Curry puffs, usually called kari puff in Malaysia, are small fried pastries filled with curried potato, onion and often some chicken or egg. They’re a well-loved bakery and market snack, with a crisp shell, a soft filling and a sealed edge that keeps everything inside while they fry. This curry puff recipe uses a handmade […]
Satay is one of those dishes you notice before you even see it. The skewers hit the grill and you get that mix of smoke, caramelized marinade and fat dripping onto the heat. It’s usually served in small batches, straight off the grill, with peanut sauce, cucumber and onion on the side. What makes it […]
Sambal belacan is a Malaysian chili condiment made with fresh chilies, lime juice and toasted fermented shrimp paste. It’s sharp, spicy and beautifully savory, and even a small spoonful can completely change a dish. It’s made by crushing everything together for a chunky mixture. The paste doesn’t break down evenly, so you end up with […]
Have you ever tried a Mexican dish flautas recipe? This is such an easy thing to make at home, and it’s also something you can easily store at home. In fact, you can even put it in the freezer and have some frozen Mexican dinners at some point in the near future. In any case, […]
Are you looking for something tasty to make with a surplus of pears? This grilled pear recipe is super-easy and you can even use unripe pears (which I had to!) They come out soft, sweet and with those gorgeous char marks on that makes everyone want to eat one. Cooking pears on the grill (or […]