Hi there, nice to meet you!
I’m Nagi, and RecipeTin Eats is my corner of the internet!
I’m the voice, cook and eater behind RecipeTin Eats. I create recipes, take photos of them, write them up and make recipe tutorial videos. Oh, and I have a food bank – RecipeTin Meals – and I wrote a cookbook too!
I live in beautiful Sydney, Australia, and have an unhealthy obsession with all things food and my dog Dozer, an abnormally large and very cheeky golden retriever.
When I say he’s “abnormally large”, I mean it! Proof:
(OK, possibly I am a little on the short side too….😂)
My recipes
My website reflects my philosophy on food and cooking – fast, creative, clever and fresh.
That’s fast meals for busy weeknights.
Creative new ideas and fresh takes on favourites to shortcut preparation, cut down on cost and create food with style.
Clever cooking so that you don’t sacrifice taste just because you’re short on time and on a budget. I’ll show you how to get gourmet flavours out of budget ingredients and how you can get organised so it’s a breeze to serve up nourishing meals to your family that will knock their socks off.
And fresh meals that are made from scratch. I don’t use store bought packet mixes or canned soup.
My recipes are cost conscious, made using everyday ingredients and (mostly) pretty healthy. I don’t use a tub of cream or blocks of cream cheese in every sauce, and I only deep fry when I really think it’s worth it.
But, sometimes I feel the need to unleash the demon within. 🙂
OK, maybe a little more than sometimes……
A bit about me …
Born in Japan, raised in Sydney, Australia, I’ve travelled the world from Europe to the Middle East, across Asia and America.
In a previous life, I worked in corporate finance. Though I thoroughly enjoyed my “first” career, I wanted to pursue a future where my passion really lies – food. 🙂
Today, I’m extremely fortunate to be able to say that I make a living doing what I truly love – creating and sharing my favourite recipes with people from all over the world.
Growing up, budget was tight and even though my mother worked full time, we dined like royalty because she was so creative in the kitchen. And this is why I know it’s possible to make great, fresh food even if you’re short on time and on a budget.
The recipes on my blog draws on influences from my travels, my ever evolving fascination with how just a few simple ingredients can transform into something that tastes so amazing, and learning genius tricks from the masters of the world.
I want to show you how to make vibrant recipes made with everyday ingredients, spanning cuisines from around the world as well as classic comforts. Delicious recipes with the “wow” factor that are simple to make, cost effective and can often be prepared ahead.
I hope you find something on here to your taste! – Nagi x
What you will find on RecipeTin Eats
Seriously tasty simple recipes made using everyday ingredients. I don’t shop at gourmet stores.
Exciting New Ideas for Fast Midweek Meals.
Takeout favourites that truly taste like what you get at restaurants.
Easy recipes from around the world.
Can’t-Live-Without Classics. 🙂
Salads with oomph! Because if I’m having a salad as a meal, it’s got to be something special!
Cooking for a crowd. I like to entertain. So many of my recipes are convenient for cooking for a crowd, whether it be easy to make in large volumes, or make ahead.
Tried and tested recipes. I take great care to ensure my recipes work and are written concisely. I also add notes to help with substitutions (where possible) and explanations for things that I think may not be familiar to everyone.
What you won’t find on my blog
I don’t follow trends for the sake of it. I only share recipes I truly love. There will never be a cauliflower crust pizza on my blog.
I do not sacrifice taste just for the sake of reducing calories (or following a trend). My healthy recipes are accidentally healthy.
Food that looks pretty but tastes blah. Never, ever, ever!
Recipes with shortcuts that compromise on flavour. I will cheat at every opportunity. So long as it doesn’t compromise on flavour.
Difference in measures between countries
DID YOU KNOW….? Cups, tablespoons and teaspoon sizes differ between countries. For the vast majority of my recipes, the difference is not enough to affect the recipes – this mostly holds true for savoury recipes.
However, for baking recipes like cakes, slices, delicate desserts and especially cookies, the slight difference between measurements does matter.
So I ensure that my baking recipes are tested and written so that they will work for cooks in different countries. This also applies to any savoury recipes that are affected as well.
Oh – and I have a food bank!
During the height of the pandemic in 2021 when there was increased food insecurity in my community, I started my food bank, RecipeTin Meals, where we make homemade meals which are donated to the vulnerable.
