I’m at it again with the fusion pasta, and this one is pretty immense, not gonna lie. The texture of that butter sauce is bang on, while using my fave Korean condiment brings an untraditional but totally welcome addition to proceedings. 250g (9 oz) spaghetti 400g (14 oz) peeled, tail-on prawns (shrimp) 80g (2.8 oz) unsalted butter 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 tbsp gochujang*...
I love one-pan recipes: not only does it mean less washing up, but it allows all the flavours to make friends with one another. And this one feels positively saintly with all those gorgeous vegies and goodness. Feel free to marinate your chicken for a couple of hours or overnight if you’re super-organised for even more epicness. 4 x chicken thigh fillets, skin-on Sticky Chilli Ginger Marinade (try my homemade sticky chilli sauce recipe )...
Just when you think you can’t eat any more ham, along comes a dumpling to save the day. These bouncy, juicy wontons are a clever, quick and easy way to use up your Christmas leftovers and bring some much-needed spice to the post-festive proceedings. 300g (10.5 oz) leftover cooked ham, roughly chopped 100g (3.5 oz) pork mince 1 egg ¼ cup chicken stock 2 tsp cornflour (cornstarch) 1 tbsp soy sauce...
Canned tuna doesn’t just have to be destined for soggy salads or bland sandwiches. Here’s how to turn this humble pantry staple into a spicy, stomach-pleasing bowl of ultimate fried rice. Spicy Tuna Fried Rice 3 tbsp vegetable oil 2 eggs, lightly whisked 3 garlic cloves 2 large mild red chillies 2 spicy birds’ eye chillies (or to taste) 1 small onion, diced 150g (5 oz) tin of tuna, drained...
Sticky Hoisin Pork Stir-fry Video Go Recipe Go Why You’ll Love This Recipe Forget everything you know about pork belly taking hours to cook. This version is fast, sticky and tender in under 20 minutes. A quick bicarb and cornflour marinade gives you melt-in-your-mouth pieces, while the glossy hoisin and honey sauce delivers that perfect mix of sweet, savoury and just a hint of five spice. It’s quick comfort food that feels like a weekend indulgence....
If comfort food had a Thai passport, Khao Mun Gai would be it. This iconic dish of poached chicken served with silky, fragrant rice and a bold, garlicky dipping sauce hits all the right notes – savoury, soothing, and satisfyingly simple. It’s a one-bowl wonder you can serve up for dinner and repurpose for lunch the next day. The homemade broth? Total game-changer. You’ll want to sip every last drop....
Perfectly cooked, flaked salmon is the ideal accompaniment to this zingy noodle salad, which is full of fresh herbs, zesty lime and a good hit of chilli. And it’s ready in just 15 minutes. Feel free to control the spice level to get it working for your tastebuds. Enjoy! Thai Salmon Noodle Salad 80g dried glass noodles (also known as bean thread or cellophane noodles) 2 x 200g (7 oz) skinless salmon fillets...
This is my quicker, weeknight version of one of my mum’s recipes that has been a favourite in our family for as long as I can remember. These Thai soy-braised noodles are richly flavoured and savoury as anything, and never fail to bring out the comforting vibes. 4 dried shiitake mushrooms 4 garlic cloves 2 coriander (cilantro) roots, plus leaves to serve 1 tsp whole white peppercorns 1 tbsp vegetable oil...
This noodle stir-fry is quick, fiery and full of fabulousness, making it perfect for a pick-me-up weeknight dinner. Make it as spicy or as mild as you like to suit your tastebuds – don’t copy me if you’re not as much of a chilli nut as I am! 10-minute Spicy Prawn Drunken Noodles 5 garlic cloves, roughly chopped 3 birdseye chillies, stem removed 1 large red chilli, stem removed...
Chicken skewers are one of my go-to weeknight meals. I like to prep them ahead of time on a Sunday and then keep them in the fridge in an airtight container, so all I need to do come Monday night is to heat the grill and cook them up. This recipe has a gorgeous coconutty and turmeric flavour from my marinade range, or you can also make your own from scratch....
Want to know how to cook rice but also add more flavour? Here’s how. With subtle chicken and ginger undertones, this steamed rice is one big bowl of grown-up grains. 2 cups jasmine rice 2½ cups chicken stock 3 slices fresh ginger Place the rice into a fine sieve and wash with water to remove excess starch. Drain the water and place the rice into a saucepan. Add the chicken stock and nestle the ginger into the rice....
