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Hearty main dishes inspired by UK restaurants — from Wagamama ramen to Nando’s chicken.

  • Sticky, spicy Wingstop-style chicken wings glazed in a rich, dark red hot sauce, neatly stacked on an orange plate set on a wooden kitchen countertop.
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    Wing Stop Spicy Korean Q Wings

    Recreate Wingstop's addictive Spicy Korean Q Wings at home with this copycat recipe. Crispy fried wings tossed in a sweet, spicy gochujang glaze with sesame and garlic.

    Prep 15 minsCook 45 minsServe 4
  • Wingstop-style Mango Habanero chicken wings coated in a glossy orange glaze with red chili flecks, neatly stacked on an orange plate on a wooden kitchen countertop.
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    Wingstop Mango Habanero Wings

    Wingstop's Mango Habanero Wings copycat - crispy wings glazed in a sweet-heat mango sauce with fiery habanero kick. Tropical, fruity, and seriously spicy!

    Prep 15 minsCook 45 minsServe 4
  • Wingstop-style Hickory Smoked BBQ chicken wings coated in a rich, glossy barbecue glaze, neatly arranged on an orange plate placed on a wooden kitchen countertop.
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    Wingstop Hickory Smoked BBQ Wings

    Wingstop's Hickory Smoked BBQ Wings copycat recipe - crispy wings with deep smoky-sweet BBQ sauce that tastes like they've been smoked for hours.

    5.0 (1)
    Prep 10 minsCook 45 minsServe 4
  • Wingstop Original Hot Wings coated in bright orange buffalo sauce, neatly stacked on an orange plate placed on a wooden kitchen countertop.
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    Wingstop Original Hot Wings

    The ultimate Wingstop copycat recipe - crispy buffalo-style wings tossed in a buttery, tangy hot sauce that's perfectly balanced with heat and flavour.

    5.0 (1)
    Prep 10 minsCook 45 minsServe 4
  • Wingstop-style Hawaiian chicken wings coated in a glossy, sweet and tangy glaze, neatly arranged on an orange plate set on a wooden kitchen countertop.
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    Wingstop Hawaiian Wings

    Make Wingstop's tropical Hawaiian Wings at home - crispy fried wings glazed in a sweet and tangy pineapple-teriyaki sauce that's irresistibly sticky.

    Prep 10 minsCook 45 minsServe 4
  • Wagamama Hot Honey Fried Chicken served on a red plate with pickled vegetables, a side of dipping sauce, and chopsticks on a wooden countertop.
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    Wagamama Hot Honey Yuzu Fried Chicken

    Recreate Wagamama's viral Hot Honey Fried Chicken - Yuzu! Crispy chicken glazed with spicy-sweet hot honey and bright citrus yuzu. Bold, addictive, and surprisingly easy to make at home.

    Prep 20 minsCook 25 minsServe 2
  • Zizzi Calzone Pollo Spinaci served on a green plate, filled with chicken, spinach, and roasted red peppers, accompanied by a small pot of tomato dipping sauce on a wooden kitchen counter.
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    Zizzi Calzone Pollo Spinaci

    Folded pizza filled with chicken, spinach, ricotta, and mozzarella. A lighter calzone packed with protein and flavor.

    Prep 20 minsCook 25 minsServe 2
  • Zizzi Calzone Carne Piccante served on a blue plate, filled with spicy Italian meats, melted cheese, and roasted red peppers, accompanied by a small pot of marinara dipping sauce on a wooden kitchen counter.
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    Zizzi Calzone Carne Piccante

    Spicy folded pizza stuffed with pepperoni, sausage, nduja, and mozzarella. A fiery Italian pocket of meaty, cheesy goodness.

    Prep 20 minsCook 25 minsServe 2
  • Zizzi Roasted Mushroom Risotto served in a green bowl, topped with sautéed mushrooms, shaved Parmesan cheese, and fresh sage leaves on a wooden kitchen counter.
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    Zizzi Roasted Mushroom Risotto

    Creamy risotto with roasted mushrooms and truffle oil. A rich, earthy vegetarian dish that's pure umami comfort.

    Prep 15 minsCook 35 minsServe 2
  • Zizzi Pan-Fried Salmon & Pesto Risotto served in a red bowl, featuring a crispy-skinned salmon fillet on a bed of creamy pesto risotto with courgette, spinach, and a lemon wedge garnish.
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    Zizzi Pan-Fried Salmon & Pesto Risotto

    Crispy salmon fillets over creamy basil pesto risotto. A luxurious Italian dish combining perfectly cooked fish with rich, herb-infused rice.

