Quick Meals

Delicious dishes ready in no time

We all have those days when we want something tasty but don’t have hours to spend in the kitchen. That’s where my Quick Meals collection comes in. Simple, satisfying recipes that deliver big flavour in under 30 minutes.


These dishes prove you don’t need a professional kitchen or complicated prep to cook authentic Chinese food. With the right techniques and a hot wok, you can make amazing meals fast. Perfect for weeknights, working-from-home lunches, or when the craving for something homemade hits.

Big on flavour, short on prep

Every recipe here uses fresh, accessible ingredients and clever methods to save time without cutting corners on taste. From wok-fried noodles to saucy rice dishes, these are the kind of meals I make when I want something quick but still crave that authentic Cantonese flavour.


Whether you’re cooking for yourself or feeding the family, you’ll find plenty of inspiration to keep your meals exciting, fast, and full of flavour.

Discover dishes such as:


  • Salt and Pepper Squid – the secret to ultimate crispiness.

  • Sweet and Sour Chicken – tangy, vibrant, and perfectly balanced.

  • Beef Ho Fun – packed with flavour and signature wok aroma.

  • Hong Kong-Style Curry – comforting spice, simplified.

  • Egg Fried Rice – a takeaway staple made better at home.
A bowl of stew with chunks of meat and vegetables on a wooden surface, near a window.

Ready in a flash

Browse below to explore all Quick Meals recipes. Each one is easy to follow, full of Chow With Lau’s signature flavour, and perfect for when you need dinner on the table, fast.

Shrimp with scrambled eggs and yellow peppers in a red bowl, chopsticks on the side.
By MIchael Lau November 1, 2025
Easy King Prawn Egg Foo Yung — quick, healthy, and delicious. My simple recipe for this underrated Chinese omelette with prawns and crunchy veg.
Fried rice topped with a fried egg; knife cutting into the yolk on a floral patterned plate.
By MIchael Lau November 1, 2025
Quick, tasty Egg Fried Rice with bacon and spring onion. My ultimate everyday version — simple, satisfying, and full of flavour.
Beef and potato stew in a bowl with chopsticks on a wooden surface.
By MIchael Lau November 1, 2025
Tender beef and sweet pineapple in a rich, tangy sauce. My easy Chinese-style recipe with fresh pineapple and melt-in-your-mouth beef.
Bowl of glazed shrimp with green onions on a blue plate, close up.
By MIchael Lau November 1, 2025
Quick, easy BBQ king prawns with classic Char Siu flavour. Sweet, smoky, and ready in minutes — the perfect Chinese-style prawn recipe.
Noodles in a clear bowl, chopsticks, and a spoon sit on a wooden cutting board near a window.
By MIchael Lau November 1, 2025
Quick, spicy, and packed with flavour. My easy Szechuan Chilli Garlic Noodles are ready in minutes — fiery, garlicky, and incredibly satisfying.
A bowl of stew with a dark liquid in a kitchen setting.
By Michael Lau October 18, 2025
Tender pork spareribs in rich black bean sauce. My mum’s authentic Dim Sum recipe — simple, tasty, and full of real Cantonese flavour.