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The bit of the order everyone fights over. Spiced rice, charred corn, peri-peri peas and other sides worth making from scratch.

Gunpowder Potatoes Recipe

Baby potatoes are boiled, then grilled until blistered, cracked open and tossed in spiced butter, chilli and lime for a punchy Dishoom-style side.

Prep

15 mins

Cook

30 mins

Serves

4

Kcal

160

Corn on the Cob Recipe

Learn how to make Nando's famous corn on the cob recipe at home! This quick and easy recipe shows you how to cook perfectly grilled corn with authentic peri-peri butter. A simple yet delicious side dish that brings restaurant flavors to your kitchen.

Prep

10 mins

Cook

15 mins

Serves

4

Kcal

180

Mustard Greens Recipe

Learn how to cook mustard greens with this quick and easy recipe! How to make tender, flavorful greens braised with bacon and onions. Simple mustard greens recipe perfect for beginners.

Prep

15 mins

Cook

25 mins

Serves

4

Kcal

180

Dishoom Rice Recipe

Learn how to make authentic Dishoom-style basmati rice recipe. Quick and easy method for perfectly fluffy, spiced rice. How to cook restaurant-quality fragrant rice at home with simple ingredients and foolproof technique.

Prep

10 mins

Cook

20 mins

Serves

4

Kcal

180

Black Beans Recipe

Master how to make authentic Chipotle-style black beans with this quick and easy recipe. These perfectly seasoned beans combine garlic, bay leaf, and oregano for a smoky, flavorful side dish that's ready in under an hour. Learn how to cook restaurant-quality black beans that taste better than takeout!

Prep

10 mins

Cook

2 hours

Serves

6

Kcal

180

Bang Bang Cauliflower Recipe

Master how to make Wagamama's iconic bang bang cauliflower at home with this quick and easy recipe. Crispy battered cauliflower coated in a sweet-spicy sauce delivers restaurant-quality flavor in your kitchen. Perfect as a starter or side dish that's vegetarian-friendly but packed with bold flavor.

Prep

15 mins

Cook

25 mins

Serves

4

Kcal

320

Macho Pea Recipe

Master how to make Nando's-style macho peas at home with this quick and easy recipe. The perfect blend of creamy peas, fresh herbs, and chili creates a vibrant side dish that pairs wonderfully with grilled meats or can stand alone as a flavorful vegetarian option.

Prep

10 mins

Cook

15 mins

Serves

4

Kcal

180

Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Master how to make the creamiest, most flavorful mashed potatoes with this quick and easy recipe. Perfect texture every time with simple ingredients and chef-approved techniques for the ultimate comfort food side dish that complements any meal.

Prep

10 mins

Cook

20 mins

Serves

4

Kcal

220

Peas Recipe

Master how to make Nando's-style spicy peas at home with this quick and easy recipe. The perfect balance of heat, herbs and butter creates a side dish that complements any grilled protein. Learn the secret to achieving that authentic Peri-Peri flavor in your kitchen.

Prep

5 mins

Cook

10 mins

Serves

4

Kcal

150

Mac and Cheese Recipe

Master how to make Chick-fil-A's famous mac and cheese at home with this quick and easy copycat recipe. Recreate the restaurant's perfectly creamy, cheesy texture with multiple cheeses and that signature golden baked top for a comforting side dish everyone will love.

Prep

15 mins

Cook

30 mins

Serves

6

Kcal

450

Spicy Rice Recipe

Master how to cook Nando's-style spiced rice at home with this quick and easy recipe. Perfectly fluffy grains infused with aromatic herbs, spices and a hint of lemon create the ideal companion to your favorite peri-peri chicken. This authentic copycat recipe delivers restaurant-quality results every time.

Prep

10 mins

Cook

20 mins

Serves

4

Kcal

220

Edamame with Salt Recipe

Master how to make perfectly salted edamame at home with this quick and easy recipe inspired by Wagamama. These addictive green soybeans make a protein-rich appetizer that's ready in minutes - just steam, salt, and enjoy this nutritious Japanese favorite.

Prep

5 mins

Cook

10 mins

Serves

4

Kcal

120