Recipe Collections Archives - Gourmet Traveller https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:31:25 +0000 en-AU hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.5 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/03/cropped-GT-logo.jpg Recipe Collections Archives - Gourmet Traveller https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/ 32 32 231572871 Our best rhubarb recipes (pies, tarts, crumbles and more) https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/rhubarb-recipes-14481/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:58:41 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/rhubarb-recipes-14481 From rhubarb pies to classic puddings, these rhubarb recipes are sure to be on high rotation this season.

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Call it the backbone of a good crumble, but a fruit it is not. A perennial vegetable from the buckwheat family, rhubarb is recognised for its crimson stalks and tart bite: pale green varieties lean sharp and acidic, while deeper red stems are softer and delicately sour. Returning year after year from the same stubborn root crown, it can persist for decades, anchoring itself through seasons of frost and regrowth, where winter chill coaxes the plant into dormancy before spring’s resurgence.

Then there’s forced rhubarb – a crop that reads like a nyctophile. Popularised in northern England, it’s grown in pitch-black sheds or under upturned pots, deprived of sunlight to trick it into rapid growth and heightened sweetness. So responsive is the plant hiding there in the dark, that it can be heard crackling as it stretches upwards. Harvested by candlelight to preserve the process, romance, it seems, is not dead – it simply resides in Yorkshire.

Whether you bake it in an easy, steaming winter pie or turn it into a sticky jam, the possibilities with rhubarb are endless. Here are our best rhubarb recipes for sweet tooths and savoury fanatics alike.

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Rhubarb desserts

Rhubarb galette

Rhubarb galette

Galettes are one of the easiest pastries to prepare – the more rustic it looks, the better.
Rhubarb and raspberry brownie

Rhubarb and raspberry brownie

A classic rich chocolate brownie, dotted with the fruity flavours of rhubarb and raspberries. It’s perfect dessert to take to a picnic.
Rhubarb and yoghurt twists

Rhubarb and yoghurt twists

The yoghurt in this dough makes for an ultra-light and fluffy texture, and also helps these twists keep well – they stay fresh for a couple of days.
Rhubarb millefeuille

Rhubarb millefeuille

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for rhubarb millefeuille from The Cove in Hobart, Tasmania.
Rhubarb and chocolate tart

Rhubarb and chocolate tart

This tart is easy to whip up if you have shortcrust pastry on hand. The tangy rhubarb is a great match for the rich but slightly bitter chocolate.
Rhubarb and strawberry lattice pie

Rhubarb and strawberry lattice pie

Fruit compote in a sugar-flecked sweet crust? It’s a hard act to beat. When it comes to dessert, everyone will want a piece of this rhubarb and strawberry lattice pie.

Savoury rhubarb dishes

O Tama Carey’s rhubarb achcharu

O Tama Carey’s rhubarb achcharu

This sweet and hot rhubarb achacharu, a Sri Lankan pickled vegetable mix made with mustard seeds and ginger, perfectly complements O Tama Carey’s black beef brisket recipe, or any other rich meat dish.

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14481 Rhubarb-strawberry milk bun pudding Coconut rice pudding with star anise and rhubarb in white ramekin on white and pink serving plates. Rhubarb galette Rhubarb and apple pie with warm cinnamon custard Baked rhubarb with orange and cardamom Rhubarb and raspberry brownie Rhubarb, lime and coconut slice Rhubarb and apple tarte Tatin with Calvados ice-cream Rhubarb and chamomile tart Roasted rhubarb and mandarin frangipane tart with thyme Rhubarb crumble Rhubarb and yoghurt twists Rhubarb millefeuille Thick ricotta pancake with roast rhubarb Baked rhubarb with orange and citrus mascarpone Rhubarb spelt tart Caramel pudding with crème fraîche, rhubarb and vanilla Sugar-crusted rhubarb hand pies Liège-style waffles with rhubarb-vanilla jam recipe Rhubarb and chocolate tart Rhubarb, strawberry and pink peppercorn crumble with chamomile ice-cream Rhubarb dumplings Rhubarb and custard bread pudding Rhubarb and strawberry tart with candied pistachio and fennel seeds Rhubarb and strawberry puddings with ricotta gelato Rhubarb and strawberry lattice pie Rhubarb, brown sugar and fennel pie Rhubarb and custard brown-sugar waffles Rhubarb-hazelnut puddings with brown sugar-brandy custard Vincent’s bread and butter pudding with rhubarb compote Rice pudding fritters with rhubarb and winter strawberry jam Rhubarb and berry Linzertorte Rhubarb Louise cake Curtis Stone's rhubarb, pomegranate and hazelnut crumble Rhubarb and raspberry crostata Apple, rhubarb and raspberry pie with toasted almond ice-cream Sharbat-e beh limoo (quince-lime sherbet) Duck liver pate with rhubarb compote and fennel salad Roast pork with rhubarb and rosemary jelly Persian lamb with rhubarb and chelow O Tama Carey’s rhubarb achcharu Roast duck with orange and rhubarb Raw fish, buttermilk, ginger, rhubarb and fennel Pheasant and ham hock terrine with rhubarb-apple chutney gourmettraveller-14481
Our top 20 meatball recipes: from classic Italian to modern favourites https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/meatball-recipes-14884/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 03:31:08 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/meatball-recipes-14884 Roll up, roll up, it's meatball season.

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Making meatballs is an exercise in comfort. There’s something deeply satisfying about rolling seasoned mince into neat polpette or football-shaped kibbeh, knowing that a handful of simple ingredients will transform into something greater than the sum of its parts. In this collection, we’ve gathered meatball recipes of every size and style: from tiny chicken meatballs simmered in orzo soup with silverbeet and feta to oversized pork and prosciutto meatballs served atop creamy polenta. Whether baked, braised, fried or gently poached, these hearty recipes are guaranteed to deliver warmth, flavour and plenty of satisfaction.

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Big pork and prosciutto meatballs with polenta recipe
(Credits: William Meppem)

Big pork and prosciutto meatballs with polenta

Spaghetti and meatballs
(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

Spaghetti and meatballs

Ceramic platter with meatballs, tomato sauce and beans
(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

Braised sobrasada meatballs

Beef koftas with green couscous and pistachio nuts
(Credits: William Meppem (main))

Beef koftas with green couscous and pistachio nuts

A flat black cast-iron pan with small fried meatballs, sprinkled with white sesame seeds.
(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

Pork and shiitake meatballs meatballs with sweet soy

Tiny chicken meatball and orzo soup with silverbeet and feta
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Tiny chicken meatball and orzo soup with silverbeet and feta

Kibbeh
(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

Kibbeh

Lamb meatballs with tahini and pine nut sauce
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Lamb meatballs with tahini and pine nut sauce

Soy pork and ginger meatballs with hoisin greens and rice
(Credits: William Meppem)

Pork and ginger meatballs with choy sum

Baked pork and veal meatball sub
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Baked pork and veal meatball sub

Polpetti with roasted tomato sauce and pappardelle
(Credits: William Meppem)

Polpetti with roasted tomato sauce and pappardelle

Lamb meatballs, risoni, yogurt and cucumber
(Credits: Mark Roper)

Lamb meatballs, risoni, yogurt and cucumber

Sticky soy-glazed meatball skewers
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Sticky soy-glazed meatball skewers

Paprika beef meatballs with sour cream and crisp onion
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Paprika beef meatballs with sour cream and crisp onion

Pork and fennel meatball strozzapreti with braised chicory and chilli

Lamb meatballs with burghul, yoghurt and mint
(Credits: William Meppem)

Lamb meatballs with burghul yoghurt and mint

Veal and ricotta meatballs with salsa verde
(Credits: William Meppem)

Veal and ricotta meatballs with salsa verde

Giant meatballs stuffed with mozzarella

Veal and sweetbread meatballs with avgolemono
(Credits: William Meppem)

Veal and sweetbread meatballs with avgolemono

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From sticky Korean wings to Southern classics: our best fried chicken recipes https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/fried-chicken-recipes-14755/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:30:23 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/fried-chicken-recipes-14755 Crunchy, juicy and irresistible.

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Golden, crunchy and impossible to stop at just one piece, fried chicken is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Whether you favour classic Southern-style chicken, fiery Nashville hot chicken or the shatteringly crisp appeal of Korean fried chicken, there’s a recipe here to satisfy every craving.

Our collection spans the globe, from Korean fried chicken burgers and Taiwanese fried chicken to Malay fried chicken scented with curry leaves and Indonesian-inspired takes. You’ll also find smoked chicken wings, spicy fried chicken alla diavola and sweet-savoury favourites such as fried chicken and waffles with palm sugar glaze. The common denominator? Easy-to-master recipes that offer restaurant-quality fried chicken at home, bragging rights included.

For game days, family dinners and weekend feasts alike, these are the fried chicken recipes worth getting your hands dirty for. Go on, skip the drive-through and try your hand at them.

While fried chicken holds its own, you may also like to serve them with a fresh component like:

But we’re not judging if you want to go all out instead, a la Sunda’s classic chicken and waffle pairing.

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Our top 18 recipes for crispy fried chicken at home

Fried chicken and coleslaw rolls

Fried chicken and coleslaw rolls

The fried chicken served at St Katherine’s restaurant in Melbourne is the inspiration behind this recipe. You’ll need to begin it a day ahead.

The 411 on fried chicken

What is the secret to making good fried chicken?

The secret to making good fried chicken boils down to a combination of techniques, not just one secret ingredient. The perfect balance involves an acidic marinade (like buttermilk) for tenderising and flavour, a starch-heavy dredge (you can use something like cornstarch) for extra crunch and controlled oil temperatures. Of course, it helps not to overcrowd the pan too.

When frying chicken, do you dip in egg or flour first?

When frying your chicken, our recipes generally recommend dipping your chicken in flour first. If dipping into egg afterwards, this will give the wet egg wash a dry, textured surface to stick to.

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14755 Moon Mart's Korean fried chicken Buttermilk fried chicken with waffles Nashville hot chicken Fried chicken and coleslaw rolls Korean fried chicken Fried chicken with garlic butter Fried chicken wings with blue-cheese sauce Crisp chicken wings with fried shallots and red wine vinegar Salt and pepper chicken drumettes with cucumber salad Padang chilli fried chicken (Ayam goreng balado) Southern fried chicken with smoky maple caramel Fried chicken alla diavola Korean fried chicken burger Quick-fire fried chicken Taiwanese fried chicken Deep-fried chicken with finger-lime sauce Fried chicken burger with smoky mayo, cos and pickles Malay fried chicken with curry leaves gourmettraveller-14755
From deep-fried tofu to a Sichuanese classic: 30 of our best tofu recipes for easy, flavourful meals https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/tofu-recipes-16800/ Thu, 04 Jun 2026 02:13:22 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/tofu-recipes-16800 If you're not convinced about tofu, you've been eating it all wrong.

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If you’re not convinced about tofu, you’ve been eating it all wrong. Affordable, smooth in texture and nutty in flavour, not to mention, endlessly versatile, tofu earns its place in every cook’s repertoire. Our tofu recipes traverse the Asian continent, and then some. Whether cubed and highlighted in the Sichuanese classic that is mapo tofu (or Sunda’s lamb mapo tofu variation), served crisp and golden or showcased in its silken form, it readily absorbs bold flavours while bringing texture and substance to a dish.

When it comes to choosing your tofu, the delicate texture of the silken variety is best suited for cold dishes, or gently simmered in broths just before serving. If the recipe calls for silken tofu to be deep-fried, treat it gently. Firm tofu, meanwhile, holds its own in braises. Store any unused tofu in an airtight container filled with water, and use within a couple of days.

These recipes highlight tofu’s range, offering everything from healthy weeknight meals to dishes worthy of a leisurely weekend table. Without further adieu, here are our favourite tofu recipes for easy, flavourful meals.

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Kimchi jjigae

Kimchi jjigae

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for kimchi jjigae, Korean pork stew.
Hiyayakko

Hiyayakko

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for hiyayakko.
Tofu poke bowl with pickled carrot

Tofu poke bowl with pickled carrot

Tofu poke bowl with pickled carrot recipe – For pickled carrot, combine ingredients in a bowl, season to taste and stand at room temperature to pickle for 1 hour.

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16800 Oven-baked Thai curry with pumpkin and tofu Mushroom mapo tofu Ma po doufu Agedashi tofu topped with bonito flakes and green onion Spicy silken tofu Salt-and-pepper tofu with braised eggplant Kimchi jjigae Kung pao tofu with sesame crumb. Tofu with chilli jam and spring onions Stir-fried lettuce with garlic and oyster sauce Hiyayakko Stir-fried sweet potato noodles with tofu Japanese inspired Sweet tofu doughnuts with yuzu salted caramel Neil Perry: Braised tofu, family-style, with black vinegar Chargrilled broccolini and tofu salad with soy-yuzu dressing orange-bowl-filled-with fennel-salad-next-to-a-plate-with-whipped-tofu tart topped with zucchini flowers and more fennel salad. Ma po tofu in a white bowl with a green napkin and brass cutlery in the background Drunken corn and ginger stir-fry with silken tofu recipe Tofu poke bowl with pickled carrot Braised tofu and winter melon Pork and tofu soup Victor Liong's masterstock-braised meats and tofu Pork, prawn and tofu fritters with salted chilli sauce Peanut-butter tofu buns with burnt chilli mayo Pan-fried pei pa tofu with Chinese sausage and prawns (heung jin pei pa doufu) Deep-fried tofu, caraway, pickled cucumber and bacon sauce Laksa with tofu, eggs and snake beans Miso broth with tofu and mushrooms Deep-fried tofu with stir-fried lettuce and bacon Cold tofu with vinegar, garlic and soy gourmettraveller-16800
More than 100 easy dinner recipes for busy weeknights https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/easy-dinner-recipes-18277/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 01:52:32 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/easy-dinner-recipes-18277 Our favourite simple recipes for getting dinner on the table, stat.

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Need to get dinner on the table without the usual weeknight scramble? These easy dinner recipes are designed for busy evenings, with easy-to-find ingredients, straightforward prep and minimal cooking time. In fact, you’ll get many of these simple dinners out in 30 minutes – without compromising on flavour. The ones that take a little bit longer (but are still ready in under an hour) are simple recipes that don’t involve too many steps.

Whether you’re feeding a family, catering to picky eaters and dietary preferences or cooking for one, you’ll find reliable options that don’t require a long shopping list or clean-up time. From speedy spaghetti with flavour-packed sauces and one-pan dinners to fuss-free curries, stir-fries and tray bakes, these easy dinners make mealtimes stress-free. Set the timer, dinner is on its way. Here are our top dinner recipes primed for busy weeknights.

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Our best easy dinner ideas for fuss-free cooking in 2026

Pork katsu with sweet potato mash and gochujang-lime butter
(Credits: James Moffatt)

Crisp and creamy, katsu is always a crowd-pleaser and comes together in 35 minutes.

Almond-crusted snapper with buttermilk dressing and summer slaw
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Inspired by Australiana, green and gold combine in this fresh and easy midweek fish dish that’s ready in half an hour.

Oven-baked Thai curry with pumpkin and tofu
Oven-baked Thai curry with pumpkin and tofu (Credits: James Moffatt)

Prep for 15 minutes and then let the oven do the heavy lifting.

Spaghetti alla puttanesca
(Credits: Chris Chen)

Pasta from the pantry. A quick sauce. This two-step puttanesca is a no-brainer for a midweek meal.

Roast chicken with white wine, porcini and sage sauce
(Credits: James Moffatt)

This is the Italian version of marry-me chicken that comes together in one pan for minimal washing and effort.

Spinach and ricotta ravioli
(Credits: Chris Chen)

When it comes to these filled quadrilaterals, it pays to think outside the square: we use wonton wrappers for ease.

Cheat’s radicchio risotto with porcini and sage.
Cheat’s radicchio risotto with porcini and sage. (Credits: Photo: James Moffatt / Styling: Maxwell Adey)

Bittersweet radicchio and porcini bring depth to this easy weeknight mushroom risotto.

Oregano and honey pork cutlets with watermelon Greek salad
(Credits: James Moffatt)

A balanced meal packed with flavour, ready in 35 minutes.

Korean cauliflower curry on black bowl with a bowl of rice and spoon to the side on a yellow background.
(Credits: Brett Stevens)

Sweet and savoury with a splash of spice, this Korean cauliflower curry makes for an easy addition to the weeknight meal rotation.

Roast baby snapper with potatoes, lemon and capers
(Credits: James Moffatt)

A fish dish where the prep involves placing everything in one pan and letting the oven do the work.

Crunchy garlic and tomato pasta on white and blue cooking pan with scattered basil leaves.
(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

A non-intimidating staple tomato pasta dish in Mediterranean households — and soon yours, too.

Pork skewers with chimichurri, salad and lemon in dark green bowl alongside grilled potatoes in a pink bowl.
(Credits: James Moffatt)

Fire up the barbecue and get sizzling with these punchy pork skewers.

Hot-smoked salmon and pearl barley salad on white plate with avocado dill dressing on side.
(Credits: James Moffatt)

This hot-smoked ocean trout recipe makes for a delicious and fresh weeknight dinner.

Chickpeas with steamed eggplant and harissa on white bowl with a pink bowl of guindilla chillies.
(Credits: James Moffatt)

Steamed eggplant gives this dish the perfect hit of umami. Ready in 30 minutes.

Photo: Alicia Taylor

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

Ready in under half an hour, this convenient and substantial frittata is for lazy just-came-home-from-work dinners.

Linguine with lemon chilli and parmesan on white and blue serving platter.
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

This perfectly balanced linguine is enhanced by zesty lemon and a kick of spice.

Chicken braised in white wine  with mascarpone
(Credits: Chris Chen)

A final stir-through of mascarpone takes this breezy one-pot midweek dish to another level.

paghetti alla carbonara (spaghetti with carbonara)

Spaghetti alla carbonara

(Credits: William Meppem)

The proper way to make this easy Italian classic.

