A rich Asian dish of noodles or rice that's ready in 20 minutes - a wholesome midweek family supper

Marinate slices of lean beef steak then pan-fry with chunks of red pepper and a savoury sauce in this classic Chinese dish

Marinate a cheaper cut like rump steak to tenderise the meat then stir fry with vegetables and rich Chinese flavours

Stir-fry strips of aubergine and red pepper with garlic and ginger for an Asian-style supper in just half and hour - serve over rice or noodles

A convenient and tasty beef dish that can serve, two, four or more

Drizzle apple and horseradish dressing over oysters for a sophisticated seafood starter to share. Serve on a bed of ice or rock salt with sprigs of dill

John Torode's speedy side makes the most of Oriental cabbage, served with fragrant spices

Thin strips of sirloin steak coated in sticky oyster sauce make an impressive topping for this dish of egg noodles in a fragrant broth

A great side dish for a DIY Chinese take-away, or an filling quick meal.

Tender duck breasts with the simplest Chinese accompaniment - bok choi and oyster sauce. Just four ingredients too

Pep up your barbecue with these wonderfully meaty molluscs, bubbling in a smoky spiced garlic butter. Use large green-shelled mussels instead, if you like

A simple yet impressive nibble that gives a contemporary edge to party food

Liven up a side dish of broccoli with this simple Chinese dish, full of vitamin C

Bring the heat with our simple oyster starter. Top your seafood with fresh ginger, chilli and a squeeze of lime for a fiery pre-dinner treat

Serve up a fresh batch of oysters topped with capers, dill and zingy lemon juice for a light dish everyone will enjoy. Try it as a special seafood starter

Serve up these delectable Mediterranean-style oysters with a dash of vermouth and celery for a fresh, impressive-looking starter at your next dinner party

Try our take on oysters by adding fresh pomegranate seeds, a zesty squeeze of lime and sweet pomegranate molasses. They make an eye-catching starter

Top your seafood starter with preserved lemon, bitters and orange juice for a citrus-spiked oyster feast. No one could resist these sophisticated bites

Milder and sweeter than grapefuit, pomelo is a citrus fruit that pairs beautifully with rock oysters in this stylish dinner party starter or canapé

John Torode's seafood dish with a kick makes a spicy addition to a Chinese-style banquet

Bring alive this stir-fry side with oyster sauce

This low-fat, low-calorie version of your favourite stir-fried takeaway will be ready in 20 minutes and is packed with prawns and plenty of flavour

A no fuss shopping list and super-quick to prepare, the perfect after work meal

Once you've mastered this basic loaf, the bread-making world's your oyster

Fire up your wok to make this speedy Chinese beef with mangetout and cashew nuts. A tasty dish for the whole family, it takes just 15 minutes to make

A quick way to liven up salmon fillets, with stir-fried veg and the classic trio of garlic, chilli and ginger

Pack in the veg with this healthy chicken fried rice, which uses everyday foods you'll find in the fridge for a quick and easy family supper

Serve this classic side dish as part of a Chinese meal using Asian green vegetables such as pak choi, choy sum or tatsoi

Mix up your midweek menu with these Asian-style burgers, made from pork mince and flavoured with oyster sauce, ginger and lime

These easy, healthy garlic green beans make a great accompaniment to a Chinese feast, and they're made with just 4 ingredients in 15 minutes