I wanted to share my favourite and easy ramen noodle soup recipe with you, but I also wanted to give you as many options as possible so that you can customise it to your taste. I think that Ramen is such a personal and versatile dish that everyone should play around with to see what…
Sriracha Mayo Uses Plus Sriracha Mayonnaise Recipe
If you are wanting to find out something about Sriracha mayo uses and applications, and you would like a recipe to boot then you will get plenty of helpful ideas here. Sriracha mayo has become popular because of its many different uses and versatility from using it on burgers, hot dogs, sushi as well as…
Teriyaki Mayo Salmon Rice Bowl Recipe
For a delicious lunch or light dinner try my Teriyaki Mayo salmon recipe. Serve it with rice, noodles or with a green salad for a healthy and tasty bite. You could even try it as a rice bowl with freshly chopped vegetables and Japanese pickles (tsukemono). What goes well with Teriyaki Salmon? Teriyaki salmon goes…
Desinnaise (Tandoori Mayo or Masala Mayo) Recipe
If you have never tried an Indian style spicy chicken burger with Desinnaise (also called Masala mayo or Tandoori mayo) then you are in for a treat with this recipe. It also makes for a great dip for chicken wings (especially tandoori spicy chicken wings) but will transform a few different meals by really spicing…
Curry Chicken with Onions Chinese Takeaway Style
For a fantastic fakeaway recipe guaranteed to satisfy cravings, try my curry chicken with onions Chinese takeaway recipe below. There is something so addictive about Chinese chicken curry, whether you have it with chips, noodles, rice or just enjoy it on its own. Does Chinese Curry Sauce Contain Onion? Onion is an important part of…
Chinese Curry Powder Recipe From Scratch
If you want to recreate your favourite Chinese takeaway curry at home, making your own Chinese curry powder recipe from scratch is the best way to start. Once you make your own curry powder you’ll be able to make your own Chinese curry at home, and it will taste all the more authentic and fresh…
Chicken Foo Yung Recipe (Chicken Fu Yung, Chicken Foo Yung or Chicken Fu Young)
If you are looking for a light, delicious and protein filled meal, then you will thoroughly enjoy this Chicken Foo Yung recipe. The dish varies somewhat from menu to menu, as does the spelling (sometimes Foo Young, sometimes Fu Yung and sometimes Foo Young), but it is delicious and straightforward to make at home. What…
Chinese Boiled Dumpling Recipe From Scratch
For a great Asian appetiser try this Chinese boiled dumpling recipe. Dumplings can be steamed and also cooked in a wok or pan with a sauce, but in this article we are going to focus on making them by boiling them in water. If you have never made Chinese dumplings before you’ll likely find the…
Wasabi Mayonnaise Recipe From Scratch (Only 4 Ingredients)
If you are craving a hot but creamy dip for your dinner then this wasabi mayonnaise recipe might be just what you need. Although wasabi paste can be hot (nostril burning hot!) adding it to mayo makes it much more palatable and tempers the heat so you can enjoy the flavour and spiciness. This article…
Katsu Mayo Recipe (Wagamama Style)
For a fantastic Japanese style condiment try this easy Katsu mayo recipe, so you can enjoy something of the Wagamama restaurant or range at home. Dive into the world of fusion cuisine with our Wagamama-inspired Katsu Mayo recipe, a creamy, tangy twist of mayonnaise-based sauce which is versatile enough to be used in plenty of…
Thai Green Curry without Coconut Milk – 7 Best Substitutes & Recipe
There are some good reasons why you might need a recipe for Thai green curry without coconut milk. You might simply just not like the taste of it, you might be allergic to coconut in all its forms or you might be watching your weight and want to reduce calories. Coconut milk is high in…
How to Reheat Egg Fried Rice – 3 Best Methods
