Fast Recipes

Garlic shoots, green peppercorns and fish sauce are the heroes of this dish. Remember that fried rice is best cooked when the rice is dried out and firm from the day before.

Pairing strawberries with goat's curd makes for a different take on strawberries and cream. Basil, pepper and balsamic join the party, too, for a simple and refined dessert.

Using radicchio instead of butter lettuce leaves to wrap the pork adds a pleasing bitter touch, balancing the sweet pork and the spicy tofu. If bitterness isn't your thing, use cos leaves instead.

To add that hibachi flavour without the fuss, char the marinated chicken on a wire rack set over a gas flame instead of in a pan before you roast it (it will need a little longer in the oven).

Combining bacon, eggs, avocado and charred sourdough, this twist on a Caesar salad works as breakfast, lunch or dinner. The creamy avocado is a good foil for the smoky bacon and piquant anchovies.

Char-grilled sausages paired with a robust salad makes for a perfect autumn meal.

Prosciutto, peperonata and provolone rolls recipe - For peperonata, heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat, add onion and garlic and sauté until translucent (4-5 minutes).

Get that sought-after crisp skin every time with this trick.

Source top-shelf anchovies for these sandwiches, and you'll be handsomely rewarded.

Ham-and-cheese-filled pasta, burnt butter and fresh asparagus – this recipe speaks for itself.

Use whatever stale sourdough you have on hand for the panzanella - dark rye, for instance, will add extra complexity to this simple Tuscan tomato and bread salad.

Mozzarella is tossed through this simple pasta sauce until it melts and coats the pasta. It's just the right amount of rich for a spring dish.

Simple blanched asparagus makes a no-fuss accompaniment to this steak, but for a smokier, nuttier flavour, toss the spears on the grill while the T-bones are cooking.

This is far from the traditional basil pesto, but it has nuts and parmesan in the mix. The name derives from the Italian word "pestare", to pound. We've sped things up with a food processor.

These individual serves of tiramisù with a twist are ready to eat straight away, but are also good a day or two later when the flavours have melded.

A simple but elegant dish that works beautifully as either a main or a side.

Cooking the leek in the sopressa oil adds extra flavour to this Italianate spin on a bacon and egg roll. If spice isn't your thing, use flat pancetta in place of sopressa.

The toasted walnuts in this rice bowl offer not only delicious nuttiness, but also great texture with the cauliflower and the silken tofu - a vegetarian weeknight winner.

You can't go wrong with pesto pasta. In this take on the Ligurian classic, we've swapped pine nuts for pistachios and we think it's better - don't tell Nonna.

Blood oranges, if they're around, are beautiful here, but navels or even grapefruit work well.

This is probably one of the quickest desserts to make and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. If you're in a rush, drop the candied hazelnuts and add grated coffee beans on top instead.

Add extra char to your tortillas by toasting them over a stove flame for a few seconds each side, then microwave them covered with a tea towel for 10 seconds to keep them nice and soft.

Tofu poke bowl with pickled carrot recipe - For pickled carrot, combine ingredients in a bowl, season to taste and stand at room temperature to pickle for 1 hour.

Lamb, pea and mint are a perfect combination for spring. We've given this dish a Lebanese (and gluten-free) twist.

We've spiked this larb with aniseed. It's a natural partner to pork and adds an extra flavour dimension to this simple dish.

Green bomb snapper poke recipe - Bring rice, 500ml water and 1 tsp salt to a simmer in a saucepan, then reduce heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook without uncovering for 20 minutes.

If you've got the time, toast the quinoa in a little grapeseed oil until it's golden brown before adding the water - it adds a great nutty flavour that works well with the asparagus.

Tuna K-poke recipe - Place rice, kombu, 750ml water and 1 tsp sea salt in a saucepan, bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook without uncovering for 50 minutes.

We've lightened things up here by using cauliflower rice instead of basmati. The currants soaked in vinegar are the ideal foil to the richness of the lamb.

Chinese sausage, Shaoxing wine and black vinegar add amazing flavour, while a fragrant ginger and chilli bean paste takes the dish to another level. Lay on some steamed rice to mop up the juices.

