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Oriental

Eastern feasting at its very best with hints of Japanese, Chinese and Thai to enjoy!

 
 
Chilled Lemon Grass and Coriander VichyssoiseServes 4

Chilled Lemon Grass and Coriander Vichyssoise

Although leeks are the traditional ingredient in a vichyssoise, the inclusion of lemon grass instead gives the soup a wonderful citrusy oriental flavour that really lends itself to serving chilled.

 
 
Coconut Ice Cream With Lime SyrupServes 4-6 – makes 1½ pints (850 ml)

Coconut Ice Cream With Lime Syrup

Coconut milk powder is a brilliant ingredient when making coconut ice cream and, along with the lime syrup, gives this refreshing dessert more than a little Thai flavour.

 
 
Chinese Steamed Trout with Ginger and Spring OnionsServes 2

Chinese Steamed Trout with Ginger and Spring Onions

Who says healthy food has to be worthy? This lovely steamed trout recipe is packed with freshness and flavour and is a real treat for two.

 
 
Chinese Stir-fried Chicken with Shiitake Mushrooms and Purple Sprouting BroccoliServes 2

Chinese Stir-fried Chicken with Shiitake Mushrooms and Purple Sprouting Broccoli

Purple sprouting broccoli has a short spring season so enjoy it to the full with this quick and easy stir-fry recipe packed with flavour and low in fat. Then, when the purple sprouting variety has gone, use standard broccoli instead.

 
 
Chinese Stir-fried Prawns with Purple Sprouting Broccoli and CashewsServes 2

Chinese Stir-fried Prawns with Purple Sprouting Broccoli and Cashews

Purple sprouting broccoli, like runner beans, is such a joy to eat just as it is, so it's good to make the most of its short season in the garden by serving it often. I like it simply steamed and tossed with just a trace of butter. For a change, I so

 
 
Chicken Tikka KebabServes 1

Chicken Tikka Kebab

These are little chicken kebabs, marinated in a spicy yoghurt mixture for several hours – after which they almost melt in the mouth!

 
 
Chinese Stir-fried Chicken with Broccoli and MushroomsServes 1

Chinese Stir-fried Chicken with Broccoli and Mushrooms

Chinese-style recipes are often perfect for one, because many of them are made at top speed. The trouble is that Westerners are often inclined to add a little extra cooking time, and the end result can be just that little bit overdone. However, pract

 
 
Chinese Crispy Beef Stir-fryServes 2

Chinese Crispy Beef Stir-fry

Chopsticks at the ready: like all stir-fries, this flavourful recipe is quick and easy to make and is a great way to eke out a piece of steak for two people.

 
 
Chinese Stir-fried Green VegetablesServes 2

Chinese Stir-fried Green Vegetables

The principle of stir-frying involves speed of cooking with a high heat. As the vegetables come into contact with the hot surface of the pan or wok, the heat seals in the flavour and all the nutrients are retained. It's not essential to have a wok, b

 
 
Chinese Stir-fried Green VegetablesServes 2

Chinese Stir-fried Green Vegetables

The principle of stir-frying involves speed of cooking with a high heat. As the vegetables come into contact with the hot surface of the pan or wok, the heat seals in the flavour and all the nutrients are retained. It's not essential to have a wok, b