Herbs

The perfect starter dish or platter of finger food for a party, Vietnamese prawn rice paper rolls are fresh, delicious and incredibly easy to make. Serve with a dipping sauce.

This fragrant Thai prawn stir-fry uses the root of a bunch of coriander as well as the leaves, which adds a depth of flavour not found otherwise. Serve with steamed rice or noodles.

These healthy mint flavoured summer vegetables are the perfect accompaniment to grilled beef or lamb. Eating your greens has never tasted so good.

The ham hock can be cooked a day or two before it’s needed. Keep the ham from the bone, covered with the reserved liquid, in the fridge; reheat it when needed in a saucepan over a low heat.

Combine this tender beef fillet with a delicious red wine sauce and a generous serving of mashed kumara for a slightly different take on the a traditional beef and vegetable fare. You'll be glad you did.

These quick savoury muffins are perfect for morning tea or a picnic. If you want to spice them up a little, add a teaspoon of dried chilli flakes.

Stay cosy indoors this weekend with this hearty, slow-cooked beef casserole topped with dumplings. A side order of mash and greens completes the meal.

This herbed beef fillet is exceedingly good. We've cooked it to a rare finish in this recipe. Whichever way you decide cook it, remember to rest it for at least 10 minutes to get the most out of this delicious cut of meat.

Paper-thin slices of raw beetroot and fennel are a perfect match for tender, flaky salmon in this healthy, tasty dish. Equally fine as lunch or a light dinner, just add some potatoes or rice if you want something more substantial.

This delicious chicken dish is easy to make and packed full of flavour. Your family will love the addition of a zesty homemade salsa verde to their dinner.

Tender slices of beef carpaccio match perfectly with a fragrant green papaya salad.

The fish can be refrigerated for up to 36 hours. You can substitute the gin with vodka or omit the alcohol completely. Micro herbs are small punnets of baby herbs or cress and can be found at good greengrocers, growers markets and some of the larger supermarkets; substitute with small picked leaves from regular bunches […]

Za’atar, a blend of roasted dry spices, is easy to make, but a prepared mix of sesame seeds, marjoram, thyme and sumac can be purchased in Middle-Eastern food shops and delicatessens. Try it sprinkled on your morning toast that’s been spread with softened feta cheese or ricotta. Note

These little spinach and cheese parcels are very tasty extremely versatile; you can serve them on their own, as a soup accompaniment, or as part of an antipasto platter.

Served on a feta and black olive mash, these tender slices of tuna cooked in tomato and anchovy will melt in your mouth.

Crispy grilled chicken with coriander and chilli; a flavour-packed Asian-style meat dish.

The beauty of freeform tarts is that they're incredibly easy to throw together, and taste every bit as delicious as a perfectly primped example.

This is such an easy way to cook a chicken. After the initial browning, which develops the flavour and visual appeal and speeds up the cooking, the chicken looks after itself and emerges fragrant and fork-tender.

This lip-smacking shellfish dish is perfect for a special occasion.

This dish was on the first menu at our restaurant Hugo's, at Bondi, and it actually stayed on the menu for years, as it turned out to be one of our best-sellers. It's a recipe that goes to prove that good food does not have to cost an arm or a leg.

A tender and refreshing Turkish lamb, mint and spinach stir-fry from Australian Women's Weekly.

Fish baked on a layer of potatoes, onions, tomatoes, olives and herbs stays moist and is really tasty, absorbing the hints of salt from the olives and the sweetness from the onions. Choose potatoes that will hold their shape after cooking.

A light, fresh and fragrant Thai herb and mango salad from Australian Women's Weekly.

For a tasty breakfast or lunch, try these tortillas filled with creamy scrambled eggs and spicy pumpkin seed sauce.

Served with a dollop of yoghurt sprinkled with sumac, these beautiful stuffed vine leaves are a perfect dish to share with friends.

A delicious Thai red chicken curry and coriander chicken with steamed jasmine rice.

Light and healthy röstis that are perfect for breakfast and lunch or for sharing with friends.

A simple, zesty vinaigrette flavoured with preserved lemon and fresh chives that will bring life to any salad.

The combination of tender herb-coated roast beef and creamy blue-cheese sauce is unbeatable. The perfect starter for a big dinner party!

One taste of this rich and flavoursome antioxidant rich tomato soup and you'll never want the canned version again. Serve with plenty of crusty bread to mop up every last drop.

Herb dip can be made up to a day ahead. Store, covered, in the refrigerator. Note

Serve with asparagus or beef, or as a salad dressing. Note

Healthy and delicious Asian-style char-grilled steak with pesto.

A slowcooked beef that will melt in your mouth in a rich and herbaceous coriander curry.

These are a delicious way to start off a feast. Dried porcini mushrooms have an intense, woody, savoury flavour, but if they're beyond your budget, the dish will still taste great without them. In place of porcini liquid, finish it off with a little stock or white wine.

To save time on the day, the kumara can be peeled up to 24 hours before cooking. Transfer to a deep pot and cover the top with a clean tea towel. Keep them somewhere cool, though not in the fridge (do not add water).

Serve with steamed jasmine rice. Note

Served with grilled sourdough, this colourful dish makes a stunning, summery appetiser or lunch.

These tasty baked arrabbiata muffins are packed full of flavour and texture. Filled with melted, oozy cheese, they will be loved by kids and adults alike. Enjoy them warm as a light lunch or dinner or pop them in your lunch box for work or school.

