Pork

You can replace the pork with chicken, beef or duck. Note

We used pork and fennel sausages, but if you are using plain pork sausages, add 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds for flavour. Note

To make a clipping sauce, combine 2 tablespoons black vinegar with 1 tablespoon light soy sauce and 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil. Black vinegar can be bought at Asian supermarkets Replace mushrooms with an equal amount of enoki and shitake mushrooms for extra flavour. Note

Have all ingredients ready before stir-frying, as it’s a very quick process. Vegetables should be tender crisp. Note

Keep patties warm in a slow oven, 150°C. This will also help ensure the patties are cooked all the way through. Note

To decorate, brush pastry with beaten egg and sprinkle with extra fennel seeds before baking. Note

An economical and tasty dinner that uses up leftover cooked rice or pork. This quick and easy pork fried rice is simply delicious with its sweet and sour-flavoured sauce.

To test if pork is ready, insert a skewer in the thickest section-juices will run clear. Note

MAKES 30 Gow gee wrappers are found packaged in the refrigerated section of the supermarket or Asian grocery stores. Note

If you don’t like capers, try replacing them with 2 tablespoons of chopped pickled gherkins for tang. Note

Finish crackling under a hot grill until blistered, if not crisp enough. Note

Succulent marinated American-style sticky chilli pork ribs go perfectly with plum sauce and a crisp side salad. Perfect opportunity to have a tea towel and finger bowl on the side.

You can also make this dish using pork belly. A side dish of steamed crunchy Asian greens will complement the sweet stickiness of this pork. Note

To vary this dish, you could replace the pork mince with chicken or turkey mince. Note

We made coleslaw using 2 caps sliced cabbage, 1/2 bunch picked watercress, 1 seeded and finely sliced red capsicum and 1 shredded carrot, dressed with combined 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon of cider vinegar and 2 teaspoons of seeded mustard. Note

Pork scotch steak is sometimes also called boneless pork neck. Note

This homemade Japanese-style katsu pork curry recipe makes a deliciously easy family dinner. Serve with a fresh salad of cabbage, capsicum and green onions for a well-rounded meal.

Don’t overcook pork or it will lose all its juices. Medium (slightly pink in the centre) is perfect. Note

Snags are a snip with this great recipe – and you can even make them without a mincer. Note

Pork and hoisin noodle stir fry is the perfect dish for those busy weeknights. Enjoy the great tastes of Asia at home whenever you like with this delicious noodle stir-fry by Woman�s Day.

For pickled vegetables, combine 1 bunch sliced baby radishes, 1 bunch quartered Dutch carrots, 1 cup small cauliflower florets, 1 thinly sliced red onion, 1/3 cup white wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons caster sugar and 1 teaspoon salt. Stir to dissolve and set aside 1 hour. Note

As a guide, cook turkey 15-20 minutes per 500g (including stuffing weight) plus 20 minutes, until juices run clear when tested. Note

Treat yourself to something a little bit different with this refreshing fennel salt and apple salad, complete with lean, juicy pork.

Be a little adventurous with your burger this time. Replace beef with pork and tomato sauce with sweet chilli sauce for an exciting new take on a classic dish.

Sushi rice is short-grain glutinous rice that is usually seasoned with a mixture of rice wine vinegar, sugar and salt. Note

For a different flavour, marinate the pork steaks overnight in 1/4 cup olive oil, the rind and juice of a lemon, and 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves. Note

To save on cleaning time, line the base of each dish with baking paper. Note

We used metal skewers but you can use bamboo skewers; cover the ends of the bamboo skewers in foil to prevent scorching during cooking. Or, if you have the time, soak them in cold water for 30 minutes before use. Note

Hot, spicy mouthfuls are just the thing when you return from the beach all salty and starving. Make the pork chilli ahead of time so you can whip these up quickly and pacify those hunger pangs.

These grilled cutlets are perfect teamed with an earthy Middle-Eastern inspired puree.

This is a last-minute recipe; make sure you have any vegetables ready to serve as soon as the pork and pears are ready. Serve with steamed baby green beans. Note

Soak the breadcrumbs in milk or cream for a richer flavour. Kid-friendly tip: divide the breadcrumbs into two bowls and add sage to one bowl only, leaving half the pork roll sage-free, which kids may prefer. Note

Lamb, chicken or beef can be used in place of pork. If you don’t have cannellini beans, stir in a can of baked beans. Note

For curly celery, soak the strips in iced water for 20 minutes. Note

Barbecue pork can be bought from Asian stores. If unavailable, replace with other cooked pork or chicken. Note

Serve the curry with steamed rice. Not suitable to freeze. Note

Use nectarines or mangoes, or a mixture of cold Christmas meats in the salad, if preferred. Note

You will need about 4 kaffir limes for this recipe. If they are unavailable, use regular time zest and juice instead. Finely shredded kaffir lime leaves could also be substituted for the zest. The patties can be made and cooked the day before and transported in airtight containers. If cooking them at the picnic, transport […]

Omit pork and add sliced, pan-fried pork or chicken sausages; cooking time will vary. Fish sauce adds a slightly salty Thai flavour to this salad. Note

Prepare pork a day ahead it will be even tastier the next day. If whole star anise is not available, use about half a teaspoon ground star anise. If ground is also unavailable, add an extra cinnamon stick. Try shaved palm sugar instead of brown sugar; use Chinese rice wine instead of sherry. To bruise […]

It’s best to make this salsa just before serving. Note

Use chicken or beef mince instead of pork. You can make mince mixture ahead; keep, covered, in the fridge. Assemble just before serving. Serve with sour cream and bought guacamole. Note

Add halved cherry tomatoes and feta cheese. You can use any type of canned beans. Try using chicken tenderloins instead of pork. Note

These patties are also delicious served with mash and steamed vegetables or salad. For a great finger food idea, form the mince mixture into little meatballs instead of patties. To make caramelised onion, heat a little oil in a frying pan; add 2 thinly sliced onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, over a low heat for about […]

Depending on the cut of pork the butcher used, the cooking time will vary. If the pork is diced fillet, the cooking time will be about 15 minutes. If it is a secondary cut, such as pork neck (pork scotch), the cooking time will be up to 1 hour 30 minutes for a tender result. […]

There's no need to call the local Chinese take-away when you can create delicious braised pork ribs with Asian greens all on your own.

Use orange juice instead of brandy. Add barbecued chicken to leftover couscous for a great warm salad. Note

Try using Thai basil; it looks slightly different from green basil; it has smaller leaves, purplish stems and a slight aniseed taste. Note

Butchers often sell crumbed schnitzels; if unavailable, crumb the schnitzels yourself. Note

Budget tip: Large cuts of meat are often cheaper in winter, so shop around. Note

Use chicken breast fillets instead of pork. If time permits, marinate park overnight. For extra flavour, toss chopped coriander through salad before serving. Note

Try thinly sliced chicken breast fillets instead of pork. Replace pork wontons with prawn or vegetable dumplings or wontons. Halve soup quantities if you have little freezer space. Note

Serve in lettuce leaves, if desired. Note

Cut into portions. Wrap portions individually in a double layer of plastic food wrap; freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in fridge overnight. Reheat on a baking tray; covered with foil. Bake in on oven preheated to 180°C/160°C fan forced for 15-20 minutes or until heated. Note

Add toasted sesame seeds, toasted peanuts or fried shallots. Note

Try hokkien, ramen or singapore noodles. Note

This classic Chinese mince dish is served in an omelette instead of the usual lettuce cups.

Use chicken, lamb or beef stir-fry strips instead of pork. Have all the ingredients chopped and ready before you begin to cook. Note