    Prep 15 minsCook 35 minsServe 2
  • Zizzi Mediterranean Sea Bass served on a black plate with crispy-skinned sea bass, roasted baby potatoes, cherry tomatoes, black olives, courgettes, and artichokes, garnished with a lemon wedge.
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    Zizzi Mediterranean Sea Bass

    Pan-fried sea bass with Mediterranean sauce of tomatoes, capers, olives, and white wine. Light, fresh, and full of flavor.

    Prep 10 minsCook 20 minsServe 2
  • Zizzi Chicken Calabrese served on a black plate, featuring tender chicken breast with spicy Calabrese sausage, roasted peppers, baby potatoes, tomato sauce, and dollops of creamy ricotta.
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    Zizzi Chicken Calabrese

    Spicy penne pasta with chicken, nduja, and mascarpone. A fiery southern Italian dish with creamy richness and bold flavors.

    Prep 10 minsCook 20 minsServe 2
  • Zizzi Chicken Milanese served on a blue plate with golden breaded chicken, roasted baby potatoes, sautéed tenderstem broccoli, and a lemon wedge on a wooden kitchen counter.
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    Zizzi Chicken Milanese

    Crispy breaded chicken breast topped with fresh rocket, cherry tomatoes, and parmesan. A light, elegant Italian classic.

    Prep 20 minsCook 15 minsServe 2
  • Zizzi Beef Brisket & Venison Stufato served on a blue plate, featuring tender chunks of beef brisket and venison in a rich tomato stew, topped with crispy tortilla pieces and fresh herbs.
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    Zizzi Beef Brisket & Venison Stufato

    Rich, slow-cooked Italian stew with tender beef brisket and venison in red wine sauce. Served over creamy polenta for ultimate comfort.

    Prep 30 minsCook 180 minsServe 6
  • Yo! Sushi Shiitake Mushroom Teriyaki Poké Bowl — a vibrant mix of rice, marinated mushrooms, edamame, seaweed, avocado, mango, and sesame seeds, served in a black bowl with chopsticks on a wooden counter.
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    Yo! Sushi Shiitake Mushroom Teriyaki Poke

    Savory teriyaki-glazed shiitake mushrooms over sushi rice with fresh vegetables. A delicious vegetarian poke bowl bursting with umami flavor.

    Prep 15 minsCook 15 minsServe 2
  • Yo! Sushi Sweet Chilli Chicken Rice Bowl — tender chicken pieces glazed in sweet chilli sauce, served over rice with edamame, peppers, shredded cabbage, and a side of dipping sauce in a black bowl with chopsticks on a wooden counter.
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    Yo! Sushi Sweet Chilli Chicken Rice Bowl

    Crispy chicken glazed in sweet chilli sauce over fluffy rice with fresh vegetables. A crowd-pleasing Japanese-fusion bowl with perfect sweet-heat balance.

    Prep 15 minsCook 20 minsServe 2
  • Yo! Sushi King Prawn Poké Bowl — juicy prawns served over sushi rice with avocado, pickled cabbage, crispy onions, and seaweed salad, accompanied by soy dressing in a black bowl with chopsticks on a wooden counter.
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    Yo! Sushi King Prawn Poke Bowl

    Succulent king prawns with sushi rice, fresh vegetables, and zesty sesame-lime dressing. A light, protein-packed Japanese-inspired bowl.

    Prep 20 minsCook 10 minsServe 2
  • Yo! Sushi Salmon Poké Bowl — fresh salmon cubes served over sushi rice with avocado, seaweed salad, spring onions, and soy dressing in a black bowl with chopsticks on a wooden counter.
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    Yo! Sushi Salmon Poke Bowl

    Fresh, vibrant salmon poke bowl with sushi rice, avocado, edamame, and sesame dressing. A delicious, healthy Japanese-inspired meal.

    Prep 20 minsCook 15 minsServe 2
  • Wagamama-style beef donburi served in a black bowl with rice, shredded carrots, greens, sesame seeds, and a halved soft-boiled egg on a wooden countertop with chopsticks beside it.
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    Wagamama Beef Brisket Donburi

    Make Wagamama's melt-in-the-mouth Beef Brisket Donburi at home! Slow-braised beef in aromatic broth over fluffy rice with soft-boiled eggs and fresh greens - the ultimate comfort food bowl.

    Prep 20 minsCook 180 minsServe 4
  • Wagamama-style Shu’s ‘Shiok’ Chicken served in a green bowl with rice, sliced radish, lime, coriander, and colourful vegetables on a wooden countertop with chopsticks beside it.
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    Wagamama Shu's 'Shiok' Chicken

    Make Wagamama's incredible Shu's 'Shiok' Chicken at home! Tender chicken in a fragrant coconut curry broth with udon noodles and fresh vegetables - bold Malaysian-inspired flavours in one bowl.

