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Very green salad
Get your daily dose of greens with this salad, which has every shade of green under the sun! Mixing together all the favourites, from asparagus to avocado to basil pesto, it's a winning combo.
Little lemon and raspberry cakes
Ahh, raspberries and lemon! They are a match made in heaven as the lemon seems to enhance the very delicate flavour of raspberries. Try the combo in these gorgeous mini cakes and you'll be hooked!
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Strawberry shortcake roulade
There's nothing more appealing than a creamy sponge dessert in summer! This recipe is a simple one with no rush to roll the sponge while it’s warm, so it’s stress-free as well as being delicious.
16 healthy, quick and easy dinner ideas
End your day on a high with these healthy dinner ideas! Once you nail these low-effort, nutritious and oh-so tasty recipes, dinner will be your favourite meal of the day.
Healthy breakfast ideas to help you kick-start your day
Put a spring in your step with these healthy breakfast ideas. Whether you like sweet, savoury or smoothie, these recipes are packed full of nutrients and superfoods - and they're so scrumptious, you’ll look forward to getting up in the morning!
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Grilled beef, pear, rocket and avocado salad
With juicy grilled beef, sweet slices of pear and peppery rocket leaves, this salad combination knocks flavoursome out of the park. Grab a bowl for a delicious and wholesome lunch.
Fennel-rubbed pork with fennel and apple slaw
This recipe is ideal when you're wanting to get a healthy dinner on the table in a flash. Taking just 30 minutes to prepare, you'll have a delightfully balanced meal in your bellies, pronto.
Fish and quinoa salad with green hummus
Bring a splash of delightful colour to your dinner plate with this fish and quinoa salad recipe. Healthy, scrumptious - and have you ever seen a more vibrant green than in that bowl of hummus?
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Prawn and broccoli fried ‘rice’
Swap out fried rice for a healthier version in this broccoli rice recipe. Mixed with prawns, peas and beans, as well as the zingy flavours of ginger and chilli, this dish is a breath of fresh air.
Lemongrass and satay chicken rainbow rolls
These satay chicken rainbow rolls are a perfect starting dish for summer. Bursting with fresh flavours and a delicious dollop of Exotic Food's Satay Sauce, it's like having a taste of sunshine.
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Crispy fish tacos with Asian slaw and sweet soy sauce
These crispy fish tacos are packed with the delightful crunch of fried fish and punch of Exotic Food's Sriracha Mayonnaise. Serve with a drizzle of soy sauce and Chinese five-spice for extra kick.
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Satay beef Pad Thai
With slices of succulent rump steak, a beautiful zing from coriander and chilli flakes, and the flavour explosion of Exotic Food's Pad Thai Sauce, this dish is sure to become a firm favourite.
Mango, passionfruit and coconut lassi
This mango passionfruit and coconut lassi is a delicious addition to a breakfast spread or afternoon snack. Whip it up in just five minutes and enjoy the unbeatable burst of tropical sweetness.
Mango, coconut & granola parfait
Upgrade your usual breakfast with this mango and coconut yoghurt granola parfait, which is packed with all the protein and vitamin C you need to fuel your day. Enjoy an explosion of fresh fruity flavours and put a spring in your step!
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Crisp tortilla bowls with crunchy chicken salad
This crunchy chicken salad is served in a unique and enticing way - in cute tortilla bowls. Bake the tortillas in muffin pans until they're crispy then fill with a colourful, zingy salad.
Coconut and lime beignets
Master the art of making beignets with this fun recipe. Spiked with the tangy, tropical flavours of coconut and lime, these pillowy French doughnuts are an afternoon snack you'll love making.
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How to create the perfect Christmas grazing platter
The countdown to Christmas has begun and the one thing on everyone’s mind, apart from the presents piled under the tree, is the food that will be adorning our tables come Christmas Day. So get ahead of the game this Christmas with a beautiful grazing platter, so there is no need to worry about the festive table looking inadequate or running dry before time’s up.
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Vanilla pecan butter fudge
Create this melt-in-your-mouth vanilla pecan butter fudge this festive season and your friends and family will love you! Package pieces in cute jars or cellophane bags for a thoughtful gift.
