This is a great way to cook whole trout. The mushrooms add a wonderful umami element to the dish.

Thai cuisine is full of exciting and fragrant flavours, which have been used to give this pickle a little zing.

Topped with fresh chilli and spring onion, these spicy beef and eggplant cups make a tasty starter or light meal.

Balmain bugs are similar to scampi in size and flavour, they are lovely simply grilled and used here in a salad.

Sticky, spicy and delicious chilli and honey-glazed loin with mee goreng.

Pak choy is a member of the same family as bok choy with the same mild flavour.

This light garden salad of an exotic mix of herbs and crisp vegetables perfectly matches a hearty meal.

This fragrant broth does take some preparation time, but it is well worth the effort. It is an absolutely flawless soup dish.

Chilli jam is super hot and you will find a little goes a long way. If you want to decrease the heat dramatically, remove the seeds from the chillies. The jam is best poured into small jars, it will keep indefinitely if the jars have been sterilised correctly. Store in the fridge once opened.

These tapas-style snacks make for the perfect Mexican party nibbles.

For a tasty, comforting meal, try these silky prawn and coriander dumplings in a fragrant ginger chicken broth.

With hints of lemongrass, ginger and lime leaf, these steamed salmon parcels will wow your tastebuds.

A tasty side dish of beans with ginger, chilli and coconut milk from Australian Women's Weekly.

Spicy barbecued squid and cooling cucumber make a mouth-watering pair in this easy salad.

A vegetarian version of the classic Malaysian dish nasi goreng.

Tender and juicy grilled beef steak on a bed of zesty salsa from Australian Women's Weekly.

Traditional Italian vongole and chorizo linguine from Australian Women's Weekly.

Meaning 'ear' to reflect it's shape, which resembles a little ear, orecchiette is a speciality of the Apulia region in Southern Italy.

This recipe is our version of the classic Mexican "chiles rellenos", stuffed Anaheim peppers.

This stunning salmon dish is perfect for a special occasion such as Christmas.

Simplicity is best when it comes to fresh seafood, and fresh is best to match with the sharp, fragrant flavours in this Asian inspired dish.

Tamarind concentrate is available from Asian and Indian grocery stores or in the Asian section of some supermarkets. Adjust the amount of chilli in the tamarind and chilli marinade to suit your taste as it’s very hot. Note

Fresh and crunchy Vietnamese marinated beef salad from Australian Women's Weekly.

If you want to reduce the intensity of the chillies, remove their seeds and membranes before roasting. You can use chopped prawns or diced scallops instead of the crab meat if you like. You will need 3 limes for this recipe. Avocados are grown year round in Australia with varieties peaking at different times. One […]

Sweet and spicy, these stir-fried prawns on a pineapple and chilli salad make a stunning starter or lovely light lunch.

Serve with seafood or chicken. Note

Loaded with ginger, chilli and herbs, these sticky beef patties with Chinese broccoli make a delicious meal served with steamed rice.

This delicious recipe uses orecchiette, a traditional pasta from southern Italy's Puglia region, where it is made from semolina, and is served with oil, sausage and leafy greens.

Spicy and well spiced, these chilli, lime and coriander chicken skewers make a great starter or share plate for a party.

Spice up your olives to make the perfect complement to your tapas evening.

Anchovy and chilli lamb neck chops with creamy polenta from Australian Women's Weekly.

New York steak, sometimes called boneless sirloin, is a tender and tasty cut. Serve it up with home cut chips, rocket salad and this slow-roasted tomato & jalapeño ketchup for a relaxed meal with friends.

Satay originated in Indonesia, and today features prominently in Indonesian, Malaysian, Thai, Vietnamese, Chinese and African cuisines. This satay recipe is quick and deceptively simple, requiring few ingredients and minimal preparation and cooking time.

Grilled chicken in sofrito, a traditional Spanish sauce of tomato, chilli and garlic.

There's nothing yummier than wiping up the last juices from garlic and chilli prawn with a slice of fresh, crusty bread.

Fast and easy stir-fried vegetables with chilli and cashew nuts.

Corn (maize) was brought back to Europe from the US by Christopher Columbus. It has become an Italian staple in the form of polenta. In the US, corn bread may be served with butter and jam, or as an accompaniment to casseroles and other meat dishes.

The flavour you get from just a few cupboard ingredients packs an enormous flavour. It is perfect for deep-fried spring rolls, rice paper rolls, or even drizzled over a perfectly cooked steak.

You could use whole, cleaned whiting for this recipe if you prefer, just extend the cooking time a little to compensate.

This spicy risotto is cooked in a rice cooker for minimum effort and maximum flavour.

For a sophisticated Japanese entrée, try this sashimi dish served with fiery daikon, toasted nori and black sesame.

Best made just before serving, this bright and fragrant soup with juicy beef dumplings is perfect for cold winter nights. Add some extra chilli if you like more heat.

Add spice to the classic chicken roast with this piquant harissa and orange version, served with your favourite golden roasted veggies.

Colourful and exciting tamarind and chilli octopus salad from Australian Women's Weekly.

Hot sauce is the perfect condiment to use if you want to add extra spice to your meal. Spoon a little hot sauce on enchiladas, tacos or even scrambled eggs.