    Prep 15 minsCook 25 minsServe 2
  • Wagamama-style pulled shiitake donburi served in a black bowl with rice, kimchi, edamame, and shredded vegetables on a wooden countertop with chopsticks beside it.
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    Wagamama Pulled Shiitake Donburi

    Make Wagamama's incredible vegan Pulled Shiitake Donburi at home! Sticky, glazed mushrooms with fresh vegetables over fluffy rice - plant-based Japanese comfort food at its finest.

    Prep 15 minsCook 20 minsServe 2
  • Wagamama-style duck donburi with shredded duck, rice, and fresh vegetables served in a black bowl on a wooden countertop with chopsticks beside it.
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    Wagamama Grilled Duck Donburi

    Make Wagamama's legendary Grilled Duck Donburi at home with this authentic copycat recipe. Tender duck breast, sticky sweet glaze, fresh vegetables over fluffy Japanese rice - restaurant quality made easy!

    Prep 20 minsCook 25 minsServe 2
  • A golden toasted ham and cheese sandwich cut into triangles and stacked on a blue plate, set on a wooden table with warm, natural lighting.
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    Costa Ham and Cheese Topped Toastie

    Recreate Costa's Ham and Cheese Topped Toastie at home with this easy copycat recipe. Crispy toasted bread with ham, melted cheddar, and a golden cheese crust on top!

    5.0 (1)
    Prep 5 minsCook 10 minsServe 2
  • A freshly baked Domino’s-style pepperoni pizza on a white plate set on a wooden table, topped with melted cheese, golden crust, and evenly spaced spicy pepperoni slices.
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    Domino's Pepperoni Passion Pizza

    Make Domino's Pepperoni Passion pizza at home with this authentic copycat recipe. Double pepperoni, double cheese, crispy base - the ultimate pepperoni pizza loaded with flavor!

    Prep 20 minsCook 15 minsServe 4
  • A white plate of crispy golden KFC-style fried chicken on a wooden table, showing crunchy, seasoned coating and juicy texture on each drumstick and thigh.
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    KFC Original Recipe Chicken

    Make Colonel Sanders' legendary KFC Original Recipe Chicken at home with this authentic copycat recipe featuring the secret 11 herbs and spices. Crispy, juicy, pressure-fried perfection!

    Prep 30 minsCook 25 minsServe 8
  • A crispy homemade KFC Zinger Burger sits on a green plate atop a wooden table, with golden fried chicken, melted cheese, fresh lettuce, and mayonnaise in a sesame seed bun.
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    KFC Zinger Burger

    Make the legendary KFC Zinger Burger at home with this spicy copycat recipe. Crispy buttermilk fried chicken with a fiery coating, creamy mayo, and fresh lettuce in a soft bun - better than the original!

    Prep 25 minsCook 20 minsServe 4
  • A homemade Big Mac burger sits on a blue plate atop a wooden table, showing two beef patties layered with melted cheese, shredded lettuce, pickles, and creamy special sauce in a sesame seed bun.
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    McDonald's Big Mac

    Make the iconic McDonald's Big Mac at home with this authentic copycat recipe. Two beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, and onions on a sesame seed bun - just like the original!

    Prep 20 minsCook 10 minsServe 4
  • A homemade sausage and egg McMuffin sits on a bright red plate atop a wooden table. The sandwich features a toasted English muffin, melted cheese, fried egg, and a golden-brown sausage patty, with other similar breakfast sandwiches blurred in the background.
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    McDonald's Sausage & Egg McMuffin

    Recreate the iconic McDonald's Sausage & Egg McMuffin at home with this easy breakfast recipe. Perfectly toasted English muffin, savory sausage patty, fluffy egg, and melted cheese - ready in just 15 minutes.

    Prep 10 minsCook 15 minsServe 4
  • Four pieces of spicy Nando’s-style Peri-Peri chicken on a white plate set on a wooden table, showing chargrilled edges and glistening peri-peri sauce.
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    Nando's Peri Peri Chicken

    Make Nando's legendary Peri Peri Chicken at home with this authentic Portuguese-African copycat recipe. Flame-grilled spicy chicken marinated in homemade peri peri sauce - better than the restaurant!

    5.0 (1)
    Prep 20 minsCook 45 minsServe 4
  • A white plate on a wooden tabletop filled with yellow spiced rice, tenderstem broccoli, golden cauliflower, creamy yogurt topped with sunflower seeds, and colourful cabbage slaw.
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    Nando's Spicy Rice Bowl

    Recreate Nando's famous spicy rice at home with this vibrant, flavor-packed side dish. Fluffy rice infused with peri-peri spices, peppers, and fresh herbs - the perfect accompaniment to any meal.

