Lime Dressing may be prepared in advance and chilled until required. Note

If using bamboo skewers, soak in cold water for 20 minutes before using to stop them burning. Note

Use pulp of 3-4 fresh passionfruit when passionfruit is in season. Note

Replace chicken with prawns or calamari for a delicious seafood salad that can be prepared in a flash. Note

To make large Muffins that overflow and look like large mushrooms, reduce number of Muffins to 6. Place about 1/3 cup measures of mixture in prepared dish and microwave on medium-high (840 watts/70%) for 6 minutes, until just cooked through. Silicon Muffins pans (pictured left) are available from large department stores and speciality homeware stores. […]

These icy sensations from Sarah Bowman are perfect to keep in the freezer for unexpected guests

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. To make roasted ginger carrots, wash and trim 2 bunches of baby carrots. Toss the carrots in a small baking dish with 30g of chopped butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Cut a peeled 5cm piece of fresh ginger lengthways into 10 ribbons using a vegetable peeler; add […]

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. To prepare rice vermicelli, put 150g vermicelli into a large bowl and cover with boiling water. Soak for 5 minutes, then drain and run under cold water. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

You will need about eight to 10 limes for this recipe. Not suitable to freeze. Suitable to microwave. Note

Lime and golden syrup tart

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Uncooked meatballs suitable to freeze. Broccoli suitable to microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Suitable to microwave. Note

Replace lime zest with a finely chopped kaffir lime leaf. Add some sliced mango or rock melon. Note

New Zealand has great avocados and freshly smoked fish is easy to find – combine them on crispy potato cakes for a winner to serve with drinks.

Chicken and citrus are one of the truly great combinations, and this lime-poached chicken is incredibly versatile.

This feisty sauce can also be used as a marinade or dip. It should be at once sharp, pungent, fiery and fresh.

This fish curry is even better if made 2–3 hours ahead, as it develops more flavour: make the coconut gravy, add potatoes and beans, turn off the heat and cover with a lid. Reheat gently, add fish and cook through.

These little morsels are both healthy and delicious. Inspired by the Melbourne Food and Wine festival, fresh baby spinach leaves made an ideal substitute for the betel leaves that were served there.

Perfect for a summer afternoon refreshment. It is floral, fresh, fizzy and delectable.

You could make this tart in a deep 26cm flan pan, if you like. but you’ll need to increase the cooking time to 25-30 minutes. Note

This flourless cake uses almonds and coconut to give it its beautiful texture.

This beautiful blush sunset coloured beverage is perfect to to settle down in the sand with on a hot summer's day.

sugar syrup is simply equal parts sugar and water, heated until the sugar is dissolved, then cooled. Note

If fresh peaches aren’t in season, simply use eight halves of the canned variety. Note

Shave palm sugar with a knife vegetable peeler or grater. Note

Budget tip: To turn into a main course, serve as a side with fish, meat or chicken. Make dip in a 4-cup serving bowl. Note

Key lime pie has the perfect amount of tartness and creaminess with every mouthful . The perfect afternoon treat with a hot cup of tea or coffee.

Serve with lemon wedges instead of lime. You can use 1 tablespoon lemongrass paste instead of stalks. Replace chicken with pork or beef. Note

Find iceblock sticks at craft stores and kitchen shops. Freeze frame: If your moulds don’t have holders for the sticks, cover open end of filled mould with foil, then insert stick through a small opening in the foil; discard foil when iceblock freezes. Use lemon juice instead of lime juice. Adults only: Add a splash […]

Delightfully sweet with the perfect amount of tartness, try this creamy key lime pie recipe for an indulgent dessert. It has extra lime juice and a pinch of zest for that added depth of flavour.

To sterilise jars, wash jars in hot soapy water, rinse well and place upside-down on a wire rack to dry. Preheat oven to 160°C/140°C fan forced; heat clean jars in oven for 30 minutes. Carefully remove from oven; use immediately. Note

You’ll need 8 skewers. To prevent bamboo skewers scorching during cooking, soak them in cold water for 20 minutes before using. To get more juice from a lime, use your palm to roll it back and forth on the kitchen bench before juicing. Buy limes in season, then freeze the juice in ice-cube trays. Store […]

Equal amounts of sugar and fruit must be used to achieve a good gel. Test if jam is ready by placing a teaspoon of it on a cold plate. Touch with your fingertip – if the top wrinkles, the jam is ready to jar. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Suitable to microwave. Note

Add some spice to your life with this enticing, quick seafood dish that packs on the flavour but not the calories.

Remove granita from freezer just before serving. Start scraping at far edge of tray, and work towards you. Note

If you have an ice-cream maker, you can churn the ice-cream in this following the manufacturer’s instructions. Note

If preferred, use lemon zest and juice in place of lime Note

To remove veins from prawns, remove heads and “hook” out the vein (dark spot where head is removed) with the tip of a knife or toothpick – pull gently. Note

Use a mandolin or a blade attachment on the food processor to slice the limes. Note

You can use 250g frozen corn kernels, thawed, in place of fresh. Roast cumin seeds by tossing in a dry frying pan until aromatic-grind in a mortar and pestle. Note

Healthy eating is easy with this Asian-inspired beef salad that�s bursting with fresh Thai flavours. Seared and marinated beef is served on a bed of crisp lettuce and cucumber.

Looking for an easy and delicious mid-week meal that the whole family will love and takes practically no time? Try these tasty beef and bean burritos topped with creamy guacamole.

Roast kumara on an oven tray lined with baking paper. Spray with olive oil and bake in a moderate oven, 180°C, 20-25 minutes, until tender. Note

Chill jelly mixture for 30 minutes before filling moulds, stirring every 10 minutes as it starts to thicken. This will prevent the mixture from separating. Note

You can use light sour cream in place of creme fraiche. Note

People with diabetes must control their intake of sugars and fats. This dessert is made with Weight Watchers’ sugar-free jelly and lite coconut cream.

Lime and coconut are a combination that summon a tropical daydream with these stunning pikelets

‘Milk solids’ sink to the bottom of the melted butter, so don’t stir them. Drain off clear liquid and discard the solids. Rather than waste a can of coconut milk when only a small amount is required, use powdered coconut milk and store the remainder in the cupboard. Note

Loaf is cooked when a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean. Note

Rice paper rolls are best eaten within a few hours of preparing. Note

Remember to slice the beef across the grain, and have it slightly frozen for ease of slicing. Note

The flavour is improved by a good quality fish some-we used Megachef Look for “ca com “on the label, indicating only anchovies were used in the making. The colour should look like tea, fight and very clear. You can probably fit 2 fillets in the steamer basket if using a bamboo steamer. Note

Once syrup starts to turn golden all around edges of pan, remove from heat and swirl gently until colour changes to a medium toffee colour. Be careful not to cook too long or toffee will taste burnt. Note

Light, fresh and invigorating, this soup is best consumed the minute it's ready.

Kiwifruit can’t be used raw in jelly recipes as they contain an enzyme that prevents gelatine setting. Note

Chilling time overnight Cheesecakes may be either baked or unbaked. This one doesn’t need baking because it is set with gelatine. Note

You will need about 9 limes and 4 passionfruit for this recipe. If you don’t have an ice-cream machine for Step 3, pour mixture into a shallow, freezeproof container; freeze until just set. Chop mixture, process until coarsely chopped; add egg white and process until combined. Freeze until partially frozen. Note