Sambal Prawns with Belimbing
I chanced upon some belimbing in the market yesterday. Belimbing aka bilimbi is a very sour fruit, mostly used in Malay, Peranakan and Sri Lankan cuisine. I have made them into chutneys and pickles and added them to fish curry. l usually rub a bit of salt on the cut belimbing pieces to allow osmosis to occur. This action will…
Mutton Rendang with Podimas Mash
For years, I have been using this recipe to make rendang. A Malay dish usually made of either beef or mutton, rendang usually takes about 2 hours or more to prepare. By the time the meat is tender, and the gravy thick enough to coat the meat, you will see some fat at the base of the pot too. You…
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Eggless Mince Pies
I am sure everyone is busy either preparing to celebrate the occasion or waiting in anticipation for a public holiday to rest and relax! Traditional Christmas mince pies are not suitable for vegetarians as they are usually made of suet and minced meat. This is one of my most popular recipes when I conduct my Christmas baking classes. All my…
Eggless Peanut Butter Cookies
Thinking of the right gift for even the closest friend or family member can be challenging sometimes. Edible gifts make a delightful gift for anyone and for any occasion. Baking takes shorter time than shopping and wrapping a present! Food is universally enjoyed by everyone. 150 g creamy peanut butter 100 g Q.B.B. Pure Ghee 150 g caster sugar Grated…
Christmas Chestnut and Cranberries Buns
Chestnuts are in abundance in December. You can buy the dried peeled chestnuts and boil them till they become soft and puree them – then cook the puree with sugar until it becomes a thick mass and let it cool completely before using. I find it easy to use the canned variety though you cannot control the sugar content. Alternatively…
Mini Pumpkin Fruit Cakes
Many would wonder how pumpkin could be incorporated in a fruit cake. I think it is very easy – simply steam or bake the pumpkin, mash it and add to the cake batter. The pumpkin would add a unique flavour apart from our usual fruit cakes. The fruit cake will have a nice, golden colour and would be very light…
Choc Chip Drop Cookies
There is always an excitement when opening a beautifully-wrapped present during the festive season. Gifts can be in any form; but I think the best and most memorable gifts are those that are home-made or hand-made – these types of gifts are priceless! If you make someone chocolate chip cookies and package it nicely, and maybe even pack a bottle…
Mixed Nuts Brownies
It is the school holidays and the festive season. Chocolate is a favourite of the young and old and there is nothing like a tray of home-made brownies. These brownies can be made and kept frozen up to a year in air tight containers. Eat it on its own or serve it with ice cream. Preparation time: 20 minutes Cooking…
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Laddu and Cherry Compote Phirni
One of the most delicious parts of Deepavali must be the mithai (sweets). Most traditional Indian sweets are made with flour, sugar, ghee and milk-based ingredients. These days, we are all cutting down on sugar. And so, for a change, here is a recipe, where you can still eat the laddu and not feel guilty about it. Laddus are sphere-shaped…
Blooming Flower Shop in Singapore – A Better Florist
Forget about the half-wilted bouquets of roses, and bouquets that fall apart in your hand and don’t survive the night. With A Better Florist, you’re bound to experience luxury like never before, without even breaking your bank, or moving anything more than your fingers. This amazing florist is one of my favorites, if not the best florist in Singapore, because it…
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Cashew Nuts and Apricot Bars
Forget about the heavy sugar laden laddus, barfis, candies and other Indian sweets this Deepavali. Let us change the menu a little – these energy bars are a perfect healthy treat not only for children, but for adults too. Forget the store-bought types; why not simply make your own? These can be stored for a couple of months in an…
Once Upon a Deepavali
Deepavali, also known as Diwali, is an occasion when close bonds are formed, and differences forgotten over delicious homemade food. It is a time to savour culture and history as traditional recipes are often handed down from one generation to another. However, the tradition of revisiting many delicacies is slowly fading as many traditional family dishes are missing in homes…
