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322 modern and fusion recipes for a home kitchen, from 5 minutes. Have some of the ingredients already? Match them to what you have.

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Crispy-skin salmon with lemon-caper brown butter, photographed from above 15 min

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Crispy-skin salmon with lemon-caper brown butter

Salmon cooked skin side down in a hot pan and pressed flat for glass-crisp skin, finished with a quick brown butter, capers and lemon. Dinner in 10 minutes.

15-minute shrimp with crispy leftover rice, photographed from above 15 min

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15-minute shrimp with crispy leftover rice

Leftover rice pressed into a hot pan until crunchy, topped with garlicky, chili-butter shrimp and herbs.

Grilled scallops on the half shell with garlic butter, photographed from above 20 min

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Grilled scallops on the half shell with garlic butter

Small scallops cooked right in their shells over hot coals with garlic butter and herbs until just set: a few minutes from fire to table.

Curried cauliflower rice, photographed from above 20 min

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Curried cauliflower rice

Riced cauliflower stir-fried with curry powder, ginger, peas and toasted cashews. A quick, grain-free side or meal.

Ginger sesame veggie noodles, photographed from above 20 min

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Ginger sesame veggie noodles

Wheat noodles with broccoli and carrot in a quick sauce of ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil.

Garlic shrimp rice bowls, photographed from above 20 min

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Garlic shrimp rice bowls

Garlicky pan-cooked shrimp on rice with sliced cucumber and a squeeze of lime.

Peanut lime rice noodles, photographed from above 20 min

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Peanut lime rice noodles

Rice noodles in a loose peanut and lime sauce, topped with shredded carrot and cucumber for crunch.

Garlic squid ribbons, photographed from above 20 min

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Garlic squid ribbons

Thin ribbons of squid quickly sautéed with garlic and a little heat, then tossed with lemon juice and fresh parsley.

Seared scallops with prickly pear and jalapeño, photographed from above 20 min

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Seared scallops with prickly pear and jalapeño

Seared scallops with a bright, fruity salsa of prickly pear, jalapeño and lime. Ready in 20 minutes.

Walnut miso Chinese broccoli, photographed from above 20 min

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Walnut miso Chinese broccoli

Blanched Chinese broccoli under a nutty dressing of toasted walnuts, white miso, rice vinegar and toasted sesame oil, with crushed walnuts on top.

Chicken and cabbage skillet, photographed from above 25 min

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Chicken and cabbage skillet

Seared cabbage and ground chicken with soy and rice vinegar. Cheap, fast, one pan.

Soy chicken and mushroom skillet, photographed from above 25 min

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Soy chicken and mushroom skillet

Browned oyster mushrooms and chicken thighs with garlic, soy and a splash of rice vinegar.

Roast salmon with ginger sesame dressing, photographed from above 25 min

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Roast salmon with ginger sesame dressing

Plain roast salmon flaked and dressed with a sharp ginger, soy and sesame sauce.

Crunchy oven-baked asparagus with lime, photographed from above 25 min

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Crunchy oven-baked asparagus with lime

Asparagus coated in crushed rice cereal and baked until crisp. Finished with lime and togarashi.

Salt-grilled whole trout with lemon, photographed from above 25 min

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Salt-grilled whole trout with lemon

A whole trout brushed with oil, salted and grilled until the skin crisps, served with lemon wedges. Nothing more is needed.

Spicy peanut butter noodles with sausage, photographed from above 25 min

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Spicy peanut butter noodles with sausage

Chewy noodles in a creamy, spicy peanut butter, soy and chili crisp sauce, tossed with crumbled browned sausage and cucumbers.

Radicchio egg noodles, photographed from above 25 min

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Radicchio egg noodles

Wide egg noodles with radicchio wilted in butter and garlic, brightened with lemon and balanced by a little honey, finished with lots of Parmesan and black pepper.

Brown butter chili oil noodles, photographed from above 25 min

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Brown butter chili oil noodles

Chewy noodles coated in a glossy sauce of brown butter infused with Sichuan pepper, chili flakes and aromatics, plus soy and black vinegar.

Lemon herb chicken bowls, photographed from above 25 min

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Lemon herb chicken bowls

Seared lemon-and-oregano chicken over rice with cucumber and cherry tomatoes. It is light, quick, and works well as a packed lunch.

Soy-garlic glazed tofu, photographed from above 25 min

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Soy-garlic glazed tofu

Cornstarch-coated tofu cubes pan-fried until crisp, then coated in a sticky soy, maple and garlic glaze.

Miso onion burgers, photographed from above 25 min

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Miso onion burgers

Beef patties seared and served on toasted buns with a miso mayonnaise and soft cooked onions.

Asparagus and miso fried rice, photographed from above 25 min

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Asparagus and miso fried rice

A quick skillet fried rice with asparagus and white miso, seasoned with soy sauce and finished with sesame seeds and scallions.

Jalapeño citrus yellowtail plates, photographed from above 25 min

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Jalapeño citrus yellowtail plates

Pan-cooked yellowtail sliced and dressed with a bright lime and soy mixture, fresh jalapeño and cilantro. Quick, sharp and clean tasting.

Steamed mussels with dill and oyster cream, photographed from above 25 min

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Steamed mussels with dill and oyster cream

Steamed mussels served in a creamy sauce built from their own cooking liquid, with tender oysters and fresh dill. A rich seafood supper in 25 minutes.

Squid and scallion chicken broth, photographed from above 25 min

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Squid and scallion chicken broth

A light chicken stock infused with ginger and soy, with tender squid rings and sliced scallions added at the end.

Seared halibut with strawberry cucumber relish, photographed from above 25 min

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Seared halibut with strawberry cucumber relish

Pan-seared halibut served hot beside a cold, sweet-sharp relish of strawberry and cucumber. Ready in about 25 minutes for two.

Crispy grouper with lime butter sauce, photographed from above 25 min

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Crispy grouper with lime butter sauce

Skin-on grouper seared until the skin crackles, with a tangy lime and shallot butter sauce spooned alongside.

Chile lime chicken skillet, photographed from above 25 min

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Chile lime chicken skillet

Chicken strips seared with garlic and fresh chile, then tossed with lime juice and cilantro for a sharp, fresh finish.

Lemon almond fish with olives, photographed from above 25 min

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Lemon almond fish with olives

Pan-seared branzino fillets with crisp skin, spooned with brown butter, toasted almonds, green olives and lemon, finished with parsley.

Seared scallops with chile-lime corn, photographed from above 25 min

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Seared scallops with chile-lime corn

Golden-seared scallops over charred corn tossed with jalapeño and lime juice, spooned with pan butter.

Skillet squid with buttery winter greens, photographed from above 25 min

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Skillet squid with buttery winter greens

Squid seared for a minute or two over soft leek and Swiss chard, finished with butter and lemon. It cooks in about 25 minutes.

Grains of paradise cod, photographed from above 25 min

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Grains of paradise cod

Cod fillets pressed with crushed grains of paradise and lemon zest, seared, then finished in the oven with lemon juice and parsley.

Crab and butter noodles, photographed from above 25 min

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Crab and butter noodles

Chewy noodles in a rich crab, butter, garlic and chili sauce.

Lamb pita tacos, photographed from above 25 min

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Lamb pita tacos

Spiced ground lamb in warm pita 'tacos' with tomato salad, tahini and chili.

Roasted Brussels sprouts with sesame dressing, photographed from above 30 min

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Roasted Brussels sprouts with sesame dressing

Sprouts roasted cut-side down until caramelised, then coated in a lemony tahini-soy dressing.

Roasted cauliflower with jalapeño and lime, photographed from above 30 min

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Roasted cauliflower with jalapeño and lime

Browned cauliflower tossed in lime and soy, with fresh jalapeño and cilantro scattered over.

Salmon with roasted tomatoes and fennel seed, photographed from above 30 min

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Salmon with roasted tomatoes and fennel seed

Cherry tomatoes roasted with crushed fennel seed until jammy, with salmon added to the same tray.

Charred cabbage wedges with lime and pumpkin seeds, photographed from above 30 min

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Charred cabbage wedges with lime and pumpkin seeds

Half a cabbage turned into something you'd order: seared hard, steamed tender, finished with lime and paprika.

Seared steak with miso mushroom butter, photographed from above 30 min

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Seared steak with miso mushroom butter

Sirloin with mushrooms cooked in the same pan, finished with a savoury miso butter.

Crunchy shrimp and nori tacos, photographed from above 30 min

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Crunchy shrimp and nori tacos

Corn tortillas baked into crisp shells and filled with chopped soy-touched shrimp, cucumber and torn nori. Fresh lime brings it together.

Seared carrots with orange and cumin, photographed from above 30 min

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Seared carrots with orange and cumin

Carrot batons browned, steamed tender, then rolled through a sticky orange and cumin glaze.

Tsukemen-style carbonara, photographed from above 30 min

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Tsukemen-style carbonara

Chewy ramen noodles slicked with chicken fat and buried in Parmesan, with a rich carbonara dipping sauce you stir together with a raw yolk at the table.

