Chopped bacon adds surprising depth to this fresh and easy Mediterranean salsa.

These crispy, addictive corn and pepper fritters can be made with any vegetable combination as long as the vegetables are cooked. Zucchini and onion works well, as does broccoli, cauliflower and red peppers. It is a great way to get kids to eat vegetables and also makes a sensational first course.

Panko is packaged, crispy Japanese breadcrumbs pre-fried in oil. Use breadcrumbs if they are not available but many supermarkets carry the product now. Your favourite jarred salsa also works well with this mustard crumb crust fried chicken in place of the Mediterranean salsa.