Dish of oven baked chicken with chilli and ginger dressing with side salad.
(Credits: James Moffatt)

A twist on Hainanese chicken and rice, this version is easy to prepare.

Greek lamb meatballs recipe with orzo, tomato-garlic sauce and fried oregano
(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

A quick and easy lamb meatballs recipe primed for weeknight dinners. Ready in 40 minutes.

Rice noodle salad with grilled steak, lime and Vietnamese mint
(Credits: Will Horner)

A quick, satisfying meal that punches above its weight in the flavour game.

Beetroot, feta and lentil salad.
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

We all know someone who thinks salads are boring. Consider them converted with this simple flavour-packed number.

Lamb cutlets with feta skordalia and micro herbs on white plate with gold spoon and fork.
Lamb cutlets with feta skordalia and crushed olives (Credits: James Moffatt)

Our Greek-style lamb cutlets, finished with traditional feta skordalia and crushed olives, is ideal for weeknight cooking. Opa!

Stuffed eggplants filled with shredded chicken and topped with mozzarella and herbs
Papoutsakia recipe (Credits: John Paul Urizar)

A comforting eggplant recipe that epitomises the big-flavoured goodness of Greek home cooking.

Ouzo saffron and garlic mussels
(Credits: James Moffatt)

Garlic and saffron are the spice stars in this simple three-step seafood dish.

Barramundi recipe with Grenobloise sauce and colcannon
(Credits: James Moffatt)

A comforting pan-fried barramundi recipe with Grenobloise sauce and colcannon makes for one quick and easy dinner.

Green peppercorn chicken roast recipe with spring vegetables
(Credits: Jeremy Simons)

This dinner-ready recipe for green peppercorn chicken proves that a roast can be perfect for midweek meals.

Aerial view of a bowl of noodles with prawns, mint and tomatoes.

Photo: James Moffat

(Credits: James Moffat)

Fresh, fast and flavourful: this is the easy way to make prawns a midweek meal.

Welsh rarebit steak with butter beans
(Credits: James Moffatt)

A scotch fillet steak recipe for dinner — with a golden, cheesy twist.

Paper baked snapper recipe with artichokes and mushrooms.
(Credits: James Moffatt)

A fuss-free snapper recipe ideal for family dinners.

An aerial view of a bowl with ajvar orecchiette with crusty bread on the side.

Ajvar orecchiette with ricotta and dill

(Credits: Jeremy Simons)

An impressive pasta dish that’s perfect for any day of the week.

easy dinner recipes: prawn and pork noodles

Salt and pepper prawn and pork noodles

(Credits: Jeremy Simons)

A flavour-packed noodle dish that requires very little time and effort.

A plate of seared beef tossed through a palm sugar and coconut slaw.

Seared beef with palm sugar and coconut slaw

(Credits: Jeremy Simons)

A fast, everyday salad recipe that doesn’t skimp on flavour.

An aerial view of a warm mixed bean salad with chickpeas and topped with mozzarella.

Warm mixed bean, chickpea and mozzarella salad

(Credits: Jeremy Simons)

This quick and easy dinner-worthy salad comes together in minutes.

Aerial image of two lamb cutlets on top of a couscous salad with lemon and herbs.

Photo: John Paul Urizar

(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

Lamb doesn’t have to be a long drawn out cook. These roasted lamb racks are ready for the plate within 30 minutes, salad and all.

Chana masala, chickpea curry

Chana masala

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

A comfort bowl that’s ready in a matter of minutes.

An aerial view of an oval platter filled with grilled chopped pepper steak with baby lettuce salad.

Image: Alicia Taylor

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

Marinate your steaks in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce for a delicate flavour and a tender flank. Ready in 35 minutes.

An aerial view of grilled lamb chops and grilled zucchini with lemon and rosemary.
(Credits: James Mofatt)

Quick grilled lamb chops with a side of vibrant zucchini is just the way to welcome in a lazy weeknight.

Japanese eggplant schnitzel recipe yasai itame
(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

Crisp, panko-crumbed eggplants are perfectly paired with a Japanese yasai itame.

Soba noodles with nori sesame butter and sake grilled prawns

Soba noodles with nori sesame butter and sake grilled prawns

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

An easy, everyday Japanese-inspired soba noodle recipe that requires little time and effort.

Udon noodles recipe stir fried with mustard greens, mushroom, tofu and peanut sauce

Stir-fried udon, mustard greens, tofu and peanut sauce

(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

A fast vegetarian udon noodle recipe that takes little time to make but is big on flavour.

Lemon chicken with bean and radish salad

Lemon chicken with bean and radish salad

(Credits: James Moffatt)

Quick, easy and healthy. This is a chicken dish you’ll want to commit to memory.

Steak with caramelised onion and ginger ponzu

Steak with caramelised onion and ginger ponzu

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

A quick and easy steak recipe that goes beyond a charred barbecued rump.

Spiced tahini baked fish

Spiced tahini baked fish

(Credits: James Moffatt)

This spiced fish recipe makes for a simple yet flavoursome dinner idea.

Sliced cooked lamb, beetroot and walnut with herb dressing
(Credits: James Moffatt)

An everyday lamb recipe that requires little effort.

Mixed mushroom tart with puff pastry and brie

Photo: James Moffatt

(Credits: James Moffatt)

Pre-made puff pastry makes this tasty tart a weeknight winner.

Spanish-style chopped steak open sandwich recipe

Photo: Alicia Taylor

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

A speedy steak snack that’ll transport you to a Spanish wine bar at first bite.

Roast chicken leg on top of bread with tomato-based sauce and side salad

Photo: Alicia Taylor

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

A quick and easy chicken dinner recipe that goes beyond a simple roast chook.

Bowl of soup with torn pasta noodles, fennel and croutons
(Credits: James Moffatt)

Made with a flavoursome vegetable stock and adorned with crunchy croutons and shreds of fennel, this torn pasta soup recipe makes for a quick and easy dinner.

South Indian coconut stir fry with condiments

Photo: Alicia Taylor

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

A quick, easy and aromatic chickpea dish to have on rotation.

Photo: Alicia Taylor

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

A Mediterranean meal that’s big on flavour and a cinch to make.

Prosciutto-wrapped lamb chops with salad

Photo: Alicia Taylor

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

A speedy lamb dish that doesn’t skimp on flavour.

Zucchini and kataifi fritters

Photo: John Paul Urizar

(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

These zingy fritters make for a quick and vegetable-packed midweek meal.

Two colourful bowls filled with paccheri pasta, tomatoes, prawns and herbs
Two colourful bowls dilled with paccheri pasta, tomatoes, prawns and herbs (Credits: John Paul Urizar)

Add some cooked crab or lobster meat to this weeknight favourite and transform it into a luxe dinner party entertainer.

Vietnamese chilli and lime caramel pork stir-fry

Photo: John Paul Urizar

(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

A winning midweek meal to have on rotation.

Photo: Chris Court

(Credits: Chris Court)

This fragrant salad works beautifully with lamb but the fresh mint, basil and coriander will go just as well with beef, chicken or duck.

Photo: Chris Court

(Credits: Chris Court)

This twist on the Hawaiian bowl combines cured kingfish with the crunch of fresh salad and pickled veg, plus rice for sustenance.

Asparagus and soba noodle salad with furikake pine nuts

Photo: James Moffatt

(Credits: James Moffatt)

Make it a meal: for a more substantial dish, stir-fry prawns in sesame oil and garlic and toss through the noodles.

fast prawn linguine is the best of all dinner ideas

Photo: John Paul Urizar

(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

A summery prawn pasta that’s a no-fuss midweek meal? Yes please.

Bird's eye view of white bowl filled with white rice, green vegetables, herbs and egg

Photo: John Paul Urizar

(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

A quick and easy dinner idea for when you can’t be bothered to cook.

Photo: John Paul Urizar

(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

Easy, quick, and vegetarian — this is the ultimate weeknight meal.

seared tuna salad with spring vegetables and leafy greens

Seared tuna with baby spring greens

(Credits: James Moffat)

Poke bowls have had their moment. Here’s a vibrant seasonal salad that transcends trends.

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(Credits: James Moffat)

A cacio e pepe sauce makes everything better.

Photo: James Moffat

(Credits: James Moffat)

This spanakopita is made in one pan, making it a perfect weeknight meal.

Photo: Chris Court

(Credits: Chris Court)

A breakfast-for-dinner winner.

Pan-roasted snapper with tarragon gribiche

Photo: Alicia Taylor

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

Quick, easy, and chef approved, this pan-roasted snapper with tarragon gribiche is sure to become a new weeknight favourite.

Broccoli rabe pasta

Photo: John Paul Urizar

(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

The trick with this simple dish is to sauté the broccoli rabe enough so that it’s wilted and tender, without becoming soft.

Smoked cheddar and onion quiche

Photo: John Paul Urizar

(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

With short, flaky pastry and a soft, savoury filling, you shouldn’t forget the versatile quiche for your next lazy weeknight meal.

Photo: John Paul Urizar

(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

There’s something so satisfying about cooking with clams.

Photo: Alicia Taylor

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

Fragrant and filling, this low fuss meal is perfect for a midweek dinner.

Grilled rump steak with Massaman curry sauce

Photo: Alicia Taylor

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

Quick, easy, warming, and hearty, this recipe for grilled rump steak with Massaman curry is the perfect way to add intrigue to your regular Wednesday steak and chips.

Piece of swordfish with chilli dressing served with steamed broccolini and microgreens salad on a white plate.
(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

Swordfish is one of the meatiest fish, and these steaks with a light honey dressing will show you why.

Indonesian fried rice with snake bean relish

Indonesian fried rice with snake bean relish

(Credits: Chris Chen)

Need Indonesian-style fried rice in a flash? You need this super-fast recipe for nasi goreng.

quick wonton soup in big white pot
(Credits: Con Poulos)

This wonton soup is an express version of the recipe that cuts time, not flavour.

(Credits: Alicia Taylor )

The lemon and asparagus prevent this dish from feeling too rich and heavy, and if you don’t have veal, chicken breast will work just as well.

Vietnamese rice paper rolls

Vietnamese rice paper rolls

(Credits: James Moffatt)

Flavour and freshness with every bite.

Prawn and avocado salad with spiced tomato dressing
(Credits: William Meppem)

How to improve on fresh prawns with avocado? Adding a smoky, spicy tomato dressing to the mix.

Lamb koftas with beetroot salad
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Fast, fresh and flavoursome – this lamb mince recipe is the whole package.

Harissa chicken with carrot, rice and quinoa pilaf recipe

Harissa chicken with carrot, rice and quinoa pilaf recipe

(Credits: William Meppem)

Chicken, boring? Things look up with the addition of harissa, the North African spice paste.

Chicken Satay Skewers for dinner
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Fire up the grill and keep the good times rolling.

Two small roast chickens with salad and salsa verde on a white tray.
(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

The fast and easy roast chook you need for the week.

Lamb with fennel, salsa verde and preserved lemon

Lamb with fennel, salsa verde and preserved lemon

(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

A light but satiating midweek dinner, spiked with bright and spicy salsa verde.

Prawns with saffron and quinoa
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

A light midweek dinner made easy.

Lamb cutlets with date and almond salad
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

A little spice and sweetness equals this very worthy midweek meal.

A white plate with fried corn fritters and roasted cherry tomatoes, garnished with chopped and whole shallots.
(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

Patties we’d happily eat any meal of the day. Make them for dinner and freeze them for lunch.

Sichuan spicy chicken with rolled rice noodles
Sichuan chicken with rolled rice noodles (Credits: Photo: James Moffatt / Styling: Elisa Baker)

This easy, oven-baked Sichuan chicken with noodles has spice and everything nice. Plus, it’s ready in less than 60 minutes.

Roast chicken with pancetta and brussels sprouts
(Credits: James Moffatt)

Pancetta-wrapped chicken and roasted, buttery Brussels sprouts. What else could you want?

Rigatoni with chicken ragù and green sauce recipe

Rigatoni with chicken ragù and green sauce recipe

(Credits: William Meppem)

This three-step light ragù is freshened up further with a herb-packed green sauce.

Chicken scallopini with mushrooms and broccoli rabe
(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

Chicken, mushrooms and greens. This meal is the complete package.

Snapper curry with green beans and coriander
(Credits: William Meppem)

This mild yellow curry is incredibly easy to whip up when you’ve got a good-quality curry powder on hand. Add a generous squeeze of lime to enhance the flavour.

Cauliflower and egg “fried rice”

Cauliflower and egg “fried rice”

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

A fast and easy way to up your vegetable count.

(Credits: Will Horner)

For a speedy steak dinner, just choose beef flank.

Fast chilli con carne
(Credits: Will Horner)

Some purists believe there is no room for beans, but we think they add a rich, earthy flavour.

Zucchini and haloumi skewers with mint dressing

Zucchini and haloumi skewers with mint dressing

(Credits: Will Horner)

We’ve brightened up the haloumi with the crunch of zucchini and a fresh, vibrant mint dressing.

Ten-minute spaghetti with olives, capers and lemon
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

All flavour, no filler.

Mussels, risoni and herbs
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

You can’t get past the classic pairing of mussels in white wine.

Penne with broccoli and pancetta pangrattato
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

A simple bowl of pasta that strikes the right balance in terms of crunchy elements and tender greens.

Chicken noodle salad with turmeric-lime dressing
(Credits: William Meppem)

Light, simple and deceptively easy to make.

Pork ja-jiang mian noodles recipe

Pork ja-jiang mian noodles recipe

(Credits: William Meppem)

Mix it through, slurp it up.

Chicken biryani

Chicken biryani

(Credits: Chris Court)

A multi-layered affair with chicken, rice and spice.

Chicken cacciatore recipe with salami and green olives
(Credits: James Moffatt)

Our spin on the traditional Italian dish that’s vibrant, hearty and primed for midweek dinners.

Curry bread (kare pan toasties) on a dark grey plate
(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

The famous Japanese curry bread gets a fast makeover in this easy toastie recipe.

Beef taco rice

Beef taco rice

(Credits: William Meppem)

Beef taco rice is an Okinawan specialty that is an example of how fusion is by no means a dirty word.

A flat black cast-iron pan with small fried meatballs, sprinkled with white sesame seeds.
(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

With Japan’s tsukune as our culinary inspiration.

Chilli con carne

Chilli con carne

(Credits: Will Horner)

A midweek winner that’s satiating and ready in under 30 minutes.

Big pork and prosciutto meatballs with polenta recipe

Big pork and prosciutto meatballs with polenta

(Credits: William Meppem)

Big pork and prosciutto meatballs with polenta recipe – Blend tomato, onion, garlic and herbs in a blender until smooth. Tip mixture into a large saucepan

Salt and pepper chicken drumettes with cucumber salad
(Credits: Photography: James Moffatt / Styling: Elisa Baker / Food Preparation: Kathy Knudsen)

A salty, golden crowd-pleaser ready in 40 minutes.

Japchae with prawns in white bowl with chopsticks.
(Credits: James Moffatt)

This recipe for Japchae (Korean stir-fried noodles) is simple, fragrant and delicious.

Rigatoni with quick sausage ragù
Rigatoni with quick sausage ragù. (Credits: Photo: John Paul Urizar / Styling: Olivia Blackmore)

This rich rigatoni with a quick sausage ragù delivers all the satisfaction of slow-cooked tradition in under an hour.

Char-grilled sirloin steaks with anchovy butter and swede purée
Char-grilled sirloin steaks with anchovy butter and swede purée. (Credits: Photo: John Paul Urizar / Styling: Olivia Blackmore)

Classic steakhouse meet luxe European flair with this quick dinner for two.

Pan-fried swordfish with Malaysian-style curry sauce
Pan-fried swordfish with Malaysian-style curry sauce. (Credits: Photo: John Paul Urizar / Styling: Olivia Blackmore)

If you’re after a speedy fish dish with spice and sweetness, we have you covered.

Kung pao tofu with sesame crumb.
Kung pao tofu with sesame crumb. (Credits: Photo: John Paul Urizar / Styling: Olivia Blackmore)

Sweet heat meets crunch in this vibrant plant-based stir-fry.

Spicy chorizo and chickpea braise with smoked almond romesco.
Spicy chorizo and chickpea braise with smoked almond romesco. (Credits: James Moffatt)

A smoky, Spanish-style braise that’s warm, rustic and weeknight-friendly.

Roast chicken Marylands and sweet potato with zhoug and tahini yoghurt
Roast chicken Marylands and sweet potato with zhoug and tahini yoghurt (Credits: Photo: John Paul Urizar / Styling: Olivia Blackmore )

Roasted comfort meets vibrant spice in this share-worthy chicken dinner. Ready in under an hour.

Spiced lamb racks with roast vegetables, couscous and harissa yoghurt
Spiced lamb racks with roast vegetables, couscous and harissa yoghurt. (Credits: Photo: James Moffatt / Styling: Maxwell Adey)

Bold spices, golden roast veg and vibrant harissa — this dish is your new lamb signature.

Roast onion tarte Tatin with apple and Comté salad
Roast onion tarte Tatin with apple and Comté salad (Credits: James Moffatt)

A quick and easy tart recipe for an impressive vegetarian lunch.

What’s the easiest thing to cook for dinner?

Finding the easiest thing to cook for dinner is not a one-pot-fits-all scenario. However, there are some dishes commonly cited as very easy dinners — many of which you’ll find in our recipe collection above. Quick pasta recipes ready in 20 minutes or less are a fan favourite, while simple stir-fries can pack in a lot of vegetables to use up what you have in the fridge. If you’d rather set and forget, then one-pot wonders and sheet-pan dinners are your best friend on weeknights, especially our chipotle-roasted chicken with salsa verde that only uses a single pan (so you can forget about the clean up).

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34 heavenly chocolate cake recipes that take the cake https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/chocolate-cake-recipes-14812/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 01:21:12 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/chocolate-cake-recipes-14812 A rule of thumb: one slice is never enough.