Swapping flour for hazelnut meal adds a great nuttiness that complements the flavours in this dish nicely.

Serve this simple soup just with bread or toast or add a seafood element by placing thinly sliced sashimi-grade scallops or fish in the serving bowls before ladling in the hot soup.

These ricotta and spinach dumplings are surprisingly quick to make. We've laced them with dill, but marjoram also works well, as does some crumbled feta for a spanakopita-inspired twist.

Put miso's salty notes to work in a simple dessert that can be whipped up any night of the week.

A modern take on the classic French chicken chasseur.

Italian sloppy Joes recipe - Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over high heat, add onion and chopped garlic and sauté until golden (2-3 minutes). Add beef and brown well, breaking up lumps with a wooden spoon

Minestrone needn't take hours of your time to prepare. This version uses a few tasty shortcuts to cut the cooking time but not the flavour.

A modern take on the classic Italian dish.

Furikake lamb rack with carrot-ginger puree recipe - Preheat oven to 220C. Toss carrots in 40ml olive oil in a roasting pan, season and roast until tender (15-20 minutes).

Steak with sweet and sour beetroot and horseradish crème fraiche recipe - For sweet and sour beetroot, bring wine, vinegar, sugar, spices, reserved silverbeet stems and 125ml water to the boil in a saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Season to taste

A quick and easy midweek meal.

Baked rhubarb with orange and citrus mascarpone recipe - Preheat oven to 200C. Toss rhubarb with sugar, orange juice, sliced orange and coriander seeds in a baking dish to coat.

An ultra-luxe take on everyday eggs and soldiers.

With a sprinkle of baharat for extra spice.

Mortadella breakfast sandwich recipe - For pita, combine flour, olive oil and ½ tsp salt in an electric mixer fitted with a dough hook and mix to combine.

Spiced lamb chops with silverbeet, chickpeas and yoghurt recipe - Preheat oven to 200C. Combine spices and ½ tsp salt in a bowl, then rub generously all over lamb to coat well.

At its simplest, this is just rice and egg. But add some soy sauce and dashi stock, and it's a world of comfort and flavour.

Fennel and fish is a stellar combination. Make the most of fennel's availability in the cooler months with simple dishes like this one.

Fried egg and salami sandwich recipe - For fried herb sauce, heat oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat until shimmering, add sage and fry for 20 seconds until crisp, remove with a slotted spoon,

A speedy update on the classic self-saucing pudding formula.

Whether for breakfast, lunch or dinner, rice bowls are tasty and satisfying.

Don't restrict your pesto-making to summer; this walnut-parsley version makes the most of what's in season in winter.

Big pork and prosciutto meatballs with polenta recipe - Blend tomato, onion, garlic and herbs in a blender until smooth. Tip mixture into a large saucepan

For a twist on your regular morning coffee fix, try this honey and fig jam cappuccino featuring Nespresso's Tribute to Milano Limited Edition capsules. As sweet and satisfying as it sounds.

Pork sausage and Swiss cheese on toasted rye with sauerkraut recipe - For sauerkraut, combine cabbage, salt and caraway seeds in a bowl. Toss to combine, massage cabbage briefly, then stand until cabbage starts to wilt (30 minutes).

T-bone steaks with garlic buttered mushrooms and mash recipe - Preheat oven to 200C. Cover potato with cold salted water, bring to the boil and cook until tender when pierced (10-15 minutes).

Five-cheese and ham triple-decker toastie recipe - Preheat oven to 180C. Stir ricotta, cheddar, provolone and parmesan in a bowl to combine, and season to taste.

Cauliflower and cheese, the perfect match.

This is comfort food in bowl.

For a dish that's light yet satisfying, it's hard to go past a bowl of miso soup.

Think polenta is bland? Think again.

Caramelised pears with honey and fennel seeds recipe - Melt butter in a large frying pan over medium-high heat until foaming, add pears and fry, turning occasionally, until beginning to caramelise (5-6 minutes).

