A curry in 15 minutes that doesn’t involve picking up the phone to your local takeaway? There are many reasons Jamie Oliver’s books spend months at the top of the best-seller lists ...

1. Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Swirl the pan to spread out the oil which will thin out as it heats. 2. Add the aromatic green onion, ginger, garlic, and jalapeño and ...

or curry powder in lentil soup, there’s nothing better than discovering a cheap and easy way to uplift everyday foods. Which is why I recommend Jamie Oliver’s gravy trick to everyone I know.