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A bowl of oyakodon with soft egg and chicken over rice, topped with spring onionJapanese

Oyakodon

A Japanese rice bowl of tender chicken thigh and softly set egg simmered in a sweet-savoury dashi sauce. It is quick, filling and made in one pan.

40 minServes 2
Bowl of gyudon with simmered beef and onions over white rice, topped with spring onions and sesame seedsJapanese

Gyudon Beef Rice Bowl

Thinly sliced beef and soft onions simmered in a sweet-savoury soy and dashi broth, spooned over steamed rice. A quick weekday lunch that needs one pan.

40 minServes 4
A bowl of yaki udon with chicken, cabbage and carrot, topped with spring onion and sesame seedsJapanese

Yaki Udon

Chewy udon noodles stir-fried with chicken, cabbage and carrot in a savoury-sweet soy sauce. It is a quick one-pan lunch that comes together in about 25 minutes.

27 minServes 3
Plate of yakisoba noodles with chicken, cabbage and carrot, garnished with pickled ginger and spring onionJapanese

Yakisoba

Japanese stir-fried wheat noodles with chicken, cabbage and carrot in a tangy-sweet sauce. It's a fast one-pan lunch that uses noodles and vegetables you can find in most Pakistani stores.

35 minServes 3
Glazed teriyaki salmon fillet over steamed rice with broccoli, sesame seeds and spring onionsJapanese

Salmon Teriyaki

Pan-seared salmon fillets brushed with a glossy ginger-soy glaze, served over steamed rice with broccoli. It is a quick, balanced dinner that needs one pan and a handful of pantry sauces.

40 minServes 4
Soft yellow omelette over ketchup chicken rice, drizzled with ketchup and garnished with parsleyJapanese

Omurice

Ketchup-seasoned chicken rice wrapped in a soft, silky egg omelette. It's a comforting Japanese home-style lunch that comes together in one pan in about 35 minutes.

35 minServes 2
Bowl of kitsune udon with sweet simmered tofu pouches, spring onions and carrot in golden brothJapanese

Kitsune Udon

A warm bowl of thick udon noodles in a light kombu-and-soy broth, topped with sweet simmered tofu pouches. It is gentle, filling and ready in about 30 minutes.

35 minServes 2
Cold soba noodles on a bamboo tray with nori, dipping sauce, wasabi, ginger and spring onionsJapanese

Zaru Soba

Chilled buckwheat noodles served on a bamboo-style tray with a light dashi dipping sauce. It is a cooling, quick lunch for hot days that needs no oil and very little cooking.

30 minServes 2
Bowl of golden fried tofu in dashi broth topped with grated radish and spring onionJapanese

Agedashi Tofu

Crisp-edged fried tofu sitting in a warm, savoury dashi broth with grated radish and spring onion. A light Japanese dinner that comes together in about 40 minutes.

40 minServes 2
Golden semolina halwa garnished with almonds and pistachios in a small brass panPakistani

Suji ka Halwa

A soft, glossy semolina halwa roasted in ghee and set with sugar syrup, cardamom and nuts. Quick enough for a weekday sweet craving, and a staple of Pakistani celebrations and Friday mornings.

35 minServes 6
Two Philly cheesesteak sandwiches filled with sliced beef, onions and melted cheese on a wooden boardAmerican

Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches

Thinly sliced beef, soft sweet onions and melted cheese piled into a toasted roll. A quick skillet dinner that tastes like a street-food stand at home.

45 minServes 4
A white bowl of creamy coleslaw with shredded cabbage, carrot and fresh parsleyAmerican

Creamy Coleslaw

A cool, crunchy cabbage and carrot salad in a tangy, lightly sweet dressing. It comes together in 20 minutes and pairs well with anything fried, grilled or barbecued.

20 minServes 6
Chicken club sandwich cut into triangles showing layers of chicken, bacon, egg, tomato and lettuce on toasted breadAmerican

Chicken Club Sandwich

A triple-decker of juicy pan-seared chicken, crisp beef bacon, egg, lettuce and tomato with a creamy garlic mayo. Ready in 30 minutes and filling enough for a proper lunch.

30 minServes 2
Grilled cheese sandwich cut in half with melted cheese stretching between the golden toasted halvesAmerican

Classic Grilled Cheese Sandwich

A golden, buttery sandwich with a crisp crust and a molten two-cheese centre. Ready in 15 minutes from pantry basics, it's ideal for a quick lunch.

15 minServes 2
Sloppy Joe sandwiches with saucy beef filling on toasted buns served with pickles and potato wedgesAmerican

Sloppy Joes

Saucy, sweet-tangy beef mince piled onto toasted buttery buns. It's ready in about 35 minutes from ordinary pantry ingredients, so it suits busy weeknights.

35 minServes 4
Sliced golden garlic bread topped with melted mozzarella and parsley on a wooden boardItalian

Garlic Bread with Parsley and Mozzarella

Crisp-edged, buttery garlic bread with a soft middle and a light melt of mozzarella. It takes ten minutes to prepare and goes with almost any pasta or soup.

25 minServes 4
Caprese salad of sliced tomatoes, mozzarella and basil on a white platter with balsamic glazeItalian

Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze

Sliced ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella and fresh basil, dressed simply with olive oil and a sweet balsamic glaze. It takes ten minutes and needs no cooking.

25 minServes 4
Toasted bread slices topped with diced tomatoes and fresh basil on a wooden boardItalian

Tomato Bruschetta with Garlic and Basil

Crisp, garlic-rubbed toasted bread topped with juicy marinated tomatoes, basil and olive oil. It takes 20 minutes and works as a light starter or party snack.

25 minServes 4
Bowl of spaghetti tossed in green basil pesto with blistered cherry tomatoes and grated ParmesanItalian

Basil Pesto Pasta with Blistered Tomatoes

Fresh basil pesto tossed through spaghetti with blistered cherry tomatoes and a splash of starchy pasta water. A bright, herby dinner that is ready in about 30 minutes.

30 minServes 4
A bowl of penne arrabbiata in a glossy red chilli tomato sauce topped with parsley and cheeseItalian

Penne Arrabbiata

Penne tossed in a fiery tomato sauce built on garlic, chilli and olive oil. It is a meat-free, pantry-friendly dinner that is ready in about 30 minutes.

35 minServes 4
Crisp golden lacy rava dosa folded on a plate with coconut chutney, tomato chutney and sambarIndian

Rava Dosa

Thin, lacy, crisp semolina crepes flavoured with cumin, pepper and curry leaves. No fermenting is needed, so you can go from pantry to plate in under an hour.

55 minServes 4
A pan of prawn masala with pink prawns in a thick tomato gravy, garnished with fresh coriander, served with rice and rotiIndian

Prawn Masala

Juicy prawns simmered in a thick onion and tomato masala with cumin, coriander and a little kasuri methi. It's ready in under an hour and goes well with rice or roti.

50 minServes 4
Pan of Kerala fish moilee with white fish pieces in creamy coconut sauce, green chillies and curry leavesIndian

Kerala Fish Moilee

A mild, creamy Kerala fish curry where firm white fish gently poaches in coconut milk with ginger, green chillies and turmeric. Quick to make and lovely with plain rice or appam.

40 minServes 4
Bowl of spicy chicken macaroni with capsicum, carrot and fresh coriander on a wooden tablePakistani

Chicken Macaroni

Tender chicken and macaroni tossed in a spicy tomato masala with capsicum, black pepper and lemon. A quick, filling family dinner with a Pakistani flavour.

45 minServes 4