Recipezaar: Oceania,Seasonal recipes

Layered Fruits With Lemon Pistachio Syrup

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 01:10:01 -0500

This is from Nourish magazine. I haven't tried it yet, but it just looks so yummy! Each serving gives you 2 full servings of fruit. -- posted by Sara 76

Potato Salad With Salmon Dressing

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 01:26:07 -0500

This is from the 2003 Chrisco calender. I haven't tried it yet, but it looks interesting, and simple. -- posted by Sara 76

Ice Ring

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 01:27:50 -0500

I saw this on a morning tv show once, and thought it was such a great, simple idea! It keeps the punch icy cold, but doesn't water it down like ice cubes will. The possibilities are endless, as you can add whatever fruit you like, or even rose petals! -- posted by Sara 76

Mango Daiquiri

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 17:38:32 -0500

My sister & I both received a bottle of Mango Liqueur each for Christmas, so we came up with these yummy cocktails to drink on NYE! -- posted by Sara 76

Yoghurt Dressing

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 18:00:22 -0500

I found this in the New Idea magazine. It says to use it for salad, seafood, or chicken. -- posted by Sara 76

Pineapple Crush

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 18:39:18 -0500

This is from the "Blender Cookbook". it looks like a refeshing, yummy drink for summer! I added the ice myself, so feel free to leave it out. -- posted by Sara 76

Chicken Chowder

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 23:44:29 -0500

This recipe is from the "Main Meals In 30 Minutes Or Less" cookbook. Serve this hearty soup with warm garlic bread. -- posted by Sara 76

Mango Comfort

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 23:47:32 -0500

We ran out of Bacardi while making daiquiri, so we used some Southern Comfort in it's place..it was delicious! -- posted by Sara 76

Avocado Tarts

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 23:50:51 -0500

This recipe is from the "Avocado Cookbook". -- posted by Sara 76

Pina Colada Martini

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 02:17:59 -0500

Had a similar drink at Burton's, a local restaurant, and loved it. After a few trials, this comes pretty close. Can make multiples just using the same ratio. -- posted by Vicki in CT

Chilli Prawns and Mango Salad

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 23:20:00 -0500

King prawns on the bbq with mango salad...yumm! This recipe yields five prawns per person....if serving as an appetizer then 2 prawns per person would be plenty. -- posted by Fairy Nuff

Chrysanthemum

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:15:36 -0500

A very refreshing mocktail. -- posted by djmastermum

Butterflied, Barbecued Leg of Lamb

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:09:09 -0500

This sounds perfect for my Australia Day menu.You can cut down on the prep time by asking your butcher to bone and butterfly the leg. -- posted by Fairy Nuff

Mango & Pine Nut Salad

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:13:23 -0500

Beans, greens, tropical mango with spicy dijjon dressing topped with buttery pine nuts, will drive that healthy fact right out of your mind. -- posted by Betty Bel

Garlic and Rosemary Stuffed Sausages

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 14:21:40 -0500

Adapted from an Australia Day BBQ recipe in the current issue of 'New Idea'. As I don't have a BBQ, when I make these I shall be panfrying them. Please feel free to vary the herbs so that you use your favourite herbs and to use the amount of garlic to meet your taste preferences. The discarded green end of the leek can be saved and used in my Recipe #135453. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Marinated Tomato, Zucchini, Pine Nut and Ricotta Pasta

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:17:03 -0500

This quick pasta meal (perfect for Summer) comes from Notebook magazine - January 2008 along with the following notes & tips: * This recipe can be easily adjusted to suit any taste. Substitute basil with oregano and thyme, or use all three for a richer flavour. For colour variation, use yellow and red cherry tomatoes. If cooking for children, use penne, which is easier to pick up with a fork. -- posted by Rhiannon&Matt.gauci

Turkey and Mango Salad

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 17:00:25 -0500

This is a very flexible recipe. YOu can substitute sultanas or raisins for the dried cranberries, and you can used any cold meat or prawns in place of the turkey. -- posted by Sara 76

Frozen Coffee Log

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 17:10:08 -0500

I'm not sure which magazine I clipped this from, but it looks delicious in the photo! I haven't tried it yet. -- posted by Sara 76

