A festive whole chicken stuffed with fragrant lemongrass sausage meat, first steamed to cook the filling and keep the meat tender, then deep-fried until the skin becomes golden and crisp. Served with a bright lime and fish sauce dressing, this dish combines Thai aromatics with classic crispy chicken.
Simple Chilli Bean, Garlic and Ginger Oil Steamed Fish is a classic Chinese steamed fish dish finished with a sizzling aromatic oil. This Simple Chilli Bean, Garlic and Ginger Oil Steamed Fish recipe is built around fresh ginger, garlic and spring onion combined with fermented chilli bean sauce, then activated with smoking hot oil poured directly over the top.
Steamed fish is a staple of Cantonese home cooking. The beauty of this dish lies in its simplicity. Eight minutes of steaming keeps the fish tender and flaky, while the hot oil instantly cooks and releases the fragrance of the aromatics without browning them.
These Hong Kong-style Baked Char Siu Bao are soft, fluffy buns filled with sweet, sticky barbecued pork. Unlike steamed bao, these are baked to a golden finish, giving a light crust while keeping the inside pillowy and rich with savoury-sweet char siu filling.
Fan Tuan is a beloved Chinese breakfast made from steamed glutinous rice wrapped around a savoury filling of crispy youtiao (Chinese fried dough sticks), pork floss, pickled mustard greens and, in this version, a fried egg. Traditionally enjoyed with fresh soy milk (doujiang), it's a satisfying combination of chewy, crispy, salty and savoury textures that's perfect for breakfast on the go.
Rojak is a vibrant Malaysian fruit and vegetable salad that balances sweet, sour, salty and savoury flavours in every bite. Juicy pineapple, crisp apple, cucumber, bean sprouts and crunchy youtiao (Chinese fried dough sticks) are tossed in a bold dressing made with tamarind, toasted shrimp paste, kecap manis and lime. Finished with roasted peanuts and sesame seeds, it's a refreshing tropical salad that's anything but ordinary.
Pinoy Pickled Chilli Sauce is a vibrant Filipino style condiment that delivers a powerful balance of sour, sweet, salty and spicy flavours. Inspired by traditional Filipino sawsawan dipping sauces, this quick chilli pickle combines fresh chillies, Thai shallots, ginger and garlic with rice vinegar and sugar to create a sharp, aromatic sauce that develops even more flavour over time. Perfect alongside grilled meats, crispy pork belly or barbecue dishes, this Pinoy Pickled Chilli Sauce adds heat, brightness and punch to any feast.
Chongqing Chilli Chicken is one of Sichuan’s most iconic dishes. Crispy diced chicken is double fried, then flash tossed with toasted Sichuan peppercorns, garlic, ginger and a mountain of dried chillies. The result is a bold, numbing, sweet-salty heat where the chicken is almost hidden amongst the chillies — exactly how it should be.
Thai Omelette with Nam Prik Pao is a classic Thai street-style dish featuring a light, crispy
omelette served with a rich homemade chilli paste. The omelette is flavoured simply with fish
sauce, spring onion and chilli, then cooked in hot oil to create crisp edges and a fluffy centre.
The Nam Prik Pao paste adds depth with dried chillies, garlic, dried shrimp and tamarind,
creating a sweet, savoury and spicy accompaniment.
Okonomiyaki is a Japanese savoury pancake made from a light batter mixed with cabbage and vegetables, then pan-fried until golden and fluffy. Often topped with okonomiyaki sauce, Japanese mayonnaise, bonito flakes and sesame seeds, it delivers a perfect balance of sweet, savoury and umami flavours. This versatile dish can be adapted with different fillings such as seafood, pork or extra vegetables.
