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Crispy, creamy, spicy and a little bit fancy. This eggplant recipe has it all. Air-fried golden eggplant slices get dunked into a warm, velvety Japanese curry dip made with cream cheese and Marion’s Kitchen Katsu Curry Sauce. It’s snack-worthy, shareable and completely meat-free. 1 large eggplant, cut into 1cm thick rounds 1/2 tsp sea salt 1/2 cup plain flour 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1 x Marion’s Kitchen Japanese Katsu Curry...

January 11, 2026 · 2 min · 290 words · Wendy Fry

Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings

When you need your spicy buffalo chicken wings fix fast, I’ve got just the ticket. Step away from the deep fryer and check out this air fryer recipe for a quick, crispy and delicious snack, appetiser or party food plate. Paired with my Asian-style buffalo sauce and ranch dressing, and it’s a combo of champions. Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings 1.5kg (3 lb 5 oz) chicken wings sea salt flakes...

January 11, 2026 · 2 min · 424 words · Cindy Correa

Beijing

Think of this as a Chinese bolognese sauce! It’s full of rich, satisfying, porky flavours, with mushrooms added for a bit more vegie goodness. It’s easy to make, plus as the flavours are mild enough for kids, it’s bound to become a family staple. A noodle recipe you can all get behind! Beijing-style Noodles (Zha Jiang Mian) 4 tbsp soybean paste 2 tbsp sweet bean paste (or hoisin sauce)*...

January 11, 2026 · 4 min · 683 words · Edith Valencia

Cacio E Pepe With Garlic Butter And Kimchi

Cacio e pepe is a minimalist meal that provides maximum flavour: it literally means “cheese and pepper”. Here, I’ve added a spike of garlic and kimchi for a gorgeous glow-up – and it truly is exceptional. Don’t be deceived: this quick and easy pasta dish has hidden depths that never disappoint. 1½ tsp black peppercorns, plus extra, cracked, to serve 300g (10.5 oz) spaghetti 80g (3 oz) butter 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped...

January 11, 2026 · 1 min · 212 words · Jose Bertozzi

Char Siu Beef & Broccoli

Everything about this stir-fry screams epic: the charred, melt-in-your-mouth beef. The sticky, sweet and rich homemade char siu sauce. The crunchy yet tender broccoli. Better yet, it all comes together quickly, so you don’t even have to save this divine dish for special occasions – whip it out on weeknights, then sit back and watch the satisfied smiles descend. 4 tbsp vegetable oil 500g (1 lb) diced (about 3cm/1.5” cubes) scotch fillet or any other tender cut of steak, fat trimmed...

January 11, 2026 · 3 min · 578 words · Naomi Lane

Classic Yum Cha Siu Mai

Pork and prawn siu mai (or shumai) dumplings are a classic part of a yum cha or dim sum menu, and for good reason… they’re delicious! The great thing about them as well is that they don’t require any fancy folding technique, so they come together fairly quickly. Make sure you vigorously mix the filling to get the characteristic ‘bouncy’ texture’, plus keep some of the prawns roughly chopped so you get little pops of texture throughout....

January 11, 2026 · 2 min · 423 words · Trudy Blansett

Creamy Gochujang Ramen Carbonara

Creamy Gochujang Ramen Carbonara Video Go Recipe Go Why You’ll Love This Recipe This is a creamy, spicy noodle dish that I come back to again and again. It’s salty, savoury, just the right amount of spicy, and with a texture that’s silky and rich thanks to the egg and cream. If you’re a fan of bold flavours and you’ve got a soft spot for late-night noodles or cheeky carbonara cravings, this recipe is for you....

January 11, 2026 · 4 min · 747 words · Linda Ernst

Creamy Miso Chicken & Mushroom Pot Pies

All eyes on the pies! These mini marvels not only look super cute, but they taste super divine. Out of this world crazy-good. Creamy Miso Chicken & Mushroom Pot Pies 500g (1.1 lb ) chicken thigh fillets, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 garlic clove, finely grated ¼ tsp ground white pepper 1 tbsp vegetable oil 250g (8.8 oz) swiss brown or button mushrooms, halved 1¼ cup s sour cream...

January 11, 2026 · 2 min · 320 words · Albert Williamson

Crispy Crackling Pork With Herb Rice Stuffing

If you’re looking for a standout holiday dish or Sunday roast to impress your loved ones, you can’t go wrong with this crispy crackling pork. With next-level crunch and a rice-based, gluten-free stuffing, it’s a total keeper… and as most of the prep is done the day before, it’ll also keep stress levels to a minimum on the big day itself! Crispy Crackling Pork With Herb Rice Stuffing 2kg (4....

January 11, 2026 · 3 min · 452 words · Elaine Dennison

Easy Asian Greens

Restaurant-style Asian greens are so easy to achieve at home and they take next to no time to prepare and cook. Slice any greens you can find in store – bok choy, gai larn (Chinese broccoli), broccolini, choy sum – and stir-fry with garlic and oyster sauce in a wok. 2 tbsp vegetable oil 6 garlic cloves, sliced 300g (10oz) Asian greens, sliced 3 tbsp oyster sauce Heat the vegetable oil in a wok over high heat....

