Asian

Ready-made meatballs are a time-pressed cook’s friend – here, kicap manis, an Indonesian sweetened soy sauce, makes a rich and aromatic glaze that takes them to the next level

Marinate the chicken in the sticky soy mixture up to 24 hours ahead for a super-speedy dinner. It’ll make it extra juicy and flavoursome, too.

Condiments are always part of a Sri Lankan spread, and mallung is a common one. Here, broccoli replaces the usual leafy green veg.

Marinated king prawns from the chiller cabinet help create this perfect mash-up of two food cultures

A deeply aromatic spice mix unique to Sri Lanka. This makes more than you need, but it stores for a month.

Our smashed cucumber and pork Szechuan stir-fry recipe is a satisfying main packed with spices

This protein-packed noodle salad is as delicious as it is vibrant. Cashew butter adds a creamy richness to the soy dressing, while toasted nuts add crunch

This Asian dressing, reminiscent of a spicy peanut satay, is a great way to power up fresh salad vegetables. Butter beans give the salad a bit of body and add a lovely creamy texture as well.

A speedy Thai prawn bowl packed with flavour