Spicy tikka courgette burgers
These spicy tikka burgers make a delicious change from the usual beef patties! Totally vegetarian and dairy free, it's a perfect recipe for a relaxed family dinner.
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Warm nectarine salad with blue cheese, prosciutto and chilli pecans
This stunning salad is all about beautiful ingredients and lots of texture – and it can be whipped up in a flash! Serve as a colourful side, or generously as a main dish.
Olive, sundried tomato and herb tapenade
This tapenade makes a delicious topping for crostini with a sprinkle of goat’s feta or a slice of fresh mozzarella and a leaf of fresh basil. Bon appétit!
Golden parmesan moki with summer salad
This golden crumb is ideal for a fish that might have dark flesh running through it - it’s a great disguise with lots of flavour! Ready in just 20 minutes, this is a seafood dish that should definitely be in your repertoire.
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Vegetarian roasted eggplant curry with coconut milk
Vegetarian meals don't get much better than this roasted eggplant curry recipe! Serve this fragrant dish with rice and naan bread for a family meal that's made from scratch - and ready in under an hour
Blue cod with green curry cream and coconut rice
Coconut rice matches perfectly with this delicious green curry, which is filled with fresh seafood and authentic flavours. Quick and easy, it's an ideal dinner for those cooler nights!
Chipotle bean tacos with pickled green beans and cucumber
Treat yourself to a quick and delicious Mexican dinner with these scrumptious chipotle bean soft-shell tacos. Pulled together in under 40 minutes, vegetarian meals have never been tastier!
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The Shack’s chickpea and corn fritters with salsa and chipotle crema
These corn fritters have been on our menu since day one - they're a bit of a Shack classic. I love the flavour you get from the chickpea flour in this recipe, and it's gluten free too!
Charred corn salad with creamy chipotle dressing
There's nothing that says summer quite like a well-grilled corn on the cob, and this recipe will certainly bring the sun to your backyard. Pop them on the BBQ, then mix with fresh salad ingredients.
Nadia Lim’s herby apple slaw
This salad is a perfect match for any barbecue dinner - fresh, flavoursome and so simple to whip up. Just what everyone needs on a long summer's evening!
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Super seed bowl with apple and yoghurt
Hit the ground running in the morning with our super seed breakfast bowls. The combination of seeds, dried berries, fruit and yoghurt means it's not only delicious, it's the nutritious kick you need.
Breakfast salad with poached egg and kale pesto
Get your 5+ a day in your first meal with this delightfully colourful breakfast salad! Served with poached eggs and our tasty kale pesto, this truly is a breakfast of champions.
Video: Meatless Mexican stuffed peppers
This quick and easy meat-free filling is a great option for those who are flatting, as it can be served over rice or piled into a jacket potato, as well as making a great stuffing for veges.
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Pork and peach barbecue skewers
Add a splash of colour to your grill this barbecue season with these flavoursome pork and peach skewers. Tender, tasty and so simple to make, you'll love bringing this to your next potluck.
Courgette, pea and feta fritters
These tasty little morsels are a perfect idea for a vegetarian brunch or dinner. The combination of courgette, peas and feta is wholesome and delicious, and they're so quick and easy to make!
Nici Wickes’ sauerkraut fritters
The goodness of these tasty fritters combined with a feast of seasonal toppings means these can easily pass as a dinner. Plus, who can argue with something that is so good for you?
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Curried mussel fritters
This is such a scrumptious way to cook mussel fritters. A hint of curry, a few smoked mussels, plus the fresh ones, takes these to the next level. Enjoy for a weekend breakfast or quick dinner!
Mexican sweetcorn and tomato hushpuppies
'Hushpuppy’ is an American term used to describe a doughy fritter. Nici's version has a crisp, pillowy texture, and are loaded with corn, cumin and tomatoes to give them a Mexican theme.
The Backyard Cook’s smash burgers
The beauty of these burgers is that they are super-fast, super-tasty and super-simple. The name ‘Smash Burger’ comes from the technique of smashing the ball of mince into a screaming hot cast iron pan or onto a hot plate, allowing the patties to crisp up beautifully.
