This Easy 20-Minute Laksa is the perfect quick meal for busy days. With its rich and creamy coconut broth, tender chicken slices, and the satisfying addition of noodles, this dish is an absolute crowd-pleaser. The balance of spices from the Thai red curry paste and curry powder, paired with fresh ginger and turmeric, creates a wonderfully aromatic soup that’s bursting with flavour. It’s a fantastic dish for when you want something comforting yet simple to whip up in just 20 minutes....

Spicy, rich and vibrant curry noodle soup… within half an hour? It’s absolutely possible… and positively delicious. Easy Curry Mee 2 tbsp vegetable oil 2 tbsp Thai red curry paste 1 tbsp curry powder 1/2 tsp turmeric 4 chicken thigh fillets 2 cups coconut milk 6 cups chicken stock 1 lemongrass stalk, bruised 3 tbsp fish sauce 1 tsp sugar 400g cooked noodles bean shoots, to serve coriander leaves, to serve...

Impossibly crispy chicken wings and the most delicious sweet and sticky glaze… there’s no soggy skin in sight with these fried little friends of mine! All I can say is: wow. If you’re super-organised, marinate them in the fridge overnight for even more flavour. Honey Lemon Chicken Wings 1kg (2.2 lb) chicken wings ½ cup corn flour (cornstarch) vegetable oil for deep frying sesame seeds to serve Marinade: 1 tbsp soy sauce...

Fluffy, pillowy, homemade bao buns… filled with JAM? Totally a thing! We’re making Asian-esque jam donuts, dipped in a five spice sugar as a finishing touch. Make these for a weekend treat, birthday party, special occasion, picnic… or just because! 360g (12.7 oz) low protein flour 20g (0.7 oz) skim milk powder 4g (0.14g) baking powder 5g (0.17 oz) dried instant yeast 35g (1.2 oz) white sugar 35g (1.2 oz) vegetable oil, plus extra for greasing...

If you’re after a creamy, spicy pasta that is guaranteed to impress, this Marry Me Red Curry Prawn Pasta is the one. The bold Thai red curry brings the perfect amount of heat, while the prawns stay juicy and tender. Toss it all through silky spaghetti and finish with parmesan, coriander and a drizzle of crispy chilli oil. It is romantic enough for date night but easy enough for a midweek dinner....

Say hello to the cheesecake of champions… this baked dessert is EVERYTHING. And that caramel sauce? Definitely gold standard. Miso Cheesecake with Caramel Sauce 250g m alt biscu i ts 125g (4.4 oz) unsalted butter, melted 500g (1.1 lb) cream cheese, at room temperature, chopped 200g caster (super-fine) sugar 1½ tbsp shiro miso paste (also known as white miso paste) 300ml (10 fl oz) thickened (heavy) cream 3 eggs...

This rich and rewarding Taiwanese noodle soup typically takes several hours to make, but thanks to my recipe you can cheat your way to full-on flavour in a fraction of the time. All you need are a few essential aromatic ingredients… and a handy pressure cooker! Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup 3 tbsp vegetable oil 1 onion, sliced 6 garlic cloves 3 slices fresh ginger 6 spring onions (scallions) 2 large mild red chillies, deseeded...

I’ve had so many requests from people who can’t get hold of my Thai Basil, Lime & Coconut dressing that I’ve decided to share the recipe. So here it is – the recipe that makes my popular creamy Thai salad dressing. I use this sauce on so many dishes – it’s light, tangy and goes well with chicken, seafood and vegetables. ½ cup coconut cream 3 tbsp lime juice...

Money bags are a traditional food used to celebrate Chinese New Year. These little fried parcels of pork and prawn are great finger food for a party at any time of year, served with a sweet and sour dipping sauce that you can make ahead and keep in the fridge for up to two weeks. Thai Pork & Prawn ‘Money Bags’ 16 stalks of spring onion/scallions (green part only)...

Make these finger-food faves from scratch, including homemade wrappers: it’s easier than you think. The tasty pork filling is combined with carrot, cabbage and noodles, plus a garlic, pepper and coriander seasoning. Make the rolls up to step 6 ahead of time and freeze, then deep-fry to crisp up just before serving. Thai Spring Rolls Filling: 100g (3.5 oz) bean thread (cellophane) noodles 3 garlic cloves 1 tsp black peppercorns...

