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
Hello Nagi
Do you happen to have the recipe for self sauce choc pudding for individual servings for a dinner party?
Thank you so much .. I just von love all your recipes x
dear Nagi and team, we would like to send a christmas card. what’s your best address please. thank you for your support.
Hi Nagi, just found your site and I’m inspired by everyones comments to become a better cook.
Hello Nagi you missed to feature Filipino. Noodles: Rice noodles, Cantonese stir fried noodles, Lomi noodle soup
Hi, Nagi San.
Thank you for all your work.. know that you are a blessing to many. I love all the details you include in your recipe i can really tell how passionate you are. May you continue to your good work. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR TEAM.
I was looking for your baked chicken recipe but only saw a picture of it! May I get your recipe?
Hi Nagi,
Thank you for a wonderful site, the books you have created and the charitable work that you do.
My partner’s birthday is coming up and in the past (to great enjoyment) I have gifted your cookbooks and vouchers for her to request me make anything of her choice. We have both of your books and I was hoping for some ideas on other cookbooks that I could get.
Thank you again!
Hi Nagi!
I was lucky enough to find your webpage at the top of a google search for how to make ghee properly. I’m very glad I did! Now I’ve got a recipe for real Eggs Benedict and a foolproof Hollandaise in seconds. I already knew about straining eggs before poaching, but only recently. I love the way you live and I have a similar background in the City of London specialist insurance market.. I think we’re kindred spirits from opposite sides of the world but I also have a young adult child in Perth, WA, so I’ve travelled the real Australia far away from the cities, apart from Melbourne and Darwin, which I love. Good on ya mate! Good to meet you, Nagi!!!
I’ve been a Nagite (official disciple of Nagi the Great) for years now, and I’ve yet to find a recipe that isn’t loaded with flavour and easy to follow. Whether it’s quick and simple meals for the working week, or more advanced fare for family gatherings, dinner parties, etc, they’re all delicious. Plus, you just know Nagi is a good sort, salt-of-the-earth type of person, which makes her offerings even more enjoyable to feast upon.
Hi thank you so much your vanilla cake is such a great hit ..May I ask you can you advise if this mix would work to make a square 9 x 9 inch cake or sheet cake as I want to make a football pitch cake with players and goal post…your advise would be much appreciated…Hugs Carol
Like checking recipes. Tried only couple. Retired and cook at home. Used to cooking for family gatherings . Canada
Hi Nagi
Having recently retired, I have a lot of spare time and would like to work towards helping those less fortunate than myself.
Do you need volunteers for recipetinmeals?
Regards
Cheryl Smiot
Yes I would love to help as well! I am very flexible.
Damn Nagi hit me up! Be my mommy and baby me (with food). I’m talking about innit! I am gonna make u holler like a dog tonight. 😉 You can collar me and lease me. You can walk me around like a dog too. ;p I’ll be good boy.:3 give me good ol’ golden shower.
I made the beef with lentil and vegetable soup, tonight. First I made your Moroccan spice, which was so easy. The recipe was spot on. The only additive I did was I diced up a potato . The recipe was soooo good and healthy with the vegetables and frozen kale that I had in the freezer. Thank you.
Hi Nagi, I absolutely love your recipes! Your approach of making quick, flavorful meals with everyday ingredients is so inspiring, and the step-by-step tutorials make cooking approachable for everyone. I also admire your dedication to the community through RecipeTin Meals. For anyone looking to complement their cooking journey with smart insurance options, Insure Direct
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I just found your recipe for Guinness Irish Stew. It is exactly what we were served in multiple places on our recent trip to Ireland. How do I get a cookbook with all of these recipes?
I needed a Taco seasoning recipe in a hurry – I started cooking and realised that I forgot to buy it!!
A quick Google search brought up your recipe for it and I had all the ingredients on hand. It was perfect and now I’m going to work my way through your recipes, thank you so much Nagi. From Melbourne 💖🙏🏻
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I just love your smile, happy and joyful demeanor, your beautiful dog, and, yes!! YES!! every flavoursome honest recipe!!
God bless you lovely soul!!
Hi Nagi,
I love your mango ice cream recipe – it’s so easy but so refreshing and tasty! Maybe you could do some sorbet or gelato recipes soon?
All the best,
Maya
I have no words to thank a hero who has changed my cooking abilities to a wow factor, you, Nagi. You are an inspiration for every cook and non cook. I’ve benefitted by your recipes in leaps and bounds and lay a fairly
gastronomic table 😄 thanks to you. Your recipes are to the point and beautifully explained. The videos want me to run to the kitchen and make that recipe. Mouthwatering. And, added to all this is your commitment to the community through the food bank. Awesome and noble.
Needless to day, the star of the show is Monsieur Dozer. He’s absolutely adorable. May he live a healthy, fit life.
I send you thanks from Pakistan 🇵🇰 and wish you the best in life. May you have everything in life and more.
Your generosity in sharing the wonderful recipes speaks volumes
Cheers and have a great life!
I agree with everything you have said. Nagi is my cooking goddess… I don’t do anything without consulting her first. And of course I love Dozer too!
I agree with everything said