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Whether you’re celebrating a milestone or craving something out of the ordinary with your cup of tea, there’s no denying the joy that a chocolate cake brings. Add cacao powder or melted chocolate, olive oil or butter to your batter — they’re all winning combinations in our eyes.

We have a plethora of exquisite chocolate cake recipes for every baker, from easy-to-assemble chocolate cakes to tiered masterpieces. Whatever your abilities, one thing is clear: when it comes to chocolate cakes, one slice is never enough.

Discover a host of indulgent variations, like our easy chocolate cake with fudge icing, our chilli chocolate lava cake, Aaron Turner’s Mum’s chocolate ripple cake and our irresistible salted chocolate layer cake with whipped ganache — for those who want to take their chocolate cake recipes to the next level.

Our guide to how to make a chocolate mousse cake will have you baking every week, while our torta caprese is a simple chocolate cake recipe that’s low effort, maximum flavour. And although we always gush over the cake itself, a silky dark chocolate buttercream frosting, fudgy ganache or sweet icing can take a cake into another realm of decadence. Just be sure to let the cakes cool completely before icing for the best results!

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Without further adieu, here is our collection of the best chocolate cake recipe ideas for any (and every) occasion.

Gâteau Opéra

Gâteau Opéra

A buttercream and coffee-soaked layered sponge cake as dramatic as Madama Butterfly.
Chocolate truffle layer cake

Chocolate truffle layer cake

A buttermilk cake is layered with a chocolate truffle mousse for a wonderfully decadent cake, perfect for parties and celebrations.
Chocolate lamington cake recipe

Chocolate lamington cake

Chocolate sponge cake soaked in chocolate panna cotta and spread with a dark chocolate glaze: this is one serious chocolate cake.
Chocolate and buttermilk slab cake

Chocolate and buttermilk slab cake

Buttermilk is the bakers’ secret weapon here, adding a subtle tang to the sweet frosting and contributing to an ultra-tender crumb in the cake itself. Try it for yourself and see.
Hazelnut-chocolate cake

Hazelnut-chocolate cake

Hazelnut-chocolate cake recipe- For mocha meringue, preheat oven to 100C, and lineand ½ tsp sea salt in an electric mixer until glossy soft peaks form (3-4 minutes).

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14812 Salted chocolate layer cake with whipped ganache Chocolate mousse cake Chocolate and salted honey cake with honeycomb Chilli and chocolate lava cake on plate with spoon and red napkins. Flourless chocolate, hazelnut and buttermilk cake Chocolate cake with fudge icing recipe Chocolate cake Gâteau Opéra Chocolate ricotta cake Dark chocolate mousse cake Aaron Turner's Mum's chocolate ripple cake Chocolate and coffee fudge cakes with Bourbon chocolate sauce Chocolate, prune and walnut cake with sherry and chocolate ganache Chocolate truffle layer cake Chocolate lamington cake recipe Chocolate cherry fudge and coconut ice-cream cake Fudgy chocolate-cherry cake Chocolate-hazelnut meringue cake Chocolate and buttermilk slab cake Dark chocolate, pear and pistachio cake Chocolate raspberry layer cake Chocolate and beetroot cake Chocolate and hazelnut cake with espresso ganache Beetroot chocolate mud cakes Chocolate-coffee crêpe cake Chocolate raspberry meringue cake Chocolate mousse cakes Rich chocolate mousse cake Chocolate, apricot and rum pound cake Hazelnut-chocolate cake photo of colourful table setting with rectancgular ice-cream cake topped with chocolate crumb in the centre Crowd-pleasing chocolate cake with roast rhubarb Venetian chocolate cake with star anise gelato Rich chocolate cake gourmettraveller-14812
24 warming risotto recipes to cause a stir with https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/risotto-recipes-14880/ Thu, 28 May 2026 05:57:20 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/risotto-recipes-14880 Rice is nice. But a risotto recipe? Even better!

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A good risotto recipe is just about the best dish you can cook in one pot. But what’s the secret to good risotto recipes? From how to cook risotto to picking the perfect seasonal recipe, there are a few golden rules: keep the stock hot at a simmer; stir the broth or liquid into the rice, one ladleful at a time; and make sure the rice is al dente, never soggy. Finish with a generous dollop of butter, mascarpone, or crème fraîche for a creamy risotto, and above all, don’t forget to grate parmesan cheese on top.

Our risotto dish ideas range from an easy mushroom risotto ready in 30 minutes to perhaps the best butternut pumpkin risotto recipe (AKA butternut squash risotto) with brown butter and Gorgonzola. Some of our best risotto recipes call for a splash of dry white wine to deglaze the pan, others vermouth. Some are speedy vegetarian risotto recipes for quick dinners, while others come in the form of luxurious seafood risotto recipes and simple but crowd-pleasing bowls of Arborio rice to serve at your next dinner party. Whatever risotto recipe you’re after, we have you covered.

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Our favourite risotto recipes

Pumpkin and vermouth risotto
(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

Pumpkin and vermouth risotto

Wine, roasted pumpkin and creamy mascarpone come together in a comforting bowl made for cooler weeknights.
Kale and sausage risotto
Kale and sausage risotto (Credits: Sharyn Cairns)

Kale and sausage risotto

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for kale and sausage risotto.
Squid ink risotto
Squid ink risotto (Credits: Con Poulos)

Squid ink risotto

Australian Gourmet Traveller Italian seafood recipe for squid ink risotto
Basic risotto
(Credits: Vanessa Levis)

Basic risotto

Requiring mostly basic pantry ingredients and only a few utensils, this northern Italian staple makes a hearty lunch or dinner.

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14880 Sage and spinach pesto risotto. Pumpkin and vermouth risotto Pipi risotto with basil butter Leek risotto and raclette gratin Kale and sausage risotto Risotto al Barbaresco con Gorgonzola Leek, mushroom and thyme risotto Pea risotto with buffalo mozzarella and spring herbs Squash risotto with Taleggio and oregano Chicken with buckwheat and mushroom risotto Squid ink risotto Farro risotto with mushrooms, leek and parmesan Green risotto with Piave vecchio and sage Mushroom and mascarpone risotto Cauliflower and Taleggio risotto with anchovy pangrattato Farro risotto with mushrooms, leek and parmesan Risotto with nettles and porcini Risotto mantecato alla Fontina Veal saltimbocca with risotto Milanese Jacques Reymond: Snail and smoked sausage risotto with walnuts and Comté Ham, Fontina and rosemary risotto Rabbit with pearl barley risotto and rosemary jus Basic risotto Breakfast risotto with poached rhubarb gourmettraveller-14880
15 of the best potato bake recipes to add to the table https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/best-potato-bake-recipes/ Wed, 27 May 2026 05:01:22 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/potato-bake-recipes-17372 Creamy and dreamy, these potato bakes will wow a crowd.

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What’s not to love about a potato bake recipe? Creamy, dreamy and stacked with thin slices of potato, this side dish might just steal the limelight. These are the 15 of the best potato bake recipes for adding to a table or as an accompaniment to showstopping centrepieces.

From crisp potato bake with barrel-aged feta topped with salmon roe for the bon vivants to our simple potato and fennel gratin and a French Alps-inspired recipe for tartiflette, these are the dreamiest pasta bakes to set the table with.

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Best potato bake recipes to make in 2026

Tartiflette with bacon and sage
Showstopping tartiflette with bacon and sage (Credits: Photography: Ben Dearnley / Styling: Vivien Walsh / Food Prep: Tamika O'Neil)

Tartiflette with bacon and sage

Cheesy, savoury and warming, this tartiflette gives all other potato dishes a run for their money.
Potato and fennel gratin
Photo: James Moffat (Credits: James Moffat)

Potato and fennel gratin

Cheesy, creamy potatoes paired with fennel make for a standout side dish.
Tartiflette
Tartiflette (Credits: Chris Chen and Ben Dearnley)

Tartiflette

Hailing from Savoy, this baked delight is all about layers of rich flavour: cream, potato, bacon and Reblochon.
Potato and silverbeet frico
Potato and silverbeet frico (Credits: Sharyn Cairns)

Potato and silverbeet frico

Australian Gourmet Traveller Italian recipe for potato and silverbeet frico.
La tiella
La tiella (Credits: Ben Dearnley)

La tiella

Australian Gourmet Traveller Italian recipe for la tiella by Stefano Matera from Quoco.

FAQs

Should you boil potatoes before making potato bake?

No, the majority of our potato bake recipes simply require you to slice your potatoes thinly before layering them with other ingredients and baking.

How long does potato bake take to cook?

Potato bakes generally take upwards of an hour to cook, but this can differ from recipe to recipe, so make sure you double check the cook times before you set and forget.

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17372 Tartiflette with bacon and sage Potato and mushroom gratin with fried sage and black garlic butter Potato bake recipe with feta Potato and fennel gratin Tartiflette Potato gratin boulanger Danielle Alvarez's Individual potato and sweet potato gratins with Comté and thyme Potato, leek and silverbeet gratin Potato, witlof and Münster gratin Potato and cabbage gratin Jacques Reymond: Gratin of silverbeet, potatoes and pickled veal tongue with Morbier Wilted greens and potato with cheese sauce Potato and silverbeet frico La tiella Rib roast with potato gratin gourmettraveller-17372
Classic French recipes to have in your kitchen repertoire https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/french-cuisine-recipes/ Wed, 27 May 2026 02:12:01 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//?p=201489 Sweet or savoury, these are the French recipes to master.

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Steak frites and coq au vin and éclairs, oh my. French cuisine has long been lauded as one of the most precise in its cooking techniques. The best French recipes use top-quality produce and intricate techniques to make simple ingredients and flavours shine.

Classic French techniques are often simple, but when done right they are the cornerstone to creating enormously flavourful dishes — you likely employ French techniques in your cooking without even realising it. Braising meats low and slow in whatever wine is available is the key to creating a rich, comforting French favourite, boeuf Bourguignon. And a well-balanced, meticulously flavoured bouillabaisse was first created to elevate the catch of the day, but is now a mainstay on Michelin-star menus around the world. Even sautéing is the essential first step in classic dishes like a buttery chasseur.

From fragrant French stews to buttery pastry, soufflés and ratatouille, and not to mention spectacular French desserts, French cuisine has contributed culinary delights across the globe. In short, French recipes are well worth mastering.

So, you already have the skills — it’s time to test them. This is our collection of the best French recipes to master.

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The best French recipes to master in 2026

Coq au vin

Coq au vin

The timeless French recipe that delivers comfort with every bite.
French onion soup

French onion soup

French onion soup is a bistro classic for good reason. For this recipe, we’ve given an already rich soup some extra luxe touches, because you may as well go all in on decadence.
crêpes Suzette in a cast iron pan with candied orange peel and sauce with flames

Crêpes Suzette

Prolific restaurateur and chef ANDREW MCCONNELL shares his take on the French classic that sets hearts (and crêpes) on fire at Melbourne’s Gimlet.
Boeuf Bourguignon

Boeuf Bourguignon

The recipe for the traditional braise of Burgundy may have changed slightly, but one ingredient remains non-negotiable: a bottle of the region’s red wine.
Duck à l’orange

Duck à l’orange

Duck à l’orange is a classic that has evolved with an abundance of interpretations over the years. One thing that remains constant is the deep satisfaction that comes from cooking a whole duck. Begin this recipe a day ahead.
Crème brûlées

Crème brûlées

A crackling top, a silky custard middle. You can’t go wrong with this French classic.
Moules à la Normande

Moules à la Normande

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for moules à la Normande by chef David Bransgrove at Sydney restaurant La Brasserie.

What is traditional French cuisine?

Traditional French food is wonderfully diverse thanks to France’s many regions and their characteristic culinary traditions. For example, traditional Niçard dishes include salade Niçoise and ratatouille, while traditional Breton dishes range from buckwheat crêpes to kouign-amann, a classic buttery Breton pastry. However, some French dishes can be called quintessential French, from baked goods like croissants and baguettes to stews like coq au vin, bouillabaisse and cassoulet. Other widely known French foods include escargots de Bourgogne (snails cooked in garlic, butter and parsley), soupe à l’oignon (French onion soup), foie gras, cuisses de grenouille (frog legs) and steak frites, as well as desserts and pastry such as soufflé, macaron and crème brûlée.

What is the most popular French cuisine?

French cuisine can be broken down into several categories to reflect different styles, regions and techniques. Haute cuisine, for example, is the pinnacle of French cooking. Haute cuisine is mainly associated with fine dining and high-end restaurants where dishes are meticulously prepared and presented and showcase elaborate cooking techniques. Another popular French cuisine is bistro cooking, which is typically casual and unpretentious yet incredibly flavourful — think classic bistro dishes like steak frites, duck confit and French onion soup. Then there is cuisine bourgeoise, or traditional French home cooking, and all the regional cuisines. Another notable one is Modern French cuisine, which often takes on traditional French dishes and incorporates new-age techniques or international influences. Pâtisserie can also be considered a cuisine, with famed pastries such as croissants, éclairs, choux pastry, madeleines and macarons known around the world.

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201489 France-Soir's mussels in white wine and cream sauce Coq au vin French onion soup Twice-baked goat’s cheese soufflé recipe with Manchego, and chive crêpes Suzette in a cast iron pan with candied orange peel and sauce with flames Boeuf Bourguignon France-Soir's roast halved chicken with a side of jus and potato frites Easy duck and sausage cassoulet Salmon rillettes with pickled baby vegetables Apple tarte Tatin Petits pois aux lardons Duck à l’orange Crème caramel Hanger steak with eschallots Crème brûlées Tartiflette with bacon and sage Omelette au fromage Petits pois aux lardons Bouillabaisse Duck à l’orange Moules à la Normande Ratatouille with ruby snapper France-Soir's scallops in a rich, decadent saffron-onion sauce Leek and chèvre soufflé omelette France-Soir's rabbit casserole recipe Baked sea perch dumplings in bisque Puy lentils with bacon and Brussels sprouts Madeleines with lemon sugar Pork and veal terrine France-soir's chef Geraud Fabre's recipe for a classic crème caramel Chocolate marquise How to make crème anglaise Pork hock croque-monsieur Milleufeuille with layers of crème pâtissière and blueberries and a glass of sweet vermouth in the background. gourmettraveller-201489
11 France-Soir recipes for your next late-night soirée https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/chefs-recipes/france-soir-recipe-collection/ Wed, 27 May 2026 01:16:12 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/?p=233800 Melbourne’s favourite French bistro, France-Soir, turns on its Gallic charm with these classic dishes designed for a fancy, late-night supper.

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For four decades, Melbourne locals have flocked to France-Soir for steak frites, moules marinière and the enduring charm of a true French bistro. Opened in 1986, the beloved South Yarra institution remains as lively today as ever: packed dining rooms, handwritten specials scrawled across mirrors, a 4500-bottle wine list and black-and-white-clad waiters weaving through the floor in an unmistakably Parisian fashion.

Chef Géraud Fabre, who grew up in Gascony in south-west France, has led the kitchen since 2000, bringing a deep reverence for rich, generous cooking and seasonal produce. The recipes in this collection capture just a taste of the ever-expanding France-Soir repertoire, designed for luxurious late-night suppers. Plus, we’ve thrown in the renowned omelette au fromage for the morning after.

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233800 Omelette au fromage France-Soir's mussels in white wine and cream sauce France-Soir's rabbit casserole recipe France-Soir's scallops in a rich, decadent saffron-onion sauce France-Soir's roast halved chicken with a side of jus and potato frites Baked sea perch dumplings in bisque Petits pois aux lardons Petits pois aux lardons Duck à l’orange Hanger steak with eschallots France-soir's chef Geraud Fabre's recipe for a classic crème caramel gourmettraveller-233800
Our most popular winter recipes https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/winters-most-popular-recipes-14917/ Tue, 26 May 2026 02:50:07 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/winters-most-popular-recipes-14917 What you clicked and what you cooked in winter.

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Hearty and heart-warming, our beef and potato Massaman curry continues its reign as our top contender for winter. Of course, perennial favourites ham hock soup and our classic pea and ham soup are hot on its heels. And it’s clear that with the cooler weather, we’re craving carbs and anything warmed by the oven, be it stews, roasts, pies or puddings.

Winter means plenty of time hibernating indoors and, with it, time – luxurious time – to spend in the kitchen. That likely explains why our how-to guides on making Bourke Street Bakery’s famed meat pie from scratch and Tony Tan’s loved beef rendang also feature on our most popular winter recipes hitlist.

Here are our best winter recipes, in order of popularity. 