This slow-cooker chicken with leeks and artichokes is succulent and gorgeous served on a bed of mashed potatoes and drizzled with the cooking juices.

A rich stew of veal with parsley and capers from Australian Women's Weekly.

To freeze; complete recipe to the end of step 2. Place meatballs, in a single layer, on a baking paper-lined baking tray. Freeze for 2 to 3 hours or until firm. Transfer to a large snap-lock bag. Expel any excess air. Label, date and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator. […]

Served with grilled asparagus, this stunning whole baked snapper is brimming with zesty flavours.

This moreish pasta dish is ideal for a family lunch or quick mid-week dinner.

Try this delicious, easy dinner of dreamy white bean purée, crispy pan-fried fish and zesty herb sauce.

Pouches can be prepared 3 hours ahead. Uncooked pouches suitable to freeze. Sweet chilli sauce can be prepared 2 days ahead. Store, covered, in refrigerator. Note

Sweet, sour and spicy nam jim chicken with a fresh and fragrant rice noodle salad.

Kaffir lime leaves are sold fresh, dried or frozen. The dried leaves are less potent so double the number called for in a recipe if you substitute them for fresh leaves. Note

Casserole bakes are so simple to prepare, and great for family meals. One dish wonders never looked so wonderful.

You can use vegetable stock if you prefer. You could use verjuice or dry white wine instead of vermouth. This soup can be served cold or at room temperature, cover, refrigerate until required. Note

The wonderful thing about this recipe is that it is so incredibly moist. It also looks stunning and is a real treat for dessert or even a decadent afternoon tea.

These stuffed vine leaves are rich in flavour with almonds, raisins, herbs and burghul wheat all bound together and served with a refreshing yoghurt dip.

These cheesy zucchini cakes make a lovely light brunch served with a crisp green salad.

With crisp sugar snap peas and a punchy mint dressing, this lamb salad makes a delightful lunch or light dinner.

Delicious duck broth with noodles, gai larn, green onions and fresh coriander.

store Dip can be made 1 day ahead and refrigerated, covered. Note

This recipe is best made close to serving. White balsamic vinegar is slightly sweet, and is available in the vinegar section in selected supermarkets and grocery stores. Note

Ground lemon myrtle is a ground mixture of the dried leaf and flower; it has a strong lemon flavor and works wonderfully as a dressing or marinade.

A chilli coriander jam that is packed to the brim with red-hot chilli spice and aromatic coriander.

Celebrate summer with this beautiful, light asparagus tempura drizzled in a herby vinaigrette.

Served with homemade baba ghanoush and zingy tabbouleh, these warm falafel wraps will be a popular dinner dish.

These spiced lamb skewers are fantastic served with a cooling cucumber and yoghurt sauce.

These juicy beef patties taste fantastic with a refreshing beetroot and parsley salad.

Thin slices of rare beef, lime and fragrant herbs and spices are combined to make this mouth-watering, light soup.

The silken tofu gives this pesto a lovely creamy texture to complement its herbaceous flavours.

Veal schnitzel is thinly sliced steak available crumbed or plain (uncrumbed); we used plain schnitzel, also called escalopes, in this recipe. Note

Fresh and fast, this spicy prawn stir-fry with noodles makes a great mid-week summer dinner.

This is a great little sauce, herby and creamy, pesto crème fraîche works as a dip, condiment or even as a simple pasta sauce.

To make pesto; blend or process basil, cheese, pine nuts and garlic until chopped finely; with motor operating, add oil, process until combined. Press plastic wrap over surface; refrigerate until needed. Note

These make a tasty after school snack with a good hit of calcium. Or, you could serve them alongside your weekly curry; add chopped mint for a fresh Indian flavour.

Tabbouleh is a great vegetarian dish with a delicious combination of traditional Mediterranean flavours. It is also a bonus that it is quick and easy to prepare.

This pie is a feast of the senses with a healthy alternative crust.

These spicy prawns with fresh coriander and lime would make a stunning tapas dish.

Try this delicious Lebanese snack with a cooling yoghurt sauce and fresh mint.

These cheesy savoury scones are delicious served warm with melting butter.

Walnut adds crunch and body to this yoghurt based mint and coriander chutney, it's delicious served on the side of a curry.

Cut vegetables the same size for even cooking. If you have time, the shallot mixture will develop more flavour if it’s covered and refrigerated overnight. Serve with yoghurt. Note

Fire up the barbecue with this mouth-watering chicken dish.

This is a homemade version of the delicious Greek sandwich called gyro. Gyros are made from slices of meat cooked on a turning spit.

A fresh, fragrant, sweet and sour Vietnamese chicken and herb salad with pickled carrot and a spicy dressing.

These two Croatian specialties, Cevapi, a spicy sausage, and Raznjici, beef kebabs, are typical Balkan ways of cooking meat. Both are delicious, homely fare traditionally served as part of a picnic menu in summer, and eaten in home-style restaurants year round.

Hearty and warming, this harissa and mint spiced veggie stew is the ultimate comfort food for a cool Winter evening in.

What a refreshing way to hydrate and contribute to your five-a-day target. You can experiment with all sorts of fruit, and mint goes with just about anything.

Labne is sometimes sold as ‘yoghurt cheese’. You can use the oil from the labne instead of the extra olive oil if you like. If you can’t find za’atar, you can make your own: combine 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds, 1 tablespoon dried thyme, 2 teaspoons sumac and 2 teaspoons salt. Note