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Prawn and shiitake miso soup

Prawn and shiitake miso soup

This classic Japanese miso soup combines silken tofu with prawns for a light, soothing meal that can be enjoyed all year long.
Asian salmon and noodle salad

Asian salmon and noodle salad

The best of sweet and spicy flavours combine in this one delicious noodle dish. Silken salmon and honey are mixed with chilli, garlic and soy for an authentic Asian taste.
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Udon noodle soup

Udon noodle soup

Dashi is the basic stock used in nearly every Japanese dish, from a spoonful or two in dipping sauces to greater amounts in the broths of one-pan dishes, such as the udon noodle soup we've made here.
Crisp fried noodles (mee krob)

Crisp fried noodles (mee krob)

The contrast between soft, silken tofu and crispy fried noodles is just one of the things that makes mee krob so utterly moreish. Good thing it's good for you too!
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Vietnamese prawn soup

Vietnamese prawn soup

A fragrant Vietnamese prawn soup with rice noodles, coriander and mint. The broth is perfumed by the tender, white bit at the heart of lemongrass.
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Chilled soba noodles

Chilled soba noodles

This simple platter of chilled soba noodles with dipping sauce, spring onions, nori and wasabi is a complete taste sensation.
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Thai fish parcels

Thai fish parcels

This Thai fish parcels recipe makes sure all the flavour cooks into the fish. If you can't buy kaffir lime leaves, substitute the young leaves from any other citrus tree. Serve the fish parcels with lime cheeks or a salad made from fresh pomelo or grapefruit segments.
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Thai chicken stir-fry

Thai chicken stir-fry

A tantalising Thai chicken stir-fry with crunchy beans, sprouts and loads of green onions. It's fast, tasty and packed with good things, the perfect mid-week dinner.
Stir-fried beef and mixed mushrooms

Stir-fried beef and mixed mushrooms

Mixed mushrooms add flavour, texture and complexity to this spicy beef and noodle stir-fry, as well as a welcome boost of important nutrients. Winning all round.
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Thai-style steamed chicken with noodles

Thai-style steamed chicken with noodles

Steaming this Thai-style chicken draws the flavour of the seasoning right into the flesh of the fillet. If the silver beet leaves are small, use two per chicken breast. If kaffir lime leaves are unavailable, use 2 teaspoons of finely grated lime rind.
Duck and rice noodle salad

Duck and rice noodle salad

This Asian style duck and rice noodle salad is served warm to keep the duck meat at its succulent best. The spicy and astringent flavours of the dressing cut through the richness of the meat.
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Thai fish cakes with noodle salad

Thai fish cakes with noodle salad

Redfish, usually sold skinned as fillets, is ideal for these fish cakes because of its delicate flavour. You can, however, use practically any mild-flavoured, skinless fish fillet.
Chicken chow mein

Chicken chow mein

Sometimes the old favourites are the only thing that will do, chicken chow mein not only fits the bill but is quick, easy and good for you. Winning all round.
Thai beef with noodles

Thai beef with noodles

Is your family sick of meat and veg? Try this easy, delicious new recipe for Thai beef with noodles. Fresh, fragrant and full of crunch and flavour.
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steamed blue-eye trevalla with soy vinaigrette

Steamed blue-eye trevalla with soy vinaigrette

You can use other fish of your choice. Mirin is found in the Asian section of your supermarket. You can use sweet sherry as a substitute. Note
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Mixed oyster mushroom and ginger noodles

Mixed oyster mushroom and ginger noodles

Pink and yellow oyster mushrooms are available at selected farmers’ markets, grocery stores and online. Choose mushrooms as described by variety. Avoid slimy looking caps and those that look shrivelled. Store mushrooms as described by variety, otherwise, store in a paper or calico bag in the refrigerator. They generally last for up to 3 days […]
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meatball pho

Meatball pho

Pho, the well-known vietnamese noodle soup, is usually eaten for breakfast, but is great to eat at any time of the day. Note
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Soba in broth

Soba in broth

You could add 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger to the broth for extra flavour, if you like. Note
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Crispy prawns and noodles

Crispy prawns and noodles

To prevent prawns curling up too much during cooking, before coating, make three cuts along belly of each prawns. Turn prawns over and press down gently along the length of the body to flatten slightly. Note
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PRAWNS AND PORK WITH RICE NOODLES

Prawns and pork with rice noodles

Traditionally this recipe is known as char kway teow. Dried chinese sausages, also called lop chong, are usually made from pork. They are red-brown in colour and sweet-spicy in flavour. They are available in all Asian grocery stores. Note
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MONGOLIAN LAMB AND NOODLE STIR-FRY

Mongolian lamb and noodle stir-fry

Broccolini is a cross between broccoli and chinese kale; it resembles broccoli in appearance, but is milder and sweeter in taste. It has long asparagus-like stems and a long loose floret, both completely edible. Baby buk choy or gai lan work well in this stir-fry, too; use in place of the broccolini. Note
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pork, broccolini and cashew stir-fry

Pork, broccolini and cashew stir-fry

Replace pork with sliced chicken breast or beef rump steak. You can use basil if thai basil is out of season or you could replace the basil with coriander. Broccolini can be swapped with baby corn, if you like. Note
mee krob

Mee krob

A sweet, zesty and crispy Thai dish that literally means 'crunchy noodles'.
POACHED CHICKEN SOBA NOODLE SALAD

Poached chicken soba noodle salad

Soba are fresh or dried Japanese noodles made from buckwheat and wheat flour. They’re available from Asian food stores and major supermarkets. Note
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prawn and scallop laksa

Prawn and scallop laksa

A sweet chilli-flavoured tofu was used in this recipe, available already marinated. Various- flavoured marinated tofu pieces can be found, cryovac-packed, in the refrigerated section in most supermarkets and Asian food stores. Note
pickled green papaya salad

Pickled green papaya salad

Green (unripe) papayas are readily available in various sizes at many greengrocers, Asian food shops and markets. Select one that is very hard and slightly shiny, which indicates it’s fresh but not too unripe to grate or chop. Note
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smoked trout and crisp noodle salad

Smoked trout and crisp noodle salad

Filleted portions of smoked trout, in a variety of sizes, are now available at most supermarkets; we used three 150g portions for this recipe. Crispy fried noodles are crisp wheat noodles already deep-fried. They are available from Asian grocery stores and most major supermarkets. If you like, replace the coleslaw mix with 3½ cups of […]
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prawn and rice vermicelli salad

Prawn and rice vermicelli salad

If taking this salad to work, pack the dressing separately and add to the salad at lunch time. note Rice vermicelli is similar to bean thread noodles, only longer and made with rice flour instead of mung bean starch. It is available from supermarkets Note
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char-siu pork with noodles and broccolini

Char-siu pork with noodles and broccolini

Char-siu sauce is a Chinese barbecue sauce made from sugar, water, salt, fermented soya bean paste, honey, soy sauce, malt syrup and spices. A little something out of the ordinary for those times when you feel you’ve cooked it all before. Note
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Ramen noodles with soy broth

Ramen noodles with soy broth

Ramen is a very popular Japanese noodle soup consisting of Chinese wheat noodles and a broth usually flavoured with meats and soy.
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SESAME & PEANUT SOBA NOODLES

Sesame & peanut soba noodles

Choose an oyster-flavoured sauce without any seafood content such as mushroom oyster sauce. Check the label if you are unsure. Note
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