Chargrilled asparagus with mustard crème
Here is a delicious plateful of summer to freshen up your Christmas table. This chargrilled asparagus dish with mustard crème is delightfully zingy - a festive side everyone will love.
Christmas fruit and spice friands
These fruit and spice friands are a delightful treat for a Christmas Day brunch or breakfast. Topped with juicy fresh cherries and sweet spiced syrup, it's the perfect way to start a festive day.
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Sweet and salty pretzel wreaths
These sweet and salty pretzel wreaths are such a fun idea for Christmas. Easily made in just 10 minutes, it's a great way to get in the festive spirit with the kids, and they're so delicious!
Roasted carrot hummus
This roasted carrot hummus is sweet and fragrant, rather than hot, so is a good option for lunchbox snacks as well as pre-dinner nibbles. You'll never want store-bought hummus again!
Cherry and coconut tart
Fresh cherries burst with deliciousness in this tart. Covered with beautifully crispy shredded coconut, the flavours melt perfectly together to create a tasty festive dessert.
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Fig and orange panforte
Take this historic Italian dessert and make it your own with our delicious fig and orange panforte recipe. The fruit, nuts and spices make it so festive, creating a perfect after-xmas-dinner treat.
Butterscotch marshmallow fudge
There's nothing quite like the caramel creaminess of butterscotch, so add it together with marshmallows and fudge and you've got a winner! This recipe is perfect for a sweet Christmas gift.
Rare-beef sliders with caramel onions
Feed a hungry crowd with these mouth-wateringly good rare-beef sliders with caramel onions. Ready in just 35 minutes, these sliders are packed with filling treats and delicious flavours.
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S’mores rocky road
Combine your favourite chocolate delicacies in this s'mores rocky road recipe, which is so addictive you won't be able to stop! With the crunch of biscuits and the softness of marshmallows, it's simply scrumptious.
Mini mussel fritters with caper aioli
Could there be anything more quintessentially Kiwi than mussel fritters at the beach? This recipe is a perfect one to mix up at home, then bring to your picnic spot to fry up on the portable BBQ.
Vege parcels with sundried tomato pesto and feta
Get your 5+ a day with these delightful vege parcels! Combining colourful vegetables with the delicious flavours of feta and sundried tomato pesto, this recipe will be a summertime hit.
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Summer fruit punch
Whether you're looking for a cool refreshment at the beach, or the perfect tipple for a summer party, this recipe is it. Keep it alcoholic or swap the bubbles for soda water, depending on your mood.
Nectarine kombucha Champagne cocktails
Start your day off with a delightful tipple with our nectarine kombucha Champagne cocktails. Light, fresh and fizzing, there could be no better way to begin Christmas morning!
Rosemary roast beef fillet
This rosemary roast beef fillet will look so good on your Christmas table - the red of the perfectly-cooked fillet matches beautifully with the roasted beetroot and onions!
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How to carve a Christmas ham
A ham on the bone is a Christmas classic, but it can be tricky to carve. Master the skill of slicing perfectly with our simple step-by-step guide.
Prawn and oyster platter
This prawn and oyster platter is the perfect accompaniment to any summer event. With two fantastic sauce recipes, and lots of lemon to serve, this will keep all your guests happy.
Spelt blini with hot-smoked salmon and crème fraîche
Get the party started with this spelt blini with hot-smoked salmon and crème fraîche recipe! Perfect to hand around as a starter at a family gathering, these bite-size snacks are a delight.
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Spiced Christmas shortbread cookie wreath
Jazz up your Christmas table this year with this spiced shortbread cookie wreath, which is great to look at and great to eat! It's such a breeze to make and looks an absolute treat as a centrepiece.
Festive spiced biscuits
These are fun biscuits that are easy to make and great to have on hand for guests who drop in. You could also make batches to give as cute edible Christmas gifts - just pop some in a glass jar and tie a ribbon around the top!
Scroggin
You'll never go hungry with this scroggin recipe on hand! Perfect for staying fuelled on outdoor adventures, or simply to keep in the drawer at work for any snacking emergencies, this mixture will never let you down.