Schmaltz fried rice with blistered cabbage, photographed from above 30 min

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Schmaltz fried rice with blistered cabbage

Day-old rice fried in rendered chicken fat with crispy chicken-skin cracklings, garlic, scallions and charred cabbage.

Baked cod with creamy mustard leeks, photographed from above 30 min

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Baked cod with creamy mustard leeks

Cod fillets baked on a bed of soft leeks in a creamy Dijon sauce. Everything cooks in one skillet.

Ginger soy skillet pork chop, photographed from above 30 min

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Ginger soy skillet pork chop

Pan-seared boneless pork chops finished with a quick sauce of ginger, soy sauce and water made in the same skillet.

Rock shrimp with spicy lime cream, photographed from above 30 min

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Rock shrimp with spicy lime cream

Rock shrimp in a light, crisp sparkling-water batter, tossed in a creamy sauce of mayonnaise, hot sauce and lime. Fried in small batches so they stay crunchy.

Sizzling yellowtail and vegetable rice, photographed from above 30 min

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Sizzling yellowtail and vegetable rice

Seared yellowtail flaked over crispy-bottomed rice with carrot and spinach, finished with soy sauce and toasted sesame oil.

Steamed halibut with browned mushrooms and ginger broth, photographed from above 30 min

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Steamed halibut with browned mushrooms and ginger broth

Halibut steamed over simmering water and served in a gingery mushroom broth with browned king oyster mushrooms and scallion.

Roasted hake with dill buttermilk, photographed from above 30 min

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Roasted hake with dill buttermilk

Roasted hake fillets with a cool, tangy dill buttermilk sauce and crisp radish slices. Quick, light and easy to put together.

Poppy-crusted trout with cultured milk sauce, photographed from above 30 min

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Poppy-crusted trout with cultured milk sauce

Pan-cooked trout fillets with a crunchy poppy seed coating, served with a cool buttermilk sauce brightened with dill and lemon zest.

Roasted cod with crisp seaweed crumbs, photographed from above 30 min

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Roasted cod with crisp seaweed crumbs

Cod under a crunchy topping of panko, toasted nori and lemon zest. The crumbs add salty, savory crispness to mild fish.

Spaghetti with abalone and lemon butter, photographed from above 30 min

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Spaghetti with abalone and lemon butter

Spaghetti tossed with thin slices of cooked abalone in garlic butter, lemon zest and parsley. Quick to make, with a delicate seafood flavor.

Gochujang fish with rhubarb and greens, photographed from above 30 min

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Gochujang fish with rhubarb and greens

Roasted cod served with a sweet-sour rhubarb and gochujang sauce and wilted mustard greens. Spicy, tart and savory together.

Pan-roasted John Dory with green beans and tomato, photographed from above 30 min

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Pan-roasted John Dory with green beans and tomato

Seared John Dory served with warm green beans and cherry tomatoes dressed in red wine vinegar. Light and simple.

Crispy basil shrimp parcels, photographed from above 30 min

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Crispy basil shrimp parcels

Shrimp and basil wrapped in spring roll wrappers and baked until crisp, no deep frying needed. Served with lemon wedges.

Baked crab and sweet onion gratins, photographed from above 30 min

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Baked crab and sweet onion gratins

Individual gratins of sweet softened onion and crab in a light cream sauce, topped with golden panko.

Seared scallops with lemon butter turnips, photographed from above 30 min

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Seared scallops with lemon butter turnips

Browned sea scallops beside tender turnip wedges tossed in lemon butter. A quick one-skillet dinner.

Pumpkin soup with crab and chile oil, photographed from above 30 min

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Pumpkin soup with crab and chile oil

A smooth pumpkin soup scented with ginger, with sweet lump crab warmed through at the end and a drizzle of chile oil on top. It is on the table in half an hour.

Skillet charred cabbage with lime and chile crisp, photographed from above 30 min

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Skillet charred cabbage with lime and chile crisp

Cabbage wedges seared until dark in patches, steamed until tender, then finished with lime juice and a spoonful of chile crisp.

Crisp corn ribs with miso and lime, photographed from above 30 min

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Crisp corn ribs with miso and lime

Corn cobs split into curled, browned ribs, roasted until the kernels caramelize and brushed with a salty-sour white miso and lime glaze.

Salmon and leek foil packets, photographed from above 30 min

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Salmon and leek foil packets

Salmon fillets steamed in foil packets on a bed of leeks and sugar snap peas, with Dijon, butter and lemon. Easy to assemble, with little to wash up.

Lamb burger with feta and herb yogurt, photographed from above 30 min

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Lamb burger with feta and herb yogurt

Juicy spiced lamb burgers topped with feta, herby yogurt and pickled onions.

Bacon, egg and kimchi ramen, photographed from above 30 min

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Bacon, egg and kimchi ramen

30-minute ramen with crisp bacon, kimchi, a jammy egg and spicy broth.

Turmeric salmon with coconut, photographed from above 30 min

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Turmeric salmon with coconut

Turmeric-spiced salmon simmered in a gingery coconut broth with greens.

Miso tahini tofu bowls, photographed from above 35 min

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Miso tahini tofu bowls

Roasted tofu and broccolini over brown rice with a savoury miso-tahini drizzle.

Rosemary mash with crispy chorizo and eggs, photographed from above 35 min

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Rosemary mash with crispy chorizo and eggs

Comfort in a bowl: buttery mash infused with rosemary, crisp chorizo and fried eggs.

Sirloin with warm tomato and white bean relish, photographed from above 35 min

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Sirloin with warm tomato and white bean relish

A chunky, curry-spiced relish of peppers, carrot, tomato and beans sits under sliced seared steak. Dinner in a single pan plus a second for the steak.

Crispy pork with kimchi slaw, photographed from above 35 min

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Crispy pork with kimchi slaw

Thin pork cutlets breaded in panko and fried until crisp, served with a crunchy cabbage and kimchi slaw and a gochujang mayo.

Skillet duck with plum and soy, photographed from above 35 min

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Skillet duck with plum and soy

Pan-seared duck breast with crackling skin, sliced and spooned with a quick sweet-tart sauce of plums, ginger, soy sauce and honey.

Sea bass with avocado and kombu broth, photographed from above 35 min

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Sea bass with avocado and kombu broth

Seared sea bass with creamy lime-spiked avocado and a light kombu broth seasoned with soy. A clean, delicate dinner that comes together in about half an hour.

Seared langoustines with citrus and parsnip, photographed from above 35 min

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Seared langoustines with citrus and parsnip

Seared langoustine tails with a smooth parsnip mash and a quick orange butter sauce. Sweet, buttery and citrusy.

Tea broth with browned porcini and tofu, photographed from above 35 min

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Tea broth with browned porcini and tofu

A savory vegan soup of browned cremini mushrooms, tofu and dried porcini, finished with smoky Lapsang souchong tea.

Creamy squid rice with nori and parsley, photographed from above 35 min

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Creamy squid rice with nori and parsley

A creamy, risotto-style rice stirred with seafood stock and nori, topped with quick-seared squid and parsley.

Butter-poached lobster with cauliflower and nori oil, photographed from above 35 min

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Butter-poached lobster with cauliflower and nori oil

Lobster tail cooked gently in an emulsified butter bath, served on a warm cauliflower purée with a briny nori and olive oil drizzle.

Seared yellowtail with celeriac and tarragon, photographed from above 35 min

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Seared yellowtail with celeriac and tarragon

Seared yellowtail on buttery mashed celeriac, finished with a lemon and tarragon butter.

Carrot-butter poached halibut, photographed from above 35 min

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Carrot-butter poached halibut

Halibut gently poached in carrot juice over fennel softened with anchovy, finished with butter and lemon. Sweet, savory and mild, in 35 minutes.

Saag feta, photographed from above 35 min

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Saag feta

Spiced creamy greens with seared cubes of feta standing in for paneer.

Four-onion flatbread with goat cheese, photographed from above 40 min

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Four-onion flatbread with goat cheese

Yellow onion, red onion, leek and spring onion, cooked down until golden and sweet, on a crisp base with creamy goat cheese and thyme.

Lamb and chicken skewers with herb butter, photographed from above 40 min

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Lamb and chicken skewers with herb butter

Cubes of lamb and chicken grilled on their own skewers, each finished with a melting knob of lemony parsley butter.

Roasted broccoli and white bean tray bake, photographed from above 40 min

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Roasted broccoli and white bean tray bake

Charred broccoli florets and creamy white beans with garlic and a squeeze of lemon.

Rosemary baby potato tray bake, photographed from above 40 min

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Rosemary baby potato tray bake

Small potatoes roasted until crisp outside and fluffy inside, with rosemary and a lemony lift.

Roasted beets with orange zest and pistachios, photographed from above 40 min

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Roasted beets with orange zest and pistachios

Earthy beet chunks roasted until tender, finished with bright orange zest and crunchy pistachios.

Blackened flounder a la veracruzana, photographed from above 40 min

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Blackened flounder a la veracruzana

Cajun-spiced flounder seared until blackened, then finished in the oven on a briny tomato sauce with olives, capers and pickled chiles.

