Cold noodles and Soups
Laban bi Khiyar (Lebanese Yoghurt & Cucumber Soup)
The lightest, most refreshing soup imaginable - almost like a drinkable tzatziki. This Lebanese classic is wonderfully simple, with just five ingredients that come together in minutes.
Kefir Okroshka (Cold Yoghurt Soup)
Think of it as a nod to the traditional rye kvass version, but with that creamy Danish summer dessert quality, or a Greek or Lebanese Tarator.
Hiyashi Chuka (Cold Ramen Salad)
Another hot day cold noodle dish on rotation -and I think this is closer to the 'Cold Cut's' or mid 80's 'salad' that mum fed us for dinner on hot...
Zaru Soba (Cold Dipping Soba)
Serve the soba on a bamboo mat if you have one - or just a plate, topped with nori strips. Pour the cold tsuyu into small individual cups. Each person...
Ajo Blanco - Icy almond, olive oil & sherry vinegar soup for hot days
This is a gorgeous, cheap, easy to make, no cook soup that is fabulous on a hot afternoon. I love it even more because the ingredients are simple, always in...