Don't be tempted to add salt to the cooking water as it will toughen the texture of your octopus.

Vegetable fritters, or bakwan, is the Indonesian version of tempura and a popular food during the Ramadan period in Indonesia.

To make your own chickpea flour, place 100 g dried chickpeas in mixing bowl and grind 40 sec/speed 10 .

Vegetable fritters, or bakwan, is the Indonesian version of tempura and a popular food during the Ramadan period in Indonesia.

Clean and scrape down the roots of your coriander with a spoon to remove the tougher, more fibrous bits on the outside of the roots, before adding to the mixing bowl

Serve with white rice and accompanied by fried and scrambled eggs.

All components of the salad can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Simply assemble and dress salad, as per step 7, just before serving.

The oil that remains after frying cherry tomatoes is delicious drizzled on toasted sourdough and topped with fresh cheese or avocado, or to season a salad.

Quinoa is cooked when the germ of the kernel (white ring) becomes visible. In its natural state it has a bitter taste, but once cooked, this seed imparts a lovely nutty flavour.

To make your own chickpea flour, place 100 g dried chickpeas in mixing bowl and grind 40 sec/speed 10 .

To use your blade cover and peeler refer to the user manual for instructions on inserting and removing.

To make your own coconut yoghurt, refer to the recipe on this recipe chip.

The beetroot provides a refreshing, healthier twist on these traditional little potato-based patties. They make a delicious light meal with salad and chutney, or as part of a larger Indian banquet.

Alternatively, you can toast slivered almonds, sunflower and sesame seeds in the oven. Place nuts and seeds on a baking sheet and toast 5 minutes (350°F) watching carefully so they do not burn. Allow to cool 20 minutes before placing in mixing bowl and proceeding with recipe.

If bulgar wheat is not available, substitute with couscous and adjust quantity of water and soaking time in step 2 according to packet instructions.

Be sure to check the label of your tamari, as not all brands are gluten free.

Add other salad vegetables as desired, such as tomatoes, carrots or lettuce.

Take care when frying the ginger and sweet potato as they can burn easily.

Panzanella is a typical rustic Italian summer dish made with soaked bread, vegetables and herbs. It's simple and delicious, while also being filling and low in kilojoules.

Place the cutter shaft onto the mixing knife in the mixing bowl and ensure it is correctly placed. The base of the shaft should be fitted on the center of the mixing knife with arms positioned between the high and low blades allowing the shaft to stay vertical.

You can use either white or wholemeal bread in this recipe. To make the recipe gluten free, simply use gluten free bread.