Brown butter scallops with savory tapioca, photographed from above 40 min

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Brown butter scallops with savory tapioca

Seared sea scallops on a bed of savory tapioca pearls in vegetable stock, spooned with nutty browned butter and scallions.

Carrot and cumin tray bake, photographed from above 40 min

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Carrot and cumin tray bake

Carrots roasted until browned and tender, then tossed with cumin, lemon juice and chopped almonds while still warm.

Cumin lime chicken skewers, photographed from above 40 min

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Cumin lime chicken skewers

Bite-size chicken thigh pieces coated in cumin, threaded on skewers and cooked on a hot grill pan with a squeeze of lime.

Roasted Arctic char with carrots and lime cream, photographed from above 40 min

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Roasted Arctic char with carrots and lime cream

Roasted Arctic char served alongside tender-crisp yellow carrots dressed with cider vinegar, with a cool lime and cayenne sour cream.

Roasted squash with squash blossoms and toasted seeds, photographed from above 40 min

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Roasted squash with squash blossoms and toasted seeds

Butternut squash wedges roasted until tender, with delicate squash blossoms added at the end, finished with toasted pumpkin seeds and lemon.

Roasted endive with rye cream and mustard, photographed from above 40 min

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Roasted endive with rye cream and mustard

Browned roasted endive on a smooth rye bread sauce, finished with dots of whole-grain mustard. Bitter, malty and creamy in one plate.

Crisp sunchokes with mustard and apple, photographed from above 40 min

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Crisp sunchokes with mustard and apple

Roasted sunchoke rounds with browned, crisp edges, tossed with a mustard and cider vinaigrette and fresh apple matchsticks.

Bulgogi cheesesteak, photographed from above 40 min

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Bulgogi cheesesteak

Philly-style hoagie loaded with sweet soy-marinated ribeye, onions, provolone and gochujang mayo.

Spicy lamb meatballs with raisin pesto, photographed from above 40 min

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Spicy lamb meatballs with raisin pesto

Harissa lamb meatballs over yogurt with a sweet-tart raisin, herb and pine nut pesto.

Vegan vegetable coconut curry, photographed from above 40 min

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Vegan vegetable coconut curry

Sweet potato, cauliflower and chickpeas simmered in a fragrant coconut curry.

Farro and parsnip pot with toasted almonds, photographed from above 45 min

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Farro and parsnip pot with toasted almonds

Farro simmers with sweet parsnip and shallot in stock until tender, then gets a squeeze of lemon and a crunchy almond topping. One pot, warming and filling.

Hearth-roasted market vegetables with fresh herbs, photographed from above 45 min

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Hearth-roasted market vegetables with fresh herbs

Whatever is best at the market, from cucumbers and squash to roots and greens, roasted hard over high heat until charred and tender, then dressed with lemon, good oil and handfuls of just-picked herbs.

Tempura soft-shell crab with green garlic chile crunch, photographed from above 45 min

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Tempura soft-shell crab with green garlic chile crunch

Light, crisp tempura soft-shell crabs over a bright salad, draped with a homemade chile crunch of fried green garlic, chile flakes, Aleppo pepper and sesame oil.

Gingery curry chicken noodle soup, photographed from above 45 min

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Gingery curry chicken noodle soup

A cozy chicken noodle soup inspired by masala instant noodles, with lots of ginger, garlic, curry powder and tomato, chicken thighs and springy noodles.

Vegan tadka mac and cheese, photographed from above 45 min

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Vegan tadka mac and cheese

Creamy vegan mac made with a cashew-potato 'cheese' sauce, finished with a tadka of curry leaves, cumin and chilies and a crunchy spiced panko topping.

Dill lemon potato wedges, photographed from above 45 min

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Dill lemon potato wedges

Oven-roasted potato wedges, crisp outside and tender inside, tossed with fresh dill and lemon zest.

Roasted potatoes with smoked trout and vinegar crunch, photographed from above 45 min

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Roasted potatoes with smoked trout and vinegar crunch

Crisp roasted baby potatoes with flaked smoked trout, a dill and vinegar yogurt, and a crunchy toasted panko topping.

Honey and lavender duck with shiitakes, photographed from above 45 min

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Honey and lavender duck with shiitakes

Pan-seared duck breast with crisp skin, brushed with a honey, lavender and rice vinegar glaze and served with browned shiitakes and shiso.

Orange dukkah duck with freekeh, photographed from above 45 min

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Orange dukkah duck with freekeh

Crisp-skinned duck breast sliced over freekeh studded with apricot and orange zest, finished with a nutty dukkah sprinkle.

Comforting fish stew, photographed from above 45 min

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Comforting fish stew

Tomato-saffron fish stew with potatoes and fennel, served with garlic toast.

Wasabi crab mac and cheese, photographed from above 45 min

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Wasabi crab mac and cheese

Creamy baked mac and cheese with lump crab and a hint of wasabi under panko.

Herb-crusted cauliflower steaks, photographed from above 45 min

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Herb-crusted cauliflower steaks

Thick roasted cauliflower slabs with a crisp herb-Parmesan crust over garlicky white beans and tomatoes.

Crispy smashed potatoes and corn with chile herb sauce, photographed from above 50 min

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Crispy smashed potatoes and corn with chile herb sauce

Boiled, smashed and roasted potatoes with charred corn and a bright jalapeño-cilantro sauce.

Rib-eye with massaman peppercorn sauce, photographed from above 50 min

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Rib-eye with massaman peppercorn sauce

A Thai-leaning steak frites: a big seared rib-eye under a rich massaman curry and green peppercorn sauce, with fries or sticky rice.

Kataifi-crusted scallops with morel cream sauce, photographed from above 50 min

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Kataifi-crusted scallops with morel cream sauce

Sea scallops dipped in egg white and shredded phyllo, basted golden in garlic-thyme butter and served on buttered cabbage with a vermouth morel cream.

Charred cabbage with silky pumpkin cream, photographed from above 50 min

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Charred cabbage with silky pumpkin cream

Dense cabbage wedges roasted hard with olive oil until crisp-edged and sweet, set on a smooth pumpkin purée enriched with reduced cream and a touch of vinegar.

Crispy crushed potatoes with chili salt and sriracha aioli, photographed from above 50 min

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Crispy crushed potatoes with chili salt and sriracha aioli

Steamed potatoes torn into rough chunks and squeezed for maximum surface area, fried until shatteringly crunchy, dusted with chili salt and served with sriracha aioli.

Restaurant-style vegetables: olive-oil-poached artichokes, garlicky spinach and blanched greens, photographed from above 50 min

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Restaurant-style vegetables: olive-oil-poached artichokes, garlicky spinach and blanched greens

Three restaurant techniques for better vegetables: artichokes poached slowly in olive oil, spinach sautéed hot with garlic, and green vegetables blanched in very salty water and shocked.

Butter lobster and roasted beets with kombu, photographed from above 55 min

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Butter lobster and roasted beets with kombu

Tender lobster gently poached in kombu broth enriched with butter, served with roasted beets. A refined dish with simple steps.

Basted roast half chicken with salsa verde, photographed from above 60 min

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Basted roast half chicken with salsa verde

Boned half chickens salted high, roasted hot and basted in their own fat until deeply browned, with a pounded caper-anchovy herb sauce.

Black-vinegar glazed quail with hollandaise and white asparagus, photographed from above 60 min

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Black-vinegar glazed quail with hollandaise and white asparagus

Brined, glazed and lightly smoked quail with a lacquered skin that caramelizes under hot oil, served with a rice-vinegar hollandaise and butter-glazed white asparagus.

Rolled braised lamb shoulder and belly, photographed from above 60 min

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Rolled braised lamb shoulder and belly

Butterflied lamb shoulder and belly seasoned with fennel, celery and chili, braised in stock, then rolled, chilled, sliced and seared hard over the fire.

Smoke-grilled pork shoulder steaks, photographed from above 60 min

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Smoke-grilled pork shoulder steaks

Pork shoulder taken apart muscle by muscle and trimmed of connective tissue, so each piece can be seasoned, smoked gently and grilled like a steak, then sliced thin or thick by texture.

Vegan lentil and mushroom meatballs, photographed from above 60 min

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Vegan lentil and mushroom meatballs

Hearty, savory 'meatballs' of lentils, browned mushrooms, walnuts and herbs, baked until crisp and simmered in marinara.

Whole roasted cauliflower with cheese, photographed from above 60 min

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Whole roasted cauliflower with cheese

A whole cauliflower par-cooked, roasted until golden and blanketed in melted cheese sauce.

Lobster dumplings, photographed from above 60 min

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Lobster dumplings

Wonton-style dumplings filled with lobster, shrimp and scallion in a buttery broth.

Barbecued kohlrabi with brown butter, photographed from above 70 min

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Barbecued kohlrabi with brown butter

Whole kohlrabi roasted in the coals (or oven) until tender, peeled, sliced thick and grilled with a brushing of brown butter and a little soy.

Green butter chicken with tomatillo and serrano, photographed from above 75 min

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Green butter chicken with tomatillo and serrano

Butter chicken's green cousin: charred tomatillos and serranos blended with cashews into a creamy, tangy sauce over smoky chicken thighs.

