This delicious-looking plate features a well-balanced meal consisting of:
- Roasted chicken drumsticks
- Creamy mushroom sauce over steamed vegetables (likely zucchini or marrow)
- Steamed pumpkin cubes
- Sliced cucumber with seasoning (likely chili flakes and salt)
Here’s a breakdown of how to recreate this meal:
1. Roasted Chicken Drumsticks
- 2-4 chicken drumsticks
- Salt and pepper
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Olive oil
- Optional: chili flakes or lemon juice for extra flavor
- Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F).
- Season the drumsticks with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Optional: marinate for 30 minutes to enhance flavor.
- Place on a baking tray and roast for 35-40 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and cooked through.
2. Creamy Mushroom Sauce
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or cooking cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: grated cheese or a dash of mustard
- Sauté onions and garlic in butter/oil until translucent.
- Add mushrooms and cook until they soften and release juices.
- Stir in the cream, season, and simmer until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Pour over steamed vegetables like zucchini or marrow.
3. Steamed Pumpkin Cubes
- Peel and cut pumpkin into cubes.
- Steam or boil for 10-15 minutes until tender.
- Lightly salt if desired.
4. Seasoned Cucumber Slices
- Slice cucumber thinly.
- Sprinkle with salt and chili flakes (optional: add a dash of vinegar or lemon juice for extra zing).
