Dad in the Kitchen
24 recipes converted from their YouTube cooking videos.
Steamed Coconut Balls
Small fluffy balls made with glutinous rice flour, flavored with coconut milk and coated in shredded coconut. Perfect for Chinese New Year or as a light Asian dessert.
Three-Cheese Polenta with Bacon and Onions
A creamy polenta with three cheeses (Beaufort, Comté, Parmesan) enhanced with smoked bacon and caramelized onions, cooked, cooled and then cut into golden patties in the pan. Served with a green salad, this comforting recipe is ideal for a flavorful main course and is gluten‑free.
Onion Tart
A savory tart made with a homemade shortcrust pastry and a creamy filling of caramelized onions, perfect for lunch or dinner. The recipe uses classic pastry techniques and a tasty blend of milk, cream, and eggs.
Mini Croque‑Monsieur Apple and Foie Gras
Gourmet mini croque‑monsieur, topped with thin slices of crisp apple, semi‑cooked foie gras and a touch of balsamic vinegar. Perfect for a chic appetizer in under 30 minutes.
Almond, Pear and Chocolate Tart
A classic French tart combining a homemade sweet pastry crust, a dark chocolate ganache, a silky almond cream, and delicately poached pears. Ideal for an elegant dessert or a special occasion.
Homemade lasagna with Bolognese and béchamel
Classic lasagna with a Bolognese sauce made from half beef, half sausage meat, a silky béchamel, grated cheese and aromatic herbs. Ideal for a comforting family meal.
Vegetable Patties for Kids
Crispy patties made with potatoes, carrot, broccoli, tuna and cheese, perfect for getting kids to eat vegetables. Anti-waste, quick and tasty recipe, served as four patties per person.
Butternut Squash and Lamb Samosas
Crispy samosas filled with a roasted butternut squash purée, spiced ground lamb, fresh coriander and cumin. A simple and flavorful recipe perfect for a convivial dinner or a family appetizer.
Rossini Veal Grenadin
Rossini veal grenadin served with small rose-shaped potatoes, topped with a half‑slice of foie gras. An elegant and quick dish, perfect for the holiday season.
Gluten-Free Tartlets with Chestnut Flour, Chestnut Filling, Light Honey Cream and Poached Apples
Small indulgent gluten-free tartlets made with a sweet crust of chestnut flour, filled with a chestnut puree, honey pastry cream, a touch of blueberry jam and poached apples in syrup. Inspired by the award-winning Prix Goût et Santé dessert, these tartlets are moist, crunchy and fragrant.
Veal Osso Buco with Three Citrus
A tender veal osso buco simmered for an hour, brightened with a blend of lemon, orange and grapefruit. Served with fresh pasta, this family dish combines the richness of veal with the fresh acidity of citrus.
Gourmet avocado, chicken and corn toast with speculoos crumble and Caribbean fruits
Savory toast made with mashed avocado, chicken and corn, accompanied by a quick Caribbean fruit dessert with speculoos crumble, all made without oven or stovetop, perfect for a cozy weekend.
Apple Muffins
Moist apple muffins with organic apples, lightly caramelized with brown sugar and flavored with a hint of ginger. A simple and quick recipe, ideal for breakfast, snack or a gourmand treat.
Roasted New Potatoes with Chorizo
New small potatoes, unpeeled, roasted in the oven with spicy chorizo, onion and garlic, for a tasty and comforting dish to share among 4 people.
Mashed potatoes with browned butter, chorizo emulsion and fish fillet
A complete and indulgent dish: smashed potatoes with browned butter, creamy chorizo emulsion, garlic cream and small rolled fish fillets. Quick (≈25 min) and made with few ingredients, ideal for a tasty dinner.
Homemade Rougail Sausage
A simple and tasty Creole Reunion rougail sausage, prepared in a single pot. Perfect to accompany white rice and delight the whole family.
Stuffed Lamb Rack with Orange, Honey and Balsamic
A tender European lamb rack, stuffed with a sweet‑savory mix of walnuts, prunes, honey, balsamic vinegar and orange zest. Cooked at high heat for 15 minutes, it remains pink in the centre and pairs perfectly with a light veal stock sauce. Ideal for an elegant yet quick dinner.
Marinated Fish and Shrimp Skewers
Simple and flavorful skewers made of cod cubes and shrimp marinated with spices (ginger, paprika, curry). Ideal for the barbecue or grill pan, served with rice, salad or tabbouleh.
Strawberry and Banana Crumble
An indulgent crumble combining the sweetness of fresh strawberries and the richness of ripe bananas, with a lightly sweet and crunchy topping. Perfect for a quick and easy summer dessert.
Fish Ceviche with New Potatoes
A fresh and original ceviche combining white cod and lightly nutty new potatoes, brightened with lime, cilantro and a hint of cayenne pepper. Ideal for summer, this dish is quick to prepare and is best enjoyed chilled.
Mini Maquis with Asparagus and Shrimp
Fresh and tasty bites made of crunchy asparagus, sautéed shrimp and a creamy fresh cheese center, perfect for a spring appetizer.
Quick coconut chicken
A tender chicken simmered in a creamy coconut sauce flavored with paprika, chili and ginger, served over rice or pasta. An express, flavorful and slightly spicy recipe, ideal for a quick dinner.
Fresh new potato salad with asparagus, raw ham and parmesan
A warm and indulgent salad made with new potatoes, crunchy green asparagus, dry-cured ham and parmesan shavings, lightly dressed with olive oil. Perfect for sunny summer days, it showcases seasonal produce from the Breton coast and the Mediterranean.
Strawberry and Rhubarb Crumble from Plougastel
A indulgent crumble combining the sweetness of Plougastel strawberries and the acidity of rhubarb, easy to prepare in small individual ramekins. Perfect for a quick and tasty summer dessert.