Cupid’s arrow might be flying fast this Valentine’s Day, but your dinner plans don’t have to! Forget scrambling for reservations and ditch the takeout scene. Krazy Kiwi Kookbox has whipped up a three-course menu that’s as cute and playful as your first date night (remember those?). Think romantic, schmaltzy and oh-so-gooey deliciousness, all prepped with fresh, seasonal ingredients and a whole lot of love.
So grab your S.O., pop open some bubbly and get ready to dig into a meal that’ll leave you feeling lovey-dovey. Now, who needs reservations when you have a Valentine’s Day menu this adorable?
What is Krazy Kiwi Kookbox? Kookbox, have crafted meal kits that are a breeze to follow, so you can effortlessly whip up tasty dishes right in the comfort of your own kitchen. Explore their wide variety of recipes, featuring options for families, plant-based enthusiasts, keto followers and those focused on health and fitness.
These blue cheese stuffed figs starters are love at first bite. Literally!
Blue Cheese Stuffed Figs
Krazy Kiwi Kookbox
Blue cheese stuffed figs, crispy bacon and topped with a honey balsamic vinaigrette.
Course Starter
Servings 2 people
4 Figs125g Blue cheese100g Bacon bitsPillow pack of Rocket-based salad mix4 tbsp Olive oil2 tbsp Balsamic vinegar2 tbsp Honey
Preheat the oven to 180C.Place the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and honey in a small, lidded container and shake to combine. Set aside.Using a sharp knife, cut a cross into the top of each fig, being careful not to cut all the way through, then gently squeeze the bottom of each fig to open the fruit.Divide the blue cheese among the figs, stuffing the pieces into the top of the figs.Place the prepared figs on a baking sheet and place in the oven for 5 minutes or until the cheese has melted.While the figs bake, fry the bacon bits in a small pan until crispy. Set it aside.To serve, divide the salad among the serving plates.Place 2 roasted figs per plate.Drizzle the honey balsamic dressing over the figs and the rocket and follow with a sprinkle of crispy bacon.
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The Main Attraction
Let’s just say there will be no leftovers for tomorrow’s lunch box. Sorry love!
Sirloin with a Prawn Cajun Cream Sauce
Krazy Kiwi Kookbox
Sirloin with a Prawn Cajun Cream Sauce, Roasted Potato Wedges and a Green Bean Salad
Course Main Course
Servings 2 people
500g Sirloin from your local butcher1 tbsp Cajun spice4 tbsp Butter200g Deshelled prawns¼ cup Chicken stock1 tbsp Dijon mustard1 tsp Lemon juice1 tbsp Grated parmesan cheese5g Flat-leaf parsley⅓ cup Cream2 Large potatoes100g Fine Green beans50g undried tomatoes in oil100g Bocconcini
Preheat the oven to 180C.Remove the parsley leaves from the stalks and chop the leaves finely. Keep the stalks.Season the sirloin with salt and pepper.Top the beans, but do not tail.Tear or cut the bocconcini into smaller pieces.Snip the sun-dried tomatoes into strips.Cut the potatoes into wedges. Do not peel the potatoes.Boil the potatoes wedges for 10 minutes. Do not cook them longer, as they will go mushy.Line a baking sheet with baking paper. Place potato wedges on a baking sheet, season with salt and pepper, and drizzle with olive oil. Place in a pre-heated oven for 30 minutes, or until brown and slightly crisp.Once the potatoes are in the oven, bring a pot of salted water to the boil for the beans.Blanch the green beans by immersing them in salted, boiling water for 2 minutes.Take the beans out of the water and drain well.Lightly toss the hot beans with the sun-dried tomato strips and the oil of the tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper and allow to cool.Once cooled gently mix through the bocconcini and set aside the salad.Once the potatoes have been baking for 10 minutes start with the sirloin.Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.Add the sirloin and sear until lightly browned on both sides and cooked to the desired level.Set aside the sirloin and allow it to rest while you prepare the sauce. Add the butter to the pan you used for the steak and let the butter melt before adding the prawns and cooking until just pink on both sides, about 1-2 minutes per side.Place the prawns in a small bowl and add the lemon juice and the chopped parsley to the bowl.Into the same pad add the garlic and cook until fragrant.Add the stock and deglaze the pan by scraping up any brown bits from the bottom with a wooden spoon as the stock sizzles.Add the cream, Dijon mustard, and Cajun spice, bring to a boil, and let it simmer for a minute.Add the parmesan cheese and let it melt into the sauce.Serve the steak topped with the creamy sauce and prawns. Crispy potatoes and crunchy salad on the side.
Keyword beef, prawns
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Valentine’s Day Kisses
Indulge in these delightful chocolaty bites adorned with fresh, juicy berries – the ultimate sweet finale to your romantic rendezvous.
Chocolate Dessert Cups
Krazy Kiwi Kookbox
Chocolate Dessert Cups Served with Chantilly Cream and Berries
Course Dessert
Servings 2 people
100g Quality cooking chocolate250ml Quality Chocolate mousse from your local supermarket125g Mixed Berries100ml Whipping cream2ml Vanilla extract1 tbsp Castor sugarA Pinch of Cinnamon
Melt the chocolate in a double boiler until runny.Pour a thin layer into two muffin cups, make sure to get into up the sides of the cups as well. Place in the freezer for 15-20 minutes or until the chocolate is still. (A tip is to chill the muffin cups beforehand, so the chocolate sets fast)Whip the cream until soft peaks and gradually add the sugar and vanilla extract.Gently slide the chocolate cups out of the muffin cups, fill them with chocolate mousse, and top with Chantilly cream, berries, and a pinch of cinnamon.You can save a bit of chocolate and make shavings with a vegetable peeler to use as a topping for your dessert.
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