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Recipes

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Green Mango Curry

This easy green mango curry is one of my favourite summer recipes. It’s the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy - a simple Indian, vegetarian recipe with aromatic spices, ready in under 40 minutes.

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Chocolate Tahini Bliss Balls

These no bake chocolate tahini bliss balls is a healthy way to satisfy your chocolate cravings. Perfect for a quick dessert or snacking on the go, they take just 10 minutes to make, plus they’re vegan and refined sugar free.

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Roasted Carrot Chutney

Use up those softening carrots in your fridge and try my Roasted Carrot chutney. This Indian style chutney is flavoured with roasted peanuts and garlic, with that classic tempering which adds flavour and complexity to this condiment.

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Zucchini & Roasted Garlic Dip

This pressed zucchini dip with roasted garlic, tahini, and lemon is creamy, zingy, and packed with veggies. An easy dairy-free dip that's healthy and delicious.

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Spicy Mandarin Margarita

Make the perfect seasonal cocktail at home - my spicy mandarin margarita! Made with a blend of tequila, fresh lime, sugar and fresh chilli, it’s sweet, spicy, salty and sour. A tajin rim and drops of chilli oil add the finishing touch.

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Creamy Miso Tahini Beans with Garlicky Greens

An easy recipe for mid-week dinners or meal prep, my creamy miso tahini beans are a healthy and delicious way to add more greens and legumes to your diet. Topped with sautéed garlicky greens and a nutty almond crumb.

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Quick Rhubarb Compote

Turn fresh rhubarb into a beautiful, jammy compote with a few pantry staples. Perfect for swirling into yoghurt or dolloping on oatmeal, cream or custard.

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Vegan Green Goddess Dressing

Make this easy vegan green goddess dressing with avocado, fresh herbs & olive oil. Perfect as salad dressing or dip. Ready in just 5 minutes!

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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.

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Thick Vegan Hot Chocolate

A thick, vegan hot chocolate recipe that uses ground dates, nuts and flaxseeds for a smooth, velvety texture. It’s also packed with nutrients and is perfect for enjoying by itself or with a sweet treat.

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Muhammara - Roasted Red Pepper Dip

Move over hummus, Muhammara is the hottest dip in town! This vegan Middle Eastern dip made with roasted red bell peppers, smoked paprika and toasted walnuts uses pomegranate molasses for a sweet and tangy touch. It’s perfect with grilled meat, veggie bowls and fish.

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Sliced citrus fruit salad with orange and lemon, garnished with chili flakes on a white plate.
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Behind the 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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