Temari Sushi – 手鞠寿司
Give those fancy looking sushi rolls a miss and try your hands at these adorable round shaped sushi instead!
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Luo Han Zhai – 罗汉斋
Using chinese cabbage, carrots, mushrooms, and a whole lot more, there is a contrast in texture when you mix the vegetables, beancurd, and tofu puff all together!
Five Spice Calamari with Wasabi Mayo – 芥末鱿鱼圈
Wasabi mayo typically goes with prawns. BUT this time round we decided to pair it with one of our FAVOURITE BEER FOODS – Calamari!
Other than the usual salt and pepper, we added five spice powder to the batter which imparts a more sophisticated flavour to the dish.
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MAGGI® Sambal Tahu Goreng
What’s your must-have ingredient in Sambal Goreng Tahu? We can’t decide between the crunchy long beans or crispy tahus 🤤 Using MAGGI® Sambal Tumis Paste, anyone can satisfy their Sambal Goreng craving in no time! Pro-tip: Microwave cubed potatoes to quicken the cooking process. Click to rate this recipe!
Kaya Soft Bread – 咖椰面包
Whether you’re new to making breads or a master, this Kaya Soft Bread recipe will surprise you with its ease! Of course, there’ll be waiting but once you see how soft and stringy they turn out – you’ll be happy waiting. With a stand mixer (we love this slick, sexy Smeg Stand Mixer in Slate […]
Air Fryer Roasted Duck Leg – 空气炸锅烧鸭腿
Isn’t the air fryer the best invention ever? We’ve made snacks to full meals in an air fryer. But we think this might just top everything – a kopitiam classic, this Roast Duck Leg recipe gives you the crisp and tenderness of your favourite Roast Duck stall. With everyday and easy-to-get Lee Kum Kee sauces, […]
MAGGI® Sambal Popcorn Chicken
If you love the spicy chicken at KFC, you MUST try this recipe of Sambal Popcorn Chicken. Think of the best sambal nasi goreng you’ve had but instead of rice, it’s juicy chunks of boneless chicken. MAGGI® Sambal Tumis Paste turns a 1-hour prep time to less than 10 minutes, right before you try to […]
MAGGI® Sambal Fried Rice
Back at it with <10min meals! This time using MAGGI® Sambal Tumis Paste and just one pan, whipping up Sambal Fried Rice for lunch has never been easier. There are so many hacks to frying rice; our favourite is to use overnight rice and it’ll soak up all the flavours in the pan… DELICIOUS. Click […]
Blue Pea Nasi Lemak – 蓝花椰浆饭
A definite crowd pleaser, this beautiful Blue Pea Nasi Lemak will have you wanting more! This Nasi Lemak recipe uses luscious pandan and coconut infused basmati rice as a base for crispy chicken wings, sambal lady’s finger and not forgetting the classics, sunny side up and fried ikan bilis. Learn a new way to marinate […]
Peranakan Buah Keluak – 娘惹黑果焖鸡
Every Peranakan Mama will have their own rendition of this classic Nyonya dish! Ayam Buah Keluak is a decadent mixed of spices and of course, the keluak nut. Our recipe teaches you a versatile buah keluak gravy base and a delicious trick to get the most out of this nut. Psst, we use minced prawn […]
Three Cup Chicken with Essence of Chicken – 三杯鸡
Bet you have heard of 三杯鸡 (Taiwan 3 Cup Chicken) but have you heard of one that improves your cognitive function and memory? Presenting you this 三杯鸡 with Kinohimitsu Essence of Chicken. This recipe is not your typical braised chicken – these chicken cubes are seasoned with Kinohimitsu Essence of Chicken giving them a rich […]
Beef Hor Fun – 牛肉河粉
Who hates cleaning up? 🤚🤚🤚Us too! But to make good food, it all starts with a clean pan. Using Mama Royal Natural Dishwashing Liquid, we washed with our bare hands (no gloves needed) and wiped the pan clean! It’s suitable for sensitive skin and doesn’t irritate our hands. Psst, it’s also made using bio-degradable and […]
Braised Soy Sauce Pork Ribs with Dried Chillis – 气压锅中式排骨
A pressure cooker or an Instant Pot will cut your cooking time significantly but the good ol’ heavy pot works wonders too. This fall-off-the-bone recipe ticks all the boxes for braised pork ribs – the rich black sauce is sweet, sticky and slightly spicy and the pork ribs are charred, smokey and full of flavour. […]
Prawn and Avocado Tostadas – 烤虾鳄梨饼
It’s so difficult to find good tortillas, let alone tostadas! This recipe shows you a hack to get your Mexican flatbread cravings satisfied easily. Hint: it’s store bought and surely at your nearest Asian supermarket. Everybody’s guacamole is unique – this mashed goodness is a good base to get creative with. Topped with fresh salsa […]