Shrimp-toast pork schnitzel with plum sauce, photographed from above 75 min

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Shrimp-toast pork schnitzel with plum sauce

A German schnitzel meets dim-sum shrimp toast: thin pork cutlets coated in a bouncy shrimp paste, then crumbed in sesame panko and fried.

Chilled mugwort noodles with black sesame-tofu sauce, photographed from above 75 min

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Chilled mugwort noodles with black sesame-tofu sauce

Chewy, herbal fresh noodles tinted green with mugwort powder, served cold in a nutty, airy blend of black sesame and soft tofu with briny pickled cucumber.

Pork, white kimchi and ricotta dumplings, photographed from above 75 min

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Pork, white kimchi and ricotta dumplings

Homemade dumpling wrappers filled with ground pork, mild white kimchi and ricotta for creaminess, pan-fried and steamed.

Potato-wrapped mash croquettes with miso hollandaise, photographed from above 90 min

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Potato-wrapped mash croquettes with miso hollandaise

Silky mash frozen into pucks, crumbed and wrapped in shoestring potato, then fried until it eats like the crispiest hash brown.

Berbere fried chicken with spiced butter glaze, photographed from above 90 min

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Berbere fried chicken with spiced butter glaze

Bone-in chicken dry-rubbed with berbere and turmeric, soaked in buttermilk, double-dredged for a big crunch and glazed with niter kibbeh hot oil.

Escargot and sweet potato stuffed quail with black garlic purée, photographed from above 90 min

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Escargot and sweet potato stuffed quail with black garlic purée

Little quail stuffed with sweet potato and garlic-butter escargot, roasted golden and set on a silky caramelized onion and black garlic purée with quick-pickled lotus root.

Rotisserie chicken korma pot pie, photographed from above 90 min

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Rotisserie chicken korma pot pie

A grocery-store chicken turned into a Bengali-spiced korma gravy with shallot paste, yogurt and vegetables, baked under a puff pastry lid.

Brined rotisserie-style chicken with fennel-paprika rub, photographed from above 90 min

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Brined rotisserie-style chicken with fennel-paprika rub

A whole chicken brined in salt and sugar, dried, then rubbed with a bright orange fennel, garlic, rosemary and paprika seasoning and roasted until the skin is crisp.

Black pepper short ribs with onion, photographed from above 110 min

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Black pepper short ribs with onion

Boneless short ribs braised with onion and soy-seasoned stock, with the juices reduced into a peppery glaze.

Braised lamb with red pepper bulgur, photographed from above 115 min

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Braised lamb with red pepper bulgur

Lamb shoulder simmered until spoon-soft, served on red pepper bulgur that soaks up the cooking juices. A slow, easy dinner for two.

Apricot and prune braised lamb shoulder, photographed from above 115 min

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Apricot and prune braised lamb shoulder

Lamb shoulder braised until tender with shallot and stock, with sweet dried apricots and prunes added late so they keep some shape.

Air-dried roast chicken with chicken-fat rice, photographed from above 120 min

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Air-dried roast chicken with chicken-fat rice

A Hong Kong-meets-French roast chicken: brined, poached briefly, air-dried, then roasted hot for glassy skin, with rice cooked in chicken stock and fat.

Kimchi-braised pork belly in crispy seaweed taco shells, photographed from above 120 min

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Kimchi-braised pork belly in crispy seaweed taco shells

Pork belly braised with cocoa, bay and black pepper, sliced over dashi rice in crisp seaweed shells and spooned with a blended kimchi-jjigae sauce made from aged kimchi and anchovy stock.

Caraway lamb shoulder with pumpkin pan sauce, photographed from above 120 min

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Caraway lamb shoulder with pumpkin pan sauce

Lamb shoulder braised with shallot and caraway, with pumpkin whisked into the juices for a thick, mellow sauce.

Garlic and rosemary roast leg of lamb, photographed from above 120 min

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Garlic and rosemary roast leg of lamb

Boneless leg of lamb studded with garlic and rosemary and roasted pink.

Warm shrimp with tomato ice, photographed from above 140 min

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Warm shrimp with tomato ice

Hot seared shrimp served with a spoonful of icy, savory tomato granita. The temperature contrast is the point, and the freezer does most of the work.

Steak frites with Sichuan-pepper au poivre, photographed from above 150 min

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Steak frites with Sichuan-pepper au poivre

Chuck-flap steaks basted in herb-garlic butter, double-cooked fries and a creamy peppercorn sauce with a soy and fish-sauce backbone.

Doro wat mac and cheese, photographed from above 150 min

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Doro wat mac and cheese

Baked mac and cheese with a béchamel built on slow-cooked berbere onions and spiced butter, with a molten three-cheese center.

Crisp pork belly with black beans, greens and banana, photographed from above 150 min

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Crisp pork belly with black beans, greens and banana

Roast pork belly with crackling skin, served over black beans and lime-dressed cabbage with caramelized banana.

Lamb shank osso buco with saffron risotto, photographed from above 180 min

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Lamb shank osso buco with saffron risotto

Lamb shanks braised in wine and tomatoes with a touch of harissa until falling off the bone, served over saffron risotto with a ginger-lemon gremolata.

Soy-glazed short ribs with garlic rice, photographed from above 180 min

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Soy-glazed short ribs with garlic rice

Short ribs braised until tender, then turned in a sticky soy and brown sugar glaze and served with garlic fried rice topped with crisp garlic chips.

Slow-roasted lamb shoulder with onions, photographed from above 190 min

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Slow-roasted lamb shoulder with onions

Boneless lamb shoulder rubbed with cumin and slow-roasted over onions and garlic until it falls apart, then browned briefly for a crusty edge.

South Indian spiced duck confit with red rice khichdi, photographed from above 210 min

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South Indian spiced duck confit with red rice khichdi

Duck legs cured with chilies, cumin, coriander, cardamom and fenugreek, slowly confit in duck fat with a spice sachet, then crisped and served over a risotto-like red rice and lentil khichdi finished with yogurt.

Lunch & snacks

Crunchy hummus veggie wraps, photographed from above 5 min

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Crunchy hummus veggie wraps

No-cook wraps filled with hummus, cucumber, carrot, and spinach.

Tomato & white bean plate, photographed from above 5 min

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Tomato & white bean plate

A no-cook plate of white beans and tomatoes in lemon and olive oil, with bread to scoop it up.

Apple, dates & almonds, photographed from above 5 min

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Apple, dates & almonds

A plate of sliced apple, dates, and almonds, ready in minutes.

Watermelon, feta and mint salad, photographed from above 10 min

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Watermelon, feta and mint salad

Cold watermelon, salty feta and torn mint with a lime and olive oil drizzle. Ten minutes and no cooking.

Creamy chili crisp instant noodles, photographed from above 10 min

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Creamy chili crisp instant noodles

A 10-minute lunch: instant ramen tossed in a silky sauce of the seasoning packet, garlic, mayo, egg yolk and chili crisp, loosened with starchy noodle water.

Sesame tofu rice bowls, photographed from above 10 min

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Sesame tofu rice bowls

Pan-fried tofu with ginger and soy sauce over ready-cooked rice and cucumber. Ten minutes using microwave rice.

Strawberry and tomato salad on whipped feta, photographed from above 15 min

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Strawberry and tomato salad on whipped feta

Sweet and savoury on one plate: berries and cherry tomatoes in a harissa dressing over a smooth feta spread.

Mango, pineapple and avocado salad, photographed from above 15 min

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Mango, pineapple and avocado salad

A bright, juicy salad of tropical fruit and avocado with lime and cilantro.

Warm citrus olives with feta, photographed from above 15 min

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Warm citrus olives with feta

Olives warmed in oil with orange and lemon zest and a whisper of cinnamon, then topped with crumbled feta. A fast bowl to put out with drinks.

Smoked salmon salad with basil yogurt, photographed from above 15 min

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Smoked salmon salad with basil yogurt

Flaked hot-smoked salmon on peppery arugula, shaved carrot and radish, set over a cool basil and lemon yogurt.

Mango and queso fresco salad with lime cashews, photographed from above 15 min

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Mango and queso fresco salad with lime cashews

Sweet mango and salty fresh cheese over greens, with toasted cashews and a bright lime dressing.

Mango and raisin salad with orange dressing, photographed from above 15 min

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Mango and raisin salad with orange dressing

Mango, queso fresco and sweet raisins on greens, tossed in a mustardy orange dressing.

Cucumber and watermelon salad with pistachios, photographed from above 15 min

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Cucumber and watermelon salad with pistachios

Watermelon and cucumber with feta and mint, a lemon squeeze and a crunch of chopped pistachios.

Tropical fruit salad with papaya and sweet pepper, photographed from above 15 min

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Tropical fruit salad with papaya and sweet pepper

Mango, pineapple, papaya and avocado over lettuce with green pepper for crunch and a light rice vinegar dressing.

Tropical avocado salad with toasted coconut, photographed from above 15 min

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Tropical avocado salad with toasted coconut

Mango, pineapple and avocado on crisp lettuce, with warm toasted coconut for crunch and a sharp lime dressing to cut the sweetness.

