ΤΙΜΕ ΤΟ COOK

Turmeric fried eggs with tamarind dressing a warming feast from Yotam Ottolenghi. Isn't breakfast in bed the best gift of all?

SERVES 2

1 shallot, peeled and thinly sliced

2 tsp lime juice

3½ tbsp olive oil

2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed

200g baby spinach

½ tsp ground turmeric

4 large eggs

1 green chilli, finely sliced salt 

FOR THE TAMARIND DRESSING

30g tamarind paste

1 tbsp lime juice

1 tsp fish sauce

2 tsp light soft brown sugar

5g fresh coriander, roughly chopped