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
Your easy artisan bread recipe is the first ever Internet recipe I’ve come across that claims to be life changing *and is actually life changing*. I’ve made it twice in the span of a week now and I intend to make a habit of it. Thank you!
You’re totally converted now Laurette!! N x
Nagi!!!!!
Thank the powers that be who brought you into my life!
You know when a dish is so good that you cannot stop eating – you should but you can’t. There are never any left overs.
Prepping, assembling and eating dinner is the new highlight of my day.
You need a show or u-tube channel – maybe you have? Maybe you need an agent? I could be your agent!
Keep well – we need you.
Thanks so much Dennette, that’s so lovely to hear ❤️
Every recipe I’ve attempted from your site has been a smash hit, thank you! Your website is my fail safe for all good food and I’ve convinced my husband to cook all ours meals for the next week based on random selections off your site. Can’t wait!
I’ve been following you for some time, but now in lockdown you are literally my sanity saviour. Fantastic, easy to follow tasty recipes! Thank you and top, top tip about buying wraps instead of bread…
That’s great to hear Srirat – thanks so much! N x
Hi Nagi – I have been making your recipes for a while and they always turn out well so thought I have to write to thank you!! You are now my go-to if I’m looking for something to cook. This morning I made your no-knead bread and my family devoured it 5 minutes! So I’ll have to make another loaf…Thank you!!
Thanks so much for letting me know Gina, that’s great to hear! N x
Am looking for you all cooking life I have a load of cook books just love your simple down to earth use of everyday cooking am a convert and a true fan. KATHERINE in ireland 😍
Thanks so much Katherine!! N x
Hi Nagi, we have followed you for awhile and have cooked a few recipes that have been fantastic, now with this lock down we have had a go at cooking new recipes that we would not even try and they have turned out great, thanks to your easy simple approach and your little video on how to achieve the great food. thank you.
w/Love from Seattle! Being stuck in quarantine w/my family has allowed me more time to spend cooking. So happy to have found you. My family LOVED the Thai Chicken Satay w/Peanut Sauce. My kids even raved about it. Thank you and can’t wait to try out more of your recipes!!
That’s lovely to hear Jennifer – thank you so much! N x
Greetings from Malmoe / Copenhagen. Thanks so much for all your brilliant recipes – I keep returning to your site and each time I find new gems in your vast archive. Always offering recipes full of great flavors and easy-to-make, yet ingenious recipes. I will keep coming back for more. Take care!
Thank you so so SO much for the great feedback Jens, I truly love hearing what people think of my recipes – N x
Greetings from Copenhagen. Have been following your blog for a long while and love it! In these trying times your recipes have been an inspiration to do things I had never done before and to travel the world from my home! Keep up.
Thanks so much for the great feedback Joana! N x
Nagi,
I just want to say THANK YOU for your continued support and kindness throughout the years. Unlike many other cooking websites, yours remains free of charge and accessible to all regardless of their socioeconomic status. This is especially important now, as so many of us have lost employment.
Thank you again; not only for the amazing and delicious recipes, but for keeping your website available to all.
Much respect,
RH
Thank you so much for the kind words, that truly meals a lot RH ❤️
Ms Magi…. …. Afternoon to you. Happy to know you. Thanks for the e-recipe. You are so talented in cooking. From today onwards I will follow you. Thank you so much. I love simple, heathly and easy cooking food.
Thanks so much Katherine!! N x
Hello Nagi,
I have been a long time fan of your website and have cooked many of your recipes. I know every time I use one of your recipes its going to be a real hit. I’m not surprised your recipes have such high ratings. Its like authentic food made easy! Anyway I just wanted to say thanks 🙂
Thank you so much Rachel!! N x
Thanks Nagi
I tried your seafood spaghetti ( I used the prawn only) and the pumpkin soup ( I added the turmeric powder and ginger as you recommended) last night. They are so easy to make and my family loved it. I will keep trying your recipe.
YUM! Sounds perfect Kitty! N x
Hi Nagi,
Tried your lemon butter on my basra fish and it added so much flavour as against just using half a lemon. As a non fishy smelling fish my basra took on a whole new dimension. will try some of your other dishes as they look mouth watering.
That’s great to hear Gerry, thanks so much for letting me know! N x
BEST thing to happen to me during Coronavirus, I found YOU- OMG my kids love the no knead bread , chocolate brownies, hot cross buns to name a few. I am loving creating new dinners every night! Love your blog- thank you xx
I LOVE hearing this Belinda!!!
Hi nagi! Your creations of food are tempting! I am so interested about all of your recipes, pretty sure my kids gonna love it! Stay safe as covid19 rocks the world! Happy easter!
I hope you give them a try and love them Michelle, have a fabulous Easter! N x
Just made your hot cross buns, they came out AMAZING, and I am a really average cook and a novice baker! Thank you, your tips and video were great! I look forward to trying some more of your recipes. I have never “blogged” but will give it a go following you in the morning – we are all learning new things in this weird new coronavirus world. Hugs to Dozer and stay safe!
Wahoo! That’s great to hear Sallyann! N x
Nagi,
Hi From Toronto! You’ve been a godsend during this time – never a fail on your recipes!
That’s lovely to hear Sarah, thanks so much! N x
Hi Nagi, today is Easter so I decided to try out your hot cross bun recipe. (This is my first time baking hot cross bun😅) You explanation and steps are so clear. Wow! Is really fluffy one. Thank you and Happy Easter!
That’s great to hear Winnie! N x