Pasta In Brodo - Comforting Italian Pasta Soup
Learn how to make pasta in brodo, a comforting Italian pasta soup with homemade bone broth. This traditional Northern Italian recipe features small pasta cooked in rich broth, topped with parmesan and black pepper - it’s the perfect comfort food.
Marbled Chocolate Sesame Banana Bread
Transform overripe bananas into my delicious marbled chocolate and sesame banana bread with this easy recipe. The bread has a moist, fluffy texture with nutty tahini and rich chocolate swirls. A fool-proof recipe and perfect beginner bake, great for breakfast or dessert.
Kerala Pepper Chicken Fry
Learn how to make Kerala chicken fry with coconut, curry leaves, and aromatic black pepper. This spiced South Indian chicken curry recipe features a mix of spices, marinated chicken thighs, and is served with flaky Malabar paratha.
Steamed Fish with Chilli Ginger Crisp
Try this quick Chinese steamed fish recipe with sizzling chilli oil and ginger for a healthy and delicious weeknight dinner. Ready in 30 minutes using simple pantry ingredients for the sauce.
Savoury Spiced Granola
Baked, homemade granola, but not as you know it! My recipe for Savoury Spiced Granola has been a breakfast game changer. Made with oats, a selection of nuts and seeds, spices, olive oil and canned chickpeas, this healthy and delicious baked granola will have you coming back for more.
Upside Down Blood Orange Cake
A celebration of citrus season, this Upside Down Blood Orange cake makes for a striking dessert. Made with olive oil and almond meal for a moist yet fluffy cake, it’s perfect for springtime entertaining.
Baked Shawarma Chicken & Rice
A delicious one pot recipe for baked shawarma and rice. Spiced chicken is marinated overnight for maximum flavour, then cooked with rice that is baked in the oven. Paired with a vibrant slaw and yoghurt tahini dip, the Middle Eastern flavours in this dish are fresh, delicious and great for meal prep or family dinners.
Easy Dal With Tempered Spinach
An easy recipe for my favourite dal with tempered spinach. This lentil curry is my ultimate comfort food and I grew up eating it 3-4 times a week. Perfect for meal prepping and tasting better over time, this protein packed dish is vegetarian with vegan alternatives included.
Hot Honey Halloumi Sandwich
An easy recipe for halloumi sandwiches with creamy avocado, fresh green apple and Turkish bread. The halloumi is drizzled and pan fried in hot honey which adds a delicious flavour and caramelised crust. Ready in 15 minutes, this sandwich recipe is perfect for lunch or a quick dinner.
Vegan Green Goddess Dressing
Make the best vegan green goddess dressing with avocado, fresh herbs & olive oil. Perfect as salad dressing or dip. Ready in just 5 minutes!
Slow-Cooked Chicken & Date Tagine
Try my recipe for this slow-cooked, warming Chicken, Date & Olive tagine. Inspired by Moroccan flavors, this rich and aromatic dish gets better over a few days. Using smoked paprika, olives, lemon and dates for perfect sweet-savoury balance, it's ideal for mid-week dinners or entertaining guests..
Chorizo & Potato Tacos
A bright and zesty taco recipe with chorizo and potato filling, drizzled with my homemade coriander lime sauce. These delicious tacos are perfect for mid-week dinners, meal prep or entertaining, turning every day into Taco Tuesday at home.
20-Minute Dumpling Soup
My easy dumpling soup recipe comes together in under 30 minutes! The fragrant broth uses just pantry staples & frozen dumplings for an easy dinner or speedy lunch. It’s perfect for when you’re craving something quick, warm and comforting.
Miso Braised Short-Ribs
My delicious miso braised short rib recipe inspired by Japanese flavours. Slow cooked until it melts in your mouth, this is a great winter recipe and is perfect for meal prep, entertaining or family dinners.
One Bowl Spiced Apple Loaf Cake
Apples and warming spices come together for this easy one-bowl spiced apple loaf cake. Taking just 20 minutes to prep, the recipe uses Greek yoghurt, fresh apples and olive oil for a perfectly moist, crumbly texture.
Chinese Chicken & Corn Soup
Try my Chinese-style Chicken and Corn soup which comes together in less than an hour. Inspired by an Indo-Chinese soup I grew up eating, this protein-rich, comforting soup is perfect for meal prep and includes ingredient swaps to make it vegan, vegetarian or gluten-free.
Middle Eastern Glazed Salmon
Easy Middle Eastern roasted salmon recipe with pomegranate molasses, sumac, and smoked paprika. This glazed salmon marinade creates perfectly flaky fish with sweet and tangy flavours in just 30 minutes.
Vegan Coconut Rice Pudding
Try my creamy vegan coconut rice pudding inspired by traditional Indian kheer. This dairy-free dessert features cardamom, cinnamon, and coconut milk for a plant-based comfort food that you can eat for breakfast or dessert.
Heirloom Tomato, Peach & Goat Cheese Salad
A fresh and simple, summery heirloom tomato salad with peach, creamy goat cheese, pickled radishes, and sumac. Ready in 15 minutes - perfect fresh side dish for entertaining.
Homemade Bagels
I love a toasted bagel sandwich, so here’s my recipe for fresh homemade bagels which you can use for sandwiches or eating plain, schmeared with cream cheese.
BETTER WITH SPICE
Recipes
A selection of recipes, travel guides to some of my favourite restaurants along with tips and tricks to elevate your cooking.
Growing up in India and now calling Sydney home, my cooking style weaves together a treasured knowledge of spices with the joy of discovering and reimagining new dishes in my kitchen.
From quick curries layered with flavour, simple weeknight meals, sides and dips, to spice-filled baking, my recipes are quick, fresh and easy to recreate at home. Follow along and fall in love with cooking, and you’ll slowly realise that everything really is, better with spice.
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