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Best winter recipes: Beef and potato Massaman curry
Beef and potato Massaman curry (Credits: William Meppem)

Beef and potato Massaman curry

Have a few hours up your sleeve? There are worse ways to spend them than cooking a big pot of this curry.
Ham hock soup
(Credits: Mark Roper)

Ham hock soup

The comfort bowl you need when the temperature starts to dip.
Crisp eggplant with fish-fragrant sauce
Crisp eggplant with fish-fragrant sauce (Credits: Jason Loucas)

Dan Hong’s crisp eggplant with fish-fragrant sauce

Fish-fragrant sauce doesn’t actually have any fish in it, but its sweet, sour and spicy elements are traditionally used to cook Sichuan fish dishes and give this dish its name.
Pea and ham soup
Pea and ham soup (Credits: William Meppem)

Pea and ham soup recipe

The appeal of this classic soup recipe with humble origins is nothing new – and with these robust flavours, it’s little wonder.
Nik Hill's cauliflower cheese
Nik Hill's cauliflower cheese will impress. (Credits: Benito Martin)

Nik Hill’s cauliflower cheese tart

The two best ways to cook cauliflower – in a cauliflower cheese, and whole-roasted – in one spectacular dish.
Shepherd’s pie showing lamb mince filling
(Credits: Ian Wallace)

Shepherd’s pie

Arguably one of the most comforting foods around, this simple but satisfying sheperd’s pie is a winner any day of the week.
Eggplant parmigiana
(Credits: William Meppem)

Eggplant parmigiana

There’s a little labour involved in frying the eggplant slices before layering them, but the result is worth it.
Boeuf Bourguignon
Boeuf Bourguignon (Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Boeuf Bourguignon

The recipe for the traditional braise of Burgundy may have changed slightly, but one ingredient remains non-negotiable: a bottle of the region’s red wine.
Classic bread and butter pudding, served with a cup of tea for traditional British comfort.
Bread and butter pudding (Credits: Teny Aghamalian)

Our best bread and butter pudding recipe

Just what you need on a cold winter’s night, a bowl of luscious bread and butter pudding. Make sure to leave room for seconds.
Manadrain and ginger syrup cake
Manadrain and ginger syrup cake (Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Mandarin and ginger syrup cake

It’s the whole boiled mandarins that make this a go-to cake for the winter season.
Sichuan spicy chicken with rolled rice noodles
Sichuan chicken with rolled rice noodles (Credits: Photo: James Moffatt / Styling: Elisa Baker)

Sichuan spicy chicken with rolled rice noodles

This easy, oven-baked Sichuan chicken with noodles has spice and everything nice. Plus, it’s ready in less than 60 minutes.
French onion soup
Photo: James Moffat (Credits: James Moffat)

French onion soup

French onion soup is a bistro classic for good reason. For this recipe, we’ve given an already rich soup some extra luxe touches, because you may as well go all in on decadence.
Easy duck and sausage cassoulet
(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

Easy duck and sausage cassoulet

This classic French stew typically takes hours of simmering to do right. But we’ll make an exception for this recipe.
Beef rendang
Beef rendang (Credits: John Paul Urizar)

How to make beef rendang

When it comes to making the ever-popular rendang, patience is indeed a virtue. Persevere and you’ll be richly rewarded with a dish of delicious complexity.
quick wonton soup in big white pot
(Credits: Con Poulos)

Cheat’s wonton soup

This wonton soup is an express version of the recipe that cuts time, not flavour.

Now check out our best quick and easy winter recipes for midweek cooking.

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14917 Best winter recipes: Beef and potato Massaman curry Ham hock soup Crisp eggplant with fish-fragrant sauce Harissa chicken with carrot, rice and quinoa pilaf recipe Ricotta-polenta cake with lemon-rosemary syrup Pea and ham soup Bowl filled with our best chicken noodle soup recipe topped with fried shallots and coriander leaves Oven-roasted lamb chops with potatoes Chicken braised in mustard and verjuice with buttered green beans Over-the-top shot of a round white dish with a baked lemon pudding, with a spoonful taken out of the crust to reveal the molten lemon curd inside. Lemon dream Persian love cake Nik Hill's cauliflower cheese Ultimate mac and cheese Flourless chocolate, hazelnut and buttermilk cake Roast chicken with pancetta and brussels sprouts Eggplant parmigiana involtini recipe in a baking dish Shepherd’s pie showing lamb mince filling Du Fermier’s daube of beef with root vegetables Ginger-carrot cake with salted butterscotch frosting Eggplant parmigiana Boeuf Bourguignon Classic bread and butter pudding, served with a cup of tea for traditional British comfort. Pumpkin ravioli with sage How to make a meat pie Sage and spinach pesto risotto. Manadrain and ginger syrup cake Mocha and ricotta puddings with chocolate sauce Vegetable moussaka recipe Sichuan spicy chicken with rolled rice noodles French onion soup Rosemary mustard and brandy chicken with buttered carrot Greek lamb meatballs recipe with orzo, tomato-garlic sauce and fried oregano Chicken braised in white wine with mascarpone Easy duck and sausage cassoulet Beef rendang quick wonton soup in big white pot Roast onion tarte Tatin with apple and Comté salad Stracciatella and pumpkin risoni with roast chilli oil. Persian red lentil soup with tahini, beetroot and fried mint gourmettraveller-14917
Our best apple pie recipes (and a few tarts for good measure) https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/apple-pie-recipes-17601/ Mon, 25 May 2026 06:55:09 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/apple-pie-recipes-17601 Eating these up will be as easy as...

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No matter what season it is, there’s nothing better than sinking your spoon into a warm apple pie. If you like your classics, Catherine Adams’ apple pie recipe will satisfy your cravings, though the rhubarb and apple combo with cinnamon custard is a very fine thing indeed. For an apple pie spin-off, our apple tart recipes should do the trick. (The squished apple tart wins out for its speed and compact-ness).

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Apple Anzac pie

Apple Anzac pie

American apple pie and Anzac biscuits are first-class allies in a dessert recipe that combines comfort and crunch.
A round, crusty apple pie with a slice taken out of it, sitting on a light-blue linen tablecloth, with golden forks and a tumbler of amber-hued liquid to the side.

How to make apple pie

The success of this all-time favourite lies in getting the basics just right. Pastry chef Catherine Adams rolls out the recipe for the best-ever apple pie.
Little apple pie

Little apple pies

In our book, hot apple pie and ice-cream has to be one of the most comforting things you can eat.
Skillet apple pie recipe

Skillet apple pie

The best way to serve this? Plonk it on the table, arm your guests with forks, and dig in.
Charred apple and custard pie on wire cooling platter.

Charred apple custard pie

Fire cooking transfers to desserts with the help of a blow torch. Prep in advance up to the final step then brûlée table side, keeping the flame moving.
Overhead shot of a crusty apple pie with a bit spoonful taken out of the right hand side.

Miso caramel apple pie

Miso for a pleasant salty hit in the filling, and sake for a snap-crisp, feather-light texture to the crust.

Appie pie recipes FAQs

Should apples be cooked before making pie?

The short answer is, yes, apples should be cooked before making pie. Baking or stewing your apples before filling your pie ensures an even texture across your apple pie filling. Filling your pie with raw apples can cause an uneven cook across your filling, meaning some slices may be undercooked and crunchy whereas others could be overcooked and mushy. Filling your pie crust with raw filling may also leave gaping gaps in your pastry lid or lattice as the apples shrink as they cook.

What is the thickener in an apple pie filling?

The thickener in an apple pie filling is generally starch that comes from stewing your apples before baking them into your crust. This ensures a lovely, thick sauce and complex filling flavour in your appie pie (and tart) recipes.

What is the secret to a perfect apple pie?

The secret to a perfect apple pie lies in getting the basics right, beginning with the two components that make a really great apple pie: the filling and and of course, the pastry. Use fresh seasonal apples (we like a mixture of tart and sweet) and aim for either a flaky pastry (this is along the lines of an American pie style) or a sweet pastry (this is more typical of Australian pies).

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17601 Apple Anzac pie Spiced apple lattice pie with ginger semifreddo A round, crusty apple pie with a slice taken out of it, sitting on a light-blue linen tablecloth, with golden forks and a tumbler of amber-hued liquid to the side. Little apple pie Skillet apple pie recipe Apple tarte Tatin Charred apple and custard pie on wire cooling platter. Rhubarb and apple pie with warm cinnamon custard Overhead shot of a crusty apple pie with a bit spoonful taken out of the right hand side. Apple, rhubarb and raspberry pie with toasted almond ice-cream A flat apple tart, with the top-left corner sliced off, on baking paper and a metal tray. Tarte fine aux pommes Fine apple tart gourmettraveller-17601
These slow-cooked lamb recipes are the centrepiece of your winter feast https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/slow-cooked-lamb-18562/ Fri, 22 May 2026 04:24:08 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/slow-cooked-lamb-18562 When it comes to cooking things low and slow, lamb is our protein of choice.

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Lamb is the protein of choice when it comes to slow cooking. As always, it’s the secondary cuts that will be your saviour, provided you have a bit of time on your side. Whether you want to throw a lamb shoulder in the slow cooker or slow roast a lamb leg in the oven, a slow-cooked cut of lamb results in magnitudes (and depth) of flavour.

Our lamb shoulder with Israeli couscous and labne delivers tender, fall-apart meat, as does Shane Delia’s recipe for 12-hour roast lamb shoulder with pistachio and green-olive tabbouleh. Plus, pasta master Sarah Cicolini’s fusilli with lamb ragù, heady with garlic and lemon rind, is not to be overlooked — and we recommend serving with plenty of cracked pepper.

We also have recipes such as a comforting Greek lamb stew and Iranian-style lamb shoulder on the bone served with spiced rice. There’s also lamb cooked slowly in stews, in braises, in curries – the hard bit will be deciding which lamb recipe for the slow cooker to choose.

The best slow-cooked lamb recipes to cook this winter

Lamb korma

Lamb korma

Korma curry came about during the Mughul Empire in India. It’s usually a mild curry, although some versions include Kashmiri chilli to add a little heat, which we’ve done here.

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18562 Calabrian chilli and lamb stracci pasta with striped napkin and cutlery. Slow-cooked l;amb shoulder recipe with black garlic and mint persillade on pink dish with white and orange check napkin and two grapefruit palomas with burnt grapefruit and a sprig of rosemary. slow-cooked lamb with rosemary pesto in baking dish. Shane Delia: 12-hour roast lamb with pistachio and green-olive tabbouleh Eight-hour lamb shoulder with pearl couscous and labne Iranian-style lamb shoulder with cranberry and pistachio spiced rice Lamb and pumpkin ragù with pappardelle Slow-roasted lamb shoulder with Brussels sprout slaw Guy Grossi's abbacchio alla Romana Lamb korma slow cooked Lamb with cumin by chef Andew McConnell Lamb shoulder and bean stew Twelve-hour Indian-spiced lamb shoulder with saffron pilaf Baharat lamb shoulder with onions and moghrabieh Lamb with roast-apple chutney Slow-cooked spiced lamb with prunes Shawarma-spiced roast lamb leg with beetroot sauce Lamb shanks cooked slowly with olives and red wine slow cooked Lamb and anchovy pies Templo's slow cooked lamb belly with pearl barley Fusilli with lamb ragu (Fusilli con ragu di agnello) Slow cooker pumpkin and lamb neck Pie with slow cooked lamb and Manchego cheese filling Slow-roasted lamb shoulder with pistachios, pomegranate and vine leaves Paul Carmichael's curried lamb leg slow cooked Slow cooked Lamb and duchess potato pie Buttermilk-brined slow cooked lamb shoulder with harissa Lamb shoulder ragu with gnocchetti Slow roasted lamb shoulder with yellow bean, cumin and chilli Lamb shawarma slow cooked gourmettraveller-18562
Indulgent cheese recipes where more is more https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/cheese-recipes-14865/ Thu, 21 May 2026 03:34:41 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/cheese-recipes-14865 Say cheese, and eat it too.

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Gooey, creamy and oh-so-delicious. Whether it’s shaved over pasta, layered and melted in a dinner bake, or devoured on its own, cheese turns ordinary recipes into extraordinary dishes.

Our collection of luscious cheese recipes features show-stopping dishes, including our baked brie with fennel pollen and burnt honey nuts, Embla‘s cheddar gnocchi with crushed tomato and olive oil, a classic cacio e pepe recipe and a mixed mushroom and brie tart.

For fast and simple weeknight dinners, try our prosciutto-wrapped chicken with a fig and goat’s cheese stuffing, or our cauliflower take on a comfort food classic: macaroni and cheese. While our burrata with herb oil and cucumber and Raclette with smoked bacon and fine herb salad recipes make for wonderfully cheesy side dishes. Planning a dinner party? Try our four-cheese and sopressa pizza with chilli that conveinently only takes 30 minutes to make.

Looking for a weekend cooking challenge? We also have a simple cheese making guide for fior di latte, a delicious stretched-curd cheese to make at home.

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These are our very best cheese recipes.

Mezze maniche alla gricia

Blue cheese and leek tarts with roasted grapes

Cheesy potato and garlic pull-aparts

Proscuitto-wrapped chicken with fig and goat’s cheese stuffing

Twice-baked goat’s cheese soufflé with Manchego and chive

Pot pie with golden puff pastry top, spilling over with creamy vegetable filling, served in a rustic metal dish on a dark surface.

Triple-cheese pot pies with braised greens

Plate of tortellini with black pepper and cheese, a fork, and a dish of grated cheese on a light background.

Al Dente’s tortellini cacio e pepe

Baked cheese topped with honeycomb, nuts, pine nuts, and herbs on a round dish with bread slices on the side.

Baked brie with fennel pollen and burnt honey nuts

Porcine’s zucchini, pecorino and basil tart

Baked cauliflower with Bûche D’Affinois cheese custard

Jason Saxby’s burrata with peach, fennel, macadamia, mint and lemon myrtle oil

Bowl of zucchini ribbons with vibrant red sauce, served with flatbread on a plate.

Alex Davies’ baked burrata with marinated zucchini and fermented chilli

Petit Rouge honeycomb mac and cheese

Cauliflower mac and cheese

Quiche with herbs and pepper, partially sliced on a black plate, knife beside, on a marble surface with white cloth.

Smoked cheddar and onion quiche

Summer lemon and three cheese pizza

Rectangular mushroom tart with golden flaky pastry, topped with sliced mushrooms, cheese, and thyme on parchment paper.

Mixed mushroom and brie tart

Burrata with herb oil and cucumber

Burrata with herb oil and cucumber

(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Burrata with herb oil and cucumber

Macaroni and cheese

(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Mat Lindsay’s cheddar pie

Mozzarella in carrozza

Mozzarella in carrozza

(Credits: Chris Court)

Mozzarella in carrozza

Cacio e pepe

Semolina and Pyengana cheddar gnocchi, crushed tomato and olive oil
(Credits: Mark Roper)

Embla’s cheddar gnocchi, crushed tomato and olive oil

Triple-cheese toastie

Triple-cheese toastie

(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Triple-cheese toastie

Cheese pie

Cheese pie

(Credits: Chris Court)

Triple-cheese pie

Gorgonzola croquettes and quince ketchup
(Credits: Mark Roper)

Gorgonzola croquettes and quince ketchup

Golden-fried haloumi and olives
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Golden fried haloumi and olives

Ricotta and silverbeet malfatti with sage burnt butter
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Rosetta’s ricotta and silverbeet malfatti with sage burnt butter

Tartiflette

Tartiflette

(Credits: Chris Chen and Ben Dearnley)

Tartiflette

Bistro Gitan’s twice-baked Roquefort soufflé with poached quince

A white baking tray with lasagne, with a rectangle slice cut out.
(Credits: Teny Aghamalian)

A classic lasagne

Fior di latte

Fior di latte

(Credits: Chris Chen)

How to make fior di latte

Cauliflower, bacon and cheese fritters

Ham and provolone mac and cheese with fried egg

How to make a goat’s cheese and herb quiche

Naxi-style fried goat’s cheese, spring onions and tomatoes (Chao rubing)

Baked goat’s cheese on toast

Ultimate mac and cheese

Broccoli cheese with anchovy and chilli crumbs

Triple-cheese cauliflower

Triple-cheese pasta and pancetta frittata

Four-cheese and sopressa pizza with chilli

Cheese and bread soup (zuppa di formaggi)

Raclette with smoked bacon and fine herb salad

Leek and cheese flamiches

Buck rarebit with cider-braised leeks

Duck-fat scones, smoked cheese, sausage gravy and fried eggs

Crema di zucca con fontina

Crema di zucca con fontina

(Credits: William Meppem)

Crema di zucca con fontina

Stracciatella grilled on lemon leaves

Vincisgrassi

Giant meatballs stuffed with mozzarella

Cauliflower cheese

Five-cheese and ham triple-decker toastie recipe

Five-cheese and ham triple-decker toastie recipe

(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Five-cheese and ham triple-decker toastie

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14865 Four-cheese fondue flatbread with giardiniera Pot pie with golden puff pastry top, spilling over with creamy vegetable filling, served in a rustic metal dish on a dark surface. Plate of tortellini with black pepper and cheese, a fork, and a dish of grated cheese on a light background. Baked cheese topped with honeycomb, nuts, pine nuts, and herbs on a round dish with bread slices on the side. Bowl of zucchini ribbons with vibrant red sauce, served with flatbread on a plate. Quiche with herbs and pepper, partially sliced on a black plate, knife beside, on a marble surface with white cloth. Rectangular mushroom tart with golden flaky pastry, topped with sliced mushrooms, cheese, and thyme on parchment paper. web_burrata.jpg <p>Burrata with herb oil and cucumber</p> web_cheddarpie.jpg GT1710_Panini_PANINI_0094A.jpg <p>Mozzarella in carrozza</p> web_cheddargnocchi.jpg web_cheesetoastie.jpg <p>Triple-cheese toastie</p> web_cheesepie.jpg <p>Cheese pie</p> GT1806_Principle_Pleasures_Gorgonzola_croquettes_and_quince_ketchupA.jpg GT1812_Quick_Meals_Golden_haloumi_and_olivesA.jpg web_malfatti.jpg GT1808_One_-_only_TartifletteA.jpg <p>Tartiflette</p> 1566263264733_weblasagne.jpg fiordilatte.gif <p>Fior di latte</p> web_crema.jpg <p>Crema di zucca con fontina</p> web_cheesetoastie2.jpg <p>Five-cheese and ham triple-decker toastie recipe</p> gourmettraveller-14865
The best homemade bread recipes that don’t require a bread maker https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/scanpan-easy-homemade-bread-recipes/ Mon, 18 May 2026 03:11:40 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/?p=233086 From easy no-knead loaves to quick flatbreads.

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In any new town, a queue outside the local bakery is usually a good sign – a steady stream of people waiting for fresh bread still warm from the oven, or a sweet baked treat to enjoy with their morning coffee.

Experience that same pleasure at home by baking your own. It’s a lot easier than you think, and you don’t need special equipment or complicated techniques.

This collection focuses on easy homemade bread recipes, using little more than a good pan or baking tray to turn out focaccia, flatbreads and flavour-packed loaves at home.

Easy baking pesto twists

These cheesy mozzarella and pesto bread twists are the perfect pull-apart starter or afternoon snack.