Grilled chicken with Thai-style pineapple, chilli and mint.

Make the perfect tapas-style dish; warm olives and chilli from Australian Women's Weekly.

Draining the tofu is an important step to ensure there isn't too much moisture while deep frying. The result is delicious, golden, crispy tofu bites.

Spicy and rich duck vindaloo from Australian Women's Weekly.

Aromatic and refreshing, these easy baked mussels are wonderful served with crusty bread.

Anchovy, chilli and lime lamb from Australian Women's Weekly.

Hot and sour (tom yum) soup is a classic Thai soup that is, as the name suggests, spicy and sour. Made well, it is a bracing and nourishing dish with strong yet perfectly balanced flavours.

Thai flavours are always so fresh and fragrant, so paired with juicy prawns this dish is a sure crowd pleaser.

It’s a lot easier to slice the steak into wafer-thin strips if you partially freeze it first. Serve immediately with steamed rice. Recipe should be prepared as required. Note

An Italian egg-based dish packed full of capsicum, red onion, potato and chilli.

Loaded with olives, herbs and juicy capsicum, this crunchy salad is easy to whip up and great for a packed lunch.

Simple, tasty and hardly any washing up!

Soy and chilli permeate the flesh of this tender, steamed fish served with a pile of greens and sweet chilli sauce.

Ravioli are little pillows of pasta stuffed with a variety of delicious fillings including meat, fish, cheese and vegetables, and they don't have to be an Italian delicacy. This ravioli with greens recipe takes the basic form and fills it with the spices and flavours of Asia.

Create this authentic Thai sour chicken curry quickly and deliciously in a pressure cooker.

Spicy sliced lamb with radish, tomato, tabbouleh in a harissa yogurt wrap.

Sweet, spicy and fragrant roast chicken marinated in a lemon, thyme and chilli sauce.

Perfect for parties, serve these simple sweet chilli and coriander prawn skewers with lime wedges and plenty of napkins.

A quick and easy mid-week stir-fry of chilli & lamb rice noodles with buk choy.

A sweet and sticky chilli orange duck and mango stir-fry.

Char siu is a popular way to flavor and prepare barbecued pork in Cantonese cuisine.

These rice-paper rolls because they have a fresh flavour, use healthy ingredients and can be made ahead of time, a real bonus!

To freeze complete recipe to the end of step 2. Transfer to an airtight container. Label, date and freeze for up to three months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Reheat in a saucepan and continue from step 3. Note

Serve with warmed tortillas and a dollop of sour cream. Note

Let your guests unwrap their own fish “package” at the table so that the spicy aroma wafts up from the plates and enlivens their appetites. Foil can be used if banana leaves are unavailable. Many supermarkets and greengrocers sell bundles of trimmed banana-leaf squares; they can also be used as placemats for an Asian meal. […]

Serving up a whole fish for dinner always makes an impact, and this powerfully spicy ginger and chilli baked fish is no exception.

These cassia spiced lamb cutlets cooked on stone, pathar ka gosht, are excellent as a starter or as part of a banquet meal.

Flaky white fish spiced with fiery green chilli is delicious served with green vegetables on steamed rice with lemon on the side.

These mini chicken meatloaves are studded with pine nuts and wrapped in prosciutto, bringing Italian flavours to an old favourite. If there are any left after dinner, they make a great lunchbox treat the next day.

The contrast between soft, silken tofu and crispy fried noodles is just one of the things that makes mee krob so utterly moreish. Good thing it's good for you too!

This savoury and delicately spiced Moroccan-style vegetables with couscous makes a hearty, healthy and delicious vegetarian meal.

A quick and easy garlic chilli pasta, perfect for those nights when you need to throw something together really quickly.

This fresh and tasty seafood dish is perfect for a Summer lunch or dinner with family and friends.

The perfect starter dish, vegetable rice paper rolls with a sweet and punchy chilli dipping sauce. They also make a great platter of party food, just make sure to have napkins on hand.

This class Thai green chicken curry, made with freshly prepared green curry paste, is a revelation; fragrant, spicy, creamy and delicious. Serve with steamed rice and lime wedges.

This Thai seafood soup will certainly warm you up, with plenty of herbs, garlic cloves and red chillies.

Packed with spicy vegetables, juicy chicken and seasoning, whip up this salad in fifteen minutes.

Steaming this fabulous Thai-style steamed fish is best done in a bamboo steamer, but if you have a metal one just loosely wrap the whole parcel in baking paper.

A spicy salsa perfect as a dip or sauce for platters, share plates or tapas. This tomato chilli salsa is great served as a dip with fresh vegetables, as a condiment with steak or on a burger.

A versatile and delicious creamy pasta sauce that makes a perfect easy mid-week dinner. You can use any pasta you like for this recipe, we chose penne because so much delicious sauce sticks to every piece.

A rich and intense beef stew from Trinidad that boasts five spices, as well as chilli, hot curry powder, ginger and garlic. Best to have some yoghurt or milk on hand!

This recipe can be made a day ahead.

Shredded makrut lime leaves and fresh lime juice add a real zing to this chicken, chilli and kaffir lime stir-fry.

Deliciously fragrant and spicy, this Thai-style red curry paste is the perfect base for many savoury Asian dishes.