Shallot Oil Noodles

This RECIPE for noodles has been used in my family for ages. For me, eating this dish brings back nostalgic memories. The recipe for Shallot Oil Noodles was requested by my children who were in self-isolation in college during the 2020 pandemic. It's a simple and delicious noodle dish. The shallot oil can be swapped with garlic oil if preferred.

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Kuih Bahulu Limau Mandarin (Mandarin Orange Egg Cake)

Kuih Bahulu/Baked Egg Cake is commonly served during Chinese New Year in some Peranakan households. We've added a little twist to our RECIPE of the day. Traditionally, it is made out of 3 components; eggs, sugar and plain flour in the ratio of 1:1:1. However, we find the traditional recipe a tad on the sweet side so we have reduced sugar and added tangerine/mandarin orange juice for flavoring. Have a try at these Kuih Bahulu Limau Mandarin/Mandarin Orange Egg Cake.

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Sweet Potato Leaves in Spicy Coconut Gravy

Today's RECIPE is quintessential in a Peranakan household. Huan Chu Heok Masak Lemak/Sweet Potato Leaves in Spicy Coconut Gravy is a favorite of many. Cubed sweet potatoes may be added to this dish but we have added cubed pumpkin instead because of personal preference. Other vegetables (kangkung/french beans/long beans/cabbage) may be used to cook this dish as well.

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Tamarind Prawns

Tamarind Prawns or Assam Heh is a fast cooking appetizing dish. A little time to marinate then a quick stir fry and it’s ready. The tangy tamarind sauce makes for a perfect dish to eat with rice. Try the RECIPE, you will love it.

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Easy Fudgy Chocolate Cake

Here’s an easy Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Whipped Cream Frosting. The cake texture is moist and fudgy. The frosting is light and complements the cake well. Decorate the cake with chocolate chips, rose petals, crushed pistachios or whatever catches your fancy. Try the RECIPE today!

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Pandan Butter Cake

Here is a fragrant butter cake that you can enjoy with your favorite beverage. This Pandan Butter Cake is made from homemade pandan extract. If you are unable to obtain fresh or frozen pandan (screwpine) leaves, use store bought pandan paste. Here’s the RECIPE.

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