I have 3 full time chefs who work in the kitchen making meals 5 days a week. Many of the recipes we use are from my website!
To learn more about RecipeTin Meals, pop over here. ❤️
Finally … Don’t be shy, say “Hi”!
Drop me an email and say hi! Due to the sheer number of messages I receive, I sadly cannot respond to every one. However I do my very best to reply where I can (unless you’re SPAM!). One thing I can assure you is that I will see your message! You can contact me here.
“People who love to eat are always the best people!” – Julia Child
~ Nagi xx
I have a complaint 8-).
Since I found your excellent recipies my wife and daughters
Will no longer cook. I tell them I follow your recipies. They tell me great keep it up
Hi Nagi, Thank you so much for all of your wonderful efforts. My 12 son Ollie and I love trying out your recipes. He loves pouring over your recipes and finding new dishes to try. He was recently asked who his favourite celebrity was and without any hesitation he replied ‘Nagi, from recipetineats.’
Just made the Coconut Lemon cake. Very disappointed in the height of the cake, it has not risen in the baking and looks flat. For a 4 egg cake thought I had thought be larger i.e. in height as I used correct sized tin
I love your recipes and I love your kind heart! You are amazing!
Made your coconut rice following your instructions to the letter & it was absolutely perfect, so good & so easy.
Do you have as good a recipe for just plain boiled rice?
Nagi, I love your general tsos chichen recipe, although I add some vegetables (pan seared red peppers and caramelized onions) directly into the mix. I would love it if you could include measurements in the recipe.
It’s been several months since I’ve checked the internet for recipes. When you and Dozer’s picture popped up while searching for a good fritatta it was like coming home to long time friends! Hello Nagi; I’ve missed you and your delicious recipes and good humor. Thanks for always being there when I need you. It’s like coming home.
Nagi, I just made your Beef Burrito for lunch and had extra for 2 more meals. Loved it. Arigato!
noooooo i didndty mean it
I am Filipino and love to cook for family and friends. What is the title of your cookbook?
I was looking for a recipe for potato salad .. everything seems so similar until I ran across yours.. I find it a blend of the Japanese potato salad with a twist.
Can’t wait to try it and other recipes.
Thank you😊
Hi from Canada! Recipes look very enticing! Will be trying!
We just tried one of your recipes for the first time this evening (chilli and lime fish) it was amazing. Immediately ordered both of your book books after! Thank you !
Hi Nagi, As someone that is neurodivergent, I find your website fantastic. Recently, I have loved your cooking appliances and tools recommendations. Can you please run through what you got/use? The IKEA sauce pan tip was amazing!!!!
sthu luh bro
Hi Nagi, I have a very rare book from the Melbourne meat board from around 1968 and it has the most remarkable meatloaf you will have ever eaten. Would you like to have the recipe. Apart from a few different ingredients to yours it is the amazing sauce with instant coffee, lemon juice, tomato sauce, butter etc that really gives it such a kick. As it is so old there is no IP for it. happy to share and I live in London. Viv
Your recipe for meatloaf sounds intriguing – I’d love the recipe or I can wait to see if Nagi wishes to reproduce it.
Please send me your thoughts on your favourite meals and how I can acquire the recipes.
Thank you
Vicki
Hi Nagi, I just wanted you to know that i am now cooking my 53rd recipe from your books and web page. My husband and I only want to eat your food even though i have a freezer full of game meat. We have never felt so healthy since we have been eating your food. My dentist commented on the non existant plaque on my teeth and said it is your food as he is Syrian and eats basically chicken and rice. I can’t thank you enough for your wonderful recipes and now all my friends have your books that i recommended to them as well as multiple christmas presents that i sent as your books. You truly are a gift. Kind Regards Vivienne
I love cooking and your recipes
Thanks so much
Whenever I am looking for a new method to cook a dish I always turn to your website as it really offers the best recipes and cooking techniques. I’ve never had a failure and every meal offers a far better taste experience than any other recipe. Fantastic
Hi Nagi, every time I look up how to cook something and find a recipe by you I know it’s going to be good. Thanks
I have tried to subscribe several times but I don’t receive any emails. I really enjoy your recipes and purchased one of your books. Sure would like to be on your mailing list. Fingers crossed.
Have you checked your junk or spam email?