Category: Sides

Korean Side Dishes (Banchan)

This post contains affiliate links which allow me to earn from qualifying purchases. As a passionate cook I only recommend things I actually use and love 🙂 Ingredients Serves 2 200 g baby spinach100 g beansprouts1 small carrot Seasoning 2 cloves garlic, minced2 tablespoons light soy sauce2 tablespoons sesame oil1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds Additional for…

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Potato and Vegetable Croquettes

Inspired by the popular Japanese croquette (korokke) which is made from mashed potatoes, vegetables and seasonings, then coated in panko breadcrumbs. With a crispy golden outside and a soft filling, these croquettes are often served as a snack or side dish in Japan.

Yorkshire Puddings in Muffin Tins

Make the perfect Yorkshire pudding with crispy edges and a soft, fluffy centre. This classic British side dish comes together easily with just a few simple ingredients.

Teriyaki Tofu

Teriyaki tofu, a beloved Japanese dish starring firm tofu coated in a sweet-savoury teriyaki sauce. An irresistible fusion of flavours and textures.

Easy Yogurt Flatbread (No Yeast)

A delightful twist on traditional yeast flatbreads that’s as effortless as it is delicious! Made with the goodness of yogurt, this no-yeast flatbread is soft and fluffy, and is so quick to make. Perfect for dipping, wrapping, or serving with your favourite dishes.

Pineapple Coleslaw with Halloumi Fries

A delicious twist on the classic coleslaw, with the juicy flavour of fresh pineapple and creamy tanginess of yogurt, completed with crispy halloumi fries. A real taste sensation!

Grilled Sweetcorn with Barbecue Sauce

These lightly charred sweetcorn kebabs with caramelised barbecue sauce are such an easy side dish to make, either on a cast iron grill pan or a barbecue.

Beer-battered Vegetable Tempura

Tempura beer batter for fish, Chinese takeaway style chicken balls and Japanese vegetable tempura. I have also used this batter for onion rings a million times. Absolutely love it!

California Quinoa Salad

The BEST salad ever! California quinoa salad is a mix of sweet potatoes, baby spinach, pomegranate, quinoa, and a refreshing homemade dressing sauce with lemon and honey. SO GOOD!