January 11, 2026 · 1 min · 105 words · Robert Mason

Gingerbread Skeleton Cookies

One of the easiest and stress-free Halloween treats you’ll ever make! All you need is just four ingredients and they’ll be ready in just about 30 minutes or less! You could even get your little ones to help you with the icing decorations! 500g (1 lb) gingerbread or plain premade cookie dough Royal icing* 2 cups icing sugar mixture (confectioner’s sugar) 1 egg white ½ tsp lemon juice Preheat oven to 160C/320F....

January 11, 2026 · 2 min · 299 words · Kimberly Vargo

Korean

It’s bacon and eggs… but not as you know it! With a hint of spice and some good ol’ noodles in the mix, this is one epic weeknight dinner. Korean-style Bacon & Egg Noodles 2 tsp vegetable oil 300g (10 oz) bacon, diced 4 eggs, lightly whisked 400g (14 oz) cooked noodles (e.g. egg noodles, hokkien or udon ) ¼ cup finely sliced spring onions (scallions) Stir-fry sauce: 2 tbsp Korean gochujang paste*...

January 11, 2026 · 1 min · 173 words · Reginald Baptiste

Lion’s Head Meatballs

These succulent, juicy meatballs are melt-in-mouth yum, and it’s all thanks to the steaming action. I love to serve these as a shared appetiser when entertaining my nearest and dearest. Lion’s Head Meatballs 400g (14 oz) beef mince 150g (5 oz) pork mince 2 tbsp finely chopped ginger 2 garlic cloves, finely grated ¼ cup finely chopped coriander, plus extra to serve 2 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp Chinese Shaoxing cooking wine...

January 11, 2026 · 2 min · 304 words · Nicholas Chadwick

Marion’s Best Beef Stroganoff

Get ready for the creamiest, tastiest best beef stroganoff ever – my extra ingredients really do make all the difference. Marion’s Best Beef Stroganoff 2 x 250g/9 oz steaks (try for a tender cut like rib eye, rib fillet, sirloin or striploin) 2 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp vegetable oil 4 tbsp (50g/1.7 oz) butter, plus 1 tbsp extra 300g (10 oz) button mushrooms, quartered 1 shallot, finely diced...

January 11, 2026 · 2 min · 360 words · Barbara Grant

One

This One-pan Yellow Curry Chicken and Broccoli Lasagne is the ultimate comfort food with a Thai-inspired twist. Think layers of creamy coconut curry sauce, tender shredded chicken, and cheesy, golden lasagne all cooked together in one pan. No fiddly layering required just bite-sized pasta sheets soaking up that fragrant curry goodness. It’s the perfect fusion dish that combines the rich flavours of Thai yellow curry with the cosy satisfaction of a classic Italian lasagne....

January 11, 2026 · 2 min · 395 words · Reginald Douglas

Red Curry Sweet Potato & Lentil Soup

This Red Curry Sweet Potato & Lentil Soup is the ultimate comforting meal, perfect for those chilly nights when you need something hearty and nourishing. Packed with tender sweet potato, protein-rich red lentils, and a touch of spicy red curry, this soup is as delicious as it is satisfying. It’s easy to make, vegan-friendly, and stores well for leftovers. Serve it with a scoop of rice for a complete meal....

January 11, 2026 · 2 min · 272 words · Samuel Torgerson

Spicy Prawn Chow Mein

This stir-fried noodle dish might look deceptively simple, but with a few tips and tricks up your sleeve, it really gets elevated to new heights. Charred prawns, bouncy noodles and a delicate hum of spice make this dish a true weeknight hero. Spicy Prawn Chow Mein 2 tbsp vegetable oil 400g (14 oz) peeled & deveined prawns, tails intact 1 long red chilli, finely sliced 3cm (just over 1”) piece ginger, peeled, finely julienned...

January 11, 2026 · 2 min · 425 words · Mavis Cohran

Sticky Korean Ginger Beer Pork Ribs

Sweet and sticky pork ribs coated with ginger beer and chilli – delicious. These are so easy to make – simply coat them with the homemade marinade and pop in the oven, then fire up the grill at the end to get that amazing sticky, finger-licking glaze. Napkins at the ready, my friends! Sticky Korean Ginger Beer Pork Ribs 1.2kg (2.6 lb) pork rib rack 2 tbsp gochujang* 1/3 cup brown sugar...

January 11, 2026 · 2 min · 309 words · Helen Witherite

Teriyaki Chicken Noodles

Up for a weeknight dinner that raises the flavour stakes? Try this, my teriyaki chicken noodles, complete with homemade sauce that’s surprisingly quick and easy. Cooking the chicken on skewers help give it a lovely smoky flavour, too, for that added street-food vibe. Teriyaki Chicken Noodles 370g (13 oz) dried ramen noodles 2 tsp sesame oil 600g (21 oz) chicken thigh fillets, cut into bite-sized pieces bamboo skewers* 1 large leek, trimmed, halved lengthways and cut into 4cm (about 1....

January 11, 2026 · 2 min · 327 words · Kimberly Wilson

Thai Breakfast Rice Soup (jok Moo Sap)

Get ready for Thailand’s breakfast of champions! This rice soup is gloriously comforting and satisfying – and guaranteed fuel for hours! My advice? The condiments really are essential, so be sure to not skip those steps. Thai Breakfast Rice Soup (Jok Moo Sap) 1 cup long grain rice 4 eggs fish sauce to season and serve ground white pepper to serve finely julienned fresh ginger to serve roughly chopped coriander (cilantro) to serve...

January 11, 2026 · 3 min · 497 words · Brian Butler