These dumplings are formed into little “purses” and are filled with a simple yet flavorful filling of ground pork, chives, cabbage and ginger. They are like an “almost but not quite” version of Chinese sheng jian bao - juicy, but not to the level of the pan-fried soup dumplings.
If you want this delicate custard wrapped up by layers of thin, crunchy phyllo bathed in delicious, succulent syrup, you should make galaktoboureko, the famous Greek custard pie.
Famous for its nutty & pungent taste, Dan Dan noodles can be easily replicated in your home kitchen. Try my easy-to-follow recipe!
Salenjaci, also known as “Croatian croissants with character,” are a sweet dessert coming from Slavonia, the eastern part of Croatia. Here is how to make Salenjaci!
Cold, refrigerated dough is the secret to making delicious focaccia! This focaccia bread recipe takes 5 min to stir together and emerges pillowy and golden.
A super easy and decadent treat – these no-bake pistachio brownies are rich and chocolatey, but made with healthier ingredients! A simple no-bake base packed with oats, cocoa, a little maple syrup to sweeten and a bit of coconut oil to bind everything together. The centre is made up of pistachio butter, whole pistachios and a little more coconut oil and maple syrup. Pistachios are such an underrated nut. It’s by far my favourite nut. I do think it’s so underrated and under used in the west. Whereas in the Middle East where I grew up, it’s the most popular. They use it in so many desserts and even savoury dishes. But they’re mostly enjoyed on their own – salted […]
A warm and hearty bowl of Kimchi Noodle Soup with Dumplings! Noodles in a really flavourful and umami kimchi broth with mushrooms, dumplings, and veggies. This is one of those really easy one-pot recipes that you can easily whip-up when you’re craving a bowl of noodles!
These spicy Korean Gochujang noodles are so easy to make, saucy, spicy yet sweet and perfect for a simple 30 minute dinner! Served with ground meat of choice such as beef, turkey or chicken for a simple and protein packed recipe.
These East African Coconut Rice Pancakes are so fluffy, flavorful, and perfect with a drizzle of syrup, honey, or can be eaten with a dusting of sugar. The perfect breakfast or snack!
This Szechuan potato stir fry is hot, sour, savory and so unique. It never takes me more than 20 minutes (including soaking the potatoes!) to make this authentic Chinese recipe at home.
These fried potato dumplings, called Schupfnudeln in German, are made with eggs, flour, butter, and a pinch of nutmeg for a tasty side dish or snack.
This Spicy Szechuan Wontons recipe is take on the wildly popular street dish that is found in the Sichuan province. It's spicy & flavorful.
The obvious choice for lamb is to work it into a fragrant Indian curry.
Recipe video above. A 3-hour lamb shoulder is great. A 12-hour lamb shoulder is better! The meat is even more succulent because a lower cooking temperature means less moisture loss, and better flavour infusion from the rub. The sauce is a Lamb Jus made using the braising juices so it has phenomenal flavour. Don't be intimidated, it's simple and no more difficult to make than gravy!This is an excellent make-ahead recipe for gatherings. Why? Because you can make up to 4 shoulders in one standard oven. And the room for error is also almost nil; it's almost entirely hands-off cooking that magically takes care of itself overnight. Most importantly, the meat is so juicy it reheats 100% perfectly. I cook it overnight and reheat to serve that evening.About scaling up: 2 shoulders can be cooked in one large pan with no change to cook time. 4 shoulders (2 lambs in 2 pans, on 2 shelves) takes about 14 to 15 hours.
Our vegan custard recipe is a smooth, creamy and delicious recipe that you can make in 5 minutes with 5 simple ingredients. You can use this custard in tarts, cakes and desserts.
My take on a healthier halva that’s higher in fibre and healthy fats. Made with only 4 main ingredients - a delicious treat that couldn't be easier to make!
Laksa is a slightly spicy coconut noodle soup that's sure to please.
Crispy chicken breasts are coated in a sharp preserved lemon sauce in this flavour-packed dish from the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen team. As seen on James Martin's Saturday Morning.
Poulet Yassa is a Senegalese dish made of chicken that has been marinated in a mixture of garlic, lemon juice, dijon mustard, and spices. It has become very popular throughout West Africa and in other parts of the world.
My absolute obsession is spicy noodles and if you've been on social media lately you'll see the noodles that have taken the world by storm! Biang Biang noodles are thick noodles that could double as a belt. It is said that one biang biang noodle can fill an entire rice bowl (and it's true!). Learn how to make these surprisingly easy noodles - I promise, you'll be as stunned as I was as to how fun and tasty they are!
Laksa is a slightly spicy coconut noodle soup that's sure to please.