Mango and greens with ginger sesame dressing, photographed from above 15 min

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Mango and greens with ginger sesame dressing

Ribbons of mango and cucumber over soft greens, dressed with fresh ginger, sesame oil and a little soy. Light, bright and ready in minutes.

Avocado and tomato salad with cilantro and lime, photographed from above 15 min

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Avocado and tomato salad with cilantro and lime

Ripe tomato and creamy avocado over crunchy romaine with a quick lime and olive oil dressing. Almost no work.

Avocado salad with crunchy plantain chips, photographed from above 15 min

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Avocado salad with crunchy plantain chips

Avocado and tomato on romaine in a citrus dressing, with crushed plantain chips for a salty crunch.

Goat cheese shatta dip with papadum, photographed from above 15 min

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Goat cheese shatta dip with papadum

A green, garlicky chili dip blitzed from goat cheese, cilantro, parsley and serranos, served chip-and-dip style with crisp papadums.

Crunchy chickpea & feta salad, photographed from above 15 min

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Crunchy chickpea & feta salad

A cold salad of chickpeas, cucumber, and tomatoes tossed in lemon and olive oil, topped with crumbled feta.

Pear and walnut salad, photographed from above 15 min

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Pear and walnut salad

Sliced pears, walnuts and parsley tossed with salad greens in a simple lemon and olive oil dressing. Crisp, fresh and quick.

Crab and shaved fennel with lemon cream, photographed from above 15 min

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Crab and shaved fennel with lemon cream

A cool plate of cooked crab and thinly shaved fennel on lemon-spiked crème fraîche. Crisp, creamy and ready in 15 minutes.

Chilled king crab with crisp apple and chives, photographed from above 15 min

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Chilled king crab with crisp apple and chives

A cool crab salad with crisp green apple in a tangy crème fraîche, lemon and chive dressing. Ready in about 15 minutes.

Kohlrabi and apple slaw, photographed from above 15 min

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Kohlrabi and apple slaw

Crunchy matchsticks of kohlrabi and apple in a lemony yogurt-mustard dressing.

Celery salad with dates, almonds and Parmesan, photographed from above 15 min

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Celery salad with dates, almonds and Parmesan

Crisp shaved celery tossed with sweet dates, toasted almonds and shaved Parmesan in lemon.

Daikon and citrus winter salad, photographed from above 15 min

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Daikon and citrus winter salad

Crisp shaved daikon with orange, sesame and a rice vinegar dressing.

Shaved fennel, apple and Parmesan salad, photographed from above 15 min

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Shaved fennel, apple and Parmesan salad

Paper-thin fennel and apple with lemon, olive oil, Parmesan and toasted hazelnuts.

Seared halloumi and watermelon salad, photographed from above 20 min

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Seared halloumi and watermelon salad

Hot salty cheese against cold sweet watermelon, with arugula and a smoky lime dressing.

Avocado salad with warm cumin chickpeas, photographed from above 20 min

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Avocado salad with warm cumin chickpeas

Cool avocado and tomato with chickpeas fried in cumin and spooned over while hot.

Fig and grape salad with goat cheese, photographed from above 20 min

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Fig and grape salad with goat cheese

Soft lettuce with sweet figs and grapes, toasted walnuts for crunch and tangy goat cheese on top. Lemon and oil are all the dressing it needs.

Tomato and strawberry mozzarella bites, photographed from above 20 min

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Tomato and strawberry mozzarella bites

Two sets of bites on one plate: savoury tomato with basil and oil, and sweet strawberry with a touch of honey. Both use mini mozzarella.

Mango shrimp salad with sriracha yogurt, photographed from above 20 min

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Mango shrimp salad with sriracha yogurt

Garlicky warm shrimp on cool romaine with sweet mango and a creamy, lightly spicy lime yogurt.

Grilled watermelon with feta and balsamic, photographed from above 20 min

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Grilled watermelon with feta and balsamic

Thick watermelon slabs seared until they caramelize at the edges, then topped with feta, mint and balsamic.

Grilled pineapple and avocado salad with chile, photographed from above 20 min

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Grilled pineapple and avocado salad with chile

Charred pineapple with mango and avocado on lettuce, sharp with lime and a sprinkle of chile flakes.

Mango green salad with seared edamame, photographed from above 20 min

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Mango green salad with seared edamame

Sweet mango and cucumber over greens, topped with edamame given a quick sear in the pan for a little char.

Quinoa salad with goat cheese and avocado, photographed from above 20 min

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Quinoa salad with goat cheese and avocado

Cooked quinoa, peppery arugula and avocado with sharp pickled onion, finished with crumbled goat cheese and parsley.

Quinoa avocado salad with black beans, photographed from above 20 min

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Quinoa avocado salad with black beans

A cold quinoa salad with arugula, avocado and pickled onion, made hearty with black beans and fresh cilantro.

Chicken tikka masala quesadilla, photographed from above 20 min

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Chicken tikka masala quesadilla

Leftover Indian takeout turned into a crisp quesadilla with sautéed peppers and onions, tikka masala sauce, melty cheese, mint chutney and pickled onions.

Citrus lobster tostadas, photographed from above 20 min

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Citrus lobster tostadas

Crunchy baked corn tostadas piled with a zesty mix of cooked lobster, lime, red onion and cilantro over mashed avocado. No stove needed.

Octopus with lemon and scallions, photographed from above 20 min

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Octopus with lemon and scallions

Tender sliced octopus in a sharp lemon and olive oil dressing with scallions, parsley and capers. Served cold or at room temperature in minutes.

Savory mushroom sourdough toast with truffle butter, photographed from above 20 min

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Savory mushroom sourdough toast with truffle butter

Browned diced mushrooms with a hint of sherry vinegar piled on crisp sourdough spread with truffle butter and scattered with chives.

Crab tostadas with radish and chile-lime mayo, photographed from above 20 min

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Crab tostadas with radish and chile-lime mayo

Crisp corn tostadas topped with sweet crab in a creamy, spicy lime mayonnaise, with thin radish and cilantro for crunch and freshness.

Chilled crab with yellow chile and lime dip, photographed from above 20 min

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Chilled crab with yellow chile and lime dip

Chilled cooked crab with sliced cucumber and a sharp dip of fresh yellow chile, garlic, lime and fish sauce. A cold, no-cook plate for warm days.

Crispy duck salad with lime hoisin, photographed from above 20 min

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Crispy duck salad with lime hoisin

Shredded, crisped duck confit over mixed greens and cucumber, with a quick hoisin and lime dressing and sliced scallions. Serves two.

Crisp duck and orange salad with sesame, photographed from above 20 min

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Crisp duck and orange salad with sesame

Crisped duck confit with orange segments, cucumber and mixed greens, dressed in orange juice, rice vinegar and sesame oil and sprinkled with sesame seeds. Serves two.

Crispy duck, pear and cabbage salad, photographed from above 20 min

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Crispy duck, pear and cabbage salad

Crisped duck confit with sliced pear, shredded red cabbage, cucumber and mixed greens, dressed simply with rice vinegar and soy sauce. Serves two.

Chicken salad with roasted peppers and almonds, photographed from above 20 min

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Chicken salad with roasted peppers and almonds

Cooked chicken, romaine and cherry tomatoes in a lemon and olive oil dressing, topped with roasted red peppers and toasted sliced almonds. Serves two.

Carrot and chicken crunch salad, photographed from above 20 min

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Carrot and chicken crunch salad

Cooked chicken, romaine and cherry tomatoes with shredded carrot and toasted pumpkin seeds, in a lemon dressing sharpened with Dijon mustard. Serves two.

Mango pickle Caesar with lemon yogurt, photographed from above 20 min

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Mango pickle Caesar with lemon yogurt

Little Gem lettuce in a tangy yogurt dressing spiked with mango pickle and lemon, finished with shaved aged cheese and chaat masala panko. Serves two.

Tamarind Caesar with spiced crumbs, photographed from above 20 min

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Tamarind Caesar with spiced crumbs

Little Gem lettuce in a sweet-tart yogurt dressing of tamarind and honey, finished with shaved aged cheese and chaat masala panko. Serves two.

Green chutney Caesar with cucumber, photographed from above 20 min

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Green chutney Caesar with cucumber

Little Gem lettuce and sliced cucumber in a yogurt dressing swirled with cilantro chutney, finished with shaved aged cheese and chaat masala panko. Serves two.

Mango Caesar with grilled paneer, photographed from above 20 min

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Mango Caesar with grilled paneer

Little Gem lettuce in a mango pickle yogurt dressing, topped with seared paneer, shaved aged cheese and chaat masala panko. Serves two.

Bay scallops with papaya and lime, photographed from above 20 min

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Bay scallops with papaya and lime

Quick-seared bay scallops over a cool salad of papaya and cucumber, dressed with jalapeño, cilantro and lime.

Crispy herbed chickpeas, photographed from above 20 min

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Crispy herbed chickpeas

Pan-fried chickpeas with crispy herbs, garlic and lemon zest—a snack or salad topper.

Crispy rice salad with mango and cabbage, photographed from above 25 min

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Crispy rice salad with mango and cabbage

Leftover rice fried into crunchy clusters, tossed with cabbage, mango and a tahini-lime dressing.

