumbs.
Cook time: 30 minutes - Type: RecipesVeganVegetarianEgg freeGluten freeDairy freeNut freeIntermediateLeftover veg
This simple recipe creates the perfect addition for the frontline of your fridge and can add a kick to a range of different dishes. Experiment with what vegetables you add over and above the chilli and garlic and see what flavours work for you - or what needs saving! The length of time needed for the ferment can be longer if the room temperature is colder.
Cook time: 10-20 minutes - Type: RecipesEasyMeatLeftover vegCook with kids
A Scottish twist on a Mexican classic, you can customise these wraps with anything you have to hand, from leftover neeps to fresh tomatoes.
Cook time: 10-20 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianEgg freeEasyUse up milkUse up bread
A great way to use up extra bread, and easier than you might think!
Cook time: 30-45 minutes - Type: RecipesEasy
You’ve got to try this dish! It’s so easy to make, so tasty and smells amazing! The turmeric and saffron mash not only looks and tastes great but is ideal to use up potatoes. Frozen products like fish fillets and spinach used here are a really useful way to reduce waste as you only take what you need.
Cook time: 45-60 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianEasyOne pot mealsLeftover vegMeals for freezing
Save those veg from the bottom of the fridge and give them a new lease of life in this inventive curry which is as light as it is healthy. We’ve used madras curry paste (for added kick) – you can choose your favourite. Give it an authentic touch with basmati rice, too.
Cook time: 20-30 minutes - Type: RecipesVeganVegetarianEasyCook with kids
This tasty side dish or snack is a great way to use up potatoes.
Cook time: 10-20 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianIntermediateLeftover vegUse up bread
Most vegetables can be given a second life in this great recipe, perfect for a light lunch or supper.
Cook time: 45-60 minutes