Soups & Stews

  • Malaysian Chicken Laksa in a Slowcooker or Regular Pot

    Malaysian Chicken Laksa

    Woooowie this was a great little soup! If you’re after a comforting, flavour-packed soup that basically cooks itself—Malaysian Chicken Laksa is your answer. I made this for friends the other night when I had a busy day and not a lot of hands-on cooking time, and wow… it absolutely delivered. A spicy, rich coconut broth, tender shredded chicken, and all those fresh toppings? It’s the kind of meal that feels like a hug in a bowl. This is a slow cooker laksa recipe, which means minimal effort with maximum reward (but I also added the instructions for if you don’t…

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  • Classic Moroccan Harira

    Back when I was a Soup Sister selling soups at markets and events – together with the ever lovely @nienke.vanderwal – this soup was on repeat quite often. Rain or shine, this bowl is comforting, warming, nutritious and most importantly super yummy. Oh, and easy to make! So in the…

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  • Indonesian Soto Ayam

    This Indonesian chicken soup is my ultimate comfort food. It might take a bit of time, but it’s a labour of love—and trust me, totally worth every minute. I’ve made it before with homemade chicken stock I had tucked away in the freezer, but this version is built from scratch,…

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  • Grilled Red Pepper Stew, Paprika Prawns and Gremolata Crumb

    This Smoky Prawn & Potato Stew is packed with the warm, sunny flavours of summer, even if it’s still freezing outside. One spoonful of this comforting bowl of goodness, and you’ll forget all about the chilly weather! At the heart of the dish are waxy potatoes, slowly cooked in a…

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  • Roasted Aubergine Soup with Red Pepper, Tomatoes & Herby Lemon Cream Cheese Dollops

    Roasted aubergine soup packed with other veggies is one of my go to recipes when I’m in the mood for a ton of vegetables but I’m also very lazy. The aubergines and vegetables get roasted and then blended with stock, that’s it! Silky, smoky, and full of warmth, it’s a…

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  • One Pot Braised Chicken and Root Vegetable Stew

    One Pot Braised Chicken and Root Vegetable Stew is comfort in a bowl. There’s something undeniably comforting about a pot of slow-braised chicken and hearty root vegetables simmering away on the stove. This dish is rustic, simple, and packed with deep, warming flavors—perfect for chilly evenings or when you just…

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