If you’ve been wondering how to reheat egg fried rice (or even if you should!) then read on for my best tips and advice. Whether you have made the egg fried rice yourself or got it from a Chinese takeaway, there are a few best practices for reheating and refreshing this delicious side dish. No…
Easy Taiwan Spinach Recipe with Garlic and Ginger (Water Spinach or Chinese Spinach)
For a great side dish that you can prepare and cook in just a few minutes, try this easy Taiwan spinach recipe. It’s fast, easy, healthy and delicious as a starter or side. If you like a little heat in your food (like I do!) then add in a finely sliced red chilli (I like…
Phat Kaphrao Recipe (Pad Krapow, Pad Kaprao or Pad Gaprao) – Holy Basil Stir Fry
If you are a fan of stir fried mince, basil and Thai flavours in general, you’ll want to try my Phat Kaphrao recipe. Phat Kaphrao is a classic Thai dish made from ground meat (e.g. chicken, beef, pork or sometimes prawns) and literally means ‘fried holy basil.’ Holy Basil is so named because it is…
How to Reheat Egg Noodles 5 Different Ways
If you are wondering how to reheat egg noodles so that they taste as good as boiling them fresh, try these 4 different ways. One of the main issues with reheating egg noodles is that they can dry out and go hard and nasty (especially in the microwave). Let me help give you some top…
Authentic Japanese Katsu Curry Recipe (+ Video)
If you are looking for an authentic Japanese Katsu Curry recipe that is easy to follow and delivers delicious results, then by all means read on. I’ve tried to make sure this curry as authentic as possible, however like all dishes this one will vary across particular regions, restaurants as well as individuals. Although this…
Crispy Seaweed Chinese Style Recipe
Despite the name crispy seaweed isn’t actually seaweed at all. It’s usually made from kale, but can also be made from spring greens or Chinese cabbage. When roasted in the oven, cooked in a pan or done in the air fryer kale or cabbage (and similar vegetables) take on a very different and pleasing texture…
Wagamama Ginger Chicken Udon At Home Recipe
If you are a fan of the delicious Wagamama Ginger Chicken Udon dish let me show you to reproduce it at home in a low cost, authentic and delicious manner. This is a delicious and quick stir fry dinner perfect for midweek, with soft delicious Udon noodles, crunchy vegetables and tasty chicken pieces. Wagamama Ginger…
Madras vs Vindaloo – Which is the Better Dish?
Today we are looking a the topic of Madras vs Vindaloo in terms of taste, spiciness and flavour profile. These 2 curries have similarities and differences and have plenty to offer in terms of taste and experience. After looking at both of them in depth you can vote on which one you prefer at the…
Beef Fu Yung (Beef Foo Young) Chinese Style Omelette Recipe with Homemade Sauce
Beef Fu Yung (also spelt Beef Foo Young or Beef Fu Young) is a great Chinese takeaway dish that you can easily reproduce at home. It is healthy, full of protein and vegetables and satisfying. In fact it will only take you 5-10 minutes to prepare and about the same length of time to cook….
Miso Aubergine Air Fryer Recipe – Nasu Dengaku (Japanese Eggplant Recipe)
This miso aubergine air fryer recipe (Nasu Dengaku in Japanese and Miso Eggplant in the US) really showcases how useful and efficient your air fryer can be. Just a short while in the air fryer and your miso glazed aubergine (eggplant) crisps up beautifully to make a tasty vegetarian main dish that can be served…
Chicken Ho Fun Soup Recipe
This Chicken Ho Fun Soup recipe is tasty and heartwarming, with garlic, ginger, citrus and slightly spicy notes making it perfect for a delicious lunch or midweek dinner. ‘Ho Fun,’ translates to English as ‘flat rice noodles,’ and refers to dishes made with these rice flour-based noodles rather than the more popular wheat-based egg noodles….