Caramel brioche buns
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Caramel brioche buns

What’s not to love about buttery brioche with a centre of warm caramel?
Easy homemade bread recipes focaccia

For golden tomatoey focaccia that will rise to any occasion, bake it in a deep baking tray.

Soft Danish Bread
(credit: Scanpan)

Sourdough starter and rye flour are the key ingredients in this traditional bread. The addition of malt flour or cocoa gives it an extra kick of flavour.

Easy homemade bread recipes pecan bread

Allowing the bread to cool completely on the cooling rack will help it to develop a good crust and a deliciously soft centre.

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233086 Scanpan Pesto Twists Caramel brioche buns Oregano and garlic flatbreads Roti canai Ploughman’s lunch with pickled onions and onion-rye bread Blistered tomato, potato and truffle salami breakfast bread Scanpan Foccacia Scanpan Soft Danish Bread Scanpan Pecan Bread gourmettraveller-233086
Our best Asian dumpling recipes https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/dumpling-recipe-ideas14929/ Thu, 14 May 2026 02:02:41 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/dumpling-recipes-14929 Pleat, eat, repeat.

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Dumplings may be bite-sized, but they pack a flavour punch. Here, we have a dumpling recipe for all tastes, from spicy Sichuan parcels and plump prawn har gow to crispy gyozas. So step up your wrapping game with these recipes for steamed, boiled and fried dumplings packed with pork, chicken, prawn, lamb and even mushroom.

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Our best dumpling recipes

Siu mai dumpling recipe
Siu mai (Credits: John Paul Urizar)

How to make siu mai

Firm favourites in the dumpling world, these dainty parcels are child’s play to make.
Pork dumpling recipe
Pork dumplings (Credits: William Meppem)

Pork dumplings

Australian Gourmet Traveller fast Asian-style recipe for pork dumplings.
Crab xiao long bao dumpling recipe
Crab xiao long bao (Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Crab xiao long bao

The Shanghai dumpling goes luxe. We’ve stuffed ours with picked crabmeat, but the traditional, slurpable stock still remains.
Pork, scallop and sticky rice siu mai dumpling
Pork, scallop and sticky rice siu mai (Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Pork, scallop and sticky rice siu mai

Our spin on the traditional Cantonese siu mai, with sticky rice for added texture, and scallops to up the luxe factor.
Jade prawn dumplings
Jade prawn dumplings (Credits: Chris Court)

Jade prawn dumplings

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for jade prawn dumplings.

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14929 Pork and cabbage pot-stickers Mushroom gyoza with frizzled enoki mushrooms Prawn dumplings with organic tamari and chilli dressing Pork and ginger gyoza dumplings Spicy Sichuan-style lamb dumplings with chilli oil Siu mai dumpling recipe Pork dumpling recipe Mushroom gyoza: Japanese dumpling recipe Poached pork and garlic chive dumplings (Jiu cai jiaozi) Best dumpling recipe ideas: pot-stickers Prawn and scallop har gow Crab xiao long bao dumpling recipe Shobosho's chicken and prawn wontons, chicken dashi and Chinese broccoli Pork, scallop and sticky rice siu mai dumpling Jade prawn dumplings Pork dumplings with black vinegar and ginger gourmettraveller-14929
45 beetroot recipes that taste as good as they look https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/beetroot-recipes-16336/ Wed, 13 May 2026 06:58:00 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/beetroot-recipes-16336 In a world of ugly-delicious root vegetables, beetroots are the rainbow-coloured stunners of the table.

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Grated raw, roasted whole or blitzed in a borsch, with beetroot recipes comes a world of possibilities. From a roast beetroot dish that makes for an excellent side to dessert recipes with beetroot and chocolate, the vibrant root vegetable is versatile in our eyes.

Here, we have beetroot recipes for all occasions, including beetroot salad recipes, beetroot-cured ocean trout, vegetarian beetroot kebabs, and chocolate-beetroot brownies. Celebrate the gorgeous purple root vegetable this season with these downright delicious dishes.

These are our best beetroot recipes.

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Best beetroot salad recipes

Beetroot salad with sweet and sour dressing recipe
Beetroot salad with sweet and sour dressing recipe (Credits: Chris Court)

Beetroot salad with sweet and sour dressing

Beetroot salad with sweet and sour dressing recipe – Preheat oven to 180C. Place beetroot on separate pieces of foil large enough to wrap them.
Beetroot and orange salad with sumac dressing
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Beetroot and orange salad with sumac dressing

A salad that makes the most of winter produce, this simple number is ideal on its own if you’re looking for a light lunch but you can pair it with fish or chicken for a larger meal, too.
Borsch
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Borsch

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for borsch.
Beetroot salad with barley and hazelnut
Beetroot salad with barley and hazelnut (Credits: Alicia Taylor)

Beetroot salad with barley and hazelnut

Using a mix of raw and roasted vegetables in salads is a simple way to add different textures and flavours to a dish. Beetroot works particularly well.

More beetroot recipes

Roasted beetroot carpaccio
(Credits: Con Poulos )

Roasted beetroot carpaccio

This stunning roasted beetroot carpaccio is more than just a pretty face – it’s complex, earthy and flavoursome.
Shawarma-spiced roast lamb leg with beetroot sauce
Shawarma-spiced roast lamb leg with beetroot sauce (Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Shawarma-spiced roast lamb leg with beetroot sauce

For a spicy twist on the traditional lamb roast, our Shawarma-spiced leg with beetroot sauce adds an authentic share dish for the whole table.
The ultimate salad sandwich
(Credits: William Meppem)

The ultimate salad sandwich

Why is it the ultimate? It could have something to do with the generous fillings, pickled carrot and tahini-yoghurt dressing.
Gravlax recipe
Salmon gravlax with micro herbs, crushed pink peppercorns, and edible flowers (as referenced in our serving suggestion below). (Credits: Alicia Taylor)

How to make salmon gravlax

Set up a celebration station at your next party with this show-stopping gin-cured salmon gravlax as the hero.
Borsch
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Borsch

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for borsch.
Beetroot soup with burrata
Beetroot soup with burrata (Credits: William Meppem)

Beetroot soup with burrata

This recipe for beetroot soup with burrata is by Shaun Kelly from Au Passage in Paris.
Steak with sweet and sour beetroot and horseradish crème fraiche
Steak with sweet and sour beetroot and horseradish crème fraiche (Credits: Chris Chen)

Steak with sweet and sour beetroot and horseradish crème fraiche

Steak with sweet and sour beetroot and horseradish crème fraiche recipe – For sweet and sour beetroot, bring wine, vinegar, sugar, spices, reserved silverbeet stems and 125ml water to the boil in a saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Season to taste
Beetroot kebabs with labne and dukkah
(Credits: Mark Roper)

Beetroot kebabs with labne and dukkah

Vegetarians rejoice: smoky slivers of beetroot threaded onto metal skewers mean vegetables are no longer an afterthought at barbecues. Thanks, Joseph Abboud.
Burnt beetroot carpaccio
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Burnt beetroot carpaccio

“Use a very sharp knife to thinly slice the charred beets. The slicing is when the magic is revealed,” says Eyal Shani. “The beetroot heart has remained untouched. It’s red, full of life. Most of its fluid has evaporated leaving him weightless, but still juicy, sweeter than ever, bearing unique mineral flavours within that are unparalleled.”

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16336 A smoked beetroot galette Middle Eastern-inspired beetroot and moghrabieh salad Beetroot, feta and lentil salad. Warm cauliflower, chickpea and beetroot salad Smashed beetroot, quinoa, egg and avocado salad Beetroot, chickpea and za'atar salad Beetroot salad with sweet and sour dressing recipe Beetroot and orange salad with sumac dressing Borsch Beetroot salad with lentils and yoghurt dressing Beetroot, radicchio, Gorgonzola and toasted walnut salad Cutler & Co's red endive and beetroot salad with juniper and horseradish cream Lemon-scented labneh with fig and beetroot Beetroot and ham salad with sour cherry dressing Quail egg, beetroot and bacon salad Roast beetroot and blood orange salad Damien Pignolet's cauliflower, beetroot and celeriac salad with horseradish cream Kelda Haines’s goat’s cheese, beetroot and blackberry salad Crunchy beetroot and mint salad with labne Salad of pork rillettes, scratchings, potato and beetroot Duck, orange and beetroot salad Beetroot salad with barley and hazelnut Sliced cooked lamb, beetroot and walnut with herb dressing Bird's eye view of smoked beetroot dish with pink salad leaves in a white bowl atop a terrazzo surface Persian red lentil soup with tahini, beetroot and fried mint Burgers with pickled beetroot Roasted beetroot carpaccio Shawarma-spiced roast lamb leg with beetroot sauce The ultimate salad sandwich Gravlax recipe Lamb koftas with beetroot salad Beetroot and carrot mezzalune with leek, hazelnut and poppy seeds Hasselback beetroot with cabbage and dukkah Borsch Roasted beets and onions with yoghurt, quinoa and walnuts Spiced pork chops with beetroot relish Fettuccine with beetroot and nettle butter Battered beetroot and cauliflower Beetroot soup with burrata Roast root vegetables with sumac dressing Pide rolls with roast lamb and beetroot Smoked mackerel smorrebrod with beetroot salad pink plate loaded with white dip, burrata and beetroots Steak with sweet and sour beetroot and horseradish crème fraiche Beetroot leaf ravioli with ricotta salata and herb sauce Slow-roasted pork shoulder panini with parsley mayo and pickled beetroot Smoked eel, pickled beetroot and horseradish Pepper-crusted beef rib with beetroot and wilted beetroot greens Pork, rabbit and chorizo skewers with paprika oil and beetroot, apple and watercress salad Truffled pork pies with watercress and beetroot salad Root vegetables roasted in goose fat Duck with Jerusalem artichokes, beetroot and red wine Sashimi of mulloway with beetroot pickle Roast baby beetroot, goat’s curd and rosemary tart Baked beetroot with cream and thyme sauce Beetroot-cured ocean trout with buttermilk and soft herbs Sumac lamb cutlets with beetroot hummus Calamari cooked in olive oil with spiced beetroot salad Carpaccio of kangaroo with beetroot and native fruits Beetroot kebabs with labne and dukkah Burnt beetroot carpaccio Roasted beetroot with bottarga and crème fraîche Luke & Samuel Bourke’s kangaroo with beetroot Burrata with balsamic buttered beetroot, vincotto and rosemary Spiced beetroot seed cake with rapadura frosting Beetroot brownies with ginger crème fraîche Chocolate and beetroot cake gourmettraveller-16336
42 lamb recipes for easy entertaining https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/lamb-recipes-for-christmas-15054/ Wed, 13 May 2026 02:04:24 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/lamb-recipes-for-christmas-15054 For gatherings big or small, there's a lamb main for you.

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Whether for a casual weeknight meal or for a larger weekend get-together, lamb is a certified crowd-pleaser. Tender, juicy and slightly sweet, it has the ability to shine in any form.

Perfectly roasted lamb shoulder, infused with garlic and rosemary, is an aromatic centrepiece for any dinner party; while lamb racks crusted with pistachios and mint offer a show of vibrant colours and textures. Slow-cooked lamb shanks in red wine bring unparalleled tenderness, paired beautifully with roast vegetables and mashed potato. And don’t miss Mediterranean-inspired lamb stuffed with herbs and feta for a unique flair.

From slow-cooked lamb shoulders to barbecued cutlets and butterflied legs, whether for gatherings big or small, these are the lamb recipes we’ll be serving up this year.

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Crowd-pleasing lamb recipes to turn to in 2026

Lemongrass and palm sugar lamb skewers served on a betel leaf.
(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

Lemongrass lamb skewers

These lightly spiced lemongrass lamb skewers make for a vibrant addition to your next barbeque line-up.
Paul Farag’s chermoula lamb ribs fatteh
Photo: Ben Dearnley (Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Paul Farag’s chermoula lamb ribs fatteh

The fresh drizzle of punchy chermoula that cuts through the rich fattiness of the tender lamb ribs makes this recipe by Aalia’s Paul Farag a must try.
Aerial image of two lamb cutlets on top of a couscous salad with lemon and herbs.
Photo: John Paul Urizar (Credits: John Paul Urizar)

Shawarma-spiced roasted lamb rack

Lamb doesn’t have to be a long drawn out cook. These roasted lamb racks are ready for the plate within 30 minutes, salad and all.
Barbecued lamb in baharat and yoghurt
Barbecued lamb in baharat and yoghurt (Credits: Alicia Taylor)

Barbecued lamb in baharat and yoghurt

Barbecued lamb leftovers are perfect for wraps and salads to serve on Boxing Day. Begin this recipe a day ahead.
Shawarma-spiced roast lamb leg with beetroot sauce
Shawarma-spiced roast lamb leg with beetroot sauce (Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Shawarma-spiced roast lamb leg with beetroot sauce

For a spicy twist on the traditional lamb roast, our Shawarma-spiced leg with beetroot sauce adds an authentic share dish for the whole table.
Baharat lamb shoulder with onions and moghrabieh
Time equals flavour. So much flavour. (Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Greg Malouf’s baharat lamb shoulder with onions and moghrabieh

“Lamb rubbed with spices and cooked slowly is quite a traditional preparation in the Middle East,” says Greg Malouf. “Served with moghrabieh, giant couscous, this is a great dish to put in the middle of the table with some yoghurt and away you go.”
Buttermilk-brined slow cooked lamb shoulder with harissa
Buttermilk-brined lamb shoulder with harissa (Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Buttermilk-brined lamb shoulder with harissa

Buttermilk-brined lamb shoulder with harissa recipe – For the buttermilk brine, place salt and 600ml water in a saucepan and bring to the boil, stirring until salt dissolves.
Daniel Puskas' dry-aged lamb rump with caramelised pumpkin juice
Daniel Puskas' dry-aged lamb rump with caramelised pumpkin juice (Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Daniel Puskas’ dry-aged lamb rump with caramelised pumpkin juice

At Sixpenny, Daniel Puskas uses a dry-ages lamb rump for a richer natural flavour paired with a caramelised pumpkin juice. Made with a cabernet sauvignon vinegar, the complex juice is sweet with a slight acidity.

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15054 Honey and pomegranate lamb skewers with Persian jewelled rice Mango pickle butter roasted lamb with roti Prosciutto-wrapped lamb chops with salad Sliced cooked lamb, beetroot and walnut with herb dressing Lamb skewers (arrosticini) and olives with salmoriglio An aerial view of grilled lamb chops and grilled zucchini with lemon and rosemary. An aerial view of a lamb, zucchini and haloumi flatbreads with chilli honey Greek lamb meatballs recipe with orzo, tomato-garlic sauce and fried oregano Lamb and pumpkin ragù with pappardelle Calabrian chilli and lamb stracci pasta with striped napkin and cutlery. Lamb kofta with toum on tabletop with a tabbouleh side salad. Lamb scottadito with mint salsa verde and roast crushed potatoes Lemongrass and palm sugar lamb skewers served on a betel leaf. Fennel spiced lamb ribs with goats curd tzatziki Oven-roasted lamb chops with potatoes Spiced lamb racks with roast vegetables, couscous and harissa yoghurt Spiced lamb and rice stuffed cabbage rolls with green tahini sauce Slow-cooked l;amb shoulder recipe with black garlic and mint persillade on pink dish with white and orange check napkin and two grapefruit palomas with burnt grapefruit and a sprig of rosemary. Paul Farag’s chermoula lamb ribs fatteh slow-cooked lamb with rosemary pesto in baking dish. Aerial image of two lamb cutlets on top of a couscous salad with lemon and herbs. Barbecued lamb in baharat and yoghurt Shawarma-spiced roast lamb leg with beetroot sauce Roast rolled lamb loin with anchovies and rosemary lamb-rump-dish-with-salad slow Roast lamb neck with kale, feta and dill Baharat lamb shoulder with onions and moghrabieh Buttermilk-brined slow cooked lamb shoulder with harissa Grilled lamb cutlets with yoghurt and fresh chilli chutney Lamb stuffed with silverbeet and anchovies Roast lamb leg Roast lamb and carrots with buckwheat and carrot-top pilaf Lamb cutlets with feta skordalia and micro herbs on white plate with gold spoon and fork. Roast lamb rack recipe with braised silverbeet, fennel and macadamia pesto Slow-roasted lamb shoulder with pistachios, pomegranate and vine leaves Daniel Puskas' dry-aged lamb rump with caramelised pumpkin juice Spring lamb roast with mint yoghurt sauce Lamb rack with piquillo peppers, rocket and burghul Barbecued butterflied lamb leg with saltbush rub Slow-roasted leg of lamb with rosé pears and cloves of garlic Iranian-style lamb shoulder with cranberry and pistachio spiced rice Shane Delia: 12-hour roast lamb with pistachio and green-olive tabbouleh gourmettraveller-15054
38 quick and easy fish recipes https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/quick-easy-fish-recipes-18333/ Wed, 13 May 2026 02:02:05 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/quick-easy-fish-recipes-18333 Fast fish in a flash.

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The beauty of fish is that it cooks quickly, meaning dinner lands on the table fast. Quickly fry or roast a few fillets of red mullet, swordfish or ocean trout; braise some snapper in a yellow curry; or, don’t cook it at all. Sashimi, poke bowls and raw fish salads make fast fish dinners a breeze.

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Selecting sustainable seafood is important when it comes to fish. While nine in 10 Australians say that they’re concerned about fish sustainability, only a fraction of us put our money where our mouth is. So, Gourmet Traveller created a sustainable seafood guide to shine a light on the ways you can be a better fish eater, from buying local and lesser-known fish species to handy online tool Good Fish Bad Fish. Or check out Australia’s independent sustainable seafood guide, Good Fish.

A note on buying sustainable seafood
Three portions of ocean trout topped with strips of crisp fish and dill, with a bowl of yoghurt, on a white oval platter. A bowl of shredded kohlrabi is position at the top-right.
(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

Pan-fried ocean trout with kohlrabi salad

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

A spicy fish dish that’s on the table in under an hour. 

