Strawberries and Lemongrass Skewers

1. Pre-heat the oven to 220°C/gas mark 7.
2. Skewer 5 strawberries onto each lemongrass stalk inserting the thin part of the lemongrass into the stalk cavity and carefully pushing through.
3. Place each skewer in the centre of a circle of tin foil.
4. Sprinkle the black pepper all over strawberries turning over to ensure well covered.
5. Add a sprig of mint to each parcel.
6. Crimp the edges of foil together to form a Cornish pasty shape ensuring it’s sealed all the way round.
7. Place on a baking tray and cook in the oven for 7 - 8 minutes.
8. Remove from the oven.

To serve

1. Carefully open the foil and roll back the edges to form an oval bowl.
2. Place a scoop or two of ice cream on top of the hot strawberries, garnish with mint and serve.