Teriyaki Mayonnaise Recipe to Make at Home
There is something so delicious and addictive about Teriyaki mayonnaise – it is sweet, salty, umami and creamy. Pair it with chicken, pork, beef or vegetables for a knockout dip that will have everyone coming back for more! The delicious Japanese Teriyaki sauce which is great for brushing meat or vegetables before adding to noodles…
Authentic Chicken Madras Recipe British Indian Restaurant Style (BIR)
This delicious and authentic Chicken Madras Recipe is in the British Indian Restaurant Style, as in what you would get in a curry house in the UK and elsewhere. It is not meant to be ‘authentic,’ in the the sense of being what families in India would eat at home, but it is authentic in…
Chicken Tikka Chilli Masala Recipe in 7 Easy Steps
If you would like to learn how to reproduce a fantastic Chicken Tikka Chilli Masala at home, then this is the post for you. Chicken Tikka Chilli Masala is what the name suggests, a hotter version of Chicken Tikka Masala which is a milder dish in terms of heat. If you love a sweet curry…
Chinese Recipes For Chinese Style Fakeaways At Home
If you are looking for some tasty and authentic Chinese recipes that will allow you to recreate the perfect Chinese style fakeaways at home then you have definitely come to the right place. Chinese recipes that are as good as restaurants or takeaways have at times been shrouded in mystery, making many people feel that…
Chinese Chicken Satay Skewers Recipe
Chinese Chicken Satay skewers are an all time favourite thing for most of us to order from a Chinese restaurant or takeaway, but they are easy enough to recreate at home to impress friends and family. Or just to enjoy as a guilty pleasure without anyone knowing about it! Marinating them first overnight is always…
Top 10 Gok Wan Fakeaway Recipes to Try at Home
I’m a big fan of Gok Wan fakeaway recipes and I have tried plenty of them at home. The emphasis on healthy but super delicious Chinese takeaway style food done at home is simply irresistible. I feel very much the same as Gok Wan does about ‘gloopy,’ and unhealthy sauces that can be served unfortunately…
Salt and Chilli Chicken Recipe – Easy Chinese Takeaway At Home
If you are looking for a great salt and chilli chicken recipe to make at home this dish will save you money and time, and still deliver on taste! Chicken in salt and chilli seasonings is simply genius in terms of combining salty, sweet and spicy flavours and it’s not at all surprising that this…
Char Siu BBQ Sauce Recipe
If you are looking to reproduce a delicious Char Siu BBQ sauce recipe at home then you need to check out this quick, easy and tasty recipe. While people usually think of Chinese BBQ pork or spare ribs for Char Siu BBQ sauce, it is versatile enough that you can use this BBQ sauce on…
Lemon Ginger Turmeric Powder Shot Recipe in the Nutribullet
If you are looking for an anti-inflammatory lemon ginger turmeric powder shot recipe then you have come to the right place. This Indian and Indonesian inspired shot recipe is a fantastic and healthy drink to consume daily for a host of health benefits. You can of course use fresh turmeric root if you can get…
Tao Peng Sauce Recipe (General Tso Sauce)
This sauce is sweet, rich and spicy – I hope you enjoy this Tao Peng sauce recipe, otherwise known as General Tso sauce after the patriotic and famous Chinese General Tso Tsung-t’ang from the late Qing Dynasty. Although General Tso was long dead when the dish was first invented his name has been given to…
Vegetable Mei Fun Recipe (Vegetarian Singapore Noodles)
For a great vegetable mei fun recipe (otherwise known as Singapore noodles) look no further. Mei Fun noodles are often served with a variety of proteins – usually chicken, prawns or pork, but this one comes with a delicious tofu marinade and plenty of vegetables to fill out the dish. Eggs are a staple in…
How Hot is Balti? (Easy Balti Recipe)
If you are wondering about how hot is balti because you prefer mild or even hot curries, then I have a simple answer for you. Balti curries can be considered as a medium hot dish – spicier than a korma or tikka masala but not as hot as a madras, jalfrezi or really hot curries…
Yung Chow Fried Rice Recipe (Young Chow or Yangzhou Rice)
If you are looking for an authentic side dish for many Chinese meals, try this Yung Chow fried rice recipe. This authentic and delicious fried rice dish comes from the city of Yangzhou in China’s Jiangsu province. Chinese restaurant owners in the West changed the name to use English letters so you will commonly find…
