Japanese Deep-fried Chicken (Tatsuta-age)
This is a delicious Japanese deep-fried chicken dish (tatsuta-age) that both kids and adults absolutely love! The chicken is marinated in soy sauce and then …
Inari Sushi
Back in Tokyo there’s a shop called “Iseya” that sells the most delicious inari sushi. Extremely popular with the locals, their inari sushi is affectionately …
Thai Glass Noodle Salad (Yum Woon Sen)
I’ve always loved Thai food and regularly cook it at home. One of my favourite Thai recipes has to be this Thai glass noodle salad, …
Cherry Sauce
Cherries in Japan are typically bright red with a balance of tartness and sweetness, and their flesh is often a yellowish colour. However, for this …
New York Style Cheesecake
I’ve been making this New York style baked cheesecake for nearly 20 years and it’s still one of my absolute favourites. When I was a …
Lunchbox-style Banh Mi
Here’s a quick and easy Vietnamese-style banh mi sandwich recipe using the Chinese BBQ pork we made earlier. It’s a perfect option for a packed …
Chinese BBQ Grilled Pork (Char Siu)
I’ve recreated the complex, slightly sweet taste of Chinese BBQ pork using aromatic spices like cinnamon and star anise. I’ve tried to select ingredients that …
Bagna Càuda: Anchovy and Garlic Oil Dip
Bagna Cauda (Bagna Càuda) is a warm oil dip from Italy, made with anchovies, garlic, and olive oil, typically enjoyed with raw vegetables. The name …
How to Make Salted-Pork
Some people aren’t too keen on cooking big cuts of meat like pork neck (also known as pork scotch roast). Its either too large for …
Braised Salted Pork and Cabbage in White Wine
This dish is really simple and super easy, made with white wine and a touch of lemon for a bit of acidity. The sweetness and …
A Fuss-free Pho with Grilled Chicken
I’ve rustled up a simple version of charcoal-grilled chicken pho. Normally, Vietnamese pho packs a little punch with a rich broth infused with spices like …
Duck Breast with Red Wine, Soy, and Orange Sauce
Duck’s eaten in Japanese cooking, and you will find a few typical Japanese duck dishes flavoured with soy sauce, mirin, and sake. With this recipe, …