Sambal Sotong – 叁巴苏东
You won’t believe how quickly we got this cooked! From prep to finish, all under 15 mins. This recipe is hot and spicy, great for the chilli-lovers. A little twist to the regular sambal sotong from the hawker centre bbq stalls, this sambal sotong balances the chillis’ heat and pungent flavours of belachan with sweet […]
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7 Recipes with 8 Ingredients or Less to Minimise Grocery Trips
Quick and Easy Recipes With the recent spike in community cases, it probably means less dining out at your favorite restaurant or coffee shop, but more time to cook at home instead! Now, you may be dreading that long and daunting grocery list that awaits you, but here’s some good news: we’ve put together 7 […]
6 Dishes You Can Cook Up In Less Than 15 Mins
Quick Meals With MAGGI® Decked in its iconic red and yellow packaging, MAGGI® is a household brand. Just scan your kitchen, you’d definitely find a product or two! From instant noodles to sauces to pre-mixes, there are infinite ways to use MAGGI®. Here are 6 quick and easy dishes that will have you rethinking what […]
7 Korean Recipes, As Seen On K-Dramas Like The King: Eternal Monarch, Squid Game and Parasite
Easy Korean Recipes Whether you’re on Netflix or Viu, there are so many Kdramas to choose from for your next binge. Apart from entertainment, however, Kdramas are also amazing at exposing us to Korean food and culture. If you’re feeling inspired to whip up some Korean dishes after binge-watching your favourite Kdrama (Squid Game, […]
A Gen Z Ang-Moh-Pai’s Take on Mid-Autumn Festival
Header image adapted from (Source: Visit Singapore) Celebrating traditions and heritage Although I’m Teochew, I find that I rarely introduce myself as one whenever I greet someone. Additionally, my parents and grandparents like to remark that I’m an ang moh pai (a Westernised Chinese). I really can’t blame them — I don’t speak the language, […]
7 Mooncake Flavours To Add To Your Must-Try List
Header image adapted from InterContinental Singapore, Awfully Chocolate, Goodwood Park Hotel and Four Seasons Hotel Singapore Interesting Mooncakes in Singapore If you look up into the sky over the next few nights, you’ll realise the moon is shining the brightest it will ever be throughout the year. You know what that means… The Mid-Autumn Festival […]
7 Peranakan Recipes to Impress Your Grandma
Nyonya dishes and desserts It’s no secret that the decadent dishes of the Peranakan cuisine are notoriously difficult to prepare. They are infamous for taking hours to prep and cook. These days, you’ll hardly find anyone casually cooking them at home — it’s always a restaurant affair. Since dining out is out and eating […]
6 Easy Prawn Dishes To Make At Home, Including Salted Egg Prawns in 30 Mins
Prawn Recipes 2021 The past few weeks have been a crazy rollercoaster of uncertainty in Singapore. Between looming cases and the possibility of CB 2.0, it has been a great reminder to cherish our loved ones and appreciate what we have everyday! That said, with so many things shaking up, it’s nice to […]
9 Homecook-Approved Ways to Cook Fish, Including Cod Fish and Salmon
Easy Fish Recipes Fish is among the healthiest meats on the planet. It is packed with good stuff like protein, vitamin D and omega-3 fatty-acids. In the midst of the pandemic, a healthy diet is more important than ever and we are here to help! While perhaps we’re all familiar with our usual steamed […]
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Red Glutinous Rice Wine Chicken Mee Sua – 红糟鸡面线
Confinement, a common practice in Asia, is a period of time for women to recuperate from childbirth. The confinement period focuses largely on food, with its diet intended on supporting the mother’s recovery and protecting both mother and child from falling ill. This Red Glutinous Rice Wine Chicken Mee Sua recipe has sesame oil, ginger […]
How to clean squids
When you’re buying squids or any seafood look for those that has clear eyes, a shine on their exterior and they should smell fresh.
How to mince, dice or chop onions
This works for any type of onions, first cut the onion into half vertically.