These easy IKEA-style Swedish Meatballs are really easy to make at home with a traditional gravy, delicious served with mashed potatoes, peas and Swedish lingonberry jam.
Extra CRISPY Japanese Pork Katsu Curry is one of my go-to comfort foods that is easy to make at home. Japanese Pork Katsu Curry is one of my first ever viral recipes on TikTok and one of the most popular recipes on my blog. I dare you to name a better combination than rich and creamy curry on top of extra-crispy pork chops. In this blog post, you will find some tips and tricks to make perfect Japanese Pork Katsu Curry every single time at home!
This rich and sumptuous recipe for Stifado comes from my good friend Deirdre Guthrie, owner of the Gardens of Irini in Bellapais, Cyprus. The secret to this dish is the long, slow cooking time, which makes the flavours extraordinarily intense and the meat meltingly tender. It's perfect for a night in the mountains of Bellapais, sitting until late under the stars and listening to some of Deirdre's amazing stories.
Simmer chicken thighs in vadouvan French-style curry, a blend of spices originating from Puducherry, India, delivering a warm intensity and natural sweetness.
An authentic recipe for Persian Saffron Chicken with Barberry Rice! This is such an amazing combo of flavors and spices!
Crema pasticcera al pistachio, pistachio Italian pastry cream, is one of the standard and most common ingredients used in Italian pastries and cakes. It’s the creamy, custardy filling in common Italian tarts, layer cakes, and pastries. Once you make this version with a pistachio twist you will be hooked!
The classic Spanish apple paste is paired with a hearty Manchego cheese in an easy and delicious tapa.
Chawanmushi is a classic Japanese savory egg custard that is steamed in a delicate cup. Here, we season the smooth and silky egg custard with dashi stock and add tender chicken pieces, kamaboko fish cake, and mushrooms. Make this famous appetizer for your guests to experience authentic Japanese home cooking. {Vegetarian adaptable}
An Australian man has revealed how to make hash browns 'better than McDonald's' at home - and the secret to getting the right shape is putting them in the freezer before cooking.
These Chinese Chive Pies or Pockets 韭菜盒子 have a very crispy exterior but really chewy dough inside. It's filled with a mix of chives (of course), veggies, and vermicelli noodles! They're wrapped in homemade wrappers and I really think freshly made dough makes a BIG DIFFERENCE. Freshly made wrappers from homemade dough turn out so much chewier, they also don't easily break apart when you fill them with your choice of veggies and noodles.
This easy paprikash recipe is a traditional Hungarian dish with chicken cooked in a sauce loaded with paprika and sour cream.
This creamy Korean ssamjang (쌈장) pasta was inspired by the pork belly ssam (쌈) that I always order at Korean barbecue. Succulent pieces of pork belly in a spicy, creamy, and umami pasta sauce.
Apple crumble with biscoff biscuits and biscoff spread
Baba ganoush is a Lebanese eggplant dip that is similar to hummus, but instead of chickpeas it uses roasted eggplants. It’s super creamy, has a hint of smokiness, and made with simple everyday ingredients!
Is there anything in this world that's not made better by sauce? Definitely not. Because if you don't already know: sauce is life. Slather these on sandwiches, drizzle them on salads, pour them over pasta - the options are endless.
Recipe video above. The national dish of Hungary! Boldly flavoured with stacks of paprika, lots of onion, garlic and capsicum/bell peppers, with fall apart hunks of beef. It's sort of a stew, sort of a soup. The broth is not supposed to be as thick as typical stews. It's naturally thickened slightly using fresh tomatoes that break down into the sauce.Serve like soup in bowls with bread for dunking. (Try cheese bread. Obsessed!).
Dan dan mian or dan dan noodles is the signature street food from Sichuan, China.
Pancakes filled with a mix of scrambled tofu and veggies! These Chinese-Style Savoury Stuffed Breakfast Pancakes are wrapped in homemade dough and pan-fried. These can be made beforehand and stored to be enjoyed anytime!
Maafe is classic West African recipe made with creamy peanut butter, tender chicken, and fresh veggies for a delicious and hearty peanut soup or curry over rice.
Crema al Pistacchio is the most delicious Italian Pistachio Cream made with pistachios, white chocolate and milk. Use it as a filling for doughnuts, pastries and cakes or simply spread it on bread or toast. Super quick and easy!
Bibimbap is a Korean rice bowl filled with assorted vegetables, gochujang sauce, an egg, and meat. My recipe skips the meat, but you won't miss it one bit. The seasoned veggies and sauce fill this bowl with flavor!
Recipe video above. Thai Chicken Satay Skewers are tasty enough to eat plain but we'd never skip Thai Peanut Sauce for dipping! The essential ingredient for a really great peanut sauce is natural peanut butter with no added sugar or oil. But normal peanut butter will work fine too.