    4.0 (1)
    Prep 10 minsCook 25 minsServe 4
  • A freshly baked PizzaExpress American Hot pizza on a white plate over a wooden tabletop, topped with melted mozzarella, spicy pepperoni, jalapeños, and tomato sauce with a golden crisp crust.
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    Pizza Express American Hot

    Recreate Pizza Express's legendary American Hot pizza at home. A fiery combination of pepperoni, jalapeños, and mozzarella on a crispy base with that signature spicy kick.

    Prep 20 minsCook 12 minsServe 2
  • A colourful Pret-style humous and falafel mezze salad in a green bowl, featuring sweet potato falafel, creamy humous, brown rice with red quinoa, pickled carrots and cabbage, cucumber, pomegranate seeds, herbs, and a lemon wedge on a green background.
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    Pret A Manger Humous & Falafel Mezze Salad

    A Pret-style mezze salad with sweet-potato falafel, creamy humous, dressed brown rice & red quinoa, pickled cabbage and carrot, fresh herbs, cucumber and pomegranate—finished with a bright French-style dressing.

    Prep 20 minsCook 25 minsServe 1
  • A golden-brown Pret-style tuna melt toastie, sliced in half and stacked on a wooden board, showing creamy tuna and melted cheddar filling, set against a green background.
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    Pret A Manger Tuna Melt Toastie

    A creamy, cheesy Pret-style Tuna Melt Toastie made with tangy tuna mayo, mature cheddar, and hearty malted bread — toasted until golden, gooey, and café-perfect.

    Prep 10 minsCook 6 minsServe 2
  • Chicken katsu curry with rice, curry sauce and salad on a blue plate.
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    Wagamama Chicken Katsu Curry

    Crispy breaded chicken served with a rich Japanese-style curry sauce over fluffy rice — a true Wagamama favourite, recreated at home in this easy copycat recipe.

    Prep 15 minsCook 30 minsServe 2
  • Chilli chicken ramen bowl with grilled chicken, noodles, chilli, coriander and lime.
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    Wagamama Chilli Chicken Ramen

    A spicy, warming bowl of ramen inspired by Wagamama’s famous Chilli Chicken Ramen. This fakeaway version brings together tender chicken, a rich chilli broth, noodles, and fresh toppings — perfect for recreating your f…

    Prep 15 minsCook 25 minsServe 2
  • Wagamama chicken firecracker curry served with white rice, lime wedge, and vegetables.
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    Wagamama Chicken Firecracker Curry

    A fiery chicken curry inspired by Wagamama’s Firecracker — hot, sweet, and savoury with peppers, onions, and fresh chilli.

    Prep 10 minsCook 20 minsServe 2
  • Kare Burosu Ramen with udon noodles, crispy tofu, mushrooms and chilli.
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    Wagamama Kare Burosu Ramen

    A comforting Japanese-inspired vegan ramen with curried broth, udon noodles, and chargrilled vegetables, inspired by Wagamama’s Kare Burosu.

    Prep 15 minsCook 25 minsServe 2
  • A bowl of Chicken Teriyaki Donburi with sliced glazed chicken thighs topped with sesame seeds and spring onions, served over white rice with shredded carrot and fresh greens.
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    Wagamama Chicken Teriyaki Donburi

    A Wagamama-inspired chicken teriyaki rice bowl with juicy glazed chicken thighs, fluffy rice, and fresh vegetables topped with sesame seeds.

    5.0 (1)
    Prep 15 minsCook 20 minsServe 2
  • A black bowl of Wagamama-style Yaki Udon stir-fry with prawns, chicken, peppers, cabbage, bean sprouts, and sesame seeds, served with chopsticks.
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    Wagamama Yaki Udon

    A savoury Japanese stir-fry with thick udon noodles, tender chicken and prawns, and crunchy vegetables tossed in a rich soy-based sauce. A perfect Wagamama copycat recipe.

    Prep 15 minsCook 10 minsServe 2
  • Homemade Wagamama Yasai Katsu Curry with breaded aubergine slices, curry sauce, rice, and salad leaves
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    Wagamama Style Yasai Katsu Curry

    Recreate Wagamama’s Yasai Katsu Curry at home – crispy breaded vegetables with smooth Japanese curry sauce. A healthier, cheaper fakeaway recipe you’ll make again and again.

    5.0 (1)
    Prep 20 minsCook 25 minsServe 4

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