Roast Duck Chinese Style Takeaway with Homemade Pancakes & Hoisin Sauce
If you are a fan of roast duck Chinese style takeaway then you will love this post on how to make it at home. Chinese style roast duck served in pancakes with Hoisin sauce and spring onions is probably my favourite starter from a Chinese restaurant or takeaway. Thankfully it’s fairly straightforward to make at…
Chicken Ho Fun Noodles Recipe (Chicken Chow Fun)
This simple and healthy chicken ho fun noodles recipe is easy and quick to make for a weeknight dinner. Chow Fun or Ho Fun noodles are made from rice flour and water and they contain less calories than the better known egg noodles. They are also naturally gluten free. Easy Chicken Ho Fun Noodles Recipe…
Air Fryer Crispy Chilli Beef Recipe
This air fryer crispy chilli beef recipe is absolutely delicious as well as being quick and easy to do. While the beef is cooking in the air fryer you can quickly make the sauce in a hot pan. The whole thing comes together very quickly and you can serve it with egg fried rice, boiled…
Pakistani Spicy Lamb Chops Recipe
Cooked over hot coals on the barbecue on skewers, this Pakistani spicy lamb chops recipe is absolutely delicious and not at all difficult to do. This recipe will serve around 6 people, depending on sides and appetites and it makes for a fabulous weeknight or special weekend dinner occasion. Pakistani Lamb Chops Marinade Put all…
Mu Shu Vegetable Recipe
This delicious Mu Shu vegetable recipe is tasty, healthy and well worth trying. You can cook it up quickly for a fantastic weeknight or weekend dinner. It’s a lovely fakeaway which is cheap, tasty and healthy. Serve it with noodles, rice or in pancakes. Easy Mu Shu Vegetable Recipe Mu Shu Vegetable Ingredients Method Marinade…
What’s in Moo Shu Chicken? (Mu Shu Chicken Recipe)
If you are wanting to find out what’s in Moo Shu Chicken, and you would like a delicious Mu Shu Chicken Recipe as well then you will want to read on. Moo Shu Chicken is a fantastic dish which contains the following ingredients: Like many great dishes there are some variations, but I will try…
Ho Fun vs Chow Fun (Beef Chow Fun Recipe)
What a lot of people don’t realise is that Ho Fun vs Chow Fun as a topic is based on the wrong idea that these are 2 different types of noodles or dishes. They are actually 2 different names for the same thing. In Southern China this rice noodle dish is called Ho Fun and…
Easy Curry Base Gravy Recipe for BIR Curries
If you need an easy curry base gravy recipe that you can have ready to use in around 30 minutes then you’ll love this one. A base gravy is used in Indian restaurants and takeaways for British Indian recipes (BIR) so that curries can be made quickly without compromising on taste. If you have ready…
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Make the Perfect Chicken Noodle Soup at Home
Are you craving a warm and comforting meal that will satisfy your nourish your soul? Look no further than this classic chicken noodle soup. Whether you’re battling a cold, needing a quick and easy weeknight dinner, or simply wanting to enjoy a delicious bowl of homemade goodness, this step-by-step guide will help you create the…
How to Make Udon Noodles At Home (A Step by Step Guide)
If you’d like to learn how to make homemade Udon noodles then you’re in the right place. You actually only need 3 simple ingredients – flour, water and salt, but it would be misleading to say that making noodles is easy. It will take some knowledge and a little practice! Don’t worry I’ll take you…
Best Noodle Recipes – 8 Heart-Warming & Delicious Noodle Meals
There’s something so comforting about noodle meals. Please enjoy my best noodles recipes article and try them out at home. These great noodles recipes are my favourite ones to make at home and I hope at least one of them may become a firm favourite in your household too. Best Noodle Recipes – Top 8…
8 Best Chilli Beef Recipes to Make at Home
If you love chilli beef recipes this article will definitely tickle your takeaway tastebuds. Most of us think of Crispy Chilli Beef from a Chinese restaurant or takeaway, but there are plenty of other ways to enjoy and prepare chilli beef dishes. This article should give you plenty of ideas! 1 Gok Wan’s Chinese Crispy…
Easy Thai Green Curry with Curry Paste From Scratch
When I last visited Thailand (Phuket to be specific) a fantastic chef showed me how he made an outstanding Thai Green Curry with chicken. Funnily enough he was a little surprised that I wanted to make the curry paste from scratch because he used shop bought curry paste – Mai Ploy Green Curry Paste actually….
