Main Course

Sweet soy sauce beef ramen

Salty sweet broth, greens, beef, noodles, kamaboko and raw egg. Think sukiyaki but simpler because this instant ramen hack has fewer ingredients. Mushrooms (shimeji and enoki, especially) are good additions.

Cook time: 10

Servings: 2 people

Beef brisket and gravy

An easy and simple pot roast cooked with fresh herbs and spices. No special cooking equipment required. A thick-bottomed pot is all you need.

Cook time: 3 20

Servings: 6 people

Mapo tofu

A spicy Sichuan dish. Not only is there heat from the chilies in the doubanjiang and chili paste, there is also the numbing effect supplied by Sichuan peppercorns.

Cook time: 15

Servings: 4 people

Mandarin chicken salad

Fruity, nutty, protein-rich with just enough carbs in the form of croutons, this filling salad is a one bowl meal.

Cook time: 0

Servings: 4 people

Bandeja paisa

In our home version of the Colombian platter, chorizo, chicharron, fried egg and bananas are served with rice and beans.

Cook time: 15

Servings: 3 people

Spaghettini aglio e olio

It might surprise you to know that meat and tomato sauce are not essential components of a good pasta dish. Sometimes, good quality olive oil and fresh garlic are all you need as in the case of pasta aglio e olio.

Cook time: 10

Servings: 4 people

Fish and chips

A British classic, battered fish fillets are deep fried until golden and served with potato chips (a.k.a. French fries). Make the batter with dark beer for richer flavor and lighter crust.

Cook time: 10

Servings: 3 people

Sauteed shrimps and bok choy

Seasoned simply with garlic, ginger and fish sauce, this lovely seafood and vegetable dish cooks in ten minutes flat. Enjoy with rice for a complete meal.

Cook time: 10

Servings: 2 people