Crumbed flathead with crunchy slaw recipe - Preheat oven to 200C and put a roasting pan into heat. Combine potato and olive oil in a bowl, season to taste

Your new go-to dinner.

Pikelets with pear jam recipe - For jam, combine ingredients and 1 tbsp water in a large frying pan, over medium heat and stir until sugar dissolves.

A lighter take on the creamy soup.

It's hard to turn down crisp, fried tofu.

Chilli dogs with pickled jalapeño and coriander recipe - Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat, add onion and garlic, and sauté until starting to soften (2-3 minutes).

Punchy chorizo steals the show in this bake of cauliflower, chicken and leek, with hints of oregano adding some autumn flavours to this quick and tasty dinner.

This quick Eton mess-style dessert swaps out berries for kiwis drizzled with a ginger and lime syrup.

Fritters are a weeknight staple, and any leftovers make for a great sandwich filling the next day.

This classic Italian saltimbocca is easy to make. If you can't find veal, use chicken instead.

For simple fish and chips use the best and freshest fish you can find. Malt vinegar and plenty of lemon give it the perfect kick.

This bright red tomato tart is quick to make and perfect for your autumn picnic spread.

These quick meat-loaded Cuban sandwiches make for a hearty lunch. Add extra marinade on the side for more zing.

For maximum flavour cook this quick turmeric-spiced chicken on the barbecue - coal or wood will give the best result.

This super quick stir-fry with beef and a fried egg brings the heat thanks to the red chilli.

This warm potato salad gets a boost from the flavourful lemon-butter dressing.

All-day noodles with fried egg and Furikake recipe- Cook noodles in a large saucepan of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally to prevent noodles sticking together.

This brightly coloured pumpkin, corn and lentil bowl makes for a picture-perfect lunch.

This nicely textured spelt, cashew and broccoli salad transports well, making it ideal for picnics or to take to barbecues. The broccoli can be kept raw and shaved on a mandolin, too.

This simple dessert is sure to be a hit at any summer party. Add some crunchy granola to make a tasty breakfast dish.

A quick and easy salad that sings with that sesame-miso dressing.

Grilled corn adds texture to this chilled avocado soup. Season with smoked paprika for an earthy spice.

Millet is cooked pilaf-style for this salad to add extra flavour. It makes the perfect vehicle for a lemon-laden dressing along with shreds of poached chicken and plenty of peas.

This carrot and almond hummus is perfect for entertaining. Add grilled chicken and a herb salad to turn it into a delicious lunch.

It takes no time for roast barramundi: here, we've served a golden fillet with a kale, fennel and broccoli slaw and a scattering of dukkah to liven things up.

Almond milk Bircher muesli makes for an ideal breakfast, though we've been know to eat this for dessert, too.

This seared beef and green papaya salad packs a punch with its lime-chilli dressing.

Top-notch tomatoes and anchovies make all the difference here.

This fruit fool recipe, lightened up with yoghurt and blueberries, can be made ahead - cover and refrigerate for up to six hours before serving.

A fish dish that's made for the warmer months.

This versatile sumac and coriander lamb cutlets with green hummus recipe will work with whatever soft herbs you have on hand - it's a great way to use up leftover bunches.

Quick to make and full of rich Spanish tomato and garlic flavours, our recipe for a chorizo and asparagus salad with chimichurri makes for a solid summer dinner.

Salty, sweet and sour, these grilled prawns with tamarind make a perfect match for the coconut rice and juicy watermelon in this recipe.

This flatbread is quick and easy - the perfect vehicle for the herb-powered green tahini yoghurt, chilli-spiked lamb köfte and fresh herb salad.

This zucchini, ricotta and feta quesadillas recipe is a really simple vegetarian dinner that will satisfy everyone, and a no-brainer for the barbecue.

This chilled Sichuan chicken salad packs a mouth-numbing punch. Double the recipe for an enviable work lunch the next day.

A quick weeknight dish filled with seasonal green vegetables and lots of parmesan.

This is a simple chicken and green bean dish, inspired by Kylie Kwong, and packed full of flavour.