Global flavours with an Aussie twist: The best fusion recipes to try

We’re known for giving other cuisines a uniquely Australian makeover. From Spanish seafood to Italian pasta and a classic British fish and chips, these recipes use local ingredients and bold flavours to make your meals sing.

Get ready to tuck in to Will Cowper’s agnolotti at home. Picture: Nikki To

Australians love an Italian pasta, a Thai green curry or a beautiful seafood recipe inspired by the Spanish coast. But our homegrown ingredients lend themselves to putting a little twist on these beloved recipes. This collection of recipes celebrates global flavours through the Australian lens. From David Herbert’s lamb chops to chef Jeff Workman’s innovative pasta dish that marries Italian tradition with local Australian ingredients, there’s something here for everyone.

Use these 8 recipes to inspire your cooking for the week ahead.

8 international recipes - with an Aussie twist

Jimmy Barnes Thai chicken green curry

Jane’s homemade paste is key to the recipe, seen in Where The River Bends.

For Australian singer Jimmy Barnes, nothing beats the soothing comfort of Thai food. As he shares his take on this classic, you’ll find that even in the most intense moments, a bowl of his Thai chicken green curry is the perfect way to relax and unwind.

Get the recipe for Jimmy Barnes Thai chicken green curry.

An Aussie Spin on Rick Stein’s Spain

Basque Country john dory fillet with pipis, peas, broad beans and asparagus at Bannisters, Port Stephens. Picture David Griffen

This adaptation of Rick Stein’s Spanish dish incorporates local Australian ingredients, offering a unique fusion of Spanish flavours with Australian produce.

Get the recipe for Mitchell Turner’s John Dory fillet with pipis, peas, broad beans and asparagus.

Spigarello casarecce with pangrattato

Workman’s casarecce is simple to look at, but bold to taste.

Chef Jeff Workman presents a pasta dish that combines traditional Italian techniques with Australian ingredients, resulting in a distinctive culinary experience.

Get the recipe for Jeff Workman’s Spigarello casarecce with pangrattato.

Agnolotti with Braised Brisket, Mushrooms, Cavolo Nero, and Gremolata

Get ready to tuck in to Will Cowper’s agnolotti at home. Picture: Nikki To

Chef Will Cowper of OTTO Brisbane offers a filled pasta dish that blends Italian traditions with Australian flavours, showcasing a harmonious fusion of cuisines.

Get the recipe for Will Cowper’s Agnolotti with braised brisket, Mushrooms, Cavolo Nero, and Gremolata.

Top Chops: Spicy Twist on Spring Lamb Chops

Lamb chops by David herbert. Pic: Guy Bailey

David Herbert provides a recipe that adds a spicy twist to traditional spring lamb chops, incorporating Australian flavours into a classic dish. Get the recipe for David Herbert’s spicy lamb chops.

Flathead Fillets in Beer Batter

Fish and chips at Woy Woy Fisherman’s Wharf on the Central Coast, NSW.

This recipe offers a quintessential Australian take on fish and chips, using local flathead fillets and beer batter for a crispy finish. Get the recipe for Necia Wildens fish and chips.

Aussie Day Barbie with Source

Chef Philip Whitmarsh.

Top chefs from around Australia share their favourite barbecue recipes, showcasing their home state’s top produce and adding unique twists to traditional dishes.

Prepare the ultimate barbecue menu based on the produce these top chef’s home state.

Chef Jordan Toft’s Holiday Menu

Chef Jordan Toft creates a holiday menu that’s hard to beat.

Drawing on memories of family festivities on the NSW coast, Chef Jordan Toft creates a holiday menu that blends traditional dishes with Australian coastal flavours.

Get the recipe Jordan Toft’s festive feast.

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­Want more inspiration? Check out these comforting recipes perfect for autumn. Ready to create something delicious? Visit theaustralian.com.au/life/food-drink for more recipes that celebrate autumn’s rich flavours.