Roasted Summer Vegetable Tart

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 14:02:54 -0500

"This tart makes a great brunch or lunch dish. The vegetables can be replaced with red capsicum, beans, eggplant or whatever else is fresh at the time. " Another Summer recipe I found while searching for things to cook when trying to deal with a week of 40°C+ (104°F+) weather! :p Recipe by Lauraine Jacobs, originally published in The Sydney Morning Herald, Tuesday October 16, 2007 and found on cuisine.com.au -- posted by Rhiannon&Matt.gauci

Spicy Cauliflower Fritters

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 14:03:29 -0500

This recipe by Steve Manfredi was adapted from a recipe in Ottolenghi: The Cookbook and published in The Sydney Morning Herald Tuesday July 22, 2008. This is modern, quick, contemporary, dairy free, nut free finger food that can be packed for school lunches or picnics. I'd like to try this recipe using broccoli. -- posted by Rhiannon&Matt.gauci

Butternut Pumpkin (Squash), Roasted Hazelnut and Feta Salad

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 23:24:22 -0500

We're in a middle of a week-long 40°C+ (104°F+) heatwave in Melbourne, so I was looking for something that is easy, healthy & is not going to require standing over a hot flame. I found this recipe on cuisine.com.auby Kylie Davis published in The Sydney Morning Herald Friday January 16, 2009 -- posted by Rhiannon&Matt.gauci

Maui Scones

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 23:25:34 -0500

The coconut, pineapple and nuts combine in these scones to give them a taste of the tropics. From Land o'Lakes. -- posted by swissms

Huli Huli BBQ Chicken

Mon, 02 Feb 2009 01:26:12 -0500

Jumped out at me while leafing through the August '08 issue of "Cuisine at Home." According to the article, this grilled chicken is cooked and sold from roadside stands in Hawaii. I haven't tried it yet, but it sounds wonderful. At first sight it looks like a lot of work, but I bet it isn't. Just a lot of ingredients. If you make it before me, let us all know how it is, O.K? -- posted by Suzanna Marie

Banana Colada (Non-Dairy Mocktail)

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 00:16:02 -0500

A luscious-looking drink for all you coconut lovers out there (like me!) who want something smooth and creamy, but don't want or can't have alcohol or dairy. I found this over at the World's Healthiest Foods site while browsing their recipe collection. This variation on the more traditional pina colada recipe is a good cure any tropical cravings you might have! You'll want to make sure to use ripe bananas for this recipe, as it will provide more flavor and sweetness that way. Also, make sure to use only enough liquid to keep the blender going. NOTE: Cook time is freezing time for the bananas. If you're like me and usually have leftover ripe bananas already in the freezer waiting to be used, this recipe is a snap to put together. -- posted by Lynne the Pirate Queen

Poached Peaches With Yogurt

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 00:52:34 -0500

This yummy breakfast recipe comes from the January 2009 issue of *recipes+* magazine. You can use other stone fruit or a combination such as plums, apricots, or nectarines. You can make the poached fruit up to 6 hours ahead if you want. Another variation is to serve it warm, instead of chilled. Prep time doesn't include the 3 hours needed to chill the fruit. -- posted by Sara 76

Chicken Rissoles With Lentil Salad

Sun, 22 Feb 2009 15:29:19 -0500

This is based on a recipe from the January 2009 issue of "recipes +" magazine. The original recipe called for ground pork, but we changed it to chicken. This makes a perfect mid-week meal, and is quick and easy to make. You can add sices such as cumin or coriander to the ground chicken, to spice it up a bit. Also, try serving it with flour tortillas or flatbread! With the salad, you can save money by using 1 medium tomato instead of the cherry tomatoes. Also, if you can't get a can of lentils, use 1 cup of dried lentils, soaked and prepared. -- posted by Sara 76

New Zealand Shepherd's Pie

Sun, 22 Feb 2009 16:07:04 -0500

A kiwi classic traditions old with a modern twist to suit busy lifestyles. This can be made ahead of time, assembled at the last minute, or made and frozen then thawed in the fridge and popped in the oven to brown the potato topping or to reheat. -- posted by Zaatarbella

Honey Ricotta Dip

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 10:28:17 -0500

This can be made up to 2 days ahead, and stored in the fridge. Serve it with fresh fruit, such as strawberries, bananas, or wedges of rockmelon, pineapple or honeydew. -- posted by Sara 76

Chocolate Ice-Cream Sandwiches

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 11:56:39 -0500

These look absolutely divine! The recipe comes from the January 2009 issue of "recipes +" magazine. They cost just 35c each to make..can't beat that!!! *****Prep time includes freezer time. -- posted by Sara 76

