Place a layer of corn chips onto a microwave safe plate. Evenly distribute the salsa and the sour cream over the chips. Sprinkle a generous layer of cheese over the top. Place in microwave and heat until cheese has melted, just keep an eye on it. Cheese will be hot so allow to cool before serving.
Finely dice the gherkins and combine with the cottage cheese and sweet chili sauce, mix together well. Place mix into a serving bowl and garnish with some finely diced parsley. Serve with crackers or vegetable sticks.
Finely dice shallots then sauté in a pan over a medium heat until translucent, add the garlic and ginger cooking for a further 2 mins. Turn down the heat and add the peas cooking for 5 mins or until peas become soft. Blend or puree the mixture adding the olive oil, serve with the flat bread.