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    • Veg PastaDefinitely not authentic, but I like to cook pasta with loads of vegetables that is nutritious and filling.
    • Easy SideThese vegetable side dishes outshine the mains and keep me digging in. Surprisingly, they are very easy to make!
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Quick and Easy Toaster Grilled Mackerel Recipe (Learned from Japanese)

This is almost the most easiest grilled mackerel recipe. It's tasty, moist inside and crispy on the skin. I've tried many times and it never fails me.
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Tags: SeafoodJune 26, 2023
Make minty mushy peas in less than 15mins.
Posted inEasy Side Recipes Salad & Dressing

15-min British Minty Mushy Peas

I tried mushy peas in a restaurant, but I love my version more. Cook frozen peas with mint leaves in melted butter, then mix with creme fraiche, that's it!
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Tags: Beans and PeasFebruary 21, 2023
My Winter-Time Potato Snacks in 2 Ways
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My Winter-Time Potato Snacks in 2 Ways

In winter, I crave carbs all the time and developed 2 ways to cook my favourite potato snacks - oven roast or pan-fry. Both are easy to make and satisfying!
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Tags: PotatoNovember 21, 2022
Roast Cauliflower with Vegan Chunky Satay Sauce
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Roast Cauliflower with Vegan Chunky Satay Sauce

Do you know what's the quick and delicious way to cook all the cauliflower? ROAST CAULIFLOWER! It can be a lighter main or a brilliant side dish.
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Tags: Cauliflower, VeganNovember 14, 2022
see how to make garlicky smashed brussels sprout
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Garlicky Smashed Brussels Sprouts, a Crowd Pleaser

What a crowd-pleasing side dish easily made with Brussels sprouts. It looks like it involves a lot of steps, but your effort will pay off, I promise!
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Tags: Brussels sprouts, VeganOctober 13, 2022
10-min Easy Garlicky Enoki Mushroom Recipe
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10-min Easy Garlicky Enoki Mushroom Recipe

Want something real quick and that goes well with rice? Try this garlicky enoki mushroom recipe. With a simple Chinese sauce, you can get this done in 10 minutes.
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Tags: Mushroom, One PotSeptember 7, 2022
Korean Street Food Bindaetteok Kimchi Pancake
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Korean Street Food Bindaetteok Kimchi Pancake

After trial and error, finally I could make a savoury kimchi pancake which has no egg, white flour and meat, yet it's super tasty!
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Tags: Bean sprouts, VeganAugust 11, 2022
15-min JPK Style Mixed Namul
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15-min JPK Style Mixed Namul

Crunchy, juicy and chilled! This namul is a perfect side dish in the summer time. You can prepare this namul in less than 15 mins.
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Tags: Bean sprouts, SeafoodAugust 8, 2022
Chickpea and Tuna Patties
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Chickpea and Tuna Patties

This easy tuna patties recipe replaces potato with chickpea, mix everything together and pan-sear until golden. Crunchy and filling. A perfect snack or a side dish.
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Tags: Legumes, SeafoodJuly 28, 2022
Garlic Chives with Eggs in Japanese Style Without Oil
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Garlic Chives with Eggs in Japanese Style Without Oil

Japanese cooks garlic chives with eggs in a brilliant way - without a single drop of oil! All you need to know is how to make the sauce.
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Tags: EggJune 3, 2022
Vegan Kung Pao Tofu
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Vegan Kung Pao Tofu

Forget about the peppercorn or dark soy sauce, they are not a must, you can still make a very good kung pao tofu in a vegan way!
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Tags: VeganMay 27, 2022
The Best Roasted Potatoes with Preserved Lemon
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The Best Roasted Potatoes with Preserved Lemon

This is the best roasted potatoes I've ever had. Pair with preserved lemon is simply a genius way to make me eat more potatoes.
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Tags: Potato, VeganMay 23, 2022
Carrot Fritters with Grilled Halloumi Cheese
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Carrot Fritters with Grilled Halloumi Cheese

Simply make carrot fritters by mixing grated carrot with halloumi and coriander powder. It's an easy-peasy main dish even for a weekday lunch.
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Tags: Carrot, Egg, One Pot, PancakeMay 17, 2022
Easy Sweet Potato Hash in 20 minutes
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Easy Sweet Potato Hash in 20 minutes

Want a different potato side dish? Try this one! With only a few easy steps and basic seasonings, you'll have a wonderful potato hash in 20 minutes.
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Tags: Potato, Sweet Potato, VeganMay 6, 2022
Japanese Gyoza with Wings 羽根つき餃子
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Japanese Gyoza with Wings 羽根つき餃子

This is a genius way to make the Japanese gyoza with wings. Pour over starchy water to the frozen gyoza, then let them steam-grill, and violà! there you go!
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May 5, 2022

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