Cabbage leaf tacos with pistachio cream, photographed from above 25 min

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Cabbage leaf tacos with pistachio cream

Soft Savoy cabbage leaves standing in for tortillas, filled with spinach and a lime-pistachio cream.

Salmon, mango and quinoa salad, photographed from above 25 min

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Salmon, mango and quinoa salad

Baked salmon flaked over greens, with lime-and-mango quinoa on the side. A lunch that lasts the afternoon.

Warm shiitake salad with lemon and chile, photographed from above 25 min

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Warm shiitake salad with lemon and chile

Browned shiitake caps tossed while hot with salad greens in a sharp lemon, soy and chile dressing that wilts the leaves slightly.

Baked salmon salad with red cabbage and pickled ginger, photographed from above 25 min

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Baked salmon salad with red cabbage and pickled ginger

Flaky oven-baked salmon over mixed greens, with a crunchy cabbage and pickled ginger topping dressed in rice vinegar and sesame oil.

Baked salmon and avocado salad with orange yogurt, photographed from above 25 min

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Baked salmon and avocado salad with orange yogurt

Salmon and creamy avocado on salad greens, with a thin orange-and-yogurt dressing poured over.

Orange lime shrimp lettuce cups, photographed from above 25 min

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Orange lime shrimp lettuce cups

Chopped poached shrimp in a bright citrus and red onion mix, spooned into crisp lettuce leaves. Cool, fresh and no oven.

Pickled ginger chicken noodle salad, photographed from above 25 min

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Pickled ginger chicken noodle salad

Cool rice noodles with leftover chicken, crisp cucumber and carrot, and a few slices of pickled ginger for sharpness.

Chile crisp chicken noodle salad, photographed from above 25 min

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Chile crisp chicken noodle salad

Shredded chicken and cool noodles in a tingly, crunchy chile crisp and lime dressing.

Peanut lime chicken noodle bowls, photographed from above 25 min

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Peanut lime chicken noodle bowls

A loose peanut butter sauce, brightened with lime, coats rice noodles, chicken and raw vegetables.

Orange sesame chicken noodle salad, photographed from above 25 min

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Orange sesame chicken noodle salad

Fresh orange segments and their juice give the noodles a light citrus dressing, with toasted sesame on top.

Beef carpaccio with black garlic strawberries and shiso, photographed from above 25 min

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Beef carpaccio with black garlic strawberries and shiso

Paper-thin raw beef with early strawberries tossed in black garlic, torn shiso, flaky salt and good olive oil: a sweet, savory, herbal plate.

Crunchy spicy sesame chicken salad, photographed from above 25 min

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Crunchy spicy sesame chicken salad

Shredded chicken, cabbage and crunchy toppings in a chili-sesame dressing.

Fennel and orange pasta salad, photographed from above 25 min

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Fennel and orange pasta salad

A cold pasta salad with shaved fennel, orange and crunchy almonds, dressed with olive oil and red wine vinegar.

Mango and lime cold noodles, photographed from above 25 min

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Mango and lime cold noodles

Chilled wheat noodles with sweet mango, lime juice and cilantro in a savory soy, rice vinegar and sesame dressing.

Pepper wasabi lobster bites, photographed from above 25 min

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Pepper wasabi lobster bites

Cornstarch-dusted lobster pieces pan-fried until firm, served with a peppery wasabi and lemon mayonnaise for dipping.

Crisp tuna flatbread with pickled onion, photographed from above 25 min

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Crisp tuna flatbread with pickled onion

A crisp baked flatbread spread with a creamy tuna mix, then topped with tangy pickled red onion and strips of nori.

Black cod butter lettuce cups, photographed from above 25 min

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Black cod butter lettuce cups

Miso-brushed black cod roasted and flaked into crisp butter lettuce cups with lightly pickled cucumber.

Chilli crab toast with cold lime cream, photographed from above 25 min

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Chilli crab toast with cold lime cream

Warm crab in a tomato and chilli sauce on crisp toast, cooled with a spoonful of lime-spiked sour cream.

Seared prawns with seaweed toast, photographed from above 25 min

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Seared prawns with seaweed toast

Seared prawns tossed with rice vinegar on brioche toast spread with seaweed butter. A quick, savory and slightly briny bite.

Crisp blood sausage bites with mustard, photographed from above 25 min

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Crisp blood sausage bites with mustard

Crunchy breaded coins of cooked blood sausage, shallow-fried and served with sharp Dijon for dipping.

Mango cheese salad with crisp plantain, photographed from above 25 min

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Mango cheese salad with crisp plantain

Diced mango and crumbled queso fresco on mixed greens, topped with warm fried plantain and a squeeze of lime. Serves two.

Edamame and chicken noodle salad, photographed from above 25 min

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Edamame and chicken noodle salad

Cool rice noodles with shredded chicken, cucumber, carrot and edamame in a simple soy and rice vinegar dressing. Serves two.

Scallion mushroom wedge, photographed from above 25 min

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Scallion mushroom wedge

Iceberg wedges under browned king oyster mushrooms and a lemony soy yogurt dressing with scallions, finished with a drizzle of chile crisp. Vegan, for two.

Sesame crunch wedge, photographed from above 25 min

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Sesame crunch wedge

Iceberg wedges under browned king oyster mushrooms and a lemony soy yogurt dressing, with toasted sesame seeds, diced cucumber and a drizzle of chile crisp. Vegan, for two.

Herbed ranch wedge, photographed from above 25 min

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Herbed ranch wedge

Iceberg wedges under browned king oyster mushrooms and a dill and chive soy yogurt dressing with lemon, finished with a drizzle of chile crisp. Vegan, for two.

Chile crisp apple wedge, photographed from above 25 min

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Chile crisp apple wedge

Iceberg wedges under browned king oyster mushrooms and a lemony soy yogurt dressing, with tart apple matchsticks and a drizzle of chile crisp. Vegan, for two.

Yuzu gem salad with snow peas, photographed from above 25 min

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Yuzu gem salad with snow peas

Crisp baby gem, fennel and radish with chewy toasted buckwheat and blanched snow peas, in a honey, yuzu and chile dressing. Light, crunchy and citrusy.

Ginger yuzu gem salad, photographed from above 25 min

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Ginger yuzu gem salad

Baby gem, fennel and radish with toasted buckwheat and juicy orange pieces, dressed in a yuzu and honey vinaigrette sharpened with fresh ginger.

Crispy rice-flour calamari, photographed from above 25 min

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Crispy rice-flour calamari

Squid rings in a thin, crisp coating of rice flour and cornstarch, lightly seasoned with smoked paprika and served with lemon.

Pearl couscous salad, photographed from above 25 min

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Pearl couscous salad

Toasted pearl couscous with cucumber, tomatoes, chickpeas, herbs and lemon.

Roasted halloumi with orange and avocado, photographed from above 30 min

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Roasted halloumi with orange and avocado

Salty browned halloumi, sweet orange, soft avocado and crisp pita, all on one plate.

Chicken and ginger wontons in dashi, photographed from above 30 min

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Chicken and ginger wontons in dashi

Little ginger-scented chicken wontons poached in a light dashi broth and topped with spring onion. Quick to fold, quick to cook.

Mango cucumber salad with baked tofu, photographed from above 30 min

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Mango cucumber salad with baked tofu

Golden oven-baked tofu cubes bring some protein to a cool mango and cucumber salad finished with lime and soy.

Cured yellowtail crudo with gim and kimchi dressing, photographed from above 30 min

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Cured yellowtail crudo with gim and kimchi dressing

Briefly cured hamachi sliced thin and dressed with a spicy fermented sauce, pickled radish and fennel, and finished with a frothy kimchi juice and torn Korean seaweed.

Gochujang sloppy joes, photographed from above 30 min

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Gochujang sloppy joes

A Korean-inflected sloppy joe of ground beef simmered with gochujang, ketchup, soy and a little brown sugar, piled onto toasted buns with quick-pickled cucumbers.

Sesame tuna rice bowls, photographed from above 30 min

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Sesame tuna rice bowls

Seared tuna with sesame oil over vinegared short-grain rice, with cool cucumber and a drizzle of soy sauce.

Charred corn and crab bowls with coconut broth, photographed from above 30 min

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Charred corn and crab bowls with coconut broth

Bowls of charred corn and cherry tomatoes in a creamy coconut broth, topped with cooked crabmeat and fresh chives.

Crisp rice noodle rolls with chile crab, photographed from above 30 min

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Crisp rice noodle rolls with chile crab

Crisp pan-fried rice noodle rolls topped with garlicky crab, chile and soy, finished with fresh scallion.

Roasted cauliflower salad with dates and feta, photographed from above 35 min

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Roasted cauliflower salad with dates and feta

Deeply roasted cauliflower, sweet dates and salty feta, all tossed while the florets are still warm.

Creamy rice bowls with smoky sesame beans, photographed from above 35 min

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Creamy rice bowls with smoky sesame beans

Rice simmered soft in milk like a savoury porridge, topped with paprika pinto beans and sesame.

