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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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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.

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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.

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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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