Homemade Chinese Chicken Stock
This Chinese chicken stock is very, very easy to make and perfect for all your local dishes that call for its use, whatever the cuisine. Difference between Stock and Broth This is a question I get asked a lot in…
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Homemade Malaysian Cooking Caramel (Karamel Masakan)
This Malaysian cooking caramel is going to be your new best friend! Once you make it, you will never want the shop bought variety again! What is Cooking Caramel? Cooking caramel sauce (karamel masakan in Malay), is a thick, dark…
Homemade Salted Eggs (2 Brining Methods)
Salted eggs – what are they, how to make them and how to use them, find out in this article! What are Salted Eggs? They really are exactly what they sound like – eggs that have been salted in brine…
Sambal Balado (Indonesian Red Chilli Paste)
Sