When we were kids, my parents always ordered something sweet and sour for the kids. As adults, we admit that we still enjoy the flavours of sweet and sour and it is not only for kids. This recipe requires no deep frying and is simple to make at home. You can usually find the ribs … Read More
Wishing you all a healthy and prosperous new year of the dragon! My dad was a dragon and he would have been 84 years old this year. When we were little, I remember we would receive red packets from our elders. Usually they would be filled with two dollar bills because they were red. And … Read More
This is one of our favourite meals… the kids break out into a happy dance when it’s “white skinned chicken” for dinner. It’s also a great option for warmer weather as this dish is served at room temperature. Hainanese Chicken and Rice can be found at most Chinese, Singaporean and Malaysian restaurants but it can … Read More
This recipe makes about four dozen wontons. My original recipe makes twice as much. I figure if you’re going to make the effort, why not make the most of it and freeze the extras to enjoy at a later date. But this still makes enough to make several servings and you’ll love the spicy chili … Read More
I remember my mom making this a lot. Probably because she worked all day and it was easy and tasty. There are just a few ingredients but the end result is delicious. Serve with rice and a simple green vegetable, it is a complete meal with minimal effort. Makes 4-6 servings Ingredients 2 tablespoons oil1 … Read More
Back in the day, the only place to get wonton soup was in Chinatown. We lived out in the sticks, but my dad would pile us into the car and drive the 30-40 minutes into the city to have wonton noodles. Such sweet memories. But even wonton noodles are at least $15 a bowl these … Read More
Dude’s family is from Malaysia and his grandmother would make this from scratch for Sunday dinners, which was a whole day affair! I am so thankful for really good packaged pastes that eliminate a lot of work but still give you a super satisfying bowl of noodles, in a fraction of the time! Makes 4-6 … Read More
Imagine sushi deconstructed. This makes it so much easier to enjoy at home without all the fuss of rolling sushi. This deconstructed California roll will be a hit at your next party. Or simply adjust the ingredients to serve for dinner or as rice bowls. Anyway you eat this, it is still way easier to … Read More
One of Dude’s favourite dishes is Filipino chicken adobo. This tangy and peppery chicken recipe is easy to make and bursting with flavour, using just a handful of ingredients that you likely will have on hand. Dude especially likes the vinegar in it and if it was up to him, he’d make me double the … Read More