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
I have a really silly question. How do I follow this blog?
Hi Nagi,
Firstly thanks so much for your recipes not to mention Doggo photos!
An important thing just out….refugees affected by Melbourne lockdown releasing a recipe book.
Here’s the link:
https://www.cohealth.org.au/tachyon/2021/05/cohealth-Cooking-Recovery-Connections.pdf
Appreciate if you could please give your thumbs up!
Love, love, love all that you do!
Hi Tina! That’s not a silly question at all 🙂 You can just sign up to my newsletter – I send out an email for each new recipe which is currently 3 times a week! Here’s how to sign up -> https://bit.ly/2TNTORF N x
You, my faraway friend…are my guilty little pleasure…
I so enjoy reading thru your recipes…and watching the videos…you made my Pandemic days so full of enjoyment and learning new things!
Thank you…Cheers! Denise
Wonderful recipes can’t wait to try them.
Thanks so much Cassandra!! N x
Nagi, I am just so pleased to have found you, your recipes look delicious. Just hoping in my sml town Wynyard Tas. I will be able to get many of great ingredients. Thankyou.
Hi Caroline, I was just in Tasmania and fell in love with it!! Many of my recipes use “normal” ingredients, I don’t shop at gourmet stores 🙂 I am sure you will be fine! Oh – also I offer lots of subs when I can! N x
I’m looking for quick, healthy ,satisfying meal ideas
Well you’ve come to the right place Angela! Feel free to browse my collections via the drop down menus. I hope you try them and love them! N x
I made your BBQ short ribs for July 4th. They turned out amazing! Followed your instructions exactly! These are now in the rotation ☺️
Wahoo, that’s awesome Shannon!!! N x
Thank you for the recipes that always work, I can always count on recipe tin eats when I want to try a new dish. Love from a busy mum
I LOVE hearing this Stephanie, anything to make life a little easier!! ❤️ N x
I would like to subscribe to your blog. Your recipes look amazing!
Hi Tracey, you can subscribe on the homepage by signing up to my newsletter, I’m so glad you’re loving the look of the recipes and I hope you try them!! N x
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Hi Nagi, I love your recipes and find them easy to follow and always turn out and are very tasty.
Thanks so much Lyn!! N x
Hey Nagi, I Love your recipes! They Are Always Great!
Thanks so much Leah!!! N x
Navi loving your recipes … do you have a Cook Book in the shops?
It’s on the cards Wendy!!! Soon! N x
Hi Nagi and Dozer, I’m a former chef and live with a petty famous Sydney chef. I love your food and constantly use your recipes. I just wanted to say thank you
Hi Doreen! I’m a huge admirer of local Chef’s – care to share who it is? 🙂 N x
Umm he is a very private person. He is obsessed with Australian seafood and sustainability. Ha you’re probably thinking Josh Niland but think a little older- a mentor to Josh. I cooked the chicken rice stir fry tonight, super easy and delicious.
It’s not Peter Doyle is it – now I’m intrigued!! N x
Peter Doyle has an extensive French background. Think fishface
Hi Nagi and Dozer, I’m a former chef and live with a petty famous Sydney chef. I love your food and constantly use your recipes. I just wanted to say thank you
Hiiiii
Love your quick flavoursome recipes!
From South Africa
Just about to try your chicken pot recipe. Looks delicious and easy. Perfect combination.
Are you able to share your lamb shank curry that you spoke about on Libby gores sundaÿ morning show Sunday fourth July twenty twenty one
Thanking you Judy
I have found it Judy!
Here is the link: https://promotown.info/lamb-shanks-in-massaman-curry/%3C/a%3E%3C/p%3E
Oh I would love that recipe too!
🙂
Hi Nagi
Just found your site while scrolling for a great baked beans recipe. Can’t wait to make this for the family. This is supposed to feed 12, but I’m going to put at least a cup aside for my beans and toast during the week when I don’t have to share 🙃. Looking forward to many wonderful recipes from your site!
Hi Nagi! I just discovered you looking for a beef bourguignon recipe! I have so many cookbooks and love my collection, but being super busy, I decided to find a quick one on the internet. Since discovering you, I cannot stop scrolling around.. All of your recipes look amazing! I have just started following you and making some of your delicious recipes 😃 love the photography too, you are truly fantastic❣️
Love your recipes❤️.
I refer to recipetineats all the time. My favourite!
Thank you Nagi for sharing all your wonderful recipes, experiences and Dozer!
Bless you🥰
Hi nagi love your site best on the net try your recipes all the time i am trying to find an authentic recipe for scallopini champignon. order it all the time when i dine out but cannot find a good recipe for it cheers marcelle