Sometimes you can’t beat a real-deal Thai green curry from scratch. This recipe (sidenote: it’s one of the first Mama Noi ever taught me) features the freshest ingredients for the best homemade curry paste that tastes like it’s fresh off the streets of Bangkok. Real-Deal Thai Green Curry From Scratch 2 tbsp vegetable oil 3 dried red chillies (optional) 400ml (14 fl oz) coconut milk 4 fresh makrut lime leaves...
Chicken noodle soup gets a laksa glow-up with this warming, spicy slow cooker recipe. With its tender shredded chicken, slurpy noodles and creamy curry broth, it’s a rich-tasting treat. And did I mention… there’s dumplings, too! Slow-cooker Chicken Laksa Noodle Soup 2 tbsp vegetable oil 3 tbsp Thai red curry paste 2 tbsp curry powder 8 cups chicken stock 2 tbsp fish sauce 1 tsp sugar 1 whole chicken...
Fire up the barbie: these grilled chicken thighs are bursting with Thai flavour and will be the hero of your next backyard BBQ. Marinade overnight for even more impact if you’re feeling particularly organised. Thai-style Grilled Chicken 2 coriander roots 4 garlic cloves, skins removed 1 tsp white peppercorns 8 chicken thighs ½ tsp turmeric 2 tbsp fish sauce 1 tbsp dark sweet soy sauce (e.g. kecap manis )...
This pork & tomato dish isn’t something you’d find in many Thai restaurants, but it’s definitely something you’d find me eating at home on my couch. It’s so comforting and delicious. The texture of the fresh noodles combined with the peppery, porky gravy is just so so good. Thai Pork & Tomato Gravy noodles 8 soft green lettuce leaves, roughly sliced 3 tbsp vegetable oil 300g (10.5 oz) fresh rice noodles*...
Eat this for breakfast, lunch or dinner: the savoury pork filling inside the fluffy egg wrapper is so satisfying and delicious. Simply stir-fry the pork mixture with onion, garlic and tomato, then make the omelette and place the pork mixture in the centre before folding over the edges? Thai Stuffed Omelette ‘Kai Yat Sai’ 12 eggs 120ml (4 fl oz) water 4 tbsp vegetable oil prik nam pla , to serve (optional)...
Canned tuna is destined for so much more with this quick and easy weeknight dinner that won’t break the bank. Full-bodied, spicy and with added veggies for that virtuous boost, this Thai tuna and sweet potato red curry is the budget-friendly pantry-staple recipe to try tonight. Thai Tuna and Sweet Potato Red Curry 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 x Marion’s Kitchen Thai Red Curry Kit , which contains: – THAI RED CURRY PASTE...
This spicy, peppery marinade will make friends with any cut of steak you prefer… and it’s so good that it doubles up as a finishing sauce, too! It really does bring an awesome Asian twist to your next steak night or barbecue. If you’re in a hurry and can’t wait for beefy goodness, you can skip the overnight marinating. 1 quantity Thai Pepper Steak Marinade (below) 2 x 400g (14 oz) rib eye steaks...
Bet you’ve never seen a prawn cocktail (or a wonton wrapper) like this before! Sweet and succulent prawns pair beautifully with a crunchy shell, fresh lettuce and the pièce de résistance: a homemade yuzu mayo that’s so citrusy and creamy, you’ll want to bathe in it. 20 wonton wrappers 400g (14 oz) peeled and deveined prawns vegetable oil, for brushing ½ cup finely shredded iceberg lettuce ½ avocado, finely diced...
Want to make homemade duck pancakes? It’s a lot easier than you think, so ditch the store-bought version and try out this made-from-scratch weekend cooking project. They’re the perfect partner to my Quick & Easy Peking-style Duck – ideal for your next Chinese banquet! 2 cups low-protein or cake flour*, plus extra for dusting 2 tbsp vegetable oil 1 tbsp sesame oil Sift the flour into a large mixing bowl....
Asian greens… in pastry? This choy sum and brie tart with added gruyere is all kinds of wonderful: savoury, creamy and with a delicious bite from the roasted veggies. Totally unexpected, but totally divine. Choy Sum and Brie Tart 375g (13 oz) puff pastry (a pre-rolled sheet is best) 1 egg yolk, beaten ¼ bunch choy sum, cut into thirds* 100g (3.5 oz) brie cheese, sliced 50g (1.5 oz) gruyere, grated...
