23 March 2015
Pan-fried lion mane mushrooms
The English name Lion-Mane Mushrooms is not in any way associated with monkey's head and yet the Chinese go by this mushroom name Hou Tou Gu (猴头菇) literally (...)
22 April 2016
Korean Spicy Broccoli
Ever since I have successfully made my own Korean spice-dressingfrom gochujang, apple cider vinegar and sesame oil, I have been enjoying the ease of making a (...)
4 August 2011
Summer lotus root pickle
This easy chilled appetizer of lotus root can be such a summer refresher before lunch or dinner. I usually enjoy this appetizer before main dishes are served (...)
7 July 2014
Stir-fried mushrooms and spinach with noodles and egg
Preparing a meal for one (self) can be quite demotivating. Rather, it is wanting the MOST - tasty, nutritious, healthy, from the LEAST - time and effort. When (...)
18 July 2018
Broccoli zucchini cabbage quinoa salad
Protein and fiber packed, quinoa is a super versatile whole grain with endless possibilities - healthy fried "rice", exotic "rice" pilaf, creative sushi, (...)
14 October 2013
Rice cooker nasi lemak rice
Consider it lucky for being successful in my first attempt cooking Nasi Lemak rice using Tatung indirect-heat rice cooker - 大同电锅. In case you are puzzled by (...)
9 June 2015
Nagaimo mountain yam stir-fry
If you enjoy the crunch of Chinese water chestnuts (Eleocharis dulcis), then you may also like the crisp texture of Naga-imo (mountain yam) in this vegetarian (...)
7 May 2018
Pink oyster mushrooms and broccoli stir-fry
The reward of visiting the local farmers market is having the family enjoy easy and delicious dishes e.g. Baby Shiitake Mushrooms Stir-Fry and Spring Peas, (...)
22 June 2016
Stir-fry with zucchini, bell peppers, and mushrooms
Ever since I successfully made zucchini noodles, I wanted to have a similar dish again but with more colors (which means more nutrition!), layered flavors and (...)
14 February 2014
Spinach pea and jalapeno soup
Similarly green but not asparagus soup. A combination of frozen and fresh describes this Organic Spinach, Pea and Jalapeno Soup. I have enjoyed the advantage (...)
16 February 2015
Easy Roasted Eggplant
Roasted eggplant is fiercely taking over steamed eggplant in my kitchen. Perhaps, I have been buying dark-purple-skinned Italian/globe eggplants more (...)
2 September 2011
Lotus root and walnut soup
I came across this weird lotus root recipe in a Chinese recipe booklet titled 清肠排毒 (it will be translated to "detoxification") and decided to try this idea (...)
30 December 2011
Great Northern Beans
The Great Northern Bean 大北豆 is a versatile bean (legume) since it is mild in taste yet absorb flavor rather well. These beans are good in one-pot soup such as (...)
12 January 2015
Roasted vegetables spiced curry
Quite often in the winter months, I go for roasted vegetables - carrots, cauliflower, eggplants etc. The hearty and very flavorful roasted vegetables not only (...)
12 October 2011
Spiced roasted bitter melon
My latest write-up about bitter melon: Bitter Melon, What a Melon! is published on October 2011 issue of Basil Magazine. Go check it out.Spiced Roasted Bitter (...)
26 March 2015
Korean squash pancake with vegetables
The intended big and round Pajeon Korean-style pancake was a failure. It did not turn out as crispy as it should. Once again, this is telling me...I can't (...)
26 April 2017
Roasted leeks japanese style
This is my first time trying Japanese-style roasted leeks but certainly not my last. I have not tried this appetizer/side-dish before in any Japanese (...)
8 September 2016
Tomato Fried Eggs with Garlic Kale Pasta
Tomato Fried Eggs 番茄炒蛋 may sound ordinary but this simple classic Chinese home-style dish is nutritious and delicious. Very often, tomato fried eggs is (...)
11 May 2012
Vegetarian curry noodles - prima taste curry lamian
Following Prima Taste 7-minute Laksa LaMain (Noodles in Aromatic Coconut Soup-Gravy), this Curry LaMian was also introduced in Prima Taste's Easy Gourmet (...)
2 July 2014
Spiced potato tomato rice indian biryani style
Remember this one-pot Cabbage Rice? The idea of fuss-free cooking where it is best to cook "everything" (carbs, vegetables, protein) in one-pot or one-pan, (...)
15 July 2011
Roasted artichoke hearts salad
A simple salad to prepare if you enjoy artichokes. I do not mind the taste of artichokes - but it's such a chore in terms of preparation.Do you enjoy (...)
15 June 2015
Radish berries with avocado vinaigrette
Watermelon radish has been on my to-try list for some time. The spiral pinkish-purple hue circular striations towards the center of this radish flesh is what (...)
9 September 2013
White Bittermelon Salad
Second to this raw salad Cucumber with Sesame Oil and Soy Dressing, this is another Chinese-style cold appetizer that does not need any cooking - not even (...)
5 May 2015
Fennel with chickpeas and garbanzo beans
Fennel is profoundly hard to describe when it comes to its taste. The seeds, bulbs, and fronds - each is unique and therefore depending on how you use and cook (...)
29 June 2015
Napa cabbage bok choy with mushrooms and tofu
Is this a vegetable stir-fry or a vegetable braise? This dish leans towards quick and simple braising (in this context which means frying it quickly then (...)