Ready in 10 minutes, this vegetarian omelet is perfect for a hearty breakfast, work from home lunch or as part of a shared Thai-style banquet meal. Thai Tomato & Onion Omelet 3 eggs ½ tomato, diced ½ small onion, diced 1 tbsp fish sauce ¼ tsp ground white pepper ½ cup vegetable oil Crack the eggs into a bowl. Add the tomato, onion, fish sauce and white pepper and whisk until just combined....

Chicken wings are the ultimate party food or sharing platter idea. And these ones are a real favourite in my family – the recipe comes straight from Mama Noi herself! Spicy but sweet, they’re totally divine as an appetiser. The Best Sticky Wings 2kg (4 lb 6 oz) chicken wings 1 cup Marion’s Kitchen Sticky Chilli Ginger Marinade (or follow my homemade recipe for Chilli Ginger Marinade below) Dipping sauce of your choice (e....

Get your day off to a fresh and zingy start with this easy and speedy smoothie bowl that sings with a taste of the tropics. Topped with creamy yoghurt, fresh fruit and crunchy muesli, it’s a filling, flavoursome and texture-packed breakfast the whole family will love. In collaboration with Carman’s Kitchen . 1 cup frozen mango 1 cup frozen banana ½ cup frozen pineapple 2 makrut lime leaves, destemmed...

It’s a Vietnamese banh mi, masquerading as a taco, giving off serious smashburger vibes. A multitude of personalities in one heck of a snack. Sheer joy, in other words. In collaboration with Panasonic Australia Air Fryer-style Smashburger Banh Mi Tacos 500g (1 lb) pork mince 1 lemongrass stalk, pale part only, bruised, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, finely grated 4 spring onions (scallions), white and green parts finely chopped...

These vegie burgers use roasted beetroot and lentils to create vibrant burger patties with garam masala and smoked paprika for extra flavour. Serve on toasted buns with all your usual burger toppings and spicy sauce. Beetroot Smash Burgers 500g (1 lb) beetroot (beets) peeled and cut into bite-sized cubes 3 tbsp vegetable oil 1 onion, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 tsp chilli powder (use more or less to taste)...

When dumplings meet chicken satay, true magic happens! These pretty-as-a-picture beauties are parcels of pure joy – everything about them makes me happy, from their shape to their flavourful filling. Chicken Satay Dumplings 300g (10.5 oz) chicken mince ½ cup panko breadcrumbs ¼ cup finely sliced spring onion (scallions), plus extra to serve 2 tbsp chicken stock 40 wonton wrappers Satay sauce: ¼ cup roasted peanuts 2 tbsp vegetable oil...

You’ll have dinner on the table in just half an hour with this 30-minute curry, and the flavours won’t suffer in the slightest from the speed! Serve with a crispy, flaky roti, fluffy naan bread or some steamed rice. 3 garlic cloves 1 x 4cm piece ginger, peeled, roughly chopped 1 large mild green chilli, roughly chopped 1 tbsp vegetable oil 2 tbsp curry powder 1 tbsp tomato paste...

There are many versions of Asian chicken rice, but this Vietnamese version that’s popular in Hoi An is one of my faves. Poached chicken, fragrant broth, tangy salad – all the things, my friends. A dinner that is off-the-scale comfort. 1.5kg (3 lb 5 oz) whole chicken 2 litres (2.1 qt) chicken stock 1 brown onion, skin-on, halved 4 thick slices ginger 1 tsp ground turmeric 2 cups jasmine rice...

A hot and spicy… dessert? Yep, I’m using Sichuan peppercorns and chilli to make the ultimate sweet treat. With heaps of tongue-tingling components, this bombe alaska is a weekend bakeathon project, but totally worth it. Save this one for a special family occasion and wow your loved ones. Sichuan Peppercorn Vodka 3 tbsp green Sichuan peppercorns 1 cup vodka Hot & Numbing Fudge Brownie 1½ tbsp green Sichuan peppercorns...

If you’ve ever wondered what’s in these bad boys, well, nothing bad at all really – only a tiny bit of sugar! These homemade bao buns are fluffy, light and easier than you think to make. You can even make them up to a day ahead and then steam them before serving. So good! How To Make Bao Buns 360g (12.6oz) plain (all-purpose) flour, plus extra for dusting 20g (0....