Season 8 is coming, so press fast forward with these Game of Thrones recipes. There’s no horse hearts, alas, but we do have lemon cakes of which Sansa Stark would approve, roast oysters and a game pie. These dishes will transport you to the Seven Kingdoms in no time.
Roast oysters with horseradish
Roast oysters with horseradish
We recommend eating these solo, or with those you absolutely trust. Certainly don’t go buying them from a young girl on the street.
Barley with beetroot greens
Being blind in Braavos may mean endless bowls o’ brown, watery broth and barley. But today, someone gave you their beetroot tops. Life is good.
Beef and kidney pudding
The crust on this pudding is made from suet, the fat found in the loins and kidneys of beef or mutton. With a rich filling of lamb kidneys, beef cheeks and oysters, it’ll give you the energy you need to fight off the White Walkers.
Braised rabbit with sauce pearà
Braised rabbit with sauce pearà
Buying a whole rabbit, breaking it down, and making a sauce with beef bone marrow is probably the most wildling thing you can do this side of The Wall.
Pigeon with pancetta, cabbage and pine nut salad
Pigeon with pancetta, cabbage and pine nut salad
It might not be a pie with live pigeons flying out of it, but the crisp skin and pancetta-studded salad on the side make this a dish fit for King Joffrey. Just keep an eye on the chef.
Root vegetables roasted in goose fat
Root vegetables roasted in goose fat
Goose fat optional, depending on how strong your fortunes are.
Sausages braised with barley
Can any of us look at sausages the same way after what Ramsay did to Theon?
Fennel and dill-crusted ocean trout
Fennel and dill-crusted ocean trout
Whether or not trout can be caught off the Iron Islands is still up for debate. But, the simplicity of this flavour-filled dish is not.
Malt loaf
Dark heavy bread that’s perfect sustenance after a long day on the battle field. Substitute milk for ale if you’re feeling particularly decadent.
Meyer lemon and olive oil cakes
Meyer lemon and olive oil cakes
They’re Sansa’s favourite, and the perfect snack while plotting regicide.
Roast venison with swede and potato gratin infused with pine nuts
Roast venison with swede and potato gratin infused with pine nuts
King’s Landing may rely on intermittent shipments from Qarth for its pine nuts, but it has no shortage of venison (well, before the Lannisters ruled). BYO dagger.
Slow-roasted lamb rack with white beans
Slow-roasted lamb rack with white beans
Once the lamb is in the oven you have an hour to plan your Iron Throne conquest.
Squab braised with juniper
Want to wow your guests? Hand them a plate with a whole bird on it, just for them. (We don’t condone slaughtering them after dinner.)
Stout and chocolate puddings
Plenty of stout is essential for staying warm at The Wall. In this recipe, you can eat it too.
