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 Nagi!
I’ve been following your blog for about a year now and you are my go-to girl when it comes to recipes.
I can pretty much guarantee that if you don’t eat it – we don’t eat it.
For my 50th last year we had a Mexican Fiesta with your recipes and by far it was the best party we’ve EVER had!
Love your work x
Woah what a compliment Sharon! Thanks so much!!!
As so many others have said I just stumbled on your sight. I am so happy I did. Your tip for cutting an “X” in the bottom of a mushroom to drain water out while baking Mushroom Pizza really caught my attention. I make these at least once a month and have tried everything to keep them from being so wet. Your recipe is the only one i’ve seen with the “X” tip. Thank you so much for this tip. I am making these tomorrow.
It’s life changing Rosemary!! I’m so glad you found me and that you’re learning new tricks 🙂
Hi Nagi
I stumbled across your steamed fish recipe in the internet , that your mom taught you..
I tried it with my $35 K Mart rice cooker steamer with a fresh $7 Trevally from Chaddy and it came out amazing ,so simply made but restruant quality at the end.
Thank you so much
Anil
That’s so great to head Anil!!!
Hi Mardi
I am an older lady and cook for just the two of us and I just found your site. I had lost interest in cooking until I saw these recipes so I’m about to get back into it with your help. Cheers
That’s lovely to read Monica, I hope you give them a go and love them! ❤️
Made your hot &sour soup .came out great. Spices are right on target. Want to make spring rolls next.
Perfect Adeline!!! Enjoy the spring rolls – N x
Hi Nagi, stumbled on your site looking for Spin. Art. dip, then started looking around, wow! So excited to start cooking with Nagi 🙂 Instantly seeing recipes I want to make tomorrow lol. I need simple easy and delicious I think I’ve found my happy place! I too am a dog lover and owner, Dozer looks like he’s a happy pup.
Cheers,
Debi
(California apple country)
Oh I love that dip!! Love to know what you think once you try some recipes ❤️
Hi Nagi just found your site I love stir fry’s Siam looking forward to trying your recipes. Going to the shops tomorrow to get the ingredients I need for stir fry.
Hi Nagi,
I have been a home cook for the entire span of the internet (early mid 90s)…lol…I will confidently say your site and recipes are by far the best collection I have ever come across. My wife is Taiwanese and has always loved my cooking but loves yours more…We had a Recipetin Christmas for the entire Month of Dec… I just want to say thank you and keep them coming!
All the Best
Chuck
Woah what a compliment, thanks so much Chuck!!
I’m new to this site. So far I’ve tried your Creamy white chicken enchiladas and we loved it. Easy to make and taste was fantastic. I’m trying your Beef Enchiladas tonight and I have no doubt it’ll be great. We have been looking for new recipes to try and I have a feeling we will try every recipe on here 🙂
That’s so wonderful to hear Jennifer, I hope you enjoy plenty more of my recipes! N x
Vegetarian options – really trying to eat less animals – (seafood excepted!!!) 🥦
Hi Lezah, sounds great! A lot of my recipes can be modified to change the protein to seafood/tofu 🙂
I’m pleased to have found your website. You seem very thoughtful in everything you do and I don’t think I’ve seen a recipe yet that I wouldn’t try.
Best wishes to you!
How can you NOT love this women?
Aww shucks!!!!
Thanks so much Audree!!
Hi Nagi! I am so happy that I’ve found you. I am neither creative nor highly skilled in the kitchen but I do love good food. You have become my primary source for recipes! Quick, easy to follow and delicious. I really don’t need to look anywhere else, for the rest of my life😆! Thank you!
And I am also happy to hear that you and Dozer are safe in proximity to the fires.
Janet (from Toronto)
Hi Nagi, I love your recipes and the simplicity of it! (Thanks for making it easy with videos). It is all exceptionally tasty and no fuss. I work full time and am thrilled and surprised that I can serve such delicious, affordable and quick meals.
Thanks again!
Debbie from South Africa
That’s so great to hear Debbie, thanks so much for taking the time to let me know – N x
I moved to Texas 3 1/2 years ago. They do not have good chinese or mexican food here so I have begun cooking m try own. Your recipes have been a blessing to me. Thank you!
That’s wonderful Sterlie, and homemade is so much more satisfying anyway – N x
very refreshing presentation that seems to go instantly into my head leaving me feeling “Can Do”
Cheers
lx
Just perfect! Every recipe has exceeded my expectations (this never happens) and I truly appreciate all the extra bits of information you add, so very helpful – So wonderful – THANK YOU!
I love your dog and your wonderful dishes.
Keep up the the great website.
Yours truley Allan
Thanks so much Allan!!
Relieved to hear you, Dozer and my Australian family are all safe. Feel so helpless over here in the UK. Please can we hear more about the new house?
Hi Nagi,
I really love your of cooking style. Just wanted to drop a line and thank you for your beautiful work. I hope one day I also make a living doing what I truly love – creating and sharing my favourite recipes with people from all around the world.
Nagi, your recipes are the ones I go to every time! They are fabulous. Thank you for sharing these with us!!!
You’re so welcome!
Hi Nagi I really enjoy watching your videos thanks for inspiring me to do some new recipes hope you are doing ok with all the fires
Hi Nagi, happy New year to you. I was very glad to hear you’re ok and safe, so sad what’s happening in Australia. I’m still very happy with your recipes thanks