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Asian mains

Some of my favourite savoury Asian dishes, including a number of Korean dishes from my childhood.

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Spicy Korean pork stir-fry (jaeyuk)

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Intermediate

Spicy Korean pork stir-fry (jaeyuk)

A traditional Korean classic, spicy, sweet, umami and packed full of flavour.

Korean style rice congee (juk)

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Beginner

Korean style rice congee (juk)

A comforting classic, like a warm hug that welcomes you home.

Thai inspired beef meatballs

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Intermediate

Thai inspired beef meatballs

A slightly uncommon fusion dish which makes the most of the diversity of flavours the world has to offer!

Elevated instant noodles

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Beginner

Elevated instant noodles

Very, very, very easy dish that comes together in no time but feels slightly better than just having instant noodles (and is likely more nutritious too)

Gyudon inspired beef bowl

Medium

Beginner

Gyudon inspired beef bowl

Very Japanese flavour profile that makes the most of the sweetness of onions providing a very comforting and yet sophisticated dining experience.

Korean Chicken noodle soup

Low

Advanced

Korean Chicken noodle soup

A traditional Korean dish with simple ingredients bursting with flavour and tons of customisability to suit your preferences and requirements.

Saag Paneer

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Intermediate

Saag Paneer

Travel to India with this wonderfully fragrant vegetarian dish.

Sticky pork belly bites

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Beginner

Sticky pork belly bites

Crunchy, soft, chewy, full of spice and flavour – a divine dish if there ever was one.
This is my own take on a relatively common dish.

Roast duck noodle soup

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Intermediate

Roast duck noodle soup

A relatively simple dish with nice ingredients to really elevate date-night cooking.

Gyoza

Medium

Advanced

Gyoza

Easy, affordable and delicious, what more could you ask for in a recipe?


Korean preserved beef

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Beginner

Korean preserved beef

An easy way to make use of a large quantity of meat even for one person which ensures you’re meeting those budget constraints.

Bibimbap

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Beginner

Bibimbap

In Korea, each region has a slightly different take on this dish depending on local produce. Bibimbap literally means: 'mixed rice'. The ingredients can be mixed and matched to your taste!

Salmon fried rice

Medium

Intermediate

Salmon fried rice

A delicious fish based fried rice that comes together quickly and easily.

Oyakodon

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Beginner

Oyakodon

Technically a ‘mother-and-child’ combination, as delicious as it sounds cruel!

Spring rolls

Medium

Beginner

Spring rolls

Really easy to make and always a treat when having guests over, ensuring they leave with a lasting positive impression.

Biang-biang noodles

Low

Advanced

Biang-biang noodles

A dish to impress – cook it in front of people and they will never forget your talents.

Mapo Tofu

Low

Beginner

Mapo Tofu

A healthy, delicious and easy Chinese dish to make the most of beef mince that comes together very quickly for a weeknight craving.

Kimchi fried rice

Low

Beginner

Kimchi fried rice

A classic Korean dish that is also infinitely customisable to suit your preferences and dietary requirements.

Korean beef

High

Beginner

Korean beef

A creative way of eating steak you probably have not had before. Make sure to have the right sauce and veggies and you’re ready to start traveling.

Egg fried rice

Medium

Beginner

Egg fried rice

My take on a classic of East Asian cuisine. I add a few ingredients I like to eat - feel free to do the same. This dish is infinitely customisable so once you've got the basics down you'll be ready to explore!

Stir-fried noodles

Low

Beginner

Stir-fried noodles

Easy, quick, cheap and infinitely customisable - make this dish if youre not quite sure what to make but fancy something Asian inspired!

Korean Bulgogi with home-made cucumber Kimchi

High

Advanced

Korean Bulgogi with home-made cucumber Kimchi

Almost THE quintessential Korean dish that most people associate with the country. Absolutely delicious and equally easy to prepare!

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