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Buttered asparagus with peas and honey
This delicious buttered asparagus with peas and honey dish is great with roasted meats. It can easily be made ahead when entertaining, and served cold or reheated in the microwave.
In season inspiraation: asparagus
Sweet, firm and so simple to prepare, we welcome back the sensational spear. Recipes and styling by Sophie Gray.
How to make your own pasta from NADIA Magazine
Making your own pasta is a wonderfully tactile and satisfying experience – and this recipe from NADIA magazine means it takes just 20 minutes. Clear a space, grab a rolling pin and give it a try.
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How to make the perfect scones
There are few things more inviting than a plate of freshly baked scones, dripping in cream and jam. Follow Food magazine's step-by-step guide to buttermilk scones below and you'll be whipping up these tasty goodies in no time.
Dark chocolate, cranberry and port truffles
These decadent dark chocolate, cranberry and port truffles are like little balls of magic. Perfect for when you have to bring a plate or need a delicious edible gift idea.
Taste the flavours of Thailand with Exotic Food
Turn up the flavour and transport yourself to distant lands with the authentic aromas of Thailand from Exotic Food.
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Chocolate nut slice
All you need is three ingredients to create this delicious chocolate nut slice. Perfect for sophisticated entertaining or a cute edible gift for friends and family. Mix it up with any combination of nuts you like!
Stir-fry turkey with basil and fried egg
Turkey isn't just for Christmas - this delicious recipe uses turkey mince in a stir fry, complete with basil leaves and fried eggs. A wholesome dinner dish that can be made in just over 30 minutes.
Dirty bloody mary with sriracha cheese dippers
This unique combo provides a fun addition to your next party or gathering. Exotic Food Sriracha adds a delicious kick to the Bloody Mary cocktails, and some hot chilli magic to the Sriracha cheese dippers.
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Fish with mint and lemongrass
Try this fish with mint and lemongrass dish for a meal packed full of the delicious fresh flavours of lime, chilli, mint and coriander. Serve with vermicelli noodles for the perfect dinner.
Hoisin salmon fillets with wok-fried vegetables
Bring the delicious flavours of Exotic Food Hoisin Sauce to your kitchen with this Hoisin salmon fillets recipe. Served with tasty wok-fried vegetables, dinnertime will become an absolute treat.
Honey sesame king prawns
We love a good stir fry, and this honey sesame king prawn recipe is simply delicious. Whip it up in just 30 minutes for an easy midweek meal that is sure to impress.
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Christmas crisps
Decadent as well as pretty, these Christmas crisps are a real treat to gift to friends. Although you might want to keep a few for yourself too - these little sweets are too good to give up!
Strawberry salad with poppy seed dressing
This fresh and colourful strawberry salad is the perfect accompaniment to a summer barbecue meal. The mixture of sweet, sour and salty makes it simply irresistible!
Panettone tiramisu
Whip up this decadent tiramisu in just 30 minutes with your leftover Christmas panettone. Our recipe transforms the panettone into a completely new dessert that is almost too beautiful to eat!
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Fruit cake cream parfaits
Stretch out this year's Christmas cake or pudding with our fruit cake cream parfait recipe. Combined with marscapone, cream and fresh raspberries, this is an indulgent dessert everyone will love.
Turkey, cranberry and peanut salad
Not sure what to do with all that leftover Turkey? This quick and easy turkey salad recipe will put it to great use, along with any other greens, nuts and cranberries leftover from Christmas.
Mojito panna cotta
This mojito panna cotta recipe is silky and light, making it the perfect dessert for any long dinner party. It is so simple to make, but the result is elegant and delicious.
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Gluten-free ham and spring onion fritters
These ham and spring onion fritters are perfect for a weekend brunch or lunch, especially for anyone looking for gluten-free inspiration. Serve with avocado and baby tomatoes for extra tastiness.
Spicy chicken pasta with dukkah crumbs
Packing a punch in heat and flavour, this spicy chicken pasta is a fantastic midweek dinner meal that can be whipped up in just 30 minutes. Sprinkle with dukkah crumbs for added tastiness.
