Rotisserie chicken jump-starts this saucy noodle dish. Bruising the lemongrass and ginger releases their flavours without breaking them into pieces that are difficult to remove before serving.
Lettuce makes a healthy, crunchy wrap for this slightly hot, flavourful beef mixture to serve with rice. For less heat, reduce the chili sauce to 1 tsp (5 mL).
Sweet-tasting butternut squash is the perfect foil for spicy curry paste. If you want an extra-velvety texture, strain the soup after puréeing.
Delicious chocolate waffles are a decadent way to start the day. A dollop of whipped cream or plain yogurt both make excellent additions.
The trick to making mouthwatering meats in minutes is a good marinade. Toss the pork in a fragrant lemongrass sauce in the morning and leave it to soak up the flavours—when you get home, simply throw the chops on the grill!
This key ingredient in many Asian dishes is prized for its complex, spicy kick. To save prep time, skip the traditional mortar-and-pestle method and pulse the ingredients in a food processor to release their flavourful essential oils. The optional shrimp paste adds a delectable umami layer but can be omitted for a vegetarian version.
