Inspired by a School of Wok Mystery Bag Cook-Off, this dish combines seared mackerel glazed with a sweet soy dressing, homemade pancakes and a refreshing wakame seaweed salad. Fresh pear, cucumber, ginger and sesame bring balance to the rich fish, creating a dish reminiscent of duck pancakes with a Japanese-inspired twist.
Delicious Vietnamese Pancake, known as Bánh Xèo, is a crispy, golden turmeric rice flour pancake filled with fresh herbs, crunchy vegetables and optional prawns or pork. This Delicious Vietnamese Pancake recipe delivers the perfect balance of crisp edges and light, fluffy centre, served with a sweet, sour and savoury dipping sauce that brings everything together.
Bánh Xèo literally means “sizzling cake,” named after the sound the batter makes when it hits a hot pan. The secret is a thin rice flour and coconut milk batter, cooked over medium heat until crisp, then folded over fresh fillings for that iconic half moon shape.
This comforting Chana Dal is a simple Indian lentil curry made with split chickpeas, warming spices and aromatic onion, garlic and ginger. Slow-cooked until creamy and finished with fresh coriander, it's a hearty dish that's perfect served with rice or warm flatbreads.
Sweet & Sour Cauliflower is a vegan take on the classic Chinese takeaway dish, where crispy battered cauliflower florets are tossed with stir-fried vegetables and finished with a sticky sweet and sour sauce. The cauliflower is coated in a light beer batter and deep fried until golden, creating a crisp exterior that contrasts perfectly with the tangy sauce made from ketchup, vinegar and sugar.
Delicious Thai Mango Sticky Rice is one of Thailand’s most iconic street desserts, traditionally found across Bangkok’s markets. This Delicious Thai Mango Sticky Rice recipe uses black glutinous rice for a rich, nutty depth, gently simmered with palm sugar syrup and sea salt for that signature sweet and salty balance.
Unlike classic white sticky rice versions, black glutinous rice brings extra texture and colour, creating a striking contrast against fresh ripe mango and creamy coconut milk. The toasted coconut and sesame garnish adds crunch and aroma, making this dish beautifully balanced in flavour and texture.
Fresh, cheesy, crunchy, simple cooking at it's best! This Korean rolled omelette is a super simple way to start your day!
This Morning Glory Stir-Fry with Fermented Tofu Sauce is a vibrant Chinese vegetable dish featuring crisp water spinach coated in a rich, savoury fermented tofu sauce. Finished with plenty of garlic and fresh chillies, it's a quick, flavour-packed side that's perfect served with steamed rice.
These Kimchi Pork Bao Buns are soft, fluffy steamed buns filled with a savoury Korean-inspired mixture of pork, kimchi and glass noodles, flavoured with gochujang, sesame oil and soy sauce. The sweet steamed dough perfectly balances the spicy, tangy filling, making these bao an irresistible snack or light meal.
Classic Cantonese Stir Fry
Unbelievable Chinese Oyster Sauce Beef and Broccoli is a Cantonese takeaway favourite built around tender slices of beef, vibrant green broccoli and a glossy oyster sauce finish. This Unbelievable Chinese Oyster Sauce Beef and Broccoli recipe focuses on proper wok technique, high heat control and a simple marinade that keeps the beef succulent while naturally thickening the sauce.
Oyster sauce is the backbone of many Cantonese stir fries. Combined with chicken stock, a dash of dark soy and a touch of sugar, it creates a rich, savoury glaze that coats both meat and vegetables beautifully. The key is cooking quickly at very high heat so the beef sears rather than steams.
