How’s this for a bowl of comforting bliss: Cantonese-inspired BBQ char siu pork perched atop an epic fried rice packed with egg, savoury sauce and virtuous vegies. How to make this weeknight dinner even better? Get the PJs on, Netflix playing and phone on silent. Boom. 4 x 150g (5 oz) pork scotch steaks ½ cup char siu sauce* 1 tbsp vegetable oil Fried rice: 2 tbsp vegetable oil...
If ever there was an elegant stir-fry Olympics, this would win gold! Beautiful flavours sing in harmony to create a standout but simple dish you’ll return to again and again. Thai Chicken & Ginger Noodles 400g (14 oz) chicken thighs, thinly sliced 1 tsp dark sweet soy sauce ½ tsp ground white pepper ¼ cup oyster sauce 1 tbsp fish sauce 1 tsp sugar 2 tbsp vegetable oil 3 garlic cloves, roughly chopped...
Small squid tubes stuffed with pork mince are simmered in a simple pork broth. Serve with Marion’s homemade garlic oil. Marion’s mum says this dish is the reason Marion’s dad wanted to marry her! Thai Stuffed Squid Soup 2 coriander roots 2 garlic cloves 350g (12 oz) pork mince ½ tsp ground white pepper 1 tbsp fish sauce, plus 3 extra tbsp 8 small squid tubes, cleaned 8 toothpicks...
3-Ingredient Mochi Ice Cream Video Go Recipe Go Why You’ll Love This Recipe Three ingredients. That’s it. Just melted ice cream and glutinous rice flour, and somehow, it becomes soft, chewy mochi with a creamy, frozen centre. This recipe is the ultimate lazy-genius dessert: no sugar, no steaming, no fancy tools. For this version, I used the Panasonic 32L NN-ST64QW Microwave . Its even heat cooks the dough perfectly, glossy, stretchy and smooth in minutes....
Air frying has surged in popularity as a cooking method in recent years and I am totally onboard. But you know what I’m most definitely NOT on board with? Anaemic-looking ‘fried’ chicken. So often you get such a disappointing colour rather than that glorious golden glow deep-frying gives. The good news? I’ve got the solution, thanks to a couple of nifty ingredients to encourage browning and crisping in the air fryer....
Stretchy, savoury bread with a satisfying oozy, cheesy filling… this pull-apart homemade goodness is perfect for sharing. Save this one for weekend baking as there are quite a few steps involved, but I promise it’s a keeper! Cheesy Sesame Pull-apart Bread Tangzhong*: 25g (1 oz) plain (all-purpose) flour 80ml water Dough: 360g (12.5 oz) plain (all-purpose) flour, plus extra for dusting 20g (0.7 oz) sugar 7g (0.25 oz) instant yeast...
If there was ever a pasta dish to make you swoon, it would be this. Garlicky, buttery and spicy, it’s got comfort factor in spades. Chilli Crisp Garlic Butter Spaghetti 200g (7 oz) spaghetti 100g (3.5 oz) unsalted butter 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped 3 tbsp chilli crisp oil*, plus extra to serve 1½ tbsp salted crunchy peanut butter 2 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp oyster sauce ½ cup finely sliced spring onion s (scallions)...
These chilli crisp yoghurt eggs are my love letter to cilbir, a Turkish dish of eggs on a gorgeous garlicky, yoghurty base. I’m adding a gorgeous buttery, chilli-crispy twist to things, and the result is a heavenly dish that’s perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Chilli Crisp Yoghurt Eggs ½ cup thick Greek yoghurt ¼ tsp finely grated garlic sea salt 25g (0.8 oz) unsalted butter 2 tbsp Marion’s Kitchen Chilli Crisp Oil...
These wontons are the perfect blend of crunchy wrapper and juicy, bouncy filling – and they’re super easy to make. I like to freeze a big batch so that I always have some on hand when a wonton emergency arises. Divine! Crispy Pork & Prawn Wontons 200g (0.44 lbs) pork mince 100g (0.22 lbs) peeled and deveined prawns, roughly chopped 2 tbsp finely chopped spring onion (scallions) 2 tsp light soy sauce...
I like quick. I like easy. But I also like delicious. And this lemongrass chicken noodle salad ticks all the boxes. Yes, it’s a salad… but it is FAR from sad. 1 x bottle Vietnamese Style Lemongrass & Garlic Marinade (or try my homemade lemongrass marinade recipe) 600g (1 lb 5 oz) chicken thigh fillets, excess fat trimmed 150g (5 oz) dried rice vermicelli noodles 8 cherry tomatoes, halved...