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The Backyard Cook’s saké, miso and butter basted steak
The flavour cocktail of saké, miso and butter mixed together then brushed over a beautiful cut of beef is nothing short of incredible. It’s worth hunting out these special ingredients because they will take any cut of steak from zero to hero.
The Backyard Cook’s lamb lollipops with carrot and apple slaw
This is one of those meals you can whip up quickly, but won’t have you compromising on flavour. The lamb lollipops are bite-sized and covered in a delicious rub, while the tasty slaw is a cinch to bring together – light, crisp and a great way to enjoy your veges.
Video: The Backyard Cook’s best barbecue tips and charred broccolini
Temperatures are rising and summer is officially in full swing, so it’s time to fire up the barbecue and enjoy dining al fresco.
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Chilli lime snapper with corn salsa salad
This chilli lime snapper dish is fresh, healthy and incredibly flavoursome. Serve with our zingy corn salsa salad for a light summer dinner that is sure to impress!
Courgette pasta with avocado and pesto
Mix up your go-to pasta dish thanks to our tasty courgette pasta recipe. This pasta alternative is not only gluten free and super healthy, the homemade avocado pesto makes it simply irresistible!
Bean and beef burgers with avocado smash
These bean and beef burgers are like a breath of fresh air! The lettuce cups make a lighter alternative to burger buns, and the avocado smash is a deliciously fresh topping.
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Lamb, haloumi and kale salad with chimichurri dressing
If you haven't tried the incredible combo of grilled lamb and haloumi, now is your chance! Packed with veges and ready in just 40 minutes, what's not to love about this salad?
Watermelon and homemade labneh
This salad combines the gorgeous flavours of watermelon and raspberry, along with some easy-to-make labneh and fresh herbs. Make the labneh the night before then the salad just before serving.
Salmon citrus salad
Packed full of all the good things, this salad is a star. Smoked salmon really benefits from the hit of sweet and citrusy orange, moreish edamame beans plus a dressing full of sesame and saltiness.
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Warm kumara and bacon with mustard dressing
A filling salad, the sweetness of the kumara is tempered by the salty bacon and lovely crunch of pomegranate seeds and snow peas.
Smoothie recipes for busy mornings
Grab those superfoods and blend ’em up – it’s time to give your breakfast a big health boost.
18 perfect potluck recipes for when you’re not sure what to bring
Arrive at your next potluck in style with our guide to bringing the perfect sharing dish. From drinks to showstoppers and everything in between, these recipes will turn you into a potluck pro.
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Make your summer salads fresher than ever
Quick to make and delightful to eat, keep your summer light and breezy by making salads a key feasting feature!
Broccoli parmesan pizza with baby bocconcini
Make dinner exciting tonight, with these deliciously healthy broccoli parmesan pizza bases. Topped with any ingredients you like or have on hand, these are a nutritious treat!
Frozen chocolate grapes
Frozen grapes are a favourite little sweet treat – they’re a bit like candy! Dip or drizzle a bunch in dark chocolate for an extra indulgence.
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Lamb burgers with beetroot sauce
Save money on dinner tonight with these quick and easy lamb burgers. Filled with juicy lamb steaks and our incredible homemade beetroot sauce recipe - it's a meal the whole family will love!
Devilled sausages
This devilled sausages recipe is perfect for a fuss-free family dinner. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a delicious and wholesome idea for a busy weeknight.
Hawaiian brown rice poke bowl
These poke bowls are so fresh and flavoursome, and can be prepared in less than 40 minutes! Whip them up for a delightful lunch or mid-week dinner - it's a go-to recipe!
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Plum breakfast pastries
You'll love whipping up these plum pastries for breakfast – they’re fast to prep and cook, and so much cheaper than ducking out to buy Danish pastries from a bakery.
Chocolate nutty smoothie bowl
With plenty of wholefood goodness and just a little indulgence, you’ll be bowled over by this chocolatey treat.
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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.
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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!
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.
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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!
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.
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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?
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.
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.
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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!
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.
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.
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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.
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!
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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!
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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!
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.
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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.
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!
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
