Crispy Japanese Tonkatsu Pork is a golden, crunchy panko-crumbed pork cutlet that’s juicy inside and crisp on the outside. This version packs extra flavour into the meat before breading, then shallow fries for a beautifully even crust.
Traditionally served sliced with shredded cabbage and tonkatsu sauce, this recipe also shows how to turn the cutlet into a classic katsu sando — a Japanese sandwich layered with mustard and sauce between soft bread.
Fresh Vietnamese Summer Rolls with Nuoc Cham are light, vibrant and packed with crisp vegetables, fragrant herbs and delicate rice vermicelli, all wrapped in translucent rice paper. This Fresh Vietnamese Summer Rolls with Nuoc Cham recipe celebrates fresh ingredients and clean flavours, finished with a classic sweet, sour and savoury Vietnamese dipping sauce.
Often compared to Vietnamese sushi, summer rolls are not cooked but carefully assembled. The key is balance in both texture and flavour, with the nuoc cham dressing bringing everything together.
These Pork & Prawn Gyoza are made completely from scratch with homemade dumpling wrappers and a juicy filling of pork, prawns, cabbage, shiitake mushrooms, ginger and garlic. Pan-fried until crispy, then steamed, they have a delicate wrapper with a golden crunchy base and a succulent filling.
Crispy and juicy Gyoza made by rock legend Miles Kane for a Wok & Roll Wednesday!
These plant-based dumplings showcase three different flavour combinations using OmniPork mince. Each filling is seasoned differently—one with peppery watercress, another with hoisin, celery and fennel, and a final spicy chilli garlic version. The dumplings are cooked using different techniques including pan frying with a crispy lattice and boiling, demonstrating how versatile dumplings can be in both flavour and texture.
Lassi is a traditional Indian yoghurt drink known for its refreshing, cooling qualities, especially in warm climates. Made with thick natural yoghurt and blended with ice and flavourings, lassi can be sweet, savoury or spiced depending on regional preference. In this version, three variations are prepared: a fruity mango lassi, a refreshing salty lassi with roasted cumin, and a fragrant masala lassi infused with warming spices.
Japanese Korokke are crispy golden croquettes filled with a rich mixture of mashed potato, beef and aromatic curry spices. Inspired by classic Japanese street food, these Japanese Korokke combine a smooth potato filling with sautéed vegetables and a thick curry roux that melts into the mash. The mixture is shaped, coated in flour, egg and panko breadcrumbs, then deep fried until perfectly crunchy. The result is a crispy exterior with a soft, savoury filling that makes Japanese Korokke one of the most popular comfort snacks in Japanese cuisine.
This Di San Xian is a classic dish from Northeast China, combining crispy potatoes, silky aubergine and sweet peppers in a savoury soy and Shaoxing sauce. Simple yet incredibly satisfying, it is a delicious vegan stir fry that is perfect served with steamed rice.
Korean Mandu are plump, juicy dumplings packed with flavourful fillings. This version combines kimchi, tofu and noodles for a rich, textured filling with a balance of spice, umami and freshness.
This quick wok dish uses a clever homemade “hoisin-style” sauce made from strawberry jam, citrus and miso. Stir fried with blistered green beans, ginger and garlic, it delivers a bold balance of sweet, savoury and tangy flavours with a glossy, caramelised finish.
This Japanese Chicken and Egg Rice, or Oyakodon, is a comforting one-bowl meal featuring tender chicken, softly set eggs and sweet onions simmered in a light dashi broth. Served over steaming Japanese rice, it’s simple, warming and packed with delicate savoury flavour.
Layered Crispy Scallion Pancake with Dipping Sauce
Vegetarian Chinese Spring Onion & Spinach Pancake is a crispy, flaky street food classic inspired by traditional Chinese scallion pancakes. This Vegetarian Chinese Spring Onion & Spinach Pancake recipe combines a simple hot water dough with fragrant spring onion, ginger and clarified butter, layered and rolled to create delicate flaky folds.
Unlike Western pancakes, this savoury version is rolled, folded and twisted into layers before being flattened and pan fried until golden and crisp. Finished with a simple soy, black vinegar and chilli oil dipping sauce, it delivers rich, savoury depth with a bright, tangy kick.
