Our Recipes

Smoked Chicken, Kumara and Corn Chowder

Perfect for a chilly winter's day

Smoked fish and kumara hash cakes

Great for brunch, lunch or light meal.

Roast Kumara and Chickpea Salad with Sun-dried Tomato Dressing

The orange Beauregard kumara variety works well in this salad offering complementary colouring to the chickpeas and tomato.

Asian Infusion Kumara

A vegetarian kumara dish with a ginger, cayenne and peanut sauce.

Chicken Tajine with Kumara, Carrots and Prunes

A taste of Morocco.

Roasted Kumara and Mushroom Lasagne

A lovely creamy vegetarian lasagne.

Kumara Cakes with Roast Tomato Salad

A great, healthy, low GI meal for two.

Vegetable Flan

A simple and easy dish to put together for lunch or family tea.

Wild Kumara Salad

The combination of flavours in this salad will drive your taste buds wild!

Beauregard Kumara and Pistachio Scones

A perfect scone to whip up for a weekend lunch with the family.

Cajun Kumara Wedges a la Funky Fish

A favourite snack for the locals who frequent the Funky Fish watering hole.

Funky Kumara Cake with Coconut Topping

This Kumara Cake has a moorish topping loved by the patrons of the Funky Fish Cafe at Baylys Beach near Dargaville.

Basic Kumara Salad

Quick and easy! Simple old school salad that the kids love.

Savoury Kumara Tartlets in Pastry Cases

A great finger food for your next party.

Roast Kumara Bisque with Ravioli

Traditionally in French Cuisine bisque is a soup where the main ingredients are cooked twice. This Roasted Kumara Bisque makes a whole meal with a ravioli garnish.

Moroccan Kumara Pudding with Meringue Topping in Orange Cases

Kaitaia Kumara Salad

A Far North favourite.

Goat Cheese, Kumara and Crouton Omelettes

Makes a tasty weekend brunch and is faster to make if you have left over kumara from dinner the night before.

Kumara Waldorf Salad

A lovely combination of sweet and sour flavours and texture.

Kumara Soup with Buttered Pecans

A lovely soup with nutty garnish.

Kumara Vichyssoise

A cold soup made in the French fashion is a suitable summer starter.

Golden Kumara, Chutney and Cheese Muffins

A tasty savoury muffin. Ideal for lunches and snacks.

Beauregard Burritos with guacamole and salsa

A fast and simple vegetarian burrito.

Bold Beauregard and Black Bean Stew

This recipe developed after experimenting with a range of Feijoada (Brazilian Black Bean Stew) recipes. It is full of tasty flavours and fibre.

Spicy Latino Kumara and Bean Burgers

This recipe makes a spicy vegetarian patty that can be used in homemade burgers or made smaller as an entree with dipping sauce.

Moroccan Lamb and Kumara Tajine (stew)

This flavourful stew makes for a hearty winter meal.

Out of Africa Tomato, Kumara and Peanut Soup

This soup has an interesting combination of flavours including kumara, tomatoes and peanuts.

Kumara Lasagne

An easy vege lasagne constructed without messing about making white sauce!

Scalloped Kumara

This no fuss kumara bake makes a nice alternative to the usual scalloped potatoes.

Caramelised Baked Fruit and Kumara Roll

Cut into slices this pinwheel roll makes a lovely dessert with vanilla ice cream.

Chicken and Kumara Bake

A lovely creamy bake that will appeal to the whole family.

Kumara Galette

A galette is a free form French round pastry, in this case with a savoury topping.

Kumara Bread by Kim

This bread has a heavy consistency like that of scones or damper.

Kumara and Mussel Fritters

A delicious combination of kiwi mussels and kumara with a slight flavour of Thai cuisine.

Medley of Kumara Soup

A lovely coloured soup that simply lets the natural flavour of the kumara shine through.

Smoked Fish Canapes with Kumara Crust

An old time favourite canape that fills the gap at pre dinner drinks.

Kumara Hummus

Hummus is a popular feature on any nibbles platter. Now it is made even better by adding kumara.

Kumara Yeast Bread

This recipe is designed especially for your bread machine and is a great way to use leftover kumara from the night before.

Kumara Pecan Quick Bread

This moist kumara bread is low in fat and easy to make.

Kumara Frittata

An Italian style omelete finished in the oven.

Roasted Beauregard Kumara and Rosemary Risotto

This is a delicious adaptation of a favourite Italian risotto recipe.

