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Hetty Lui McKinnon

Hetty Lui McKinnon is an award-winning food writer with a passion for vegetables and cooking. Her six best-selling cookbooks include her latest, "Linger," the acclaimed "Tenderheart" and "To Asia, With Love." Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, she now resides in Brooklyn, N.Y.

Recipes by Hetty Lui McKinnon

186 recipes

  • Eggplant Involtini With Fresh Tomato Sauce

    Eggplant Involtini With Fresh Tomato Sauce

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    40 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Golden Tofu Noodle Bowl

    Golden Tofu Noodle Bowl

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    140 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    140

    40 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Cheesy Carrot and Lentil Loaf

    Cheesy Carrot and Lentil Loaf

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    91 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    91

    1 hour 10 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Cold Sesame Noodles With Smashed Cucumbers

    Cold Sesame Noodles With Smashed Cucumbers

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    68 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    68

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Crunchy Peanut Noodle Slaw

    Crunchy Peanut Noodle Slaw

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    283 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    283

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Kimchi-Pickled Zucchini and Tomatoes

    Kimchi-Pickled Zucchini and Tomatoes

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    191 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    191

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Chile Oil Dumplings With Noodles

    Chile Oil Dumplings With Noodles

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    54 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    54

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Jalapeño Cheddar Zucchini Bread

    Jalapeño Cheddar Zucchini Bread

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    359 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    359

    1 hour 10 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Chile Tofu

    Chile Tofu

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1111 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,111

    35 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Yuzu-Miso Glazed Asparagus Tart

    Yuzu-Miso Glazed Asparagus Tart

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    196 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    196

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Gnocchi and Peas With Whipped Feta

    Gnocchi and Peas With Whipped Feta

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    734 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    734

    35 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Laksa Noodle Salad

    Laksa Noodle Salad

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    256 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    256

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Roasted Cauliflower and Lentil Salad

    Roasted Cauliflower and Lentil Salad

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    435 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    435

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Pasta e Ceci Salad

    Pasta e Ceci Salad

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    464 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    464

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Stir-Fried Rice Cakes

    Stir-Fried Rice Cakes

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    23 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    23

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Mushroom Manti With Garlic Yogurt and Tomato Sauce

    Mushroom Manti With Garlic Yogurt and Tomato Sauce

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    122 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    122

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Stir-Fried Salt and Pepper Dumplings

    Stir-Fried Salt and Pepper Dumplings

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1121 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,121

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Roasted Squash and Split Pea Stew

    Roasted Squash and Split Pea Stew

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    135 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    135

    1 hour 10 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Chickpeas al Limone With Burrata

    Chickpeas al Limone With Burrata

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    3243 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    3,243

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Tofu and Sweet Potato Peanut Butter Curry

    Tofu and Sweet Potato Peanut Butter Curry

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    2534 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    2,534

    35 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Tofu Scramble With Black Beans and Corn

    Tofu Scramble With Black Beans and Corn

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    464 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    464

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Tomato Lentil Stew With Crispy Potato

    Tomato Lentil Stew With Crispy Potato

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1237 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,237

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Buttery Gochujang Tofu and Broccoli 

    Buttery Gochujang Tofu and Broccoli 

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1346 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,346

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Soy Sauce and Brown Butter Brussels Sprouts Pasta

    Soy Sauce and Brown Butter Brussels Sprouts Pasta

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    879 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    879

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Butternut Squash Soup Pot Pie

    Butternut Squash Soup Pot Pie

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    585 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    585

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Crustless Zucchini and Feta Quiche

    Crustless Zucchini and Feta Quiche

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    880 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    880

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Coconut Creamed Corn

    Coconut Creamed Corn

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    44 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    44

    35 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Shira-ae (Smashed Tofu Salad With Green Beans)

    Shira-ae (Smashed Tofu Salad With Green Beans)

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    40 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    40

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Basil Tofu

    Basil Tofu

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    907 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    907

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Preserved Lemon Pasta

    Preserved Lemon Pasta

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    456 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    456

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Vegan al Pastor Tacos

    Vegan al Pastor Tacos

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    258 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    258

    35 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Broccoli Rice With Eggs

    Broccoli Rice With Eggs

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    451 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    451

    40 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Tomato and Egg Noodles

    Tomato and Egg Noodles

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    153 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    153

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Bibimbap-Style Soba Noodle Salad

    Bibimbap-Style Soba Noodle Salad

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    104 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    104

    35 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Coronation Cauliflower and Chickpeas

    Coronation Cauliflower and Chickpeas

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    606 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    606

    50 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Turnips With Whipped Pistachio Feta

    Turnips With Whipped Pistachio Feta

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    148 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    148

    35 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Dan Dan Noodle Salad

    Dan Dan Noodle Salad

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    2265 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    2,265

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spiced Chickpea and Lentil Salad

    Spiced Chickpea and Lentil Salad

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    309 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    309

    50 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Roasted Carrots With Mole Encacahuatado

    Roasted Carrots With Mole Encacahuatado

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    71 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    71

    55 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Miso Eggplant Salad With Chickpeas

    Miso Eggplant Salad With Chickpeas

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    277 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    277

    35 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Sheet-Pan Ravioli With Burst Tomatoes

    Sheet-Pan Ravioli With Burst Tomatoes

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1681 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,681

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Tomato and Burrata Salad With Chile Crisp

    Tomato and Burrata Salad With Chile Crisp

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    269 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    269

    15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Zucchini Butter Pasta 

    Zucchini Butter Pasta 

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1648 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,648

    40 minutes 

    or to save this recipe.

  • Vegetarian Tomato Mapo Tofu

    Vegetarian Tomato Mapo Tofu

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    420 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    420

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Fresh Corn and Black Bean Salad With Corn Chips

    Fresh Corn and Black Bean Salad With Corn Chips

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    4758 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    4,758

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Mango Soft Serve

    Mango Soft Serve

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    2026 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    2,026

    10 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Roasted Pepper, White Bean and Mozzarella Salad

    Roasted Pepper, White Bean and Mozzarella Salad

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1051 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,051

    10 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Potato Salad With Pickles

    Potato Salad With Pickles

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    232 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    232

    35 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

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