Strawberry Crepes

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 11:58:05 -0500

This super- simple dessert comes from the January 2009 issue of "recipes +" magazine. It can be ready in minutes, looks very elegant, and nobody needs to know how easy it was!! You can use any baerries you want. -- posted by Sara 76

Melon Trio With Lime & Yogurt (21 Day Wonder Diet : Day 1 )

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:44:01 -0500

This is the Day 1 breakfast for the 21 Day Wonder Diet. I was unable to buy cantaloupe on my first day, so I used 300g each of the honeydew and watermelon. You can choose any flavoured yogurt you like, as long as it is low-fat. Passionfruit is especially well suited to the other flavours in this dish, but i used raspberry (my Hubby doesn't like passionfruit) and that worked well too! This breakfast is to be followed up by a mid-morning snack of 1 small red capsicum & 1 tablespoon low-fat cottage cheese. If you dislike raw capsicum, you can have an apple instead. -- posted by Sara 76

Mango Lassi (21 Day Wonder Diet: Day 3 )

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 01:34:34 -0500

This is day 3: Breakfast, on the 21 Day Wonder Diet. I was unable to buy buttermilk the first time I made it, so I used skim milk instead. This breakfast is to be followed by a mid-morning snack of 2 corn thins & 1/2 a small sliced tomato. -- posted by Sara 76

Bran & Cranberry Muesli (21 Day Wonder Diet: Day 4)

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 14:42:24 -0500

This is Day 4: Breakfast, on the 21 day Wonder Diet. This recipe makes 6 servings. If you don't feel like making any of the breakfasts on this diet, you are allowed to have this muesli instead, but remember it is ONLY 1/3 cup per serving! You can make larger batches of this, and store it in an airtight container. If you don't like cranberries, you can use sultanas or raisins instead. This breakfast is to be followed by a mid-morning snack of 1 carrot, cut into sticks. -- posted by Sara 76

Orange, Kumara & Tuna Salad (21 Day Wonder Diet: Day 4)

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 14:44:18 -0500

This is Day 4: Lunch, on th e21 Day Wonder Diet. You can use pumpkin instead of kumara if you like. It is best to prepare the ingredients to this salad the night before, then make the salad in th emorning for lunch. This lunch is to be followed by an afternoon snack of 125g strawberries. -- posted by Sara 76

Caribbean Spiced Corn-On-The-Cob

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 01:39:10 -0500

A spicy summer time treat that adds a different approach to your average corn on the cob. I found this recipe in "Woman's World" Magazine with a little of my own changes, and use it almost every time I make corn. Very adjustable, quick & easy to make. Great for picnics or BBQ's, and gives you that "your-on-vacation" feeling. If you know someone who doesn't like corn-on-the-cob, this just might make a believer out of them. Enjoy! =^_^= P.S. This is even good drizzled over microwaved frozen or canned corn if you don't have time to cook cobs. -- posted by SailorVive

Berry Smoothie (21 Day Wonder Diet: Day 8)

Sat, 07 Mar 2009 02:33:44 -0500

This is Day 8: Breakfast, on the 21 Day Wonder Diet. You can decide on any berry combination to suit you. Try matching the the flavours with the yogurt. You can use fresh or frozen berries. This breakfast is to be followed by a mid-morning snack of 2 cups of air-popped popcorn. -- posted by Sara 76

Lentil, Tuna, and Tomato Salad (21 Day Wonder Diet: Day 8)

Sat, 07 Mar 2009 02:35:05 -0500

This is Day 8: Lunch, on the 21 Day Wonder Diet. You can make this salad a day ahead. This lunch is to be followed by an afternoon snack of 1 small banana. -- posted by Sara 76

Crunchy Chicken Salad Cups (21 Day Wonder Diet: Day 8)

Sat, 07 Mar 2009 02:35:34 -0500

This is Dinner: Day 8, on the 21 Day Wonder Diet. -- posted by Sara 76

Chicken Waldorf Salad (21 Day Wonder Diet: Day 11)

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 01:48:35 -0500

This is day 11: Lunch, on the 21 Day Wonder Diet. If you are taking this salad to work, make sure the apple is coated with the dressing to stop the flesh discolouring. This lunch is to be followed by an afternoon snack of 1 medium orange. -- posted by Sara 76

