No need to roll up sushi when making this hand moulded version with tuna. When buying tuna it should be the freshest fish you can buy and of sushi quality. Eat immediately and discard any leftovers. Serve with Japanese soya sauce, which is slightly sweeter than Chinese soya sauce.
Udon noodles are thick, slippery noodles made from wheat, oil and flour, often used in soup. In this recipe I recommend using instant dashi (soup stock made from seaweed and bonito flakes) for simplicity. The soft udon noodles and crunchy tempura prawns in this dish make for a delicious contrast of flavours and textures.
Very much in vogue, sushi need not be a daunting meal to make. Use ingredients like avocado, cucumber, smoked salmon and tuna if you do not like the idea of raw fish. If the idea of rolling sushi does not appeal, just lay out the ingredients on a platter and place fillings on top.
The best way to describe this dish is as a nicoise style salad. Simple to prepare, if you use a prepared satay sauce you can serve it either hot or cold. Satay sauce can at times, be a little concentrated so do water it down before serving.
Pineapples grow in abundance in the Far East and the fruit is used extensively in the local cuisine. It is made into chutneys, jams, desserts and tarts. These pineapple jam tarts are usually made at Christmas and Chinese New Year but can be enjoyed all year round. Combined with a light buttery pastry they are … Continued
Nasi Goreng literally means fried rice. Many families make up a nasi goreng with leftovers from a previous meal but we have used fresh chicken.The ingredients which differentiate nasi goreng from other fried rice dishes are sambal oelek and ketjap manis. In Indonesia it is sometimes served topped with a fried egg and even more … Continued
Kha is the Thai word for galangal which is an ingredient in this dish. I recommend using chicken thighs for this recipe as they have better flavour. This soup, which has the consistency of a broth, may be eaten as a starter but in Thailand it is served with rice and other dishes as a … Continued
Plum sauce and duck are a perfect marriage which is enhanced further with the addition of lychees in this dish, for that special occasion. Duck, when cooked in a Chinese household, is always served well done, but of course you may cook it to your preference.
Simple to make, this fragrant Thai soup is a combination of hot and sour flavours. Traditionally made with prawns it can be served as a starter or as part of the main meal. This recipe uses large fresh tiger prawns but if you decide to use frozen prawns do defrost them first and add to … Continued
Small part pan-fried, part steamed these little dumplings are sometimes known as gyoza. This is a family favourite and it is served with two dipping sauces – a chilli sauce and light soya sauce. You will need a flat skillet or frying pan with a tight fitting lid.