Scottish TV chef and restaurateur Jimmy Lee has launched his first cookbook – Jimmy’s Smoking Wok!
Put your takeaway menus away and get your wok on with this smoking hot debut from Chef Jimmy Lee, TikTok’s 60-second stir-fry sensation.
From menu favourites like Chow Mein to Scottish fusion dishes like Haggis Spring Rolls, Jimmy’s Smoking Wok delivers 80 delicious takeaway recipes with quick, easy flair.
Coloured with stories from Jimmy’s life, this collection brings the authentic taste of Cantonese, Sichuan, and British-Chinese classics right to your home kitchen.
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Scottish-born Jimmy has had award-winning success with his Glasgow restaurant Lychee Oriental and its sophisticated Chinese cuisine and dining experience.
He now has three bustling sites, including Salt & Chilli Oriental and Edinburgh’s Leith Woks, situated in the upscale Bonnie & Wild food hall.
Taking his talents to the screen, Jimmy has been a regular face on ITV’s This Morning and STV2’s Live at Five, as well as representing Scotland on BBC’s Great British Menu.
Much loved for his rapid TikTok recipes, Jimmy is known for producing quality Chinese meals in moments – sometimes even having time for a cheeky sip of Irn Bru while he’s at it!
Jimmy Lee is owner of Lychee Oriental in Glasgow and Salt & Chilli Oriental in Edinburgh and Glasgow
Adding a pinch here and a dash there, Jimmy’s recipes are both punchy and uncomplicated.
Delve into his Banquet Dishes, Chef’s Specials, and some of his team’s favourite Staff Meals as you cook your way through his carefully curated menu.
Go sweet with Malaysian Sponge Cake, sour with Suan La Tang, or spicy with Salt Chilli Soft Shell Crab. From stir fries and curries to soups and dumplings, you’ll be amazed by the versatility of the humble wok.
Jimmy Lee said: “As a chef, I have championed and celebrated Chinese food in the West. I believe it is the most diverse and exciting cuisine in the world.
“My new cookbook, Jimmy’s Smoking Wok!, allows cooking enthusiasts to easily prepare Cantonese cuisine in their own kitchens.”
With his infectious smile, boundless energy, and years of cheffing expertise, it’s no wonder Jimmy’s food has been enjoyed by a whole host of famous faces (including Gandalf himself!).
Step inside his aromatic, fast-paced kitchen and learn to recreate Britain’s top takeaway favourites. Ready? Wok on.
Jimmy’s Smoking Wok is released today and copies can be purchased from https://mezepublishing.co.uk/product/jimmys-smoking-wok/.
