One of the biggest takeaways from lockdown has been the importance of reclaiming our working day. No longer is a meal deal going to cut the mustard – we want home-cooked grub that’s going to keep us going throughout the afternoon, won’t induce a 3pm Twix itch and gives us enough energy to cycle home/head out for a run/go the gym after work.

This hearty stew may seem like a heavy dish to eat at midday, particularly when it’s warm outside, but it’s actually ideal for a mid-week lunch. It includes seaweed, which not only adds great taste but is also a rich source of minerals like calcium, magnesium, potassium, copper and iron – all of which help to boost energy and lift mood. 

“This stew is very hearty and filling so a small portion will go a long way,” says the recipe’s author, Gemma Ogston. “Keep the rest in the fridge or freezer for later. If you don’t want to have it with the mash, then some brown rice will add extra fibre or some greens will offer extra iron.”