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Spicy Pork Kimbap

Spicy gochujang-marinated pork is stir-fried and rolled in seasoned rice and seaweed with lettuce, carrot, cucumber and pickled radish. A double layer of seaweed keeps the hearty rolls intact.

KoreanMain courseDairy-freeEgg-free

Main ingredient: pork

Pairs well with: fish cake soup, pickled radish, tteokbokki, kimchi

HB-16833 · Hand-built original

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Spicy Pork Meatballs in Brothy Tomatoes and Toasted Fennel

Plum-sized pork meatballs seasoned with fennel, smoked paprika, lemon zest and yogurt, browned and then simmered in brothy tomatoes with shallots. Toasted bread, parmesan and herbs finish the rustic Italian pan.

ItalianMain courseServes 4-6382 kcalEgg-freeDiabeticHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: pork

Pairs well with: applesauce, roasted sweet potatoes, coleslaw, cornbread, braised cabbage

HB-15357 · Hand-built original

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Spicy prawn rice with fried egg

King prawns stir-fried with shallot, garlic and red chilli, tossed with cooled basmati rice and a soy, lime, brown sugar and tomato purée dressing, topped with a fried egg.

Main course1 hrServes 1130 kcalDairy-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: prawn

HB-8415 · Hand-built original

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Spicy Roasted Eggplant with Tomatoes and Cilantro

Eggplant halves roasted until soft, their pulp mashed into a spiced mixture of golden onions, ginger, tomatoes, cumin, paprika, coriander and cayenne, finished with cilantro.

IndianSideMakes 6 side-dish servings194 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeDairy-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: eggplant

Pairs well with: Basmati Rice, Naan

HB-8416 · Hand-built original

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Spicy Shrimp Roast

Plump shrimp are coated in a warm, aromatic spice blend with garlic, ginger and chilli, then roasted until just cooked and scattered with fresh herbs.

IndianMain courseServes 4245 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: shrimp

Pairs well with: garlic bread, rice, grits, lemon wedges, col slaw

HB-15362 · Hand-built original

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Spicy Smashed Olive Wrap

A baked sheet of smashed Castelvetrano olives pressed into mozzarella and Parmesan with Calabrian chili paste, cooled into a pliable wrap.

MediterraneanMain course24 minServes 1535 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: cheese

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, olives

HB-12122 · Hand-built original

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Spicy Stir-Fried Pork

Thin-sliced pork belly stir-fries with onion and green onion, then takes on a spicy gochujang and soy seasoning until glossy. The pork's own fat carries the sauce.

KoreanMain courseDairy-freeEgg-free

Main ingredient: pork belly

Pairs well with: steamed rice, lettuce wraps, kimchi, seaweed soup

HB-16834 · Hand-built original

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Spicy Stir-fried Pork Udon

Marinated pork, cabbage, onion, carrot and Cheongyang chili are stir-fried in a gochujang sauce, then tossed with blanched udon noodles. Reserved sauce loosens the noodles at the end for a glossy coat.

KoreanMain courseDairy-freeEgg-free

Main ingredient: pork

Pairs well with: steamed rice, kimchi, seaweed soup, pickled radish

HB-16835 · Hand-built original

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Spicy Stir-fried Smoked Duck

Smoked duck marinates in a deep red gochujang seasoning, then stir-fries with potato, shiitake and carrot in its own fat. It is served over a bed of sesame-seasoned chives that stay raw and bright.

KoreanMain courseDairy-freeEgg-free

Main ingredient: smoked duck

Pairs well with: steamed rice, lettuce wraps, kimchi, pickled radish

HB-17118 · Hand-built original

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Spicy Stir-fried Thai Basil Clams

Littleneck or cherrystone clams are purged in salted water, then stir-fried hot with ginger, garlic, Thai red chillies and Thai basil in an oyster and dark soy sauce.

ThaiMain course1 hr 45 minServes 431 kcalDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: clams

Pairs well with: Jasmine rice

HB-8419 · Hand-built original

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Spicy String Beans with Basil and Roasted Chili Paste

String beans are blistered in a hot wok, then lacquered with roasted chili paste and tossed with onion, bell pepper and plenty of basil. The result is smoky and properly spicy, with the beans keeping a firm, squeaky bite.

ThaiMain course20 minServes 4215 kcalDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: string beans

Pairs well with: jasmine rice, steamed rice, fried tofu

HB-18653 · Hand-built original

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Spicy Thai Chicken Stir Fry

Ground chicken is stir-fried fast in a wok with garlic, birds eye chillies and onion, glazed with a soy, fish sauce and oyster sauce mixture, and finished with scallions and coriander over jasmine rice.

