Taste.com.au January/February 2022

this time of year is so exciting and exhilarating. For me, these are the Lazy days, the days to relish, the perfect mix of chilling and celebrating with friends, with beautiful food right at the centre of the action (not to mention the boozy cocktail slushies on p99 – perfect for your New Year’s party menu). Speaking of celebrations, make sure you have Lunar New Year on your calendar. The food, the meaning, the rich symbolism around Love and family; there’s no celebration Like it. This year it kicks off on 1 February, with the Year of the Tiger, and I cannot wait to get started on what has to be our most stunning Lunar New Year feast ever (p117). And, if you’re like me, these summer Lovin’ days are also made…

GARLIC BUTTER RAMEN Take your instant noodle game to the next Level with nourishing greens and garlic butter. Consider Lunch sorted! SCAN THE QR CODE TO WATCH THE RECIPE VIDEO. FRENCH ONION HONEYCOMB PASTA Arrange rigatoni upright then drench in a decadent sauce of cheese, French onion and bacon. Ooh La La! SCAN THE QR CODE TO WATCH THE RECIPE VIDEO. ESPRESSO MARTINI SLICE We Love it as a cocktail, but imagine it as a slice! The Layers of coffee Liqueur, chocolate and biscuit are irresistible. SCAN THE QR CODE TO WATCH THE RECIPE VIDEO.…

Mexican burrito slice p64…

Ready, set, sizzle! Top your edible crispy rice bowl with easy grilled chilli jam prawns, then load it with charred pineapple for major Thai street food vibes!Michelle Southan let’s go! super sticky chilli jam prawns & crispy rice bowl serves 4 | prep 20 mins (+ overnight chilling & 30 mins cooling) | cooking 50 mins E 300g (1½ cups) basmati rice2 eggs1 tbs ABC Sweet Soy Sauce Kecap Manis140g (½ cup) chilli jam2 tbs fresh Lime juice500g green prawns, peeled, deveined, tails intact230g piece pineapple, peeled, cut into 1cm-thick small triangles1 red capsicum, deseeded, cut into 2cm pieces½ green oak Lettuce, leaves separated, washed, dried2 green shallots, thinly sliced diagonally1 Long fresh red chilli, thinly sliced Sesame seeds, toasted, to serve 1 Cook the rice following the absorption packet directions. Transfer to a large…

the key to making a new year’s health kick really stick is to make time in the kitchen easy for yourself. That’s the plan with the Ninja IntelliSense Kitchen System. It has one base and four appliance attachments: a high-speed blender for smoothies, a food processor for speedy prep, a spiraliser for instant vegie noodles and a crushing pitcher for frozen cocktails because... balance, right? It’s even programmed to process specific recipes – all you have to do is hit the right button on the touchscreen. And the best bit is all the parts are dishwasher safe! Cook our cover, send us a pic and you could win one, worth $450. “Show me glossy prawns in a vibrant galad, with a sturdy, crispy rice bowl and you’ll be a winner!”matt preston…

beer without the bloat! Enjoy summer schooners guilt free with these two better-for-you beers, made here in Oz. Launched by Australia’s Insta sweethearts, The Inspired Unemployed, Better Beer has no carbs or sugar. Ballistic Beer Co’s Low Ha is a full-bodied, fruity pale ale that happens to be low carb, so you can keep kicking your new year health goals. Available at select liquor stores. Alcohol-free drinks more your thing? See our top picks on page 129. KEEP YOUR COOL Picnic season is in full swing, so we’re tickled pink by this colourful cooler bag! Two separate compartments allow plenty of space for food and drinks, and an insulated, water-resistant lining keeps everything cool – and protects your car or lap from accidental spills and leaks. It’s $94.50 from thecornerbooth.com.au. glass half FULL We Love…