Creamy Yogurt, Sultana, and Almond Chicken Curry
This is my version of a Shahi Murgh, a delicious, rich, and creamy celebration chicken curry. The chicken is cooked in a variety of spices, then simmered in a creamy sauce and topped with almonds and sultanas for some crunch and sweetness. It’s easy to make, with so much flavour in one bite.
Basil and Almond Pesto
Pesto is quite literally the greatest thing to exist. If I could, I would smother everything that I eat with this stuff. If you only know pesto from a store-bought jar, let me change your life real quick and urge you to make this. This is a great way to use up a bunch of basil, and you can spread it on just about anything!
Lemongrass Soy Chili Crisp Beef Short Ribs
Beef short ribs never fail to be one of my favourite meals to make when I feel like some comfort food. They pack so much flavour and are actually such a low-maintenance meal that you can throw together in a pot and forget about for hours until it’s time to eat.
These are made with Asian flavours, inspired by the Vietnamese dish Sườn Bò Nướng, but with my own twist. The lemongrass and soy sauce make these so delicious, and the chili crisp gives it a little kick.
Parsley Rice
This is an extremely simple recipe, but it elevates your rice to a whole new level. It’s also a good way to use up any leftover parsley you may have lying around. It pairs well with any dish, the same way that you’d serve plain rice.
Best Italian Spaghetti Bolognese Sauce
This is the most comforting meal from my childhood. The trick is cooking it low and slow and not rushing the process. It is a game of patience, but it is very worth the wait if you have the time for it.
Roasted Garlic Hummus
Hummus is great, but roasted garlic hummus is even better! I love to roast some garlic while I have other things going in the oven so I’m not heating it just for the garlic. Having hummus on hand throughout the week for snacking on veggies, or adding a dollop to a Buddha bowl is so convenient to add extra protein and flavour to your meal.
Italian Marinated Zucchini
This is one of my favourite ways to make zucchini. It is fresh, delicious, and so easy to make. And the best part is that the longer you leave it, the more flavour it gets. This is the ideal side dish for a summer lunch.
Asparagus, Snap Pea & Quinoa Salad
This is a salad I will be making on repeat this summer. It is crunchy, fresh, and packed with veg. The pistachios give a lovely crunch, and the quinoa soaks up all the dressing so you get a pop of flavour with every bite. This is great for a main or a side dish.
Miso Scallion Pork Meatballs
Meatballs are my go-to for a quick weeknight meal because they’re so easy to make and always come out delicious! These miso and scallion meatballs are made with pork mince but will also work great with beef or chicken. They’re succulent, full of flavour, and glazed in a delicious umami miso sauce.
Ginger Miso Slow-Cooked Beef Short Ribs
Short ribs never fail to be one of my favourite dishes. They come out perfect every single time, and this dish is no different. The Asian flavours soak into the meat while it is slow-cooked until the meat falls apart. The miso gives it an umami depth, while the ginger and garlic give it a warm aromatic kick. You want to serve this with some rice to soak up all of the delicious sauce.
Chili Crisp Rainbow Carrot Salad
I was not fully convinced about chili crisp and was very late to jump onto the bandwagon, but now I fully get it and can’t stop putting it on everything. It’s more than just chili- there’s so much flavour packed in that tiny jar. It works so perfectly with this carrot salad. It packs a slight punch, while the vinegar keeps it bright, and the carrot ribbons stay crunchy and soak up all of the flavour from the marinade.
Creamy Lobster Tagliatelle
A creamy bowl of creamy lobster tagliatelle is just the perfect date night dinner, if you ask me. The trick is to not overcook the lobster so it doesn’t become rubbery, but to use the shells to give the cream sauce all of the delicious lobster flavour. This pasta has surprisingly few ingredients, but packs a lot of flavour.
Prawn Sesame Brioche Burgers with a Chili Crisp Carrot Salad
These are so fresh and vibrant with ginger, garlic, and spring onions chopped up in the patties; the bun is smeared with a lime, soy, and yogurt sauce; and the burger is topped with microgreens and a chili crisp rainbow carrot salad. These are perfect for a fresh lunch in the summer.
Charred Tomatillo Salsa
I recently discovered tomatillos, and I needed to make a salsa with them. They are sour, citrusy, and tangy and are great when roasted or charred and blended to make a delicious, bright salsa. Serve this with nachos or as a topping to your Mexican bowl.
Roasted Soy, Balsamic, & Mustard Beef Tri-Tip
This tri-tip recipe is so easy to make and is so packed with flavour, I guarantee your guests will love it. It needs to marinade for at least 4 hours, so that’s honestly the hardest part, the wait, but otherwise it just needs a quick sear and roast before slicing up and serving with the reduced marinade as the sauce. The perfect Sunday roast if you ask me…
Charred Ginger Soy Bok Choy
If you’ve never tried bok choy before, I would highly recommend this underrated vegetable. It has a mild, almost sweet flavour, and has a beautiful crisp crunch to it. Cooked right, it can easily be the star of the show, and I think this recipe does that.
It’s charred in a pan, then cooked with ginger, garlic, and a medley of Asian sauces. Topped with sesame seeds, and it’s well on its way to becoming your new favourite Asian side dish.
Healthy Orange Chicken
Who doesn’t love orange chicken? To make a healthier version of this beloved zesty takeout dish, I pan-fry the chicken instead of battering and frying them, and there are also a ton of veggies in this dish. It’s a great weeknight dinner that the whole family will love!
Beef Samosas
This is something that I loved to eat growing up. These are crispy on the outside, baked until golden, and filled with a perfectly spiced beef filling. They are a great snack, and are baked instead of fried, so they are healthier for you. Pair them with a peach or mango chutney, or a mint yoghurt dipping sauce.
Italian Tomato Bruschetta
This is one of those things that you can throw together quickly if you need an appetiser or side for your meal, and it comes out perfect every time. You won’t believe how much flavour is in these! It’s one of my favourite ways to use fresh tomatoes and basil, and it’s always a crowd-pleaser.
Thai Cashew Chicken
This is seriously the best Thai cashew chicken I’ve ever had. This dish has been a firm favourite when ordering takeout for a long time, and now I can finally say that “we have cashew chicken at home” because this is better than takeout. It’s saucy, nutty, and full of fresh, crunchy veg and tender chicken strips. Next time you are thinking about ordering in, try making this instead.