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
Hi. Should I keep the recipe the same to bake in UK.
Some non-British recipes I’ve tried don’t work out , something to do with sea levels(UK)
Just happened to see your recipe on chili prawns and pasta. Love the idea of adding a couple of anchovies. Since white wine costs a fortune here in Muscat, will try to substitute a bit of stock instead. Wish me luck for tomorrow afternoon’s lunch with friends!
Good luck Trevor! N x
Your no-knead bread is out of this world. Made it this morning and earring it now. Your recipe is a gift to people like me who enjoy excellent bread that is easy to make. Thank you for sharing it.
Going to try the Naan! Looks sooooo delicious!!
Your recipes are fabulous and as you say, the ingredients to sauces or marinades are a staple in nearly everyone’s pantry.
I love you Nagi and Dozer too! I am in USA and your recipes are terrific. I am 76 and still learning.
Good for you Diane!! 😀 N x
Do you use spearmint or peppermint for Greek meatballs?
Please email answer. Thank you.
Rene
Hi, I just discovered your blog! So excited to try your recipes!
I love tasty home cooking, so anxious to try your Mexican Feast….maybe super bowl?!?
It’s totally awesome for Super Bowl!! N x
This cake is amazing! We topped it with whip cream and strawberry’s, tasted just like strawberry shortcake ! Try this, five stars!
please add me to your newsletter thank you!
While looking for a Samosa recipe I found you/. what good fortune! Looking forward to more of your recipes . I am impressed with the comments from your many admirers.
Just wanted to say thank you for doing a great job. I’m always sifting through recipes on the internet, feeling that most are lacking something or using the wrong ingredients. So I have to tinker with their recipes to make them good. But I frequently find myself at your page, following the recipe exactly. Your passion for cooking comes through in your recipes. Also, because of this,
yours is the first bio that I have read while on a cooking blog. You are doing great work. Thank you.
Thanks Erin! That made my day! N x
Sending you and dozer light and love. Your passion and energy is so infectious. I miss your recipes and updates however I cannot wait for your recipe book to be available. I aim to be the first to buy it!!!
Hi Nagi, this is my favourite recepie site. Every recepie i have tried is perfect…i love to see what comes up when i see your posts. Thankyou for sharing!!!
I am so happy to have found your blog. Simple, fast, and delicious are my favorite recipes, and I can’t wait to try so many of yours. Thank you!
I adore your recipes, I’ve tried both some of your wonderful Asian dishes, as well as your great Mexican food and thus far everything has been a keeper!
I especially enjoy that you offer metric values for the ingredients.
Please keep doing what you’re doing, I greatly appreciate your work 🙂
Hi, Nagi,
I just found you via your World’s Easiest Yeast Bread Recipe and am in baker’s Heaven! Thank you so much for sharing your gift and beautiful food philosophy. Count me in! Nancy
You are such a doll and it shows in your recipes. I love all that you share . I live in Sonoma county in California and love to cook.
You’ve got some great wines in that area to go with your cooking!! N x
I love cooking chinese dishes because i like to eat chinese food. i love it so much that i itook a course to cook chinese .i haven’t tried your recipes yet, i will let you know one way or the other.