Keema Rice Recipe – The Best & Tastiest Version
What is Keema Rice Made Of? Keema Rice is made with lamb mince, basmati rice, (preferably cooked the day before) spices and herbs. ‘Keema,’ means mince meat or ground meat. It can be made with beef or chicken mince but traditionally Keema rice is made with lamb mince. What is Keema Meat? Keema is usually made…
Mei Fun Noodles Recipe (Singapore Rice Noodles) in 6 Easy Steps
My Mei Fun Noodles recipe is the most popular and best known dish made with these rice noodles – Singapore Mei Fun. Mei Fun Noodles are flavoursome, healthy, simple to make, and will suit the whole family. Mei Fun Noodles Recipe (Singapore Rice Noodles) in 6 Easy Steps Easy Mei Fun Singapore Noodles Recipe Ingredients…
Chicken Tikka Masala Best Recipe – Indian Restaurant Style in 7 Simple Steps
Chicken Tikka Masala is a fan favourite at Indian Restaurants the world over. Here is my tried, tested and tasty recipe for you to make at home in 7 simple steps. Chicken Tikka Masala Origin There are many theories about the origins of Chicken Tikka Masala, but most people think that the dish was invented…
Chicken Korma Recipe – Indian Restaurant Style Curry in 7 Easy Steps
I would like to share my tried, tested and truly delicious Chicken Korma recipe with you. Although overall I personally prefer a more savoury and spicier curry, even I have to admit that this Chicken Korma recipe is delicious. The balance of sweetness, mild spices, & coconut creaminess is an absolute party for your taste…
Lamb Vindaloo Recipe – Authentic Indian Restaurant Curry at Home in 5 Steps
This lamb vindaloo recipe authentic Indian takeaway style comes from my visits to Indian restaurants in Birmingham, and in Belfast near where I live. It is important to realise this is not an authentic recipe that Goan people would eat at home – it is part of an Anglo-Indian food tradition often called BIR (British…
Curry Sauce Recipe – The Base Gravy For All Your Curry Needs
This curry sauce recipe is the basis for all British Indian Restaurant (BIR) curries. We are going to make a few batches that you can freeze for later, use right away or keep in the fridge for a few days. It’s just like having money in the bank, or in this case like having gold…
Ramen Noodle Recipes – 10 Delicious Dishes for Your Next Meal
What Are Ramen Noodles? Ramen noodle recipes have become a super popular dish in Japan and around the world. They are a type of noodle that is made from wheat flour and water. Sometimes they can be egg based also. Ramen noodles are made by boiling wheat flour dough in water or chicken broth, then…
Recipes for Egg Noodles – 30 of the Best Suggestions
There are few things more delicious than recipes for egg noodles. I wanted to share with you 30 of my best suggestions for what to do with egg noodles. Let me know in the comments if you tried any of them and enjoyed them! What are your favourite recipes for egg noodles? Let me know…
Chow Mein Recipe -Easy Authentic Guide
Chow Mein is one of the most popular noodle dishes in the world. Originating from Northern China, it has spread to many corners of the world, becoming a universally beloved dish. The dish has gone through many changes throughout its history, and has been altered to suit Western tastes. It is largely based on an…
Tom Yum Goong Soup in 4 Steps
Tom Yum Goong soup is a very popular sweet and sour Thai dish. This recipe is based on one that a talented Thai chef very generously shared with me in Phuket. This will make enough soup for around 4 people, and makes for an incredibly flavourful starter. You should be able to find most of…
Korean Fried Chicken with Korean Inspired BBQ Sauce
Korean fried chicken has become a really popular dish, and it isn’t difficult to see why. The crispy, sweet, spicy and smoky flavours dance on the tongue. What’s not to love? The fresh flavours of garlic, ginger, chilli and spring/green onions create a fantastic zing on the palate. We are going to marinate our chicken…