Roast squash and curried lentil salad, photographed from above 35 min

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Roast squash and curried lentil salad

Warm roast squash and lightly curried lentils on spinach. Filling enough for dinner.

Cumin mushroom broth, photographed from above 35 min

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Cumin mushroom broth

Browned mushrooms, dried shiitake and ginger simmer into a savoury broth with a toasted cumin note. Strain for a clear cup or keep the mushrooms in for a fuller bowl.

Roast squash and broccoli bowls with tahini, photographed from above 35 min

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Roast squash and broccoli bowls with tahini

Roasted butternut squash and broccoli served warm on baby spinach and drizzled with a lemony tahini dressing. Easy, filling and vegan.

Crispy rice squares with spicy tuna, photographed from above 35 min

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Crispy rice squares with spicy tuna

Seasoned short-grain rice pressed, chilled and pan-fried into crisp squares, topped with a spicy mix of canned tuna, mayonnaise and sriracha.

Truffle rice bites with crisp nori, photographed from above 35 min

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Truffle rice bites with crisp nori

Small bites of seasoned sushi-style rice brushed with truffle oil and wrapped in crisp nori. A simple vegan snack.

Chilled crab cups with lemon cauliflower cream, photographed from above 35 min

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Chilled crab cups with lemon cauliflower cream

A chilled, velvety cauliflower cream topped with lemony crab and chives, served in small glasses.

Pea and asparagus puff pastry tartlets, photographed from above 40 min

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Pea and asparagus puff pastry tartlets

Two golden pastry rectangles spread with lemony ricotta and topped with bright blanched peas and asparagus.

Roasted beet and frisée salad with maple cider dressing, photographed from above 40 min

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Roasted beet and frisée salad with maple cider dressing

Sweet roasted beets over frisée with goat cheese, in a mustardy maple and cider vinegar dressing.

Beet and goat cheese salad with orange and walnuts, photographed from above 40 min

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Beet and goat cheese salad with orange and walnuts

Roasted beets and goat cheese on frisée, with orange segments, toasted walnuts and a dressing made from the orange's own juice.

Lime Caesar with crisp chickpeas, photographed from above 40 min

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Lime Caesar with crisp chickpeas

Little Gem lettuce in a lime and Greek yogurt dressing, with roasted chickpeas and spiced toasted panko for crunch.

Chapli kebab chopped cheese, photographed from above 40 min

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Chapli kebab chopped cheese

The bodega classic with Pakistani spices: coriander-seed-studded beef chopped on the griddle with peppers and onions, four cheeses and lime-cilantro sauce.

Spring vegetable tart, photographed from above 40 min

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Spring vegetable tart

Puff pastry tart with ricotta, asparagus, peas and lemon.

Tom yum blooming onion, photographed from above 40 min

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Tom yum blooming onion

A battered, fried blooming onion with Thai tom yum seasoning and lime-chili mayo.

Seared lamb salad, photographed from above 40 min

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Seared lamb salad

Rosy seared lamb over herbs, roasted squash and yogurt dressing.

Roasted carrot salad with tahini, photographed from above 40 min

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Roasted carrot salad with tahini

Cumin-roasted carrots over greens with a lemon-tahini drizzle, chickpeas and pistachios.

Silky onion soup with almonds and fennel seed, photographed from above 45 min

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Silky onion soup with almonds and fennel seed

Slowly softened onions are blended with broth and almonds into a smooth, mellow soup brightened with a little vinegar. Toasted almonds on top add crunch.

Beet and green bean salad with crisp goat cheese rounds, photographed from above 45 min

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Beet and green bean salad with crisp goat cheese rounds

Roasted beets and green beans on frisée, topped with warm baked goat cheese rounds in a crunchy panko coat.

Silky artichoke soup with mushroom brioche, photographed from above 45 min

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Silky artichoke soup with mushroom brioche

A smooth, mild artichoke soup with leek and a splash of cream, served beside brioche toast topped with browned chopped mushrooms.

Crinkle-fry potato cakes with lap cheong mushrooms and pickled cherries, photographed from above 50 min

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Crinkle-fry potato cakes with lap cheong mushrooms and pickled cherries

A party hack: frozen crinkle fries blitzed into crispy potato cakes, topped with oyster mushrooms and Chinese sausage and sharp pickled cherries.

Root vegetable tartlets with quinoa crust, photographed from above 50 min

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Root vegetable tartlets with quinoa crust

Small tartlets with a quinoa flour shell filled with mashed sweet potato and topped with sliced Yukon Gold and purple potatoes.

Preserved-lemon garlic fried chicken sandwich, photographed from above 60 min

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Preserved-lemon garlic fried chicken sandwich

Juicy thighs in a panko crust laced with preserved lemon and mellow blanched garlic, fried crisp and stacked on a soft bun.

Fig jam puff pastry bites with jamón-wrapped artichokes, photographed from above 60 min

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Fig jam puff pastry bites with jamón-wrapped artichokes

One-bite puff pastry cups brushed with pumpkin egg wash, filled with a savory fig and fish sauce jam and topped with crispy jamón-wrapped baby artichokes.

Roast duck crepe burrito with pineapple-habanero butter, photographed from above 60 min

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Roast duck crepe burrito with pineapple-habanero butter

Shredded roast duck, crispy duck skin, asparagus and morels wrapped in a crepe with a jammy cooked-down pineapple and habanero spread.

Crispy kataifi yogurt kebabs, photographed from above 60 min

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Crispy kataifi yogurt kebabs

Spiced, thick yogurt piped and frozen, wrapped in shredded kataifi pastry and fried, so it's crackling outside with a warm, molten, tangy center.

Fava bean, almond and farmer's cheese tart, photographed from above 60 min

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Fava bean, almond and farmer's cheese tart

A crisp tart shell filled with farmer's cheese folded with fava bean purée, topped with a flower of paper-thin blanched almonds, a little mustard and fresh thyme.

Walleye crudo with smoked rhubarb and chili crisp, photographed from above 60 min

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Walleye crudo with smoked rhubarb and chili crisp

Thin slices of very fresh freshwater fish with smoky rhubarb, preserved lemon, green garlic and a fish-skin chili crisp, plus a clear roasted-bone broth to sip alongside.

Grilled skewers five ways: steak, chicken, shrimp, halloumi and zucchini, photographed from above 60 min

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Grilled skewers five ways: steak, chicken, shrimp, halloumi and zucchini

A mix-and-match skewer spread, each with its own quick marinade, grilled hot and served with lemon, herbs and a yogurt sauce.

East-meets-west turkey burger, photographed from above 60 min

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East-meets-west turkey burger

A dressed-up turkey burger stacked with a crispy Parmesan-fontina frico, saffron-papaya chutney and garlicky truffle aioli.

Char siu boneless rib sandwich, photographed from above 60 min

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Char siu boneless rib sandwich

Sticky char siu-glazed pork patty on a soft roll with pickles and onion.

Roasted beet dip, photographed from above 75 min

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Roasted beet dip

Bright magenta dip of roasted beets, Greek yogurt, garlic and dill, with walnuts and feta on top.

Smoked mackerel toast with guindillas, photographed from above 90 min

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Smoked mackerel toast with guindillas

Lightly cured, hot-smoked mackerel on thick slices of fresh country bread with pickled guindilla peppers and lemon.

Chicken liver spread with lime and toasted rice, photographed from above 100 min

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Chicken liver spread with lime and toasted rice

A smooth, rich chicken liver spread chilled and served on toast, with a bright lime, fish sauce and toasted rice topping for crunch.

Marinated tomato sandwich with garlic aioli, photographed from above 150 min

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Marinated tomato sandwich with garlic aioli

Thick slabs of ripe tomato marinated with olive oil, garlic, vinegar and whole herbs, piled onto toast slathered with homemade aioli and topped with crispy shallots.

Cured radish 'prosciutto', photographed from above 240 min

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Cured radish 'prosciutto'

Thin daikon slices salt-cured and slow-dried until chewy and savory, for snacking or salads.

Breakfast

Dark chocolate chia parfait, photographed from above 10 min

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Dark chocolate chia parfait

Chocolate chia pudding layered with yogurt and berries.

Green apple and yogurt cups, photographed from above 15 min

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Green apple and yogurt cups

Honeyed sheep milk yogurt topped with lemony diced apple and a splash of sparkling water. Light, tart and ready in minutes.

Balsamic truffle brioche with aged cheese, photographed from above 15 min

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Balsamic truffle brioche with aged cheese

Griddled brioche French toast topped with truffle butter, melted Gruyère and a few drops of balsamic. Savory, rich and ready in 15 minutes.

Toasted brioche with scrambled eggs and trout roe, photographed from above 15 min

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Toasted brioche with scrambled eggs and trout roe

Golden toasted brioche topped with slow-cooked soft scrambled eggs, glossy trout roe and chives. Done in 15 minutes.

Soft scrambled eggs with crab and scallions, photographed from above 15 min

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Soft scrambled eggs with crab and scallions

Soft, creamy scrambled eggs with sweet crab and scallions folded in. A quick skillet dish for two.

Spiced porridge, photographed from above 15 min

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Spiced porridge

Creamy oats simmered with cardamom, cinnamon and ginger, topped with fruit and nuts.