Bet your grandparents never had corned beef like this before… yep, we’re using our leftovers to upgrade our instant noodles in a jiffy, with the ultimate corned beef ramen recipe. 1 x packet of instant ramen noodles Leftover corned beef (find my corned beef recipe here) cooked Chinese broccoli leaves cooked shelled edamame mayak egg , halved finely sliced spring onion (scallions) chilli crisp, to serve (try my homemade chilli crisp recipe, or use store-bought)...
How to make gyoza dumplings EVEN better? This crispy latticework bottom that’s pure, supersonic crunch. Truly joyous! Crispy Pork Gyoza 24 gow gee or gyoza wrappers 4 tbsp vegetable oil 2 tbsp cornflour 1 tbsp plain flour 3/4 cup water Filling: 2/3 cup finely sliced green cabbage 1 tsp salt 250g (8.8 oz) pork mince 2 tbsp soy sauce 1 tsp sesame oil 2 spring onions (scallions), trimmed, finely chopped...
Marion’s Favourite Prawn Pad Thai Video Go Recipe Go Why You’ll Love This Recipe This dish is honestly one of my forever favourites. I remember sitting at the kitchen table as a kid, watching Mum pull this together like it was second nature with those tangy, sweet, savoury aromas dancing through the house. I’d pinch bites straight from the wok (sorry Mum!). It’s the kind of meal I’ve loved my whole life and I still come back to it when I need comfort or just a proper good dinner....
A true love story: fried rice, getting up close with fragrant, peppery prawns. Bring on the food baby! Salt & Pepper Prawn Fried Rice 1 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns 1 tbsp black peppercorns 2 tsp sea salt 2 tbsp vegetable oil 1 onion, diced 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 2 00g (7 oz) peeled and deveined prawns 2 eggs, whisked 2 tbsp soy sauce ¼ tsp sugar ½ cup finely sliced spring onion (scallions)...
Meatballs. Oftentimes, they can be a bit… well… more ‘meh’-balls. No longer! I’ve got just the technique to make them juicy, soft and tender. Enjoy! San Choy Bow Meatball Lettuce Cups 1 x Marion’s Kitchen San Choy Bow Kit , which includes: – WATER CHESTNUTS – SAN CHOY BOW SAUCE – VERMICELLI NOODLES – CRUSHED PEANUTS 2 tbsp vegetable oil fresh herbs, to serve (e.g. mint and coriander/cilantro) cucumber, cut into long strips, to serve...
It’s a hot dog… but not as you know it! I give the all-American classic an Asian twist, and the results are epic. Soft, fluffy bao buns, crispy coleslaw and statement condiments to round things off nicely. You’ll be barking mad to miss out on these! Spicy Hot Dog Bao 10 small sausages or hot dogs vegetable oil for brushing and grilling 1 tbsp black sesame seeds Japanese tonkatsu sauce or your choice of barbecue sauce, to serve...
Spring Roll Noodles Video Go Recipe Go Why You’ll Love This Recipe This one’s inspired by my mum’s famous Thai spring rolls—but with no rolling, no frying. Just the same savoury pork, the sweet-tangy dipping sauce (transformed into a dressing), and all those fresh, crunchy bits tossed into a salad. It’s fast, satisfying, and packed with flavour. What are Spring Roll Noodles? Think of this as a deconstructed Thai spring roll in salad form....
This dish is the equivalent of a hug in a bowl! Rich, comforting and bursting with umami, it’s the perfect dinner to curl up on the couch with. Taiwanese Braised Pork & Rice 1 tbsp vegetable oil 700g (1.5 lb) pork belly, cut into 2cm pieces 1 tsp Sichuan peppercorns 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 eschallot, finely chopped ¼ cup soy sauce ¼ cup Chinese Shaoxing wine 1 tbsp dark sweet soy sauce or kecap manis...
This is my riff on a chicken caesar salad – and dare I say it – a much better version than the traditional. Not that there’s anything wrong with the humble caesar salad – I love it as much as the next person. But here I’ve added a basil and coconut dressing that pairs perfectly with the crunchy, crumbed chicken, parmesan and bacon. It’s truly epic. 4 rashers of bacon...
