The food diary of a time-poor salaryman. Nutrition conscious, and meal prep friendly.

Dried octopus is a powerful weapon for adding umami seafood flavours. Simmer with peanuts, pork and hairy cucumber for a substantial and heart-warming soup.

Glass noodles are an excellent vehicle for delivering the savouriness of dried shrimp and the sweetness of hairy cucumber in this simple but satisfying dish.