Kumara Saag (Spiced kumara and spinach)

Spiced spinach dishes known as palak or saag are common in northern India and are often combined with a starchy vegetable, in this case kumara.

Kumara and Peanut Patties

This makes a great substitute to mince patties for homemade burgers.

Kai Moana and Kumara Fritters

An adaptable meal recipe for those summer holidays spent gathering kai moana at the beach bach.

Corn and Kumara Brunch Fritters served with grilled bacon and tomatoes

A quick and easy brunch idea to feed the hungry hordes.

Kumara, Ham and Cheese Muffins

A yummy savoury muffin to whip up for lunch. Leave out the ham for a vegetarian option.

Khyber Kumara Vegetarian Curry

This is a simple and fast curry loved by vegetarians for its nutty sweetness.

Fish and Golden Kumara Soup

A subtle fish and kumara soup to warm the cockles of your heart in the depths of winter.

Parsnip and Kumara Soup

Double the sweetness by combining these two root vegetables in this delicious winter warmer.

Kumara and Red Pepper Soup

The peppery goodness of this soup will drive away any winter cold!

Smoked Fish and Kumara Soup

This sensational smoked fish and kumara soup will have everyone wanting more!

Moroccan Kumara and Aubergine Curry

A cheat version of the traditional Moroccan tajine that you can cook in a pot in half the time!

Thai Sweet Chilli Prawn and Kumara Curry

This yummy Thai inspired curry will really please your taste buds.

Pan-Roasted Kumara Salad with Ricotta Croutons

This delicious salad makes an ideal meal for 2 or an artistic entree to serve to your dinner guests.

Cute Kumara Cheesecakes

This cute little moreish baked cheesecake makes a brilliant and interesting desert when entertaining guests.

Kumara, Date, Prune and Rhubarb Health Loaf

This loaf has a strong healthy kick!

Kumara Pikelet Bites

A superb savoury pikelet base to use for canapes topped with your favourite relishes, chutneys and pesto.

Leek and Kumara Soup

A lovely soup made creamy by the combination of kumara and cashew nuts.

Mediterranean Kumara Salad

A Mediterranean inspired salad that can be served as an accompaniment or a stand alone meal.

Kumara and Mushroom Fritters

Great for a brunch or light lunch, as an entree or first course and made in a smaller size are great as finger food.

Warm Season Kumara and Mushroom Salad

A lovely main course salad with warm earthly flavours and colours.

Kumara and Mozzarella Stuffed Portabello Mushrooms

Serve as a lovely entree or accompany with other dishes for lunch or the main course.

Beauregard Kumara with Chilli and Feta Cheese

A tasty and easy meal or side to construct for one person or more.

Pork Schnitzel stuffed with Kumara and Mushrooms in an Orange Sherry Cream

Kumara Munchies

Looking for a fast snack or meal? Try making Kumara Munchies and add your favourite topping.

Kumara and Lamb Curry with Banana Coconut Chutney and fluffy rice

A simple mild lamb curry that can be enjoyed by the whole family.

Kumara and Marmalade Bread

A great snack with tea and coffee.

Kumara and Walnut Bread with Orange Glaze

A nutty bread complimented by an orange glaze.

Kumara Bread Rolls

These kumara bread rolls are great alone or go well with winter soups.

Kauri Coast Kumara Bread

This combination of kumara, fruit and nuts makes a yummy breakfast toast.

Roast Kumara Medley

An awesome accompaniment to any meal or simply eat as is for a tasty snack.

Kumara and Walnut Ice Cream

A unique ice cream that will surprise at your next dinner party.

Baked Kumara Custard with Caramelised Banana

A lovely traditional desert with an interesting addition.

Kumara Pie with Almond Crunch Topping

A delicious desert with a crunchy almond crust.

Beignettes de Kumara

This adaptation of a small French dounut could be served as a sweet or savoury snack depending on your flavour preference.

Kumara Croquettes

Great as a finger food starter served on platters with dipping sauces or presented as an accompaniment to the main course.

Herb and Cheese Kumara Puffs

A tasty bite sized morsel. Great as a starter served on platters with dipping sauces or presented as an accompaniment to the main course.

Roast Chicken with Kumara and Sausage Meat Stuffing

An alternative stuffing for an interesting change to your roast chicken meal.

Roast Duck or Chicken with Kumara Stuffing

Tai Tokerau Kumara Salad

The local version of a kumara classic.

Citrus Classic Kumara Salad

A classic kumara salad with a citrus zing - perfect to take to a BBQ.