Watermelon & Raspberry Salad (21 Day Wonder Diet: Day 11)

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 03:25:53 -0400

This is Day 11: Breakfast, on the 21 Day Wonder Diet. You can use strawberries in place of th eraspberries if you prefer. Match th eyogurt flavour to your choice of berries. This breakfast is to be followed by a mid-morning snack of 1 small carrot, cut into sticks. -- posted by Sara 76

Muesli With Pear & Yogurt (21 Day Wonder Diet: Day 12)

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 17:19:46 -0400

This is Day 12: Breakfast, on the 21 day Wonder Diet. You must use the Bran And Cranberry Muesli Recipe #359020 from Day 4 for this. This breakfast is to be followed by a mid-morning snack of 2 corn thins and 1/2 small sliced tomato. -- posted by Sara 76

Tj's Maui Wowie Tuna Burgers

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 02:13:39 -0400

I got this recipe during a shopping trip at Trader Joe's. They are REALLY good. You can find the teriyaki in other stores, and I think it's important to use this brand. We double the recipe and use three eggs, as that seems to hold things together a little better. We put a bit of the teriyaki on both sides of the bun, and then pour it over the top of the patty as well. -- posted by Melissa and Her Pants

Chorizo and Halloumi Skewers

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 12:34:42 -0400

A yummy-sounding recipe from the current issue of the Australian magazine 'super food ideas'. You'll need 8 pre-soaked wooden bamboo skewers. Feel free to vary the olives in this recipe. I haven't made these yet but I'd be inclined to use unpitted kalamata olives or perhaps half and half unpitted kalamata olives and the suggested pimento-stuffed green olives. I've suggested that these could be served at a picnic, if you were picnicking where there were BBQs. They could be made up to the end of step 1. For serving at a home BBQ, they could of course also be prepared to that stage and BBQd just before you are ready to serve them. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Thai-Flavoured Prawn Salad (21 Day Wonder Diet: Day 14)

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 23:43:08 -0400

This is Day 14: Lunch, on the 21 Day Wonder Diet. You can prepare all th eingredients the night before, then assemble the salad in the morning to take to work, This lunch is to be followed by an afternoon snack of 100g skim milk fruit-flavoured yogurt. -- posted by Sara 76

Salted Salmon and Tomato Salad With Onions (Aka Lomi Lomi Salmon

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 23:55:05 -0400

This is a traditional modern Hawaiian dish. It is perfect for those dog days of summer when you want a cool salad. ***NOTE*** Salted Salmon is also known as cured salmon. If it's not available at our supermarket, there is a recipe here Recipe #136947 that I have never tried, but looks just right! By the way, "lomi-lomi" meand massage-massage in Hawaiian, and that's what you do to make this salad. -- posted by HawaiiChef79

Citrus Salad (21 Day Wonder Diet: Day 15)

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 19:11:43 -0400

The is Day 15: Breakfast, on the 21 Day Wonder Diet. You can use regular grapefruit if you prefer, or use any combination of citrus fruit to suit you. This breakfast is to be followed by a mid-morning snack of 125g grape tomatoes. -- posted by Sara 76

Banana Passionfruit Smoothie (21 Day Wonder Diet: Day 16)

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 10:23:38 -0400

This is Day 16: Breakfast, on the 21 Day Wonder Diet. This is a delicious smoothie, and one of my favourite breakfasts on this diet! You can use a different flavoured yogurt if you prefer, but I think the passionfruit is perfect in it. This breakfast is to be followed by a mid-morning snack of 1 lebanese cucumber, cut into sticks and served with 1 tablespoon of low-fat cottage cheese. -- posted by Sara 76

Avocado, Banana and Mango Muffins

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 12:10:08 -0400

An unusual combination, to be sure, but one that looks so good I just had to share! I've recently discovered the wonders of avocados, and have been trying to find new ways to enjoy their heart-healthy benefits. Though I haven't yet tried these muffins (from the Kiwi Gardens B&B in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii), I will certainly do so the next time I have some extra avocados on hand. You can save some time by using thawed frozen mango chunks instead of fresh mango. -- posted by Lynne the Pirate Queen

Salmon Pasta Salad (21 Day Wonder Diet: Day 17)

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 01:32:50 -0400

This is Day 17: Lunch, on the 21 Day Wonder Diet. This lunch is to be followed by an afternoon snack of 200g rockmelon. -- posted by Sara 76

