Vegan

Topped with a dollop of mango chutney, these are the perfect little flavour bombs to serve with drinks. Gram flour is made from chickpeas; it adds a delicious nutty flavour to the pakoras and is also suitable for guests who are gluten intolerant

Recipes with minimal ingredients get a great boost from miso, which lends lots of flavour with minimum effort here

Peas not only lend colour and sweetness to this soup – when roasted with spices, they add texture as a crunchy garnish too

These easy eight-legged friends will be a hit at your Halloween do this year. Use vegan chocolate, if required

Think you’re too busy to make mash from scratch? Chop your potatoes into 2.5cm chunks and cook them in a pan with the lid on – they’ll be ready in a fraction of the usual time.

The crispy paprika-spiced skins add a lovely kick alongside the autumnal flavours of sage and squash. We just love the way the creamy sauce nestles inside the pasta

The perfect option for an alfresco lunch in the sun – serve it with crunchy bread as a meal on its own, or as a delicious side for grilled pork chops or barbecued chicken

Dhals are popular in Sri Lanka and are usually pretty quick and easy to make. The crispy kale adds a lovely crunch, while the creamy coconut milk helps balance the heat from the fresh and dried chillies.

Condiments are always part of a Sri Lankan spread, and mallung is a common one. Here, broccoli replaces the usual leafy green veg.