(Credits: Brett Stevens)

A seafood centrepiece lifted by sweetness, heat and citrus herbs.

Chiu chow raw fish salad

Chiu chow raw fish salad

(Credits: Anson Smart)

Chiu chow raw fish salad

Snapper curry with green beans and coriander
(Credits: William Meppem)

Snapper curry with green beans and coriander

Tuna with caponata
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Tuna with caponata

(Credits: Craig Wall)

Coconut dhal with barramundi

King trout and Lebanese zucchini
(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

King trout and Lebanese zucchini

(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

Ochazuke

Gemfish cooked in vermouth
(Credits: Anson Smart )

Gemfish in vermouth sauce

Two sides of white fish, skin side up, surrounded by black olives, in a metal fry pan, on a grey tea towel.
(Credits: Con Poulos)

Pan-fried snapper with black-olive vinaigrette

Over-the-top image of round metal frying pan, with pink ocean trout coated in a red chilli paste and drizzled with yoghurt.
(Credits: James Moffatt)

Roast ocean trout with chilli-turmeric paste

Salmon and blackbean sauce stir-fry
(Credits: Chris Chen)

Baked salmon with black bean sauce

Sardine toasts with agrodolce
(Credits: Chris Chen)

Sardine toasts with agrodolce

Pan-fried ocean trout with cauliflower, almonds and brown butter
(Credits: Benito Martin)

Pan-fried ocean trout with cauliflower, almonds and brown butter

Mexican-style tuna salad with grapefruit, avocado and fennel
(Credits: William Meppem)

Tuna salad with grapefruit, avocado and fennel

Ocean trout with watermelon, jalapeno and lime
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Ocean trout with watermelon, jalapeño and lime

(Credits: Will Horner)

Mike McEnearney’s grilled red mullet with Moroccan spices

Fish burgers
(Credits: Chris Chen)

Fish burgers

(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

White fish crudo with avocado, herbs and cucumber-lime dressing

Sashimi with nori salt, avocado and ginger

Kingfish poke with pickled ginger ponzu
(Credits: William Meppem)

Kingfish poke with pickled ginger ponzu

Pan-fried swordfish with lemon-caper butter and salted potatoes
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Pan-fried swordfish with lemon-caper butter and salted potatoes

Snapper with broccolini and nori-miso butter
(Credits: Nic Gossage)

Snapper with broccolini and nori-miso butter

Trout and daikon rice bowl
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Trout and daikon rice bowl

Sashimi of mulloway with a sesame-citrus dressing, edamame and seaweed

Sashimi of mulloway with a sesame-citrus dressing, edamame and seaweed

(Credits: Chris Court)

Sashimi of mulloway with a sesame-citrus dressing, edamame and seaweed

Smoked trout, carrot and quinoa salad with harissa dressing
(Credits: William Meppem)

Smoked trout, carrot and quinoa salad with harissa dressing

Anchovies, tomatoes and bread
(Credits: Chris Chen)

Anchovies and tomatoes on sourdough

Kingfish skewers with borloui bean and celery heart salad
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Kingfish skewers with borlotti bean and celery heart salad

Roasted mullet with olive salsa

Roasted mullet with olive salsa

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

Roasted mullet with olive salsa

Farro, broccoli and smoked trout salad

Farro, broccoli and smoked trout salad

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

Farro, broccoli and smoked trout salad

Barramundi with braised green beans, dill and mint

Barramundi with braised green beans, dill and mint

(Credits: William Meppem)

Barramundi with braised green beans, dill and mint

John Dory with shiitake mushrooms and ginger

Ocean trout with harissa and yoghurt
(Credits: Chris Chen)

Ocean trout with harissa and yoghurt

A fillet of white fish on a plate with white sauce and potatoes. There is a mint green background.

Corfu bianco with John Dory, onions and potatoes.

(Credits: Chris Court )

Hellenika’s Corfu Bianco with John Dory, potato, onions and lemon

Swordfish steaks with honey and citrus kosho dressing

(Credits: James Moffatt)

A quick, flavour-packed dinner with crisp-skinned fillets, herby grains and a creamy dressing, finished with fragrant brown butter.

Sicilian snapper with zucchini, mint and pistachio nuts
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Get that sought-after crisp skin every time with this trick.

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18333 web_oceantrout-(1).jpg Charred swordfish with ’nduja butter and corn purée Harissa-honey glazed ocean trout with herb yoghurt (1) web_fast_rawfishsalad.jpg <p>Chiu chow raw fish salad </p> GT1804_Quick_meals_Snapper_curry_with_green_beans_and_corianderA.jpg GT1902_Quick-meals_Tuna_with_caponata_A.jpg WEB_DHAL.jpg web_kingtrout.jpg web_ochazuke.jpg GT1906_Quick-meals_Quic_Meals_Fito_050219_26604.jpg web_fisholives.jpg web_chillifish_2.jpg 20181113-gourmet-111-(1).jpg GT1810_Quick_meals_Sardine_toasts_with_agrodolceA.jpg GT1805_Quick_meals_Pan_fried_ocean_trout_with_cauliflower_almonds_and_brown_butterA.jpg GT1803_Quick_meals_Mexican-style_tuna_salad_with_grapefruit_avocado_and_fennelA.jpg GT1902_Quick-meals_Ocean_trout_with_watermelon_jalapeno_and_lime_A.jpg web_mullet.jpg GT1901_Quick_Meals_Fish_BurgersA.jpg web_avokingfishcrudo.jpg GT1801_Quick-meals_GT-Fast-2010–03_1489_web.jpg GT1810_Quick_meals_Pan_fried_swordfish_with_lemon_caper_butter_and_salted_potatoesA.jpg GT1806_Quick_meals_Snapper_with_broccolini_and_nori_miso_butterA.jpg web_troutdaikon.jpg web_sashimi.jpg <p>Sashimi of mulloway with a sesame-citrus dressing, edamame and seaweed</p> GT1803_Quick_meals_Smoked_trout_carrot_and_quinoa_salad_with_harissa_dressingA.jpg GT1902_Ocean_drive_Anchovies_tomatoes_and_bread_A.jpg Fish-skewers.jpg web_fastmullet.jpg <p>Roasted mullet with olive salsa</p> web_fastsalad.jpg <p>Farro, broccoli and smoked trout salad</p> web_barramundi.jpg <p>Barramundi with braised green beans, dill and mint</p> GT1901_Quick_Meals_Ocean_Trout_With_Harissa_And_YoghurtA.jpg Web_GT_2022_02_HELLENIKA_0122.jpg <p>Corfu bianco with John Dory, onions and potatoes. </p> Pan-fried barramundi with sugar snap pea and couscous salad web_snapper.jpg gourmettraveller-18333
Our top 10 beef brisket recipes https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/brisket-recipes-18838/ Tue, 12 May 2026 06:53:41 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/brisket-recipes-18838 A long, lingering cook is in order.

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As we start to head into winter and cooler climates, it’s beef brisket recipes we’re dreaming of. Beef brisket is rich in flavour and can be cheaper than typical “prime” cuts such as ribeye. It’s taken from the lower chest of a cow and is a tough cut of meat that, with a long and lingering cook, yields fall-apart beef.

There are also all kinds of recipes that call for beef brisket. Texan barbecue, for example, favours it cooked low and slow over wood and coals – see our 12-hour barbecue recipe if that’s what’s on your mind. Braised, such as in O Tama Carey’s black braised brisket or Tony Tan’s recipe with chilli oil sauce, produces spiced, aromatic dishes; and to feed a crowd, it has to be our easy brisket nachos cooked in the oven.

Here, we have easy beef brisket recipes you can set and forget, as well as more challenging dishes that are absolutely worth the effort. All of them are cooked at a low temperature over many hours, and deliver incredibly tasty results.

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Beef brisket recipe ideas for winter

O Tama Carey's black braised brisket

O Tama Carey’s black braised brisket

Rich with sweet spices and soured with tamarind, this black braised brisket dish is robust and hot. Serve it with O Tama Carey’s cabbage mallung and rhubarb achcharu.

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18838 Brisket tortillas with green chilli, tomatillo and cucumber salsa Beef brisket and mushroom pot pies Cheat’s Texas brisket with coleslaw and barbecue sauce Beef brisket with chilli-oil sauce 12-hour barbecue beef brisket O Tama Carey's black braised brisket Beef brisket with Sherry-glazed mushrooms Loaded beef brisket nachos Beer-braised brisket pie with tomatillo salsa Brisket burgers with cheddar, slaw and comeback sauce gourmettraveller-18838
45 must-try rice recipes https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/rice-recipes-14739/ Tue, 12 May 2026 05:23:09 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/rice-recipes-14739 The unsung hero of the kitchen — from weeknight dinners to global comfort bowls.

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Whether it’s stirred through a slow mushroom risotto with radicchio and porcini, tossed into a bold crab fried rice, or brightened with lemon and vongole, rice shows up in countless guises across the kitchen. From Indonesian-style nasi goreng to Japanese comfort bowls, smoky taco rice to fragrant biryani and pilaf, it slips easily between cuisines, moods and moments. There are few staples as adaptable — or as quietly essential.

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Here are our favourite rice recipes to add to your rotation.

Cheat’s radicchio risotto with porcini and sage.
Cheat’s radicchio risotto with porcini and sage. (Credits: Photo: James Moffatt / Styling: Maxwell Adey)

Bittersweet radicchio and porcini bring depth to this easy weeknight mushroom risotto.

Spanner crab and mushroom fried rice in a bowl with neon-lit background
Trisha Greentree’s spanner crab and mushroom fried rice (Credits: Benito Martin)

A bold crab and mushroom fried rice layered with flavour for a late-night snack or effortless dinner.

Lemon rice with vongole and dill oil on white dish with blue and white patterned napkin and silver knife and fork.
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Lemon rice is decidedly Greek. Here it is served with vongole to celebrate Mediterranean flavours.

Dolmades wrapped in a silverbeet leaf served on a white platter and drixxled with olive oil. Tzatziki served on the side for dipping.
(Credits: Chris Court)

While a little fiddly, these dolmades are well worth the effort.

Beef sausage curry with coconut rice recipe
(Credits: Chris Chen)

Some of the most memorable dishes are whipped up out of nothing, using whatever’s in the cupboard and a bit of invention. The idea of a sausage curry was surely born in such circumstances. But that doesn’t mean it can’t be spruced up into something special.

Beef taco rice
(Credits: William Meppem)

Beef taco rice is an Okinawan specialty that is an example of how fusion is by no means a dirty word.

Indonesian fried rice with snake bean relish
(Credits: Chris Chen)

Need Indonesian-style fried rice in a flash? You need this super-fast recipe for nasi goreng.

Party paella
(Credits: William Meppem)

How to feed a crowd.

Amy Chanta and Palisa Anderson's khao padt bpla khem (mackerel fried rice)
(Credits: Elise Hassey)

A simple fried rice that punches above its weight, thanks to the addition of salted mackerel.

Japanese pork donburi with dark blue background
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

An all-in-one rice bowl.

Mushroom and mascarpone risotto
(Credits: William Meppem)

This fast mushroom risotto recipe, made rich and creamy with mascarpone, is sure to become a favourite.

Close-up of a plate of roast chicken thighs on a bed of yellow pilaf, garnished with coriander leaves and lime wedges.
(Credits: Benito Martin)

A yoghurt marinade for the chicken produces super juicy results. Here we’ve served it with a fragrant pilaf for a complete meal.

Hyderabadi chicken biryani
(Credits: Sharyn Cairns)

A rich, spicy biryani by Melbourne restaurant Tonka.

(Credits: James Moffatt)

A deeply flavoured dish that maxes out the flavour of chicken wings, with greens and lemon for freshness.

Harissa chicken with carrot, rice and quinoa pilaf recipe
(Credits: William Meppem)

Chicken, boring? Things look up with the addition of harissa, the North African spice paste.

Leek, mushroom and thyme risotto
(Credits: Chris Chen)

A vegetarian-friendly dish that celebrates all that’s good about winter cooking.

(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

Japanese comfort food at its best.

Caramel pudding with crème fraîche, rhubarb and vanilla
(Credits: William Meppem)

A recipe combines rice pudding and brûlée into one bubbly result.

Twelve-hour Indian-spiced lamb shoulder with saffron pilaf
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

This dish goes to show that slow-cooked and steady wins the race.

Koshari

(Credits: William Meppem)

Rice and lentils served with a spiced tomato sauce and a pile of crisp onion: no wonder this Egyptian comfort food dish is so well loved.

Kung pao tofu with sesame crumb.
Kung pao tofu with sesame crumb. (Credits: Photo: John Paul Urizar / Styling: Olivia Blackmore)

Sweet heat meets crunch in this vibrant plant-based stir-fry.

Greek rice puddings with pistachio, lemon and fresh raspberries on white and orange rimmed plates with white spoons and small blue bowl of pistachios.
(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

This Greek rice pudding recipe with the sweetness of vanilla, pistachio and candied lemon will become a winter favourite.

Onigiri (Japanese rice balls) with nori and brushed with miso glaze
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Master one of Japan’s most famous street food snacks – Japanese rice balls.

(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

This zingy rice salad dials up the freshness. Enjoy it on its own or as a side dish with fried fish or chicken.

(Credits: Chris Court)

This twist on the Hawaiian bowl combines cured kingfish with the crunch of fresh salad and pickled veg, plus rice for sustenance.

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

“This dish reminds me of nights out in Tokyo, when we went to my favourite yakitori restaurant for their yaki onigiri (rice grilled over charcoal),” recalls chef-owner Jemma Whiteman.

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

Fragrant and filling, this low fuss meal is perfect for a midweek dinner.

Farro risotto with mushrooms, leek and parmesan
(Credits: Alicia Taylor )

A hearty autumn-friendly dish from the Paski co-owner and chef that’s perfect for the transition from warm to cold.

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

This simple and satisfying rice dish works equally well as a main or a side.

Brown rice congee with ginger and chilli-black bean sauce
(Credits: Chris Court)

Congee just might be one of the world’s most comforting dishes.

La Casita Rice Mexicana
(Credits: Kara Rosenlund)

“This dish is good enough to eat on its own,” says La Casita chef Josh Lewis. “The key is building up the layers of flavour, starting with good caramelisation on the rice.”

Crisp rice salad
(Credits: Credit: Kristoffer Paulsen)

It’s the Melbourne restaurant’s simplified version of the Lao-style salad, with crisp and crunch from the deep-fried jasmine rice.

Kerala-style prawns  with cauliflower rice
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Cauliflower rice makes a fine alternative to the real thing, adding extra nuttiness to this fragrant Indian-style prawn curry.

(Credits: Will Horner)

The salty, oceanic taste of the shrimp with the sour-sweetness of the green mango, a little heat from the chilli and plenty of texture make this a complete dish.

Rice salad with peas, mint, zucchini, lemon and pine nuts
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

A versatile summery salad that can be served warm or cold.

Bacon and egg rice bowls
(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

Breakfast for dinner? We say go for it.

Sweet potato and black bean rice bowl
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Call this a power bowl if you like – we just call it super-tasty. There are layers of Mexican-inspired flavour in this deeply satisfying dish.

Risotto al Barbaresco con Gorgonzola
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Risotto plus a glass of Barolo equals a good time. Adding Barolo to the risotto? That’s a guaranteed formula for fun.

Jewelled rice

This side is based on the Persian dish of tah-dig, where rice is cooked until it sticks to the bottom of the pan, providing a wonderful mix of fluffy and crunchy elements in the same mouthful.

Mushroom and pine nut brown rice bowl
(Credits: Benito Martin)

Pine nuts are a particularly good match with mushrooms – try this with pan-fried pine mushrooms when they come into season, too.

Macanese fried rice with cod

The flavours of Portugal and China unite in this unusual spin on fried rice.

Chilled rice pudding with honeyed figs
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Rice pudding makes a gorgeous chilled dessert, particularly topped with honeyed figs.

Pea risotto with buffalo mozzarella and spring herbs

This bright pea risotto recipe is the perfect way to welcome spring – and it hails from one of our favourite Hobart restaurants, Fico.

Ocean trout poke on matcha rice

Ocean trout poke on matcha rice recipe – Place rice, 500ml water and 1 tsp sea salt in a saucepan, bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook without uncovering for 20 minutes.

Coconut rice pudding with star anise and rhubarb in white ramekin on white and pink serving plates.
(Credits: James Moffatt)

This dessert is coconut, spice and all things nice.