Pear, Spinach, Walnut & Celery Salad

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 17:02:38 -0400

Another healthy recipe that I have collected for my pre-summer health push. I found this in the "Healthy Eating" cookbook put out by "The Australian Woman's Weekly" I was particularly drawn to it by the dressing as it is without oil which always pushes up the calorie count a good deal. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Golden Syrup Dumplings

Sun, 29 Mar 2009 20:06:46 -0400

We grew up on this fabulous, economical comfort dessert! This particular recipe is from Lady Flo Bjelke-Petersen's Classic Country Cooking cookbook, and is the recipe i have used since moving out of home 13 years ago. These are best served pipng hot, with vanilla ice-cream. -- posted by Sara 76

Chilled Cucumber Soup With Champagne Poached Prawns - or Shrimps

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 14:33:42 -0400

Adapted from a 'Better Homes and Gardens' recipe that I found online. There are just so many Chilled Cucumber Soups on Zaar but - from my searches - none that seemed quite like this one which I'm posting for safe-keeping as well as for others who might like to try it. I love the fact that this is basically a potato and leek soup - with cucumbers and prawns poached in champage! YUM! :) The only additions I've made are garlic (I just cannot contemplate prawns without garlic!) and the dill or parsley for garnish. The photograph accompanying the original recipe suggested that small shrimps had been used and rather more than the 12 specified in the ingredients list which explains why in the directions there is mention in step 3 of dividing "most of the prawns" between 4 bowls, then adding "the remaining" prawns once the soup had been ladled into the bowls! 12 prawns between 4 bowls hardly allows for "most of..." and "remaining..." Obviously, this recipe could be made with small shrimps and with a larger number than 12. Several shrimps on top of each soup bowl would certainly make for more attractive presentation. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Spiced Lamb Kebabs

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 13:58:43 -0400

Adapted from a recipe in Michelle Trute's 'cooking with conscience'. All the recipes in this book are low fat, low-moderate GI and easily prepared. This recipe is moderate GI and low in fat. She includes no salt in this recipe but I have included sea salt below as optional as I know for many this is an essential ingredient. If rosemary branches are unavailable, use wooden skewers soaked in water and add rosemary to the lamb just before threading it onto the skewers. I have also included sage as I love rosemary and sage together. Michelle Trute recommends marjoram, mint, rosemary and sage with lamb and recommends using herbs rather than salt. I have also posted Michelle Trute's Recipe #349024. 800g = just under 26 ounces. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Bridies

Sun, 12 Apr 2009 00:53:19 -0400

My adaptation of another of Huey's recipes. He describes a Bridie as "a South African pasty filled with spiced minced lamb... well, kind of..." Minced lamb is what Americans call "ground lamb". As I don't like my foods hot and spicy, when I make these I shall be omitting the sambel oelek (or any other chilli paste) and increasing the garlic. They looked so delicious that I'm really looking forward to making these. I'm also interested to learn from South Africans how well-known this dish is in South Africa and the degree to which this version has varied from the standard Bridie. If you are planning to make this recipe, please check the NOTE below the directions about a problem I had in posting one ingredient. For yield, I also tried to write, again unsuccessfully, "2 large or 4 small Bridies". Whether you consider this recipe appropriate to serving 2 or 4 will, of course, depend on the appetites of the eaters, and whether the Bridies are being served with other side dishes or on their own! -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Beef Burger With Grilled Eggplant (Aubergine) & Salad Greens

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 17:44:03 -0400

Adapted from a recipe 'The Australian Women's Weekly's Grills & Barbecues'. The eggplant (aubergine) not used in step 2 can be added to other vegetable peelings, stalks etc. and kept in a freezer bag until you have enough to make Recipe #135453. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Grilled Madeira Cake With Berries

Sat, 18 Apr 2009 16:58:21 -0400

This delicious, simple dessert comes from "recipes +" magazine, January 2009. Be sure to buy an un-iced madeira cake! -- posted by Sara 76

Barbecued Mango Cheeks

Tue, 05 May 2009 01:09:25 -0400

A really simple yet elegant and creative end to a fabulous barbecue. Your friends will be talking! -- posted by Sue L