ThaiDinner, Stir Fry15 minServes 3333 kcalDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: chicken

Pairs well with: roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, green beans, caesar salad, garlic bread

HB-8421 · Hand-built original

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Spicy tofu and edamame beans

Browned tofu rectangles seasoned with soy, black rice vinegar and chilli flakes, topped with a quick stir-fry of edamame, red chilli and coriander. The beans pour over the tofu so the plates arrive saucy and hot.

ChineseMain course40 minServes 433 kcalVegetarianVeganDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: tofu

Pairs well with: steamed rice, stir-fried vegetables, miso soup, edamame, pickled cucumber

HB-18306 · Hand-built original

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Spicy Tofu Kimbap

Seaweed rolls filled with a spicy, crumbly stir-fry of tofu, cabbage and egg seasoned with gochugaru and sriracha.

KoreanMain course30 minServes 2506 kcalDairy-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: tofu

Pairs well with: pickled radish, kimchi, seaweed soup, miso soup

HB-16275 · Hand-built original

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Spicy tuna ragú

Rigatoni is tossed through a quick ragù of tinned tuna in olive oil, cherry tomatoes and tomato paste warmed with garlic, curry powder, chilli and chipotle flakes, then softened with parmesan and double cream.

ItalianMain courseServes 4227 kcalEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: tuna

Pairs well with: garlic bread, caprese salad, tiramisu, minestrone

HB-8422 · Hand-built original

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Spicy Tuna Stuffed Cucumber Sushi

Cucumber halves hollowed into boats, filled with sticky rice and a spicy canned tuna mixture with kimchi, Kewpie mayo and green onion, finished with sesame and jalapeño.

AmericanMain course15 min2 servings80 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: tuna

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-10099 · Hand-built original

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Spicy Tuna Sushi Rolls

Chopped tuna folded through chilli mayonnaise, rolled with cucumber for crunch.

JapaneseMain course40 minServes 4734 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: tuna

Pairs well with: miso soup, edamame, seaweed salad

HB-5597 · Hand-built original

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Spicy Turkey Stir-Fry With Crisp Garlic and Ginger

Ground turkey stir-fried with crisped garlic and ginger, lime and fish sauce, served over rice with herbs and fresh chile.

Thai-inspiredMain25 min4 servings260 kcalDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: turkey

HB-4769 · Hand-built original

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Spicy Unstuffed Pasta Shells With Roasted Garlic and Chèvre

The easy weeknight answer to stuffed shells: large pasta shells baked in marinara with roasted garlic, red pepper flakes and dollops of tangy chèvre, broiled until bubbling.

35 minServes 4415 kcalVegetarianVeganDairy-freeEgg-freeLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: pasta

Pairs well with: garlic bread, caesar salad, caprese salad, bruschetta, grilled vegetables

HB-17695 · Hand-built original

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Spicy Wontons

Boiled wontons are draped in a savoury chilli oil sauce built on garlic, Sichuan pepper, five spice and stock powder, loosened with light soy sauce, rice vinegar and hot water.

ChineseMains, Starter15 minServes 1215 kcalDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: chicken

Pairs well with: roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, green beans, caesar salad, garlic bread

HB-8423 · Hand-built original

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Spicy Wontons with Chili Oil

Boiled wontons turned through a black vinegar, soy sauce, and chili oil dressing and finished with sesame seeds.

AsianMain course5 minServes 110 kcalVegetarianVeganDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: wontons

HB-11029 · Hand-built original

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Spinach and coconut dal with pitta and yoghurt

Red lentils simmer with onion, ginger, garlic and medium curry powder in vegetable stock, then finish with coconut milk and wilted spinach, served with toasted pitta and plain yoghurt.

IndianMain course1 hr 30 minMakes 4 portions315 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: vegetable oil

Pairs well with: basmati rice, naan, raita, mango chutney, dal

HB-8425 · Hand-built original

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Spinach and ricotta cake with wild mushrooms, gorgonzola cream and roast squash

A baked spinach and ricotta cake with eggs, parmesan and nutmeg forms the centrepiece, topped with wild mushrooms fried with shallot, thyme and Madeira, roast squash and a warm gorgonzola cream.

ItalianMain course1 hr 30 minServes 6–832 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: spinach

Pairs well with: garlic bread, caprese salad, tiramisu, minestrone

HB-8426 · Hand-built original

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Spinach and Ricotta Cannelloni

Cannelloni tubes filled with a mixture of spinach, ricotta, Parmesan, egg, garlic, and nutmeg, covered with marinara sauce and mozzarella. The source method stops after mixing the filling, so the filling and baking steps are written without an invented bake time.

AmericanMain courseServing: 4 Servings (3 tubes each)641 kcalHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: spinach

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-9160 · Hand-built original

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