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14739 Cheat’s radicchio risotto with porcini and sage. Cheat’s radicchio risotto with porcini and sage. Spanner crab and mushroom fried rice Trisha Greentree's spanner crab and mushroom fried rice Lemon rice with vongole and dill oil GT2201_WEB_WEBB_Hellenika_GT_2022_02_HELLENIKA_0063.gif <p>Photo: Chris Court</p> 20170310-gourmet-027.jpg web_tacorice.jpg <p>Beef taco rice</p> web_nasi_goreng.jpg <p>Indonesian fried rice with snake bean relish</p> 1212GT-movida-recipes-paella-628.jpg <p>Party paella</p> web_mackerelfriedrice.jpg web_Pork-Donburi-internal-version.jpg mushroom-risotto-2.jpg web_chickenpilaf.jpg web_tonka_biryani.jpg <p>Hyderabadi chicken biryani</p> web_Crispy-Chicken—Rice.jpg web_harissachicken.jpg <p>Harissa chicken with carrot, rice and quinoa pilaf recipe</p> web_mushrooms_risotto-(1).jpg <p>Leek, mushroom and thyme risotto</p> web_ochazuke.jpg web_rhubarbcustard.jpg <p>Caramel pudding with crème fraîche, rhubarb and vanilla</p> web_lambshoulderindian.jpg <p>Twelve-hour spiced lamb shoulder with saffron pilaf</p> web_koshari.jpg <p>Koshari</p> Kung pao tofu with sesame crumb Kung pao tofu with sesame crumb. Greek rice with pistachio and lemon onigiri-web.png <p>Onigiri with miso glaze</p> web_Untitled-1.jpg <p>Photo: Ben Dearnley</p> web_GT_JAN23_SUMMERSALADS_0206.jpg <p>Photo: Chris Court</p> WEB_GT_MusicFood_022.gif <p>Photo: Alicia Taylor</p> WEB_GT_FAST_May22_008.gif <p>Photo: Alicia Taylor</p> WEB_GT_Paski_012-1.jpg <p>Farro risotto with mushrooms, leek and parmesan</p> Web_HL1281B08_002.jpg web_congee.jpg <p>Brown rice congee with ginger and chilli-black bean sauce</p> web_ricemexicana.jpg rice.jpg web_prawncurry2.jpg GT1903_FX_GT1903_FX_C1591BA2_GT_131218_939b.jpg GT1901_Quick_Meals_Rice-salad-with-peas_mint-_zucchini-_lemon_and_pine_nuts_A.jpg GT1808_Quick_meals_Bacon_and_egg_rice_bowlsA.jpg GT1803_Green_Light_Sweet_potato_and_black_bean_rice_bowlA.jpg GT1810_Mountain_Spirit_Risotto_al_Barbaresco_con_GorgonzolaA.jpg GT1807_Go_nuts_Jewelled_riceA.jpg GT1805_Quick_meals_Mushroom_and_pine_nut_brown_rice_bowlA.jpg GT1802_My_Hong_Kong_Macanese_fried_rice_with_codA.jpg GT1804_Sugar_rush_Chilled_rice_pudding_with_honeyed_figsA.jpg web_pearisotto.jpg GT_POKE_0066.jpg <p>Ocean trout poke on matcha rice</p> coconut rice pudding with star anise and rhubarb gourmettraveller-14739
Slow-cooked recipes for when time is on your side https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/slow-cooked-recipes-14754/ Tue, 12 May 2026 04:08:10 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/slow-cooked-recipes-14754 The ultimate set-and-forget slow cooking recipes for cold weather comfort.

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If there’s one upside to cold weekends inside, it’s the extra time you can commit to slow-cook recipes. Braised chickpeas, simmering soups, eight-hour lamb: there’s never been a better time to cook things on the low and slow side.

From slow-cooker chicken thighs to pot roasts and pasta, a slow-cooked meal is the ultimate crowd-pleasing comfort food. Weeknight dinner has never been easier than throwing something in a slow-cooker or Dutch oven, letting it slowly cook and tenderise and then serving a hearty, flavour-packed meal that is likely to result in leftovers for lunch the next day.

Work your way through our top slow-cooked recipe ideas and reap the rewards of hearty meals that the whole family will enjoy for the days to come.

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Best slow-cooking recipes for winter 2026

Beef rendang

How to make beef rendang

When it comes to making the ever-popular rendang, patience is indeed a virtue. Persevere and you’ll be richly rewarded with a dish of delicious complexity.
Boeuf Bourguignon

Boeuf Bourguignon

The recipe for the traditional braise of Burgundy may have changed slightly, but one ingredient remains non-negotiable: a bottle of the region’s red wine.
Chilli con carne

Chilli con carne

The big bowl o’ red may have hotly contested origins, but chilli con carne’s smoky, spicy appeal is indisputable.
Coq au vin

Coq au vin

The timeless French recipe that delivers comfort with every bite.

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14754 Poached chicken with ginger and spring onion relish Pilsener-braised beef short ribs with cauliflower mash and onion rings Beef rendang Du Fermier’s daube of beef with root vegetables Ham and cannellini bean soup Braised pork belly with soy sauce Braised beef cheeks with creamed swede Overhead shot of a last cast-iron pot of lamb and chickpea curry, studded with cinnamon quills and garnished with coriander. A bowl of yoghurt, and sliced lime cheeks, sit to the side. Boeuf Bourguignon Twelve-hour Indian-spiced lamb shoulder with saffron pilaf Slow-cooked l;amb shoulder recipe with black garlic and mint persillade on pink dish with white and orange check napkin and two grapefruit palomas with burnt grapefruit and a sprig of rosemary. Chilli con carne Lamb and pumpkin ragù with pappardelle Slow cooker pumpkin and lamb neck Pappardelle with duck ragù Spice-roasted pork with coleslaw Rigatoni with ragù bianco by Don Peppino's Chicken, quince, lemon and almond tagine Lamb shoulder and bean stew Braised beef shin with charred onion and bagna cauda Beef brisket with chilli-oil sauce Porchetta is a traditional Italian roast pork recipe that Gourmet Traveller recreated to include insights and tips on the process. Tipo 00s Gnocchi with duck ragù and porcini mushrooms Overnight pork shoulder with fennel Slow-roasted pork shoulder with fennel Slow-roast duck with quinoa, saffron and olives Slow-cooked ocean trout with peas, and Meyer lemon and fennel salsa Slow roasted lamb shoulder with yellow bean, cumin and chilli Slow-braised chickpeas with cavolo nero Coq au vin Baharat lamb shoulder with onions and moghrabieh gourmettraveller-14754
Low and slow braised beef recipes https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/braised-beef-recipes-17548/ Tue, 12 May 2026 04:05:30 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/braised-beef-recipes-17548 Slow and steady wins the race.

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When it comes to braised beef, it’s best to take things low and slow. You can’t go past a beef cheek Bourguignon with pinot noir and mushrooms, or Agostino’s bresato al barolo (braised beef shin with Barolo). For a little bit of spice, it’s got to be O Tama Carey’s Sri Lankan black braised brisket.

 

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O Tama Carey’s black braised brisket

(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Saba Alemayoh’s derek tibs (Ethiopian beef short ribs with capsicum)

Two bowls with slow-cooked beef rendang curry, on a golden square tray with mustard-yellow and blue napkins.

Tony Tan’s beef rendang

(Credits: Photo: John Paul Urizar)

Tony Tan’s beef rendang

Massi's pappardelle with osso buco ragù
(Credits: Ben Hansen)

Massi’s pappardelle with osso buco ragù

Beef and pumpkin stew

Beef and pumpkin stew

(Credits: William Meppem)

Beef and pumpkin stew

Beef cheek Bourguignon

Osso buco pies

Osso buco pies

(Credits: William Meppem)

Curtis Stone’s osso buco pies

Tipo 00's rigatoni ragù Bolognese

Tipo 00’s rigatoni ragù Bolognese

(Credits: Mark Roper)

Tipo 00’s rigatoni ragù Bolognese

Intimate wagyu stew
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Miznon’s “intimate” wagyu stew

Sichuan braised beef slices (Wu xiang niu rou)

Sichuan braised beef slices (Wu xiang niu rou)

(Credits: Mark Roper)

Sichuan braised beef slices (Wu xiang niu rou)

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Braised beef cheeks with creamed swede

Braised beef cheeks with creamed swede

(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Braised beef cheeks with creamed swede

Beef brisket with chilli-oil sauce
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Tony Tan’s braised beef brisket with chilli-oil sauce

Agostino’s braised beef shin with Barolo and bagna cauda (bresato al barolo, bagna cauda)

Beef and vegetable pot pie
(Credits: Chris Chen and Ben Dearnley)

Beef and vegetable pot pie

Beer-braised brisket pie with tomatillo salsa

Beer-braised brisket pie with tomatillo salsa

(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Beer-braised brisket pie with tomatillo salsa

Braised oxtail

Braised oxtail

(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Braised oxtail

Braised short-rib tacos
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Braised short-rib tacos

Braised beef cheeks in sarsaparilla

Braised beef cheeks in sarsaparilla

(Credits: William Meppem)

Braised beef cheeks in sarsaparilla

(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

The Henry Austin’s braised beef shin with grain salad and yoghurt sauce

Beef agnolotti with hazelnut and sage butter
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Beef agnolotti with hazelnut and sage butter

Braised short ribs with gratin
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Braised short ribs with gratin

Du Fermier’s daube of beef with root vegetables

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Du Fermier’s daube of beef with root vegetables

Boeuf Bourguignon

Boeuf Bourguignon

(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Boeuf Bourguignon

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17548 Pilsener-braised beef short ribs with cauliflower mash and onion rings (1) web_derektibs.jpg web_beef_rendang.jpg <p>Tony Tan's beef rendang</p> web_ossobuco.jpg web_stew.jpg <p>Beef and pumpkin stew</p> web_ossobuccopies.jpg <p>Osso buco pies</p> web_Gourmet-Tipo-0034292.jpg <p>Tipo 00's rigatoni ragù Bolognese</p> web_intimate-wagyu-stew-recipe.jpg 0613GT-dainty-sichuan-beef-slices-628.jpg <p>Sichuan braised beef slices (Wu xiang niu rou)</p> web_beef_cheeks.jpg <p>Braised beef cheeks with creamed swede</p> web_beefbrisket.jpg GT1808_One_-_only_Beef_and_vegetable_pot_pieA.jpg web_brisket.jpg <p>Beer-braised brisket pie with tomatillo salsa</p> Ox-tail02.jpg <p>Braised oxtail</p> braised-short-rib-tacos.jpg 0808hongbeef-628.jpg <p>Braised beef cheeks in sarsaparilla</p> 1624941434789_webBraised-Beef-Shin-043web.jpg GT1810_Mountain_Spirit_Beef_agnolotti_with_hazelnut_and_sage_butterA.jpg 0812GT-perfect-beef-short-ribs-628.jpg web_daube.jpg <p>Du Fermier's daube of beef with root vegetables</p> web_beef.jpg <p>Boeuf Bourguignon</p> gourmettraveller-17548
32 easy pork recipes for fast weeknight dinners https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/12-easy-pork-recipes-for-fast-weeknight-dinners/ Tue, 12 May 2026 01:13:09 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/?p=217216 With a side order of nutritional benefits.

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Whether you’re cooking for a family or just looking after yourself, the struggle of planning and plating midweek meals is real. There are the boxes you think you must tick (healthy, vegie-laden), and the ones you need to tick (budget, time, effort) to achieve the perfect balance of meals throughout the week. We’re thrilled to share that these easy pork recipes will tick all your weeknight dinner boxes.

New research* reveals that one of our favourite meal-time proteins, Australian Pork, has the tick of approval as a nutrient-packed meat.

 “Pork is not only delicious but also packed with essential nutrients that contribute to overall health*. It is high in protein and low in salt. It’s an excellent choice for those looking to maintain a healthy lifestyle,” says Teri Lichtenstein, Foodbytes, Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD), Sports Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist.

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Now there are even more reasons to get some pork on your fork

  •  Pork is an excellent source of protein for healthy bones, muscle recovery and growth*
  • Pork is packed with thiamin for energy production, and niacin which supports mental health and mood. Niacin also helps reduce fatigue in grown-ups*
  • Pork is a source of phosphorus, magnesium and Vitamin B12 for children aged 1-3 years. This helps to support kids’ growth and development*
  • Pork fillet, leg steak, and pork strips are even low in fat and low in saturated fat
  • Pork fillet, leg steak and shoulder roast contain folate, which is important for healthy pregnancy*

Not all cuts of pork are created equal – we’re looking at you, you devilishly delicious crackling pork belly. So, here’s a hit-list of our easy pork recipes.

(Credits: James Moffatt)

The perfect weeknight dinner for two.

Oregano and honey pork cutlets with watermelon Greek salad
(Credits: James Moffatt)

These honey pork cutlets make the perfect weeknight dinner.

Sichuan-style green beans with pork mince
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for Sichuan-style green beans with pork mince

easy dinner recipes: prawn and pork noodles
(Credits: Jeremy Simons)

A flavour-packed noodle dish that requires very little time and effort.

Pork and shiitake sang choi bau with chopsticks and julienne carrots.
(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

Our take on the Chinese classic makes for an easy and quick dinner idea.

Pork skewers with chimichurri, salad and lemon in dark green bowl alongside grilled potatoes in a pink bowl.
(Credits: James Moffatt)

Fire up the barbecue and get sizzling with these punchy pork skewers.

Pork belly with mirin glaze, ginger rice and pickled shiitake mushrooms
(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

Pork belly gets a Japanese-inspired makeover with a sweet mirin glaze.

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

A Mediterranean meal that’s big on flavour and a cinch to make.

Vietnamese chilli and lime caramel pork stir-fry
(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

A winning midweek meal to have on rotation.

Sticky Balinese pork belly
(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

These quick satay skewers are as easy to make as they are to eat.

(Credits: Chris Court)

Our warm chow chow style cabbage is simple, and celebrates the hero of the dish – the tender pork cutlet. If you’d like to use other vegetables, cauliflower, capsicum and green tomatoes are traditional.

(Credits: James Moffat)

Pork lovers, this is the recipe for you.

Smoky pork loin tacos with a bright salsa erde, pikcled onions and shaved cabbage salad
(Credits: Photographer: James Moffatt /Food Preparation: Kathy Knudsen)

For an impressive meal, minus the fuss.

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

All about the crackling? This one absolutely delivers.

Rigatoni with quick sausage ragù
Rigatoni with quick sausage ragù. (Credits: Photo: John Paul Urizar / Styling: Olivia Blackmore)

A weeknight pasta dish that feels like a special occasion without the fuss.

Corner 75's golden, crisp pork schnitzel with a side of norkedli, seasoned dough and creamed spinach
The wonderfully golden pork schnitzel in question. (Credits: Photo: James Moffatt / Styling: Elisa Baker)

Learn how to recreate the stalwart Euro staple at home.

Twice-cooked pork belly with pickled apple salad and maple-glazed cabbage on red background.
(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

Crackling and delicious, this dish showcases twice-cooked pork and apple in a classic flavour combination that’s sure to impress.

Pork and ginger gyoza dumplings
(Credits: James Moffatt)

Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside – these pork and ginger gyozas always delight.

Lechon kawali pork belly bao buns

Lechon kawali pork belly bao buns

(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Pork belly bao gets a Filipino twist in this fun snack recipe.

Roast pork rack with mustard fruits.
Roast pork rack with mustard fruits. (Credits: Photo: Alicia Taylor / Styling: Maxwell Adey)

Roast pork with golden crackling is the perfect centrepiece for any festive spread.

Plate of roast pork rack with lemon myrtle and cranberry stuffing
(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

This aromatic, slow-cooked roast pork rack is a feast for the senses. It marries classic roast flavours like cranberry and garlic with native Australian ingredients.

Ceramic platter with meatballs, tomato sauce and beans

Photo: Alicia Taylor

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

These meatballs are also great served with crusty bread, roasted potatoes or rice.

bird's eye view of pork fillet and sliced pork and two charred pineapple quarters on a white tray

Photo: John Paul Urizar

(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

If you’ve been looking to changing up your pork routine, look no further.

bowl of Cambodian noodle dish lort cha with Asian greens and fried egg

Cambodian lort cha

(Credits: James Moffatt)

This bowl of noodles is a balm for the soul.

Kylie Kwong's caramelised pork belly
Kylie Kwong’s caramelised pork belly with Chinese coleslaw. (Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Chinese-style pork belly is always a crowd-favourite — and Kylie Kwong’s rich caramelised pork belly with Chinese coleslaw is no exception.

Photo: Alicia Taylor

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

If you’ve been wanting to try cooking left-of-centre cuts of meat, this is the sign you’ve been waiting for.

Photo: Alicia Taylor

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

The tart Granny Smith apples used in the apple and yuzu kosho sauce cut perfectly through the charred fat of the braised pork belly.

Tonkatsu with curry sauce

Tonkatsu with curry sauce

(Credits: Anson Smart )

It’s made for cold nights and second helpings.

Cassoulet

Cassoulet

(Credits: Chris Court)

Our take on the French classic.

quick wonton soup in big white pot
(Credits: Con Poulos)

This wonton soup is an express version of the recipe that cuts time, not flavour.

(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

This mango salsa is the perfect accompaniment for slow-cooked smoky pork ribs. Begin this recipe a day ahead.

(Credits: James Moffatt)

An easy weeknight dinner for two.

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Chicken noodle soup ideas for maximum comfort https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/chicken-noodle-soup-recipes-17378/ Mon, 11 May 2026 07:08:54 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/chicken-noodle-soup-recipes-17378 Cold-weather blues? The cure is just a slurp away with these chicken noodle soups.

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Slurp those winter blues away with these comforting and nourishing chicken noodle soup recipes. There’s plenty of fragrance, spice and all-round comfort to revive the soul with these bowls brimming with steaming hot noodles and chicken (and even more good stuff like dumplings and aromatic herbs) . You can’t beat the egg and chicken noodle soup heaving with ginger and chilli; or a simple, clear chicken soup swimming with vermicelli noodles.

These are our top chicken noodle soup recipes, all created and tested by our kitchen team at Gourmet Traveller, for when you need a little something to soothe the soul.

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Khao soi

Khao soi

The Thai curry-soup hybrid that delivers big spice and flavour.

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17378 Chicken noodle soup Chicken and egg noodle soup with ginger and chilli Bowl filled with our best chicken noodle soup recipe topped with fried shallots and coriander leaves Khao soi Spicy roast chicken noodle soup Chicken and chive dumpling recipe soup Coconut-chicken soup with turmeric Spicy chicken laksa Chicken, vermicelli and lemongrass soup Curry chicken noodle soup Drunken chicken with Shandong ramen noodles Chicken broth with ginger, turmeric and lemongrass Crossing the bridge noodles (Guo qiao mi xian) gourmettraveller-17378
Stop. Go slow with these ragù recipes https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/ragu-recipes-slow-cooking-pasta-14900/ Wed, 06 May 2026 23:54:10 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/ragu-recipes-slow-cooking-pasta-14900 Relax. A good ragù takes time. You'll be rewarded for your patience.

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Relax. A good ragù takes time, with the reward being fall-apart protein and a rich sauce to toss through your favourite pasta. Melbourne favourites Tipo 00 have shared some of their favourite ragù recipes, including gnocchi with duck ragù and porcini mushrooms and casarecce with pork and fennel sausage ragù; while Paola Toppi’s recipe for homemade pasta with a pork and veal ragù and will become a firm favourite in your household. And our recipe for pappardelle with mushroom ragù show that a good pasta sauce doesn’t have to be all about the meat.

