BETTER WITH SPICE
Recipes
Welcome to Better With Spice, 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.
Find out more about me and how Better With Spice came to be below.
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.
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.
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.
Easy Chicken Stock
Transform kitchen scraps into a flavourful homemade chicken stock. With turmeric and black pepper, this easy recipe is immunity boosting, reduces kitchen waste and is perfect for soups and sauces.
One Pan Roasted Za’atar Chicken
A Middle Eastern za’atar roast chicken recipe that requires minimal ingredients and prep. It’s the perfect dinner party, weeknight or meal-prep dish, coming together in one pan with roasted potatoes and beans.
Thai-Style Lemongrass Braised Pork
Try my recipe for tender, Thai-style braised pork with coconut milk, lemongrass and aromatic ginger, turmeric, garlic and chilli. This pork curry develops in flavour and tastes better after a few days. I’ve included a pressure cooker and stove-top method.
Chorizo & Roasted Pepper Sandwich
I’m pretty much always up for a good sandwich. This easy recipe with toasted sourdough, roasted red bell peppers, Chorizo, Chimichurri and fried eggs hits the spot every time.
Mujadara -Easy One-Pot Middle Eastern Lentils and Rice
This Middle Eastern lentil and rice recipe is comforting, warming and easy to whip up at home. It’s also vegan and comes together in just one pot using pantry staples.
Nani’s Mangalorean Green Chicken Curry
An easy Mangalorean style Green Chicken Curry with lots of fresh herbs, coconut and potatoes. Best enjoyed with neer dosa or rice.
Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs with Couscous & Tzatziki
A Greek-inspired recipe with home-made, herby chicken meatballs, a zingy couscous salad, fresh herbs and creamy tzatziki dip. This recipe is high in protein and great for meal prep lunch ideas.
Loaded Sweet Potatoes with Crisp Fennel Slaw
This loaded sweet potato dish is the perfect mid-week meal. Full of protein plus your daily dose of greens, it’s also vegan and can be prepped ahead of time.
20 Minute Thai Curry Noodle Soup
A simple and quick recipe for a coconut based Thai Curry Noodle Soup that comes together in under 30 minutes. You can add a variety of vegetables and proteins to this versatile recipe.
Butterflied Spiced Roast Chicken
An affordable, versatile and delicious butterflied roast chicken, marinated overnight in a delicious blend of spices. Perfect for hosting or meal prepping.
