You can also add 1 tbsp fried anchovy or 2 tbsp petai beans in step 4.

For best results ensure sweet potatoes are at least 4 cm long but no longer than 10-11 cm and between 4-5 cm in width. This will prevent crushing and tangled spirals. Keep this in mind when shopping to choose smaller potatoes.

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.

Pomegranate arils can be found in the freezer section of most supermarkets when not in season.

Early potatoes are in season at the same time as asparagus, and are a perfect choice to eat with asparagus. They differ in starch content from later potatoes and tend to cause cooking water to foam up. To prevent this from happening, add 1 knob of butter to cooking water.

Use coconut yoghurt for a dairy-free alternative to plain yoghurt.

Vegetarian chilli is delicious served with rice, jacket potatoes, traditional Mexican sides (such as guacamole, sour cream, grated cheese) or to fill tortillas and tacos.

Did you know you can use your Thermomix to easily remove the pomegranate arils? Go to the Thermomix Australia YouTube channel to watch the video.

Pomegranate arils can be found in the freezer section of most supermarkets when not in season.

You can use thawed frozen corn kernels instead of fresh corn kernels in this recipe.

This vegan chilli provides plenty of nutrients and protein and can be served either on its own or with rice or a jacket potato. For a cooling finish to the meal, try making the Vegan Strawberry Ice Cream.

Jackfruit is popular throughout Southeast Asia and India, and has a distinct sweet aroma. The fruit can be starchy and fibrous, but when cooked has a texture similar to pulled meat (making it a great option for vegetarians and vegans).

Soy flour is available in health food shops. A vegan egg replacement can alternatively be used.

Use any mixture of in-season vegetables.

Replace spices in the Vegetarian Chili with ½ envelope of Mexican taco seasoning.

You can use any vegetables of choice in this recipe. It's perfect for using up any vegetables in the crisper!

Serve with a fresh salad of diced, cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta and minced red onion.