Blueberry Scones

Tue, 05 May 2009 01:12:30 -0400

Source: delicious. - February 2004. -- posted by Sue L

Home-Style Baked Beans With Crispy Bacon

Tue, 05 May 2009 01:16:07 -0400

Australian style baked beans with bacon bones. I felt totally alien until I realized they are just pork bones, which I use in economical Soul food cooking al the time. Do I smell barbecue? Yum. Recipe by Dixie Elliott. Thanks, Dixie! -- posted by Sue L

Banana Coconut Smoothie

Tue, 05 May 2009 01:22:38 -0400

From Taste.com.au - November 2008. Yum! -- posted by Sue L

Easy Berry Frozen Yogurt Pops

Tue, 05 May 2009 01:30:16 -0400

Great for kids, old and young! From Good Taste - February 2004 -- posted by Sue L

Applemint Iced Tea

Tue, 05 May 2009 01:36:30 -0400

This intriguing combination is great for quenching your summertime thirst. Recipe by Taste.com.au - December 2008. -- posted by Sue L

Drunken Watermelon

Tue, 05 May 2009 12:05:05 -0400

From The Australian Women's Weekly Christmas Cooking. Those Aussies know how to throw a party! The prep time does not include the standing and freezing times. -- posted by Dreamer in Ontario

Pumpkin Scones (Vegan, Egg Free, Lactose Free, Still Delicious)

Wed, 06 May 2009 12:04:32 -0400

These scones are quite easy to make but just a hint from someone who made this mistake... Make sure you put them on the TOP shelf of the oven to prevent burnt bottoms :) -- posted by KristinV

Kiwi Daiquiri

Fri, 08 May 2009 01:37:21 -0400

A New Zealand inspired twist on this classic drink. You can omit the rum and have it as a non-alcoholic drink too. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Nana's Tomato Relish

Fri, 08 May 2009 02:12:31 -0400

This is a sweet and tangy relish served in New Zealand. It goes great on meats (cold leftovers) or sandwiches or just cheese and crackers. Make this when you have some nice fresh garden tomatoes. A special thank you to Heather for sharing her wonderful recipe. -- posted by Island Gurl

Avocado and Kiwi Salsa

Fri, 08 May 2009 12:16:56 -0400

A New Zealand twist on salsa. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Barbecued Shrimp With Mango Lime Mayonnaise

Sat, 09 May 2009 00:11:57 -0400

Apparently, Australians don't actually do much 'shrimp on the barbie' but thanks to Paul Hogan the world thinks otherwise. Traditional or not BBQ shrimp is actually really nice and this is an extra nice way of serving it. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Wellington Lamb Burgers

Sat, 09 May 2009 00:12:17 -0400

I got this recipe off the New Zealand lamb website. It sounds rather different with the egg mixture in the middle of the burger. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Curried Pumpkin, Kumera and Bacon Soup

Sat, 09 May 2009 00:12:27 -0400

Posted for ZWT. A recipe from NZ chef Alison Holst which we've made several times and loved. Kumera is the Maori word for sweet potato -- posted by Helen Hes

Lamb Kebabs

Sat, 09 May 2009 00:17:08 -0400

A very simple way to serve lamb. I love to cook these on the barbecue and serve them with new potatoes and a couple of salads. Recipe by Alison Holst, posted for ZWT5. Preparation time does not include marinating time. -- posted by Helen Hes

Avocado and Mango Salsa

Sun, 10 May 2009 19:56:03 -0400

An Aussie version of the usual favorite, by Debi of "Way Down Under". Debi likes this with barbecued meat of any type. -- posted by Sue L

Zefferelli Salad

Sun, 10 May 2009 19:56:27 -0400

From Debi in Nelson Bay, Australia. She and her husband Peter operate a dolphin watch business there. She mentions that it is easy to omit the prosciutto for vegetarians. -- posted by Sue L

Australian Style Potato Salad

Tue, 12 May 2009 00:37:27 -0400

This is a recipe that I found on the inmamaskitchen website, posted by Margaret Walker, which I am posting here for the Zaar World Tour event. It appealed to me because it is very similar to the potato salad recipe that my mom made for our summertime picnics and potluck gatherings. There is a note at the berginning of the instructions that states there are many varieties of deli-style mustards, and it is best that you not use a smooth mustard for this recipe, but rather you should use a mustard that has a trace of seed still in it. -- posted by NorthwestGal