Stir-fried beef with red chilli and egg
Dinner is all-too easy with this stir-fried beef with red chilli and egg recipe, which is ready in a snappy 20 minutes. With the delicious flavours of chilli, fish sauce and kecap manis, this will become a staple family meal.
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Crispy-skinned fish with harissa dressing
Fish pairs wonderfully in this Nici Wickes recipe with smoked mussels and spicy harissa dressing. Fire up the barbie and get these delicious North African flavours cooking.
Easy lamb koftas with decadent lemon and mint hummus
Please a crowd any night of the week with these easy to assemble lamb koftas, topped with a combination of delicious lemon and mint hummus for a winning dressing.
Chickpea and baby spinach salad with Yoplait Decadent Lemon Dressing
Step up your salad game, with this incredibly simple chickpea salad. Drizzle with our tangy lemon dressing for a fresh citrus boost.
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Decadent lemon berry shortcakes
Dream up your perfect afternoon tea with these zesty lemon berry shortcakes. Grab a cuppa, and drizzle the lemon glaze for the final touch.
Creamy decadent lemon and banana ice cream
Time poor, but still in need of a sweet fix? Whip up this lemon and banana ice cream in a flash! Serve with chocolate shavings or fresh berries for an extra summery flavour.
Grilled steak fajitas
Bring a taste of Tex-Mex to your kitchen with this delicious grilled steak fajitas recipe. With succulent steak and all the incredible flavours of coriander, chilli and lime, this dish is the star of the show.
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Vege pad Thai
Add a splash of colour to your life with this vibrant vege pad Thai recipe. It's healthy, full of delicious Thai flavours and only takes 40 minutes to cook, so you'd best believe you're on to a winner.
Dreamy chicken and asparagus pasta
Quick dinners don't have to be boring - just one mouthful of this dreamy chicken and asparagus pasta and you'll never look back! Creamy and flavoursome, it seems a crime that it only takes 30 minutes.
Meatballs with courgette spaghetti
This dish is all about the spaghetti – but not as you know it! We made pasta-like strands from courgette to create a low-carb, gluten-free alternative to meatball pasta.
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Nourish bowl with pumpkin hummus
Cooking for meat-eaters and vegetarians? This tasty nourish bowl comes with two choices of protein, so you can please everyone without sacrificing any of the flavours.
Doughnuts with caramel sauce
Whip up a batch of these while your guests hover to gobble them up! Make the batter and sauce ahead of time, then it’s a quick cook to serve them up freshly fried.
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After-dinner mint bark
The texture of this after-dinner mint bark is a real winner. It’s crispy and crunchy to bite into, while being smooth and creamy to eat - a late-night delicacy you won’t be able to pass up.
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Lime and chilli-glazed fish with salad and brown rice
Get a tangy and spicy kick with this fantastic lime and chilli-glazed fish recipe. Serve it with a side of salad and brown rice for a delicious meal that will be on the table in 20 minutes.
How to make your own summer ice blocks
Make your own frozen treats this summer with these refreshing ice block recipes! From tangy blackberry cheesecake to creamy iced coffee, we've got your summer treats sorted.
Cherry jam with chocolate chip buttermilk scones
There's only one thing better than a warm scone, and that's a warm scone slathered in homemade jam! Try these tasty chocolate chip buttermilk scones with our exquisite cherry jam.
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Banana chocolate cupcakes with peanut butter frosting
The secret to the deliciousness of these banana chocolate cupcakes is in the icing. Peanut butter frosting is so magical, it will be hard to only have one of these sweet treats!
Berry and white choc muesli bars
These berry and white choc muesli bars contain all the nutritious goodness that seeds and berries have to offer, making them a perfectly healthy snack for any time of the day.
Apple pie muesli bars
Avoid the vending machine by whipping up a batch of these apple pie muesli bars. Sweet, crispy and healthy, these snackable treats will give you just the boost of energy you need.
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Jerk fish with slaw and harissa yoghurt
This combination of jerk fish, slaw, avocado cream and harissa yoghurt is all sorts of delicious. Prepare it ahead of time for an easy pull-together midweek dinner.