If you love a cosy noodle soup but are short on time, this one is a total game-changer. Instead of making dough, you’ll “pull” soft, bouncy noodle strands from humble gow gee dumpling wrappers: no kneading or rolling required. Juicy pork meatballs poach straight in the broth, which means fewer dishes and maximum flavour. Add tender bok choy and a drizzle of crispy chilli oil and you’ve got a slurpable, weeknight-friendly bowl that tastes like your favourite noodle shop… only faster....
I’m all for convenience, but when I’ve got time to spare and fancy getting down to it in my kitchen, nothing beats homemade. Here’s my ultimate recipe for a rustic, made-with-love spicy sriracha sauce. Homemade Thai Sriracha Sauce 800g (28 oz) large red chillies, deseeded and roughly chopped* 240g (8 oz) garlic cloves, peeled 4 red capsicum (bell peppers), deseeded and cut into small hunks 1.5L (50 fl oz) white vinegar...
Creamy, buttery, fluffy egg that tastes good any time of the day – this French omelette isn’t just for breakfast, people! Experiment with fillings, don’t forget the butter and always go non-stick with your pan to prevent any mishaps (or meltdowns!). How to French Omelette 3 eggs ½ tsp sea salt 2 tsp finely sliced chives 2 tsp butter, plus extra if desired Coconut Sriracha or any hot sauce you like (optional)...
What’s better than a boiled egg and soldiers? An egg that’s marinated in soy sauce, mirin and sake! These are best left overnight to really soak up the marinade. Add them to noodles, stir-fries and soups, or eat them on their own! How To Make Soy Sauce Eggs 6 eggs, refrigerated Soy sauce marinade: 1 cup soy sauce ½ cup sake ¼ cup mirin Use a needle or a small sharp knife to make a small prick in the rounded bottom side of each egg....
There’s something about lamb cutlets that always impresses if you’re entertaining, and these perfectly seasoned beauties are no exception. To get even more flavour from them, try and factor in two hours beforehand for marinating. Hunan-style Grilled Lamb Cutlets 2 tsp cumin seeds 2 tbsp light soy sauce 1 tbsp Chinese S haoxing wine 1 tbsp hoisin sauce 1 tsp dark soy sauce 12 lamb cutlets or lamb chops...
Korean jajangmyeon, or noodles in black bean sauce, is a popular dish around the world due to its immensely satisfying and savoury flavours. In Korea itself, it’s embedded into the culture so much that it’s developed an iconic status – not only is it a street food staple, but it’s also devoured on special occasions and portrayed in films and K-pop songs as the ultimate comfort food that brings people together....
Sweet, fruity and brimming with festive spices, this glazed ham is where it’s at this holiday season. Christmas just got even tastier! 5.5kg (12 lb) smoked & cooked ham Spiced marinade: 4cm (1.5”) piece ginger, peeled, roughly chopped 5 cloves of garlic, roughly chopped 3 red Asian shallots, roughly chopped 3 large red chillies, roughly chopped 1 tbsp Chinese five spice 1 tbsp ground cloves 100ml (3.5 fl oz) Chinese Shaoxing wine...
Aussies are known for our love of a good meat pie… so it was only natural that I’d put my own spin on it! The result is deliciously tender beef, flaky pastry and layer upon layer of rich, umami flavour. Marion’s Best Meat Pie 1kg (2.2lb) beef brisket, trimmed and cut into 3cm pieces ½ tsp ground black pepper ½ cup corn flour (cornstarch) 2 tbsp vegetable oil, plus extra if needed...
An easy dessert that tastes as good as it looks? Gotta be this steamed microwave sticky date pudding. Add a cheeky drizz of toffee sauce, lashings of cream and a hefty dollop of ice cream for added indulgence. Go on. You deserve it In collaboration with Microwave Sticky Date Pudding 225g (7.9 oz) pitted dates 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) 110g (4 oz) unsalted butter, softened, plus extra for greasing...
Creamy, bacon-y carbonara with one little secret Asian ingredient that really takes this pasta dish to the next level. Can you guess what it is? Italian friends, you may want to look away now. Miso Carbonara 3 eggs, plus 2 egg yolks 2 tbsp miso paste 100g (3.5 oz) finely grated parmesan cheese, plus extra to serve ½ tsp ground black pepper 400g (14 oz) spaghetti or pasta of choice...