Comforting Corn and Kumara Soup

Comfort food for those cold winter nights indoors.

Jamaican Jive Kumara Soup

This soup brings a taste of the Caribbean to drive away your winter blues.

President Obama American Kumara Mash

Good enough for a President! As seen on TV.
Recipe served at the inauguration of President Obama.

Kumara and Bacon Kebabs

A light meal for 2, served with salad of choice.

Kumara Souffle with Crisp Green Salad

An easy microwave meal for one.

Kumara Waffles

A decadent and delicious start to the day.

Pumpkin and Kumara Cake

A sweet delight, great served with coffee.

Kumara and Carrot Slice

An easy lunch dish that sets like a self crusting quiche.

Curried Kumara Cubes with Roasted Cashews

A crunchy side dish to accompany your favourite mains.

Oven Roasted Medley

A golden bake to add vibrant colour to your meal table.

Seafood Kumara Chowder

This combination of corn and kumara is great with seafood added to make a delicious chowder.

Curried Kumara Soup

A hearty winter soup.

Date and Kumara Muffins

A great cafe style muffin recipe to use for lunches entertaining guests.

Kumara, Cashew and Blue Cheese Cannelloni

A classic Italian pasta dish with a twist.

Kumara Rosti Brunch with poached eggs, bacon and hollandaise sauce

A cafe style breakfast or brunch designed to impress family and friends at home.

Duck and Kumara Patties

The gamey flavour of duck beautifully offsets the sweetness of kumara in these delicious patties.

Date and Kumara Cake

A lovely afternoon tea with guests or desert served with fresh coffee.

Burghal and Kumara Pastry

A versatile pastry that allows you to be the creative genius! Combine with your own interesting filling to wow your guests! Use for canapes, quiches, pies or flan.

Punjabi Inspired Kumara Curry

This Indian curry is a Punjabi inspired dry style vegetarian curry. Serve traditionally - hot with rice or in roti wraps with salad for a light lunch alternative.

Kumara, Raddish, Pepper and Mint Salad

A colourful red and gold salad with peppery bite!

Cornflake Kumara Dish

A classic kumara bake with crunchy topping. Kids love it!

Hot or Cold Kumara Salad

Versatile salad all year round. Serve hot in winter and cold in summer.

Kumara Mash with variety

Try this kumara mash with different additions for a variety of taste sensations.

Walnut and Kumara Fritters

Quick, tasty, vegetarian dinner or snack.

Cheese and Kumara Fritters

Quick and easy snack or meal.

Capsicum and Kumara Frittata

Tasty and filling frittata for feeding the whole family.

Chickpea and Kumara Koftas

Koftas are Persian in origin and the name covers a range of dishes using ground ingredients, in this case a kumara and chickpea patty.

Low-fat Kumara Salad

Use low fat dressings for a healthier kumara salad.

Kumara Sprouts Salad

A fresh green sprout and kumara salad - great for the health conscious.

Prawn and Kumara Fritter

A delicious seafood and kumara combination fritter. Fry small fritters for a bite sized entree or larger ones to serve as a main dish.

Raw Fish with Kumara

A delicious starter, light meal or main for seafood lovers.

Satay Kumara Salad

An ethnic twist to the classic kumara salad.

Creamy Curry Kumara Salad

Creamy Curry Kumara Salad makes a lovely accompaniment to any meal.

Sweet n Sour Slaw

Sweet n Sour Slaw is an interesting variation of the traditional coleslaw.

Orange and Ginger Kumara

Orange and Ginger Kumara gives an interesting twist to any meal.

Kumara Salad

Kumara salad is a classic dish to take to any BBQ or pot luck dinner.

Cinnamon, Pecan and Kumara Muffin

Kumara Muffins make a great snack or light lunch when entertaining friends and family.

Lime and Kumara Cheesecake

A refreshing desert for a summer BBQ.

Beauregard Kumara Cake

Beauregard Kumara Cake a yummy desert or tasty snack.

Spicy Kumara Dip

Spicy Kumara Dip makes a tasty addition to your favourite range of party starters.

Spiced Chocolate Kumara Cake

A perfect for desert or a treat with tea and coffee.

Golden Kumara with Peanut Bhajis

Delta Sweet Harvest Golden Kumara with Peanut Bhajis

Roasted Kumara Mash Dip

Delta Sweet harvest Roasted Kumara Mash Dip is perfect served with crusty pieces of French bread or crostini.

Red Kumara Wedges

Delta Sweet Harvest Red Kumara Wedges with Sundried Tomato Hummus