Nothing says “I know you’re a lying scumbag” quite like . Made from all the usual suspects – prawns, tofu puffs, coconut cream and egg noodles – plus commercial laksa paste, it’s a quick and delicious way to end things. For extra kicks, lace your lover’s bowl with chilli and watch them sweat.
Cheat's Malaysian laksa Source: Alan Benson
Smooth out your anger with a meringue-smashing session and create an . Usually layered with fruit and cream, this version from takes a different (read: banoffee) approach, favouring .
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For an impressive twist on bolognese, try ’s . When making the potato pillows and/or splitting with your spouse, remember Tama’s advice: “Show no fear”.
To prevent a heated argument from occurring, turn to . Hailing from the Sichuan province, this tongue-numbing dish is heaving with chillies and Sichuan peppercorns. Via
This simple from features dried shrimp, cherry tomatoes, roasted peanuts and green or snake beans. For separation purposes, stick with the latter.
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If you’re looking for the perfect “summer separation” dish, try ’ . It’s a simple, yet satisfying, decision that won’t leave you with a smidgen of regret. Via
Made from nutmeg, cinnamon, peppercorns and allspice, lends itself to poultry, meat and seafood. Here we’ve served it with , and a few cutting remarks. Via
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Feel like you’ve nothing left to give? Put the point across by serving . Here pairs the roasted offal with .
Stuffed with , then sealed in a salt dough crust, is succulent and bang-on in the flavour stakes. You’ll need to break the crust with a hammer. If you’d like to create a spectacle, do this in front of your dinner guest. Via
This Jewish dish from was originally made with goose livers, but beef and chicken work just as well. The mix of makes for a lovely break-up starter. In other words, give ‘em the schmalz (poultry fat), then tell ‘em to waltz.
A clever way to prevent protests or pleas is to announce “I’m breaking up with you” while carving . Serve the marinated meat with a cold beverage and plenty of sob-sating bread.
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Pack a punch (and pun) with the pièce de résistance of break-up desserts, the formidable . ’s adults-only version combines traditional banana and ice-cream with .