Smoked salmon and soft scrambled egg rolls, photographed from above 20 min

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Smoked salmon and soft scrambled egg rolls

Scrambled eggs and flaked hot-smoked salmon in toasted rolls spread with lemon-dill Greek yogurt. A quick breakfast sandwich in 20 minutes.

Green eggs and ham, photographed from above 20 min

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Green eggs and ham

Soft scrambled eggs with a bright herb-spinach pesto and seared ham on toast.

Coconut chocolate-hazelnut stuffed French toast, photographed from above 20 min

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Coconut chocolate-hazelnut stuffed French toast

Brioche sandwiched with chocolate-hazelnut spread, dipped in coconut custard and fried with coconut flakes.

Fried mochi French toast, photographed from above 25 min

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Fried mochi French toast

Thick slices of milk bread sandwiching chewy mochi, soaked in a sweet egg custard, fried until golden, and finished with condensed milk and peanut butter.

Bulgogi, egg and cheese bagel, photographed from above 30 min

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Bulgogi, egg and cheese bagel

A New York breakfast sandwich with a Korean twist: sweet-savory beef bulgogi, a fried egg, American cheese, kimchi and gochujang mayo on a toasted bagel.

White bean breakfast bake, photographed from above 35 min

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White bean breakfast bake

Garlicky tomato white beans baked with eggs and feta, for dunking toast.

Octopus hash brown bites with onion jam and spicy labneh, photographed from above 75 min

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Octopus hash brown bites with onion jam and spicy labneh

Crispy hash brown squares topped with seared octopus, a sweet-sour three-onion jam, quick-pickled celtuce and a Calabrian chile labneh 'aioli'.

Baking & sweets

Grilled peaches with yogurt and honey, photographed from above 20 min

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Grilled peaches with yogurt and honey

Peach halves seared in a grill pan until marked and jammy, set on cool yogurt with a thread of honey. Dessert in about 15 minutes.

Mango sorbet, photographed from above 20 min

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Mango sorbet

Intense, silky sorbet from ripe mangoes, lime and a simple syrup.

Hot chocolate puddings with orange yogurt, photographed from above 30 min

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Hot chocolate puddings with orange yogurt

Two small chocolate puddings baked until just set, served with yogurt scented with orange zest and vanilla. A little goes a long way.

Warm walnut tartlets with honey, photographed from above 30 min

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Warm walnut tartlets with honey

Small tart shells filled with toasted walnuts in a honey-sweetened egg custard, baked until set and served warm.

Avocado gelato, photographed from above 30 min

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Avocado gelato

Silky, pale-green gelato of ripe avocado, lime and a little honey—no-churn option included.

Pistachio yogurt tea cakes, photographed from above 35 min

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Pistachio yogurt tea cakes

Four small, tender cakes made with ground pistachios and Greek yogurt, dusted with powdered sugar. Easy to mix by hand in one bowl.

Blue cheese yogurt flatbread pockets, photographed from above 35 min

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Blue cheese yogurt flatbread pockets

A two-ingredient yogurt dough wraps crumbled blue cheese, then cooks on a dry skillet until spotted and puffy. Brushed with butter and sprinkled with chives.

Pear and ricotta puff pastry, photographed from above 35 min

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Pear and ricotta puff pastry

Puff pastry rectangles with a rim, filled with ricotta and thin pear slices and finished with honey while still warm.

Crisp skillet fry bread with scallion and sesame, photographed from above 40 min

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Crisp skillet fry bread with scallion and sesame

Quick pan-fried flatbreads with a crisp, golden surface, topped with chopped scallion and sesame seeds. No yeast or long rise needed.

Walnut custard tartlets, photographed from above 45 min

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Walnut custard tartlets

Flaky puff pastry shells filled with a light vanilla custard, topped with toasted chopped walnuts.

Chocolate olive oil cookies with cacao nib, photographed from above 45 min

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Chocolate olive oil cookies with cacao nib

Fudgy cocoa cookies made with olive oil instead of butter, studded with crunchy cacao nibs. The dough chills for just 10 minutes before baking.

Preserved lemon olive oil cake, photographed from above 70 min

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Preserved lemon olive oil cake

A tender olive oil cake perfumed with lemon zest and finely chopped preserved lemon, glazed with a tangy lemon syrup.

Caramelized pear and honey ricotta pastries, photographed from above 75 min

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Caramelized pear and honey ricotta pastries

Diamond-shaped pastries spread with honey-orange ricotta and topped with half a pear baked tarte-tatin style in dry caramel, then glazed with the pear-caramel juices.

Rhubarb-almond cake, photographed from above 75 min

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Rhubarb-almond cake

Moist almond cake topped with pink rhubarb that turns jammy as it bakes.

Swirled sesame cake, photographed from above 75 min

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Swirled sesame cake

Tender olive oil cake with a black sesame swirl and toasted sesame crust.

Spiced hazelnut pear cake, photographed from above 75 min

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Spiced hazelnut pear cake

Brown-butter hazelnut cake scented with cardamom and cinnamon, topped with fanned pears.

Dark cacao and orange pots, photographed from above 140 min

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Dark cacao and orange pots

Rich little chocolate custard pots with a hint of orange zest and crunchy cacao nibs, set in the fridge.

Mortadella, salami and ricotta morning buns, photographed from above 150 min

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Mortadella, salami and ricotta morning buns

The meat lover's cinnamon roll: an enriched dough rolled up with ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, mortadella and salami, baked golden.

Burnt caramel chocolate tart, photographed from above 150 min

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Burnt caramel chocolate tart

Chocolate shortbread crust with a layer of dark, slightly bitter caramel under silky chocolate ganache.

Miso custards with soy glazed pecans, photographed from above 155 min

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Miso custards with soy glazed pecans

Silky baked custards with a savory-sweet miso note, topped with pecans glazed in soy sauce and maple syrup. Mostly chilling time.

Green apple and lemon granita, photographed from above 200 min

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Green apple and lemon granita

A tart, icy dessert of blended green apple, lemon and a light sugar syrup, scraped with a fork into fine crystals as it freezes.

Chamomile kombucha and apple granita, photographed from above 200 min

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Chamomile kombucha and apple granita

A frozen, flaky granita of apple juice and kombucha, lightly scented with chamomile. Tart, cold and refreshing, it takes mostly hands-off freezer time.

Drinks

Mango & oat breakfast shake, photographed from above 5 min

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Mango & oat breakfast shake

A blended shake of mango, soy milk, and rolled oats. About 270 kcal per serving.

Strawberry coconut glaze smoothie, photographed from above 5 min

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Strawberry coconut glaze smoothie

A strawberry smoothie with banana, avocado, dates, and coconut cream, with a strawberry smear inside the glass.

Mango mint green smoothie, photographed from above 5 min

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Mango mint green smoothie

A green smoothie of mango, spinach, banana, mint, and lime, blended with almond milk.

Vanilla matcha coconut smoothie, photographed from above 5 min

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Vanilla matcha coconut smoothie

A creamy matcha smoothie with oat milk, coconut cream, maple syrup, and vanilla. It contains caffeine from the matcha.

Orange carrot sunshine smoothie, photographed from above 5 min

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Orange carrot sunshine smoothie

A bright, sweet-tart blend of orange and carrot with a squeeze of lemon. It takes five minutes and needs nothing but a blender.

Green apple cucumber cooler, photographed from above 5 min

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Green apple cucumber cooler

A light, fresh green drink of apple, cucumber and spinach, lifted with lime and mint and blended with water.

Iced strawberry matcha, photographed from above 10 min

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Iced strawberry matcha

Mashed strawberry and maple syrup under oat milk and ice, topped with smooth whisked matcha. Makes two servings.

Condensed milk espresso latte, photographed from above 10 min

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Condensed milk espresso latte

A sweet, milky latte made by dissolving condensed milk in hot espresso and pouring it into frothed milk. Makes two servings.

Honey vanilla café latte, photographed from above 10 min

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Honey vanilla café latte

A two-cup latte: fresh espresso sweetened with honey and a little vanilla, topped with hot frothed milk. Ready in about ten minutes.

Iced caramel cream coffee, photographed from above 10 min

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Iced caramel cream coffee

Strong cold brew over ice with a cap of lightly whipped cream and a ribbon of caramel running through the glass.

Walnut date miso latte, photographed from above 10 min

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Walnut date miso latte

A warm espresso and milk latte sweetened with date syrup and enriched with walnut butter and a touch of white miso, dusted with cinnamon.

Iced jasmine green tea, photographed from above 15 min

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Iced jasmine green tea

Lightly brewed jasmine green tea, quickly chilled and served over ice for a fragrant, refreshing drink.

Fresh ginger lemon soda, photographed from above 20 min

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Fresh ginger lemon soda

A homemade lemon soda built on a quick fresh-ginger syrup, with a peppery bite and plenty of fizz.

Cold tomato water with basil, photographed from above 255 min

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Cold tomato water with basil

A clear, delicate chilled tomato essence drained from salted ripe tomatoes overnight and perfumed with fresh basil, served very cold.