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
Will you please put the recipe videos on your website instead of just YouTube? I like seeing the full photo online and adding it to my personal cookbook of favorites. I also like that I can search items by ingredient, and more options pop up when your cookbook’s (that I own) options pop up too!
hi i just read your website and i can not whit to make so good food and by the way my name is jamaela i am in 7 grad and i am 13 years old
What is your show called on YouTube
I love your recipes! I have purchased both of your cookbooks. I don’t say this often about many people that I follow, but I would love to meet you some day and sit and discuss and share recipes. You are truly and inspiration. I learned to cook from my Grandmother and mother starting at the age of 4. It is a hardcore passion of mine. I would love to learn more about how you changed careers – which is something I am pondering. Thanks for reading.
Pamela Newcomer, Deltona Florida
So glad I found your website (I was looking for a lentil soup recipe). I need to cook fast, fresh, tasty dishes and believed I have found what I need. Thanks so much for all you do !
Hi Nagi!… I have been cooking your recipes for quite a while and I have yet to write and say a BIG thank you because I love them! I love your recipes, always yum and I enjoy your little comments at the bottom – today I was looking at French Toast in prep for family at Christmas – the Americans use flour??!! Can you believe it – yes we can – it’s like a pancake French toast ugh!! So I jumped in to see what you thought was a good French Toast (YES Brioch!) and afterwards scrolled down to some of your other recipes and it’s only 9.40am and am salivating over your garlic chicken and your Korean glass noodles!! HAHA! I love your recipes xxxx keep at it. You are appreciated.. have a lovely Christmas Nagi
Hi Nagi and Dozer,
Will you be coming to Brisbane anytime soon?
Sarah
Ps. Love your new book. 🙂
Just made your Frittata and it has come out beautiful.
Will try a lot more of your recipes, thank you
Nagi, we follow your achievements and recipes; bought 6 ‘ Tonight’ to give to family n neighbours. Sent photo your abc tv interview to Jess enroute Rome to NY. You are achieving with humility n excellence, and taking us with you..Love to Dozer n you. Col col.
Hello Nagi,
I was looking for a stir fry recipe and came across your site. I am making pepper steak I am using you stir fry sauce,
I cant wait to try it!!! Your cook book looks good . Love your dog.
Thank You
I had a few of your recipes bookmarked (BBQ pulled pork, chicken pho, asian slaw) but in the last few weeks, everytime I search for and idea, I land on Recipe Tin Eats. And my family and I are always so satisfied. Cheers from across the ditch.
I’ve used the new cookbook every day since I got it! My “Charlie” is in the fridge. Recipes are great, taste terrific. I would highly recommend to anyone, be a great gift too!
Hi Nagi,
Loving the recipes, keep up the good work xx
Just noticed the video for the avocado sauce doesn’t match the list of ingredients. No olive oil…?
Thought the blueberry cake recipe looked yummy -but you did not include the recipe amounts – So sad.
Thank you for such a great resource, it makes life so much easier. I’m paranoid about recipes off the internet as I’ve had so many expensive failures. Your recipes are so wonderful and always turn out well. I’m not amazing in the kitchen so I really rely on people like you that are willing to share their knowledge and skill.
hello I would like to know if I can replace boneless leg of lamb for lamb shoulder in your Massaman curry recipes thank you so much
Love youre schnitzel.how can i make my own crumbs please!!
Hi,love your recipes.I am from India.
Lives in England and enjoys your recipes
Use your recipes to experiment on my friends.
I live in Australia and am a great fan!
Your recipes are terrific and your technique and suggestions ensure success! I always look for your version, knowing I can’t fail if I follow your recipes! Tk u!