This Japanese-inspired fried chicken is the perfect bite-sized pop of flavour, and served with a spicy wasabi mayo… it’s seriously wow, you guys. Crispy strips of nori seaweed add a gorgeous flavour and texture to this one. Serve up as a fun appetiser or party snack at your next gathering. Fried Nori Chicken 2 tbsp light soy sauce 2 tbsp mirin 1 tbsp sake 3 tsp finely grated fresh ginger...
Creamy coconut carrot mash is the perfect accompaniment to tender marinated steak in an Asian-style sauce. The steak can be grilled or cooked on the barbecue for an awesomely easy weekend meal. 2 x 250g (8.8 oz) scotch fillet (rib eye) steaks (any cut of steak of you fancy will work well) oil for brushing 1 cup beef stock 3 whole star anise 1 tbsp butter steamed broccolini fried shallots...
Using ready-cooked roast duck and frozen spring roll wrappers to make these quick and easy party pleasers. Serve with a dipping sauce such as sweet chilli sauce or sweet and sour chilli coriander sauce, or eat them on their own. Hoisin Duck Spring Rolls 16 x 20cm (6×8 inches) frozen spring roll wrappers, thawed 400g (about 1 lb) roast duck meat, sliced 1 bunch spring onions, sliced into 4cm-long batons...
My version of Korean japchae is a noodle-lover’s delight, and I’ve got just the techniques to take this dish off the scale, flavour-wise! Korean Japchae Noodles 1/3 cup soy sauce 1 tbsp caster sugar 1 tbsp sesame oil 350g (12 oz) thinly sliced beef (use tender cuts such as rib eye, scotch fillet, tenderloin, striploin or sirloin) 1 bunch English spinach (about 200g/7 oz) trimmed, coarsely chopped 100g (3.5 oz) Korean sweet potato noodles or regular cellophane noodles...
The silky smooth, savoury sensation you need in your life. Did somebody say pork croutons? Malaysian Hokkien Mee 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped 200g (7.5 oz) pork belly thinly sliced 8 peeled and deveined prawns 2 cups sliced cabbage 400g (14 oz) cooked hokkien noodles 1 tbsp cornflour mixed with 1 tbsp water Crispy pork croutons: 200g (7.5 oz) skinless pork belly cut into small dice Marinade: 1 tbsp soy sauce...
These Mama Noi’s Famous Spring Rolls are a delicious and crispy treat, perfect for any occasion. Filled with tender pork, crunchy vegetables, and glass noodles, they’re the ideal balance of flavour and texture. The homemade carrot dipping sauce adds a tangy, sweet kick that complements the crispy rolls. Whether you’re serving them as an appetiser or snack, they’re sure to be a crowd favourite! Brought to you by 2 coriander roots...
This homemade olive bread is close to a sourdough loaf in taste, yet doesn’t have the whole days-long sourdough starter process. Arm yourself with your trusty breadmaker appliance, set aside a weekend afternoon for baking, then get ready to feast on crunchy, delicious Italian-style bread in time for dinner. I’m even making freshly churned butter to go with it! 400g (14 oz) strong white flour, plus extra to dust...
If it was a choice between soggy cereal or these grilled pork skewers for breakfast, I’d choose these every time. Every. Time. Why? Because moo ping hits that spot of salty, sweet and savoury, all at once – those behind-the-scenes prep and cook techniques elevate it to something else. This is the Thai street food snack you need in on. Moo Ping (Thai-style Grilled BBQ Pork) 250g (9 oz) sticky (glutinous) rice...
Mashed potato in a toasted sandwich? Heck yeah. There’s spice in there too, plus curry leaves, fresh, sliced vegetables, a perky green chutney and even melty cheese. Based on Mumbai’s most famous street snack, this is one hefty sambo. In our house we call this ‘dinner’. 2 cups leftover mashed potato 3 tbsp vegetable oil 1 tsp yellow mustard seeds 1/2 tsp cumin seeds 10 fresh curry leaves 1/2 tsp ground turmeric...
My version of Filipino pancit bihon noodles is so full of savoury deliciousness, you’ll want to make it again and again. Especially because it’s all done in one pan – you don’t even have to cook the noodles separately! One Pan Filipino ‘Pancit Bihon’ Noodles 150g (5 oz) pork belly, skin remove and thinly sliced 200g (7 oz) chicken thigh, cut into bite-sized pieces 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped...
