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soy and chilli squid

Soy and chilli squid

Tender, spicy hoods of squid, doused in soy and fried with fresh chilli, make a finger-licking starter. Serve with an Asian-style salad for a light dinner.
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Citrus-ginger steamed bream

Whole bream with citrus and ginger

We've used both orange and lemon rind in this recipe, together with the ginger and the steamed fish they create a lovely and exotic Asian aroma and taste.
chilli lamb stir-fry

Chilli lamb stir-fry

Tender lamb, sweet red capsicum, chilli and lime give this healthy stir-fry plenty of flavour, plus there's chilli for bite.
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Toasted sesame semi-freddo

Toasted sesame semi-freddo

You can use 300ml carton of cream. Note
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chilli coriander jam

Chilli coriander jam

A chilli coriander jam that is packed to the brim with red-hot chilli spice and aromatic coriander.
LAMB WITH SPINACH AND RICE NOODLES

Rice noodles with lamb and spinach

These noodles with lamb and spinach can be thrown together in minutes and be on the table soon after you arrive home from work. Quick, healthy and delicious.
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hoisin and lemon chicken skewers

Hoisin and lemon chicken skewers

You can prepare the chicken the night before; store, covered, in the refrigerator. If using bamboo skewers, wrap the ends in foil to prevent them from burning. Note
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char-grilled beef salad

Char-grilled beef salad

Substitute brown sugar for the palm sugar, if desired. The salad dressing can be made a day ahead and kept, covered, in the refrigerator. Note
coconut prawns with dipping sauce

Coconut prawns with dipping sauce

Fishmongers and major supermarkets should have fresh shelled prawns with the tails intact. If you can’t find them fresh, prawns are also available frozen. Thaw in the fridge during the day, so they are ready to cook when you get home. Note
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Pork cabbage rolls

Pork cabbage rolls

So hearty and warming, these pork and cabbage rolls will convert anyone to a love of cabbage dishes.
prawn toasts

Prawn toasts

Give a little nod to the finger food of the 60s while giving a more contemporary feel and taste to the classic prawn toast.
Grilled corn

Grilled corn

Smoky and charred corn cobs with a sweet Japanese-style sauce.
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little kaffir lime syrup cakes

Little makrut lime syrup cakes

The unique and aromatic flavour of makrut lime leaves is more well known in Asian style curries, but used here in these sweet lime syrup cakes, it is really quite amazing.
tomato chilli mussels

Tomato chilli mussels

If you prefer, buy 1kg packs of pot-ready mussels from fishmongers or seafood markets. These have already been scrubbed and bearded, and are ready to cook. Some mussels might not open. These might need prompting with a knife or might not have cooked as quickly as the others;­ some will not open after excessive cooking. […]
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stir-fried greens with green beans

Stir-fried greens with green beans

Give yourself a bold flavour kick along with a healthy serve of your five-a-day with these spicy stir-fried Asian greens with ginger and teriyaki sauce. They are perfect on their own for a healthy light lunch, or, serve them alongside grilled fish, chicken or meat.
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sichuan spaghetti

Sichuan spaghetti

Chinese chilli paste can be substituted for sichuan hot bean paste, if unavailable. Note
Sweet soy pumpkin

Sweet soy pumpkin

Bring this staple vegetable to life with our sweet and salty soy pumpkin recipe. You could add a teaspoon of freshly grated ginger to the dish if you like.
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chicken hot & sour soup

Slow-cooker chicken hot and sour soup

We love slow cookers - simply pop all your ingredients into the cooker and come back to a warming, flavour-packed dish. This zesty hot and sour chicken soup tastes absolutely amazing after several hours of slow-cooking.
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Clear soup with prawns and spinach

Clear soup with prawns and spinach

Simple, savoury and delicious, clear soup with prawns and spinach is quick to throw together and leaves you feeling nourished, which makes it perfect for a mid-week dinner.
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curried lamb pasties

Curried lamb pasties

You can use these divine little curried lamb pasties in so many ways, as a shared platter for parties, for lunch or as an after school snack.
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steamed sesame scallops

Steamed sesame scallops

Plump, juicy and fragrant with sesame oil, these sea scallops make a delightful starter for a special dinner.
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five-spice beef with wasabi sauce

Five-spice beef with wasabi sauce

This beautiful Asian inspired beef dish is complemented by the creamy and spicy wasabi sauce to create a winning dinner dish, perfect for entertaining guests.
green bubble tea

Green bubble tea

Cook the sago the night before; refrigerate overnight, then assemble smoothie in the morning. While sago and tapioca are not the same, sago may be found labelled as ‘seed tapioca’ on some packets. Note
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salmon green curry

Salmon fillet with green curry

Sometimes the simplest recipes are truly the best, you'll delight your guests when you serve up these salmon fillets with green curry on a bed of steamed rice.
chilli scallops

Chilli scallops

Sweet and fiery, these plump scallops make an excellent starter for an Asian-themed dinner.
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TOM KHA GAI

Tom kha gai

If you want to reduce the intensity of the chillies, remove the seeds and membranes. Note
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spicy chicken and coconut

Spicy chicken and coconut

Thigh fillets are the perfect cut of meat for this kind of chicken dish. They remain moist and tender and are the most flavourful part of the bird.
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SESAME TOFU SALAD

Sesame tofu salad

Kalonji are also known as Nigella seeds, which taste like someone combined onions, black pepper and oregano.
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twice-cooked pork with apple

Twice-cooked pork with apple

Place apples in acidulated water (cold water mixed with either vinegar or lemon juice) to prevent them from browning. Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note
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MINTED BEEF & RICE NOODLES

Minted beef & rice noodles

Peanuts add extra crunch to this fresh and delicious beef and rice noodles dish. Perfect for those nights when you just want something light and tasty.
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sesame-crusted tuna

Sesame-crusted tuna

Tuna is best cooked rare as it tends to dry out when overcooked. You could also use salmon or swordfish for this recipe. Note
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steamed fish with chilli and ginger

Steamed fish with chilli and ginger

Here is a classic Asian dish that works every time; steaming will give you a soft, moist and tender flesh that slides right off the bone. Go heavy or light on the chilli, depending on your personal heat threshold.
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