Malaysian Satay Recipe (Chicken or Beef Skewers with Peanut Sauce)

Malaysian chicken and beef satay skewers served with peanut dipping sauce on a plate.

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 (Malaysian Shrimp Paste Chili Condiment Recipe)

Sambal belacan in a ceramin dish

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 […]

How to Make Horseradish Sauce for Prime Rib

how to make horseradish sauce for prime rib

Horseradish sauce is a condiment which tends to provoke strong reactions in people; which is to say that they either love or hate it at first sight (or taste, as the case may be). It is certainly not for everyone, but if you love horseradish, you know how perfectly the sharp, sinus-clearing flavor of horseradish […]