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
Vinny Richards says
Excited to try recipes. I live in LA County USA and 2020 has been rough. Cooking helps keep life in perspective. Do you ever substitute Butter with Ghee?
Nagi says
I go in certain recipes – Indian mostly. It’s a great sub! N x
Jerry says
Today I found your site for the first time. Just spectacular! Especially in the presentation and the layout. I’ve already told two friends about your blog though it is much more than just a blog.
I’m in Los Angeles with my wife and today will be almost 90 degrees. So in celebration we will make your Drunken Noodles with your Asian slaw salad.
Thank you.
Sophia says
Thank you, Nagi! I made the chicken breast with garlic and honey sauce. Fabulous, fast, easy and yum. My husband wanted to learn how to make it. Additional points for that!
Andre Vigours says
G’day from Shinmatsudominami Matsudo=shi,just came across your wonderful blog,as a Northern Beaches old boy it put a smile on my face to see where you have made home,my darling Mika who hates cooking is now on my case to cook many of your delicious recipes.Cheers…
Sherry says
Just found your blog and used the Oven Baked Chicken Breast recipe – fantastic! Look forward to trying a lot more.
What does the Tin mean in your title?
Andrew Clark says
Pea and ham soup.omfg thankyou so much
Nicole says
Hi Nagi and Dozer, I’ve just realised how often I use your site to access so many of your recipes and how rude It feels not to have said thank you. So, thank you so much!!!!
Tony says
Hi Nagi
Here’s a feel good father/son story where your recipes features large.
My 22 year old son does not live with me, though he is nearby. He likes cooking, but it’s hard when it’s just for himself, and he recently got into the habit of ordering takeaway every night. This was no good for his health (he put on some weight) or his bank balance.
I also like cooking so I suggested that he comes to my place a couple of times a week to cook together. We have been doing this for a couple of months now and it’s very good, it’s great to catch up and chat over something we both love doing. We always use recipes from your website because they are so simple and delicious and we both love everything we have tried. We always double the quantity so he has a couple of meals to take home. He loves your food so much more than the take away he was ordering.
So it’s a win, win, win situation. I see my son regularly, I know he is eating well (he has noticeably slimmed down) and, because I happily provide all the ingredients he is saving money.
Your recipes are just the best and I rarely go anywhere else. Thank you so much!
Charlene says
Hi Nagi. Some recipes using black eyed peas would be great.
Paula says
Hi Nagi. Would you have a recipe for duck breaststroke please? I have 2 in the freezer and am envisioning an Asian-style dish with super crispy skin, pink flesh, Asian glaze served with rice…have you anything like this in your tin? Thanks so much.
Paula says
Stupid autocorrect! That should be “breast” not “breaststroke” obvs! Oh, and wheat free please!!
Joyce Thorla says
Your recipes are amazing and delicious. Some of your recipes are like those of my mother. It’s like getting a hug from her.
Do you have a great Southern Fried Chicken recipe?
Nagi says
YES! We are so proud of this recipe 🙂 -> https://www.recipetineats.com/fried-chicken/
Alistair Holmes says
your recipes and will try the crispy fish batter soon. Do you have a simple and easy stir fry recipe. Say hi to Dozer from Tana (Fox terrier), Thanks Nagi.
Marie Elene Flood says
Made the carnitas today and the only I see is an empty crockpot. It was enjoyed by all and the liquid was just the right amount,
Thank you
Sashi Chander says
I have used some of your recipes and wanted to say thank you for making it easy to follow and it always turns out yummy. I loved your no knead dinner rolls, so easy. Keep doing what you are doing…..
shirley says
gracias por compartir sus recetas puedo usar el traductor y usarlo en español compartirlo con mas gente latina incluyendo su pajina
sue says
Nagi, there isn’t a post from you that I haven’t loved. I may not actually make each and every one, but those recipes that I have made, I adore! I have a friend who likes Chicken Piccata – and would like to make it for her. I might already have a recipe for that in my ‘Nagi’ collection? Thank you for being a wonderful, sharing and caring cook! P.S. Dozer is a super star too!
Nellie Cheng says
I love yr website and recipes. Tried yr butter chicken and ny family liked it. Thank you for sharing.
Joy Mahant says
Thank you for the best most delicious, practical and reliable recipes . Just keep with what you love.Recipes for seasonal produce from the garden would be great. For instance, we currently have a glut of zucchini. Can’t have too many zucchini recipes, and love the ones you have published. Soon we are going to be inundated with apples and pears. Interesting things to do with apples never come amiss.
Dominique says
Really love your videos and recipes. Greetings from Germany.
Carl Teller says
More meat and less green stuff! 👍