Cambodian curry noodles are one of my favourite winter comfort meals. Its warm and creamy broth is similar to a Malaysian laksa but in my opinion, it's better because it leaves you feeling lighter. There are so many fresh vegetables and herbs in this noodle soup that perfectly balance out the coconut creaminess of the … Continue reading Cambodian curry noodles (Cambodian laksa)
Crispy baked tofu is one of my favourite ways of eating tofu. It's also very versatile because you can also toss this with other ingredients like noodles, salad, etc. for a complete meal. Although I eat this on its own with some sriracha sauce or kimchi as a snack. Give it a try and I … Continue reading Crispy Baked Tofu
My daughter loves raisin bread and she usually has it for breakfast during the week before school. I've always used store bought raisin bread but found them to be quite sweet. It's 2022 and there's still supply issues for several items. Lately we have had supply issues at our local supermarket and it has been … Continue reading Raisin Bread
I think that kimchi stew is better with spam, although it is traditionally only with pork belly. Other ingredients like mushrooms (shiitake, enoki, etc.) are also a great addition. The first time I had kimchi stew with spam was at a friend's house and she served it with instant noodles in an army stew style. … Continue reading Kimchi Stew with Spam
Sichuan green beans are one of my favourite sides when I eat at a Sichuan restaurant. Frying the beans in a hot wok gives it that quitessential wrinkly skin. The dish is then brought together with the spicy heat of the Sichuan pepper, pickled mustard and minced pork. My husband didn't realise that the pickled … Continue reading Sichuan green beans
My husband requested some chicken pot pie the other night so I made it for him. Personally, I'm not a fan but Ive loved seeing the look of absolute delight on his face as he ate it. It's actually pretty high calorie because of the pastry and the cream filling. I can only handle one … Continue reading Creamy chicken pot pie
This clams recipe is very quick to make and is so full of flavour that it is perfect with rice. Cambodian food always packs a big flavour punch and this 'cha leah' is no different. My husband and I had something similar in Siem Reap. I say it's similar, but not quite the same as … Continue reading Cambodian stir fried clams recipe (Cha Leah)
This fish taco recipe has a bit of a kick to it, just as a word of warning. You can reduce the cayenne pepper and hot sauce if you want something milder. The calorie count is on the generous side as it assumes you use up all the sauce and toppings, which you won't. Tacos … Continue reading Fish Taco Recipe
The only thing I crave when I'm not feeling well is chicken congee. Not only does it nourish my body, it also puts me in a more cheerful disposition and mood. My in-laws were recovering from a Covid-19 infection and this chicken congee is just what they need. It's also getting much colder these days … Continue reading Cheerful Chicken Congee
