Phil's sweet and sour meatballs

As our 30th anniversary approaches, we surprise Phil with a throwback clip to his first-ever cook on the show. He's also in the kitchen with our newest Willoughbee honey harvest, ready to use in a delicious Monday night meal - easy sweet and sour meatballs with ginger, honey and lime.

Easy sweet and sour meatballs with honey, ginger and lime

Serves: 4

Ingredients

For the meatballs:

500g pork shoulder mince2 garlic cloves, crushed1 small onion, very finely dicedZest and juice of 1 large lime225g tin water chestnuts, drained and very finely chopped1 heaped tablespoon very finely chopped fresh ginger1 tablespoon gluten-free tamari sauce*1 tablespoon gluten-free mayonnaise2 teaspoons cornflour1/4 teaspoon dried chilli flakes

For the sweet and sour vegetables:

3 tablespoons vegetable oil1 medium carrot, peeled and sliced into very thin strips2 pak choi, sliced diagonally50g baby spinach leaves1 tablespoon clear honey2 tablespoons gluten-free tamari sauceJuice of 1 small limeGround black pepper

* Tamari is a Japanese soy sauce with a darker colour and richer flavour than Chinese soy sauce. It is also less salty, making it good for dipping. Unlike soy sauce, tamari uses little to no wheat so is a good alternative to make Asian recipes gluten-free. Always check the label to make sure the brand you are buying is gluten-free.

Method

• The mayonnaise in these meatballs helps to keep them juicy but not fatty, while the vegetables are seasoned with tamari, honey and pepper, with no additional salt. I also like to eat them lightly chilled in a salad.

• In a big bowl, mix together all the ingredients for the meatballs really well. Roll into balls the size of a 50p coin, then chill really well.

• Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a wok, add the meatballs and cook gently for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally to get a nice glaze all over. Once cooked remove from the pan and keep warm.

• Add the remaining oil to the pan. Add the carrot, pak choi and spinach, and wilt for 2–3 minutes, then add the honey, tamari and lime juice and stir through. Season with pepper.