Seafood paella

This impressive Spanish one pot, with monkfish, king prawns and mussels, is perfect for feeding a crowd at a dinner party

Cranberry, sprout & pecan pilaf

This Persian inspired spiced rice dish makes a hearty vegetarian main, a side dish to roast meats, or an attractive addition to a Boxing Day buffet

Sticky stem ginger duck & noodle salad

This Asian style salad with vermicelli rice noodles and crunchy veg makes a light weeknight dinner – pack leftovers for lunch the next day

Lamb koftas with beetroot & apple raita

Skewer patties of spicy lamb mince and serve with a vibrant pink yogurt sauce for an easy, freezable weeknight dinner

Mummy Ping’s Sambal prawns & green beans

This curry is traditionally very hot – halve or even quarter the amount of dried chillies and serve with plenty of rice for a less fiery dish

Turkey Bánh mì

Use up leftovers from a Sunday roast such as turkey and red cabbage in this vibrant Vietnamese sandwich

Persian lamb tagine

This warming stew is spiced with cinnamon and cumin, and sweetened with apricots and dates – perfect with fluffy couscous

Minced chicken & prawn lettuce parcels

These bite-sized lettuce cups are packed with fresh Asian flavours such as lemongrass and chilli – perfect as a light starter or canapés

Glazed sesame salmon

Add a punch to omega-3 rich salmon fillets with this tangy glaze – sprinkle with sesame seeds for added crunch and texture

Green Thai noodle broth

Whip up this cheat’s supper in just 5 minutes by adding noodles and veg to a ready made green Thai chicken soup

Coconut & lime fish

Bake white fish in an aromatic paste of chilli, ginger, coriander, lime and creamed coconut, for a quick, Asian-inspired midweek meal

Sweetly spiced rabbit pilaf

This easy, Middle Eastern inspired rice-based one-pot is spiced with cumin and chilli and sweetened with cinnamon and prunes