Mum's Potato Salad

Thu, 14 May 2009 02:33:41 -0400

I know there are a million potato salad recipes, but I adore this one and I searched very hard to find one the same on 'Zaar. No luck, so I have to post it! From cuisine.com.au. -- posted by Gingernut

Fruit Sauce No Ka Oi 1970

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 02:06:48 -0400

I was watching a tv program from British Columbia one day , and a Hawaiian chef made this to go on fresh sliced strawberries, or bananas or ice cream. It is a very delicious topping, and I know that it is online under other forums, but I decided to post it here anyway. If its already posted on Zaar I can't seem to find it. -- posted by andypandy

Mangoes Foster With Creme Fraiche (By Bobby Flay)

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 15:07:46 -0400

I first saw Bobby Flay prepare this on the Food Network in 2007. It was a featured recipe during a segment called "Boy Meets Grill" in the episode called Dinner on the Grill. It looked so good so I just had to try it. It was an immediate hit with my family. I have made this on the grill (as Bobby Flay prepared it) as well as on my stovetop, and it comes out fantastic each time. -- posted by NorthwestGal

Paradise Hotel

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 21:55:43 -0400

A cocktail we came up with to use up some passion fruit cordial. If you can't find the cordial use this recipe and make your own:Recipe #198770! If you can't find lychee juice, the liquid from a can of lychees works well too. -- posted by AmandaInOz

Coconut Chicken Curry

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 14:12:36 -0400

If you want fast & easy that tastes like take out, try this! It's my version of curry, fool-proof, never-fail, always delicious. Serve with rice and naan or pappadums. -- posted by Carol in Oz

Mango Grand Margarita

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:48:57 -0400

Mango lovers beware. This is yummy and addictive. -- posted by ~Rita~

Mango Cooler

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:04:25 -0400

I found this cocktail on the CocktailDB website while looking for a new mango-flavored cocktail to try. It is very refreshing and provides a tropical touch that you'll enjoy on a hot summer day. -- posted by NorthwestGal

Hawaii Da Kine Burgers W/ Sweet-Chili Glaze & Goat Cheese

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:52:00 -0400

Sutter Home's 2008 Build a Better Burger ® Winner!!!! "Da kine" is a key phrase in Hawaiian Pidgin, the language of the "locals." It can mean almost anything, but commonly refers to something good or genuine, or as in this case, "the best." This burger is as local as it gets, both in taste and ingredients. The patties are tender and juicy, thanks to fresh papaya and sweet onion, and are spiced with Hawaiian Portuguese sausage, which is so popular in Hawaii that it is on every breakfast menu (including McDonald’s). The accompanying salad employs heating oil to its smoking point, a local cooking method, resulting in a dynamite burger accompaniment. To complete the Hawaiian flavoring, I added a sweet glaze (Hawaiians love sweet and savory) and was inspired by our award-winning goat dairy to create a mouth-watering ginger-infused cheese spread. Ho, dat's da kine! Pairs with Zinfandel -- posted by College Girl

Polynesian Curry

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 12:29:20 -0400

My mom used to make this delicious Polynesian recipe when I was a kid. I just love the different toppings you can add to this basic coconut curry base. You can make it as spicy or as sweet as you want. -- posted by Krista Roes

Coconut Bundt Cake With Roasted Peaches- Gillan Estate, New Zeal

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 09:40:31 -0400

The outside of the cake is chewy and macaroon-like; the inside is moist and tender. Note that the cake is eggless. The original recipe uses apricots instead of peaches. Could also substitute nectarines. -- posted by swissms

Tropical Twister Smoothies

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:11:13 -0400

A great tasting family breakfast smoothie that is also good for you; add the rum for an adult version, if you like. You can sub strawberries for the mango and papaya to make strawberry pineapple banana smoothies. Yum..... -- posted by BecR

Barbecued Corn With Chilli-Herb Butter

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:27:33 -0400

This looks like a simple, tasty side dish. You can prepare the chilli-herb butter the night before and I suppose you could make it for jacket potatoes too. This recipe comes from Australian Good Taste magazine, Dec 2008. -- posted by Rhiannon&Matt.gauci

Chinese Barbecued Duck Soup

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:49:24 -0400

I made this for dinner last night. It was really, really delicious. -- posted by JustJanS

Creamy Potato and Bacon Soup.

