Kid friendly Asian winter recipes

Crab Wontons

Cauliflower & Potatoes ~ Indian style

I have never been a really big fan of cauliflower, but I love potatoes and spices. This dish, known as 'Alu…

Famous Nagano Kabucha & Shitake Soup

When I lived in Japan for 2 years I was introduced to many delicious foods. One of my most distinct food…

Eurasian Lemon Soup with Chick Peas

This is a wonderfully flavored soup that is good for the first course of a dinner party, or the main meal for a…

Chicken and White Beans in Coconut Milk

This is another chicken dish which is very popular in my house. This combination is just unbelievable. One can…

MY Rogan Josh

A long-time favorite of mine, and very popular in the UK, is this exquisite dish from Kashmir, northern India. Meat-eater or vegetarian, your…

Shrimp and Tofu Donburi

I adapted this recipe from a mixed tempura donburi, substituting fresh shrimp and tofu without the tempura batter. The result is a healthier, and…

Indian Potato, Kale and Ground Turkey Over Rice

This is an absolutely delicious and easy recipe that is hearty and flavorful but also healthy. It is excellent…

Sukiyaki

This is one of the great traditional dishes of Japan. In Japanese "suki" means to like, and "yaki" means to broil or grill. Modern sukiyaki is…

Samosa

Easy Honey Cornflakes Cups

This delectable treat is no stranger to special events; you’re sure to find a bottle (or two!) of these Honey Cornflakes Cups in almost every home.…

Waffle

A lot of debate went into discovering the origins of waffles. For all we know, the answer has yet to be discovered. But we do know where it will end…

Angry Birds Onigiri Bento Box (おにぎり)

An idea struck me when it was my son’s lunch box day on Fridays. Jon loves Onigiri, so I decided to make him an…

Dhaal Soup aka Lentil Soup

This is the most delicious, healthy and satisfying indian soup I have ever tasted. It is easy and quick to prepare. This soup is vegetarian by…

Methi Brown Rice Pulao

Methi Brown Rice Pulao is an ideal combination of delicate flavors packed with nutritional benefits. Fresh fenugreek leaves sautéed with brown…