Pantry Essentials

This is our list of top items to stock in our pantry and fridge:

Spices – pepper, chilli flakes, cinnamon, mixed spice, nutmeg, cardamom pods, ground coriander, cumin, ground turmeric, garam masala, ground cloves and whole cloves

Herbs – basil, thyme, coriander, oregano, parsley, bay leaves, sage

Nuts and Seeds – almonds, brazil nuts, hazelnuts, pecan nuts, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds

Oils and vinegars – butter, ghee, extra virgin olive oil, coconut oil, sesame oil, avocado oil, walnut oil, apple cider vinegar, balsamic vinegar

Flours – almond flour, coconut flour

Condiments – coconut cream, coconut milk, miso paste, mustard, tabasco, Thai fish sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Xylitol/Erythritol/stevia, psyllium husks, Himalayan salt

Tins or jars – anchovies in olive oil, sardines in olive oil, tuna in olive oil/brine, olives, tomatoes, capers, roasted red peppers in olive oil, almond butter, tahini

Freezer – chicken, beef, lamb, mince, prawns, fish, berry fruits, spinach

Fridge – eggs, cheese, parmesan, feta, halloumi, chilli, full fat cream, cream cheese, full fat Greek yoghurt, garlic, lemons, limes, cauliflower, broccoli, courgettes, kale, cabbage, lettuce, cucumber, spinach, radishes, spring onions, fresh herbs, root ginger, beef bacon

Non-Muslims can also add mirin to their condiment list, pork to their freezer list and bacon to their fridge list.