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 15:55:16 -0400

Quite simple, not alot of work involved. Produces a wonderful soup full of flavour! I made this recipe a few weeks ago on a very cold day. As for preperation of the bacon, you can choose to cook it in the stock pot, leaving behind as much fat as possible for flavour, and add back after cooking of the rest of the soup, or do as I've suggested with the microwave. I suggested the microwave because making the bacon cripsy is much easier this way. -- posted by Ambien.

Creamy Tomato Cauliflower Pasta

Sun, 09 Aug 2009 21:49:19 -0400

Califlower cooked in tomato puree with garlic, chilli and cream and mixed with sea shell pasta. -- posted by Chef Nonions

Mango Cake

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 14:17:02 -0400

This is a moist, flourless cake that I am just itching to try. -- posted by katew

Healthy Greek Style Chicken Tacos

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 01:53:19 -0400

Idea I came up with for something quick and healthy that can be mostly prepared in advance. I used a large cooked chicken breast cut-up but would also be a good use for leftover roast chicken. Makes 4 large tacos so I think would be a complete meal for two or a light snack / lunch for four, if using the smaller shells you'll probably be able to fill six of them. I listed a gherkin because that's what I used but you could also use a small handful of diced cucumber. Because it's served slightly chilled I think this would make a nice and quick summer meal at the end of a hot day. You could also use a low-fat Greek yoghurt and/or omit the feta. There is not a lot of sweetness in the recipe so I couldn't really say it was a kid pleaser, more of a slightly sharp taste from the salty and sour ingredients. -- posted by Peter J

Dark "n" Stormy

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:46:45 -0400

This is for those that enjoy ginger. Using ginger beer a non alcoholic carbonated soft drink. Not the same as ginger ale. And dark rum is a must. -- posted by ~Rita~

Teriyaki Chicken and Avocado Salad With a Fresh Papaya Dressing

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:06:29 -0400

This is one of our all time favourites. From The Hyatt Hotel. Time does not include 4 hours marinating time. -- posted by Wendys Kitchen

Ultimate White Chocolate Passionfruit Mudcake

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:58:26 -0400

This mudcake is absolutely divine - a gooey and decadent dessert which has been served many times and always to rave reviews - and often a request for the recipe! The passion fruit adds a different dimension to the cake which enhances the flavour without taking away from the white chocolate taste. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do! -- posted by Kristie.NZ

Prawn Potato Cakes

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:46:38 -0400

Have tried this recipe many times in various forms. This is the first one that has worked out. If you don't like seafood, you can replace it with some ground chicken or pork, throw in different veggies etc. I will continue to play with variations of this. This is SO fast and easy for a quick dinner -- posted by Kitchen Klutz

Labna-Stuffed Zucchini Flowers

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 05:39:33 -0500

From "The Sydney Morning Herald" 10 Nov 09. -- posted by Coasty

Peach Freeze

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 16:41:27 -0500

This recipe is from the side of a large can of SPC Peach Halves in natural fruit juice. The can is 825g (roughly 30 ounces) and the fruit content is labelled at being at least 59% of the can. The original recipe had 2 tablespoons of sugar....but I dont think it's necessary with lovely sweet fruit. Cook time does not include freezing time -- posted by **Jubes**

Chocolate Wattleseed Mousse With Wattleseed Cream

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 02:36:57 -0500

wattleseed and chocolate flavoured mousse. Wattleseed is a native Australian seed from the acacia tree. It has a coffee-like aroma and blends well with chocolate. This really is an easy recipe. This recipe does contain raw eggs. Prep time does not include refrigeration time -- posted by **Jubes**

Kangaroo Tail Soup

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 04:51:15 -0500

soupsong.com/Serve hot as a meal , with crusty bread, salad, and red wine, while the cold wind beats against the door. See how to make potato dumplings at the bottom of the instructions. If kangaroo tail not available, and as in my case, probably not, replace with oxtail. If you want to get rid of the fat refrigerate until you can scoop all the fat off the top easily and discard or place a slice of bread on the top of the soup to soak off the fat. -- posted by littlemafia

Barbecue /Bbq Mushroom and Green Bean Salad

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 09:45:47 -0500

This salad serves 8 as a side dish & is delish! It tastes of earthy goodness. The photo you see is of half the recipe + extra spinach. I prepared the mushrooms in a frying pan for convenience' sake and served the salad with a baked potato. Next time, I think we'll add some garlic to the marinade. -- posted by Rhiannon&Matt.gauci