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Pappardelle with duck ragù

Sausage and mushroom pasticciata

Sausage and mushroom pasticciata

(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Sausage and mushroom pasticciata

Tipo 00’s gnocchi with duck ragù and porcini mushrooms

Fusilli with lamb ragu (Fusilli con ragu di agnello)
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Fusilli with lamb ragu (Fusilli con ragu di agnello)

Pappardelle with mushroom ragù (pappardelle con misto di funghi)

Rigatoni with ragù bianco by Don Peppino's

Rigatoni with ragù bianco by Don Peppino’s

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

Rigatoni with rabbit ragù by Don Peppino’s

Chicche di patate e melanzane con ragù (Potato and eggplant chicche with pork ragù)

Rigatoni with chicken ragù and green sauce recipe

Rigatoni with chicken ragù and green sauce recipe

(Credits: William Meppem)

Rigatoni with chicken ragù and green sauce

Tipo 00’s casarecce with pork and fennel sausage ragù

Gnocchi with short rib ragù

Gnocchi with short rib ragù

(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Gnocchi with short rib ragù

Massi’s pappardelle with osso buco ragù

Pappardelle with braised goat ragù

Pinbone’s lamb shoulder ragù with gnocchetti

A bowl of pasta with ground meat sauce on a wooden table.

Tipo 00’s rigatoni ragù bolognese

Paola Toppi’s pasta with ragù

(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Paola Toppi’s pasta with ragù

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Core essentials: our favourite apple desserts https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/apple-desserts-15007/ Wed, 06 May 2026 05:43:27 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/apple-desserts-15007 An apple dessert a day keeps the winter blues at bay.

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In Australia, apple season is at its best from late summer and through to autumn; it’s fortunate, because that’s right when we seek a little extra indulgence.

Beyond the all-time classic apple pie (find our go-to recipe below), we love Royal Galas, Granny Smiths, is ideal, and pink ladies baked into bubbling crumbles, folded intro strudels, and caramelised and layered into flaky puff-pastry tarts.

These are Gourmet Traveller‘s favourite apple desserts to bake at home.

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Apple tarte Tatin
(Credits: Chris Chen)

Tarte Tatin

Cutler & Co's apple terrine with burnt-butter ice-cream, oat crumb and butterscotch sauce

Cutler & Co’s apple terrine with burnt-butter ice-cream, oat crumb and butterscotch sauce

(Credits: Mark Roper)

Cutler & Co’s apple terrine with burnt-butter ice-cream, oat crumb and butterscotch sauce

Apple strudel

Apple strudel

(Credits: William Meppem)

Apple strudel

Apple-caramel sponge pudding

Apple-caramel sponge pudding

(Credits: William Meppem)

Apple-caramel sponge pudding

Photo: Alicia Taylor

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

Apple tart with Pedro Ximénez and quince syrup

Apfel kuchen

Apfel kuchen

(Credits: Prue Ruscoe)

Brigitte Hafner’s apfel kuchen

Spiced Fuji apple crumble with dulce de leche ice-cream

Spiced Fuji apple crumble with dulce de leche ice-cream

(Credits: William Meppem)

Spiced Fuji apple crumble with dulce de leche ice-cream

A round, crusty apple pie with a slice taken out of it, sitting on a light-blue linen tablecloth, with golden forks and a tumbler of amber-hued liquid to the side

Classic apple pie

(Credits: Phillip Castleton)

Classic apple pie

Tarte fine aux pommes

(Credits: Alice Taylor)

Golden, flaky goodness, made to bring cosy comfort during the cooler months.

Mille mele (thousand-layer apple tart)

Apple and and berry pudding in a rectangle dish, with a scoop taken out of it, sitting on a green napkin, with a plate of vanilla ice-cream in the top-left
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Apple and berry budino

Mère Roux’s apple tartlet

Mère Roux’s apple tartlet

(Credits: William Meppem)

Mère Roux’s apple tartlet

Overhead shot of a crusty apple pie with a bit spoonful taken out of the right hand side.

Miso caramel apple pie

(Credits: James Moffatt)

Miso caramel apple pie

Apple Anzac pie

Apple Anzac pie

(Credits: Chris Chen)

Apple Anzac pie

Apple and candied ginger self-saucing pudding

Apple and candied ginger self-saucing pudding

(Credits: William Meppem)

Apple and candied ginger self-saucing pudding

Ricotta hotcakes with apple and honey

Ricotta hotcakes with apple and honey

(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Ricotta hotcakes with apple and honey

Apple-vanilla teacake with thick vanilla custard

Apple-vanilla teacake with thick vanilla custard

(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Apple-vanilla teacake with thick vanilla custard

Polenta, apple and ricotta fritters

Polenta, apple and ricotta fritters

(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Polenta, apple and ricotta fritters

A flat apple tart, with the top-left corner sliced off, on baking paper and a metal tray.
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Squished apple tart

Charred apple and custard pie on wire cooling platter.
(Credits: Brett Stevens)

Fire cooking transfers to desserts with the help of a blow torch. Prep in advance up to the final step then brûlée table side, keeping the flame moving.

Rhubarb and apple pie with warm cinnamon custard

Rhubarb and apple pie with warm cinnamon custard

(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Rhubarb and apple pie with warm cinnamon custard

Doughnuts with apple compote and custard

Doughnuts with apple compote and custard

(Credits: James Moffatt)

Doughnuts with apple compote and custard

Baked apples with burnt cream

Baked apples with burnt cream

(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Ester’s baked apples with burnt cream

Rhubarb, apple and cinnamon cobbler

A steamed round apple pudding, drizzled with warm apricot jam, on a round plate with a silver fork on the right.
(Credits: Teny Aghamalian)

Apple Charlotte

Photo: Alicia Taylor

(Credits: Alicia Taylor)

This quick and easy apple tart is the perfect midweek sweet treat.

A golden crostata with a pastry lattice top brushed with sugar. The filling is deep red from blackberries, apples and ginger, and a single slice has been cut out.

Photo: James Moffatt

(Credits: James Moffatt)

A perfectly flaky crust and tart filling makes this blackberry and apple crostata recipe an Italian dessert worth the effort.

Fine apple tart

Fine apple tart

(Credits: Dean Wilmot)

Ultra-thin apple slices precisely arranged atop a puff pastry base equal simple, buttery perfection.

Apple and Roquefort galette
(Credits: Photographer: Alicia Taylor)

Sweet, salty and slighty sour, this galette is your new party trick.

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15007 0611GTmaster-tarte-tatin-recipe-628.jpg web_appleterrine.jpg <p>Cutler & Co's apple terrine with burnt-butter ice-cream, oat crumb and butterscotch sauce</p> web_apple_strudel.jpg <p>Apple strudel</p> web_applepudding.jpg <p>Apple-caramel sponge pudding</p> web_fast_apples.jpg <p>Photo: Alicia Taylor</p> 0713GT-brigitte-recipes-apfel-kuchen-628.jpg <p>Apfel kuchen</p> web_applecrumble.jpg <p>Spiced Fuji apple crumble with dulce de leche ice-cream</p> web_apple.jpg <p>Classic apple pie</p> Spiced apple lattice pie with ginger semifreddo GT1810_Quick_meals_Apple_and_berry_budinoA.jpg 1013GT-colombe-dor-recipes-apple-tartlet-628.jpg <p>Mère Roux’s apple tartlet</p> web_Miso-Caramel-Apple-Pie-DPS.jpg <p>Miso caramel apple pie</p> web_appleanzac.jpg <p>Apple Anzac pie</p> web_applepudding.jpg <p>Apple and candied ginger self-saucing pudding</p> 0815GT-fast-recipes-ricotta-hotcakes_web.jpg <p>Ricotta hotcakes with apple and honey</p> web_appleteacake.jpg <p>Apple-vanilla teacake with thick vanilla custard</p> web_Fritters.jpg <p>Polenta, apple and ricotta fritters</p> GT1806_Tarts_Squished_apple_tartA.jpg Charred apple and custard pie web_cinnamo.jpg <p>Rhubarb and apple pie with warm cinnamon custard</p> web_doughnuts.jpg <p>Doughnuts with apple compote and custard</p> 0414GT-ester-recipes-baked-apples.jpg <p>Baked apples with burnt cream</p> web_0907CDapplechar-628.jpg <p>Apple Charlotte</p> web_fast_apples.jpg <p>Photo: Alicia Taylor</p> 1707963685518_webhowtomakecrostata.jpg <p>Photo: James Moffatt</p> web_appletart.jpg <p>Fine apple tart</p> Apple-and-Roquefort-galette gourmettraveller-15007
30 perfect pear recipes https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/pear-recipes-14645/ Tue, 05 May 2026 05:29:53 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/pear-recipes-14645 Apples may keep the doctor away, but pear recipes keep them coming back for more.

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There’s a lot you can do with pears. Bake them into tarts, roast them until they’re warm and golden, throw them into a pear salad or turn them into a delicious pear jam for dolloping onto pikelets. The choice is yours.

In our best pear recipes, we celebrate the fruit in sweet and savoury recipes so that you can double down the pear recipes when you have a surplus of them when they’re at their best in late summer and autumn.

Here are our very best pear recipes for seasonal cooking.

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Burnt maple pear and ginger dumpling pudding
Burnt maple pear and ginger dumpling pudding. (Credits: James Moffatt)
Pear tarte Tatin
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Corella pear tarte Tatin

Roast pears with maple syrup and vanilla crème fraîche
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Roast pears with maple syrup and vanilla crème fraîche

Spiced pear, buttermilk and almond skillet cake

Pear and ginger cobbler
(Credits: Chris Court)

Pear and ginger cobbler

Honey and saffron roasted pears with spiced yoghurt
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Honey and saffron roasted pears with spiced yoghurt

Grilled spatchcock with pear and cabbage salad, hazelnuts and sherry
(Credits: Sharyn Cairns)

Grilled spatchcock with pear and cabbage salad, hazelnuts and sherry

Pear crumble slice
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Pear crumble slice

Fig, prosciutto, pear and witlof salad with pomegranate vinaigrette

Pear, honey and ginger pudding recipe
(Credits: Chris Court)

Pear, honey and ginger pudding

Cake with a slice cut out of it, topped with slices of pear, chopped pistachios, blackberries, and gin ice cream.
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Shiraz gin and pear brioche cake with gin ice-cream

Italian pear and polenta torte
(Credits: Prue Ruscoe)

Brigitte Hafner’s Italian pear and polenta torte

Baked matcha custard with ginger-poached pears

Roast pork cutlets with pear, witlof and hazelnut salad
(Credits: John Paul Urizar)

Roast pork cutlets with pear, witlof and hazelnut salad

Pear, thyme and hazelnut tart
(Credits: Chris Court)

Pear, thyme and hazelnut tart

Pikelets with pear jam
(Credits: William Meppem)

Pikelets with pear jam

Semolina pudding with caramel pears

Honey cheesecake with caramelised ginger pears

Ginger-chocolate tart with roast pears

Cabbage, celeriac and pear salad
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Cabbage, celeriac and pear salad

Maple pear and muesli crumble
(Credits: William Meppem)

Curtis Stone’s maple pear and muesli crumble

Hay panna cotta with chamomile pears and malt crumb
(Credits: Mark Roper)

Bar Rochford’s hay panna cotta with chamomile pears and malt crumb

Slow-roasted leg of lamb with rosé pears and cloves of garlic

Pear and sour cream grunt

Dark chocolate pots de crème with ginger pear
(Credits: Andrew Finlayson)

Stokehouse Q’s dark chocolate pots de crème with ginger pear

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14645 Burnt maple pear and ginger dumpling pudding Burnt maple pear and ginger dumpling pudding. web_Tarte-Tatin01.jpg <p>Corella pear tarte Tatin</p> Maple-roast-pears_web.jpg <p>Roast pears with maple syrup and vanilla crème fraîche</p> Roast rack of pork with pears web_cobbler.jpg <p>Pear and ginger cobbler</p> GT1807_Quick_meals-_Honey_and_saffron_roasted_pears_with_spiced_yoghurtA.jpg 0111gtstokehouse-grilled-spatchcock-628.jpg <p>Grilled spatchcock with pear and cabbage salad, hazelnuts and sherry</p> web_pearcrumble.jpg <p>Pear crumble slice</p> web_ppear_pudding.jpg Red wine pear and choc tart Absolutely perfect pear recipes <p>When going pear-shaped is a good thing.</p> web_torte.jpg <p>Italian pear and polenta torte</p> 1014GT-gourmet-fast-roast-pork-cutlets.jpg <p>Roast pork cutlets with pear, witlof and hazelnut salad</p> 0615GT-apple-pear-recipes-pear-tart.jpg <p>Pear, thyme and hazelnut tart</p> Pikelets-with-pear-jam_web.jpg <p>Pikelets with pear jam</p> GT1812_Quick_Meals_Cabbage_celeriac_and_pear_saladA.jpg web_pearcrumble2.jpg <p>Maple pear and muesli crumble</p> GT1811_Rock_the_Capital_Bar_Rochford_Hay_panna_cotta_with_chamomile_pears_and_malt_crumbA.jpg web_PANCAKES_0438.jpg WEB_GT_FAST_May22_006.gif <p>Photo: Alicia Taylor</p> GT1805_Fare_Exchange_Hot_chocolateA.jpg 0514GT-tart-recipes-pear-chocolate-tart.jpg <p>Pear, chocolate and ricotta tart</p> gourmettraveller-14645
25 ways to make roast chicken tonight https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipe-collections/roast-chicken-recipes-14893/ Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:07:38 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//recipes/recipe-collections/roast-chicken-recipes-14893 The humble roast chicken is both versatile and delicious.

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The humble roast chicken makes for some of the heartiest and most memorable meals. But there’s an art to roasting a chicken to perfection, from knowing how long to roast a chicken to get that golden crispy skin and the balance of seasoning just right. Whether you’re looking for classic whole roast chicken recipes or to wow guests with a punchy roast chilli chicken at a dinner party, these roast chicken recipes are sure to impress.

Now, you just need to decide which side dishes to pair with your roast chicken.

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Yoghurt roast chicken
Yoghurt roast chicken (Credits: William Meppem)

Yoghurt roast chicken

The yoghurt helps slowly tenderise the chook, producing super-moist, pull-apart chicken flesh with a caramelised skin. You’ll never look back.
Za’atar roast chicken with pilaf, pomegranate and nuts
Za’atar roast chicken with pilaf, pomegranate and nuts (Credits: Ben Dearnley)

Za’atar roast chicken with pilaf, pomegranate and nuts

This fragrant chicken dish is made to serve in the centre of the table for guests to help themselves. We’ve made the za’atar fresh for a more intense thyme flavour.

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14893 Tender and supple brined chicken with roast apples and parsnip mash Roast chicken bread sauce from Sean's in Bondi Yoghurt roast chicken Malaysian-style spicy roast chicken (Ayam percik) Roast chicken thighs with green polenta recipe Roast chicken leg on top of bread with tomato-based sauce and side salad Chinese-style roast chicken Roast chicken with preserved lemon and herbs Roast chicken with pancetta and brussels sprouts Roast apricot chicken recipe on white plate with side of almond and herbed couscous Citrus-brined roast chicken Epocha's roast chicken, braised Savoy cabbage, prune and butter sauce Za’atar roast chicken with pilaf, pomegranate and nuts Salt baked chicken in pepperberry and wild fennel Two small roast chickens with salad and salsa verde on a white tray. Pan-roasted chicken with artichokes and salad onion Roast chicken thighs with sourdough panzanella Spiced chicken with grape cacik Chipotle-roasted chicken with salsa verde Roast chicken with anchovy butter and greens Roast chicken with tarragon butter and Dutch carrots Chicken roasted in spiced hay with lemon stuffing Indian-spiced roast chicken Tomato and thyme roast chicken Nonna’s rice-stuffed chicken by Matteo Tine Paprika roast chicken with chorizo and white beans gourmettraveller-14893
Our exclusive menu of fire-led recipes from Lennox Hastie https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/chefs-recipes/lennox-hastie-recipe-collection/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:16:10 +0000 https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/?p=232350 From flame-grilled proteins to smoky cocktails.

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Over a decade on from opening the revered Firedoor in Sydney’s Surry Hills, trailblazer Lennox Hastie’s love for elemental cooking still burns strong.

While the prospect of an exclusively flame-driven menu in 2015 was met with some uncertainty, Hastie’s conviction soon won out, earning him a string of accolades and international acclaim.

“Some people didn’t quite know what to make of it. No gas, no electricity – cooking over different woods. It sounded more like a gimmick,” says Hastie. “But then they’d taste a piece of fish grilled over apple wood, or a steak cooked over ironbark and grape vines, and something would click. I remember one guest tearing up over a piece of wood-fired bread and smoked butter. That has stayed with me – the power of simplicity, when it’s done right, it’s magic.”

When he’s not busy putting Australia on the global map on hit TV series like Netflix’s Chef’s Table, he’s at home cooking with fire.

Below, he’s curated a selection of recipes that captures his philosophy of dishes guided by heat, patience and the quiet power of flame. The collection moves between recipes that nod to his time cooking over coals in the Basque country, to desserts and cocktails inspired by the flame.

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232350 Stracciatella grilled on lemon leaves Grilled kingfish belly, fennel and grilled finger lime Lennox Hastie's recipe for grilled octopus with braised chickpeas warmed with cumin, fennel and lemon Lennox Hastie's charred corn Wood-fired mussels, tomatoes and toasted sourdough bread Lennox Hastie's grilled whole flounder with pil-pil and capers Lennox Hastie's grilled bavette served with a sunny romesco and sweet, charred onions Grilled lamb rump with roasted peppers and grilled dandelion Grilled summer peas, mint and lardo Buttermilk ice-cream with grilled blueberries Grilled Watermelon Cooler gourmettraveller-232350