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Spinach and ricotta chicken parmigiana
Have dinner on the table in just 35 minutes with this delicious (and nutritious) spinach and ricotta chicken parmigiana, complete with kumara chips and a leafy green salad.
Chipotle pork in carrot tacos
We can’t get enough of these chipotle pork in carrot tacos. Make your own taco shells with carrots and cheese, and stuff them to the brim with these incredibly tasty fillings!
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Miso and lemon-glazed chicken with Japanese sesame spinach and avocado salad
This miso and lemon-glazed chicken with Japanese sesame spinach and avocado salad is just as good as it sounds. Whip it up in just 30 minutes for a healthy and delicious midweek dinner.
Peanut popcorn slice
This is a healthy snack with a twist - it’s filled with popcorn! Our peanut popcorn slice is perfect for kids’ lunches, or a guilt-free treat on the go.
No-choc crackle slice
We are obsessed with this no-choc crackle slice! Packed with powerfoods such as chia seeds and sunflower seeds, this nutritious and delicious snack is perfect for the lunchbox.
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Lemon meringue pie shots
These lemon meringue pie shots are about to become your favourite new dessert. Super easy to make and combining the flavours we all know and love, one will never be enough.
Chipotle-spiced chicken with Mexican green rice
Packing a punch in flavour, this chipotle-spiced chicken with Mexican green rice will stun your tastebuds. Fill that bowl right up, because you’ll definitely be going back for seconds.
Prawn & pumpkin pesto pasta
This prawn and pumpkin pesto pasta is ready in just 40 minutes, but will look and taste like you’re a seasoned pro. The juicy prawns and freshly-made pesto are a magical combo.
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Asian-style crispy duck
A barbecue is great for cooking crispy-skinned duck breasts. Teamed with edamame beans, broccoli and nori-buttered sweetcorn, this dish will have you wishing BBQ season lasted all year.
Citrus coconut balls
These little balls are a fantastic standby for an after-dinner sweet treat, and great to have on hand for unexpected guests.
Mini fruit and custard tarts
These delicious mini fruit and custard tarts are incredibly easy to make, but will make you the star of your next dinner party. Could dessert get any cuter?
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Spelt pasta with peas and ricotta
This easy spelt pasta with peas and ricotta is perfect for a workday lunch. Packed with beautiful greens and zingy flavours, you’ll be the envy of everyone in the office!
Orange kumara and ricotta gnocchi
It doesn’t get more delicious than this orange kumara and ricotta gnocchi with fresh tomato sauce. Channel your inner Italian chef and create this dish for dinner in less 40 minutes.
Egyptian ful medames (bean dip) with flatbreads
This ful medames is a deliciously nutritious Egyptian staple that is an exceptional dip enjoyed with flatbreads for a filling starter.
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Chicken tikka masala with basmati rice
Spice up any night of the week with this deliciously easy chicken tikka masala with basmati rice. Serve with chopped coriander for added freshness!
Buddha bowl
Do you need a dose of green goodness? Assembling this fresh Buddha bowl is a simple dinner fix for any weeknight meal.
Honey, soy and chilli chicken with vegetable medley rice
This honey, soy and chilli chicken with vegetable medley rice is a quick mouth-watering option to tide you over during a busy week!
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Mexican chicken with rice and beans
No need to escape to Mexico with this tasty chicken and rice dish. Top with plenty of avocado, sour cream and chopped coriander for maximum flavour.
Swedish toast Skagen (prawn toasts)
Sit back and let some of the world’s prized dishes come to you with this delicious Swedish toast Skagen recipe!
Lebanese batata harra (spiced potatoes) with pan-fried fish and tahini yoghurt sauce
Eat your way around the globe with this fabulous Lebanese batata harra (spiced potatoes) with pan-fried fish that is filled with exceptional flavours.
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Date, orange and croissant bread and butter pudding
There’s nothing better than eating straight out of the pan, especially when it's this deliciously sweet date, orange and croissant bread and butter pudding.
Berry and coconut cobbler
You don’t need to be camping to enjoy a scrumptious skillet dessert like this deliciously sweet berry and coconut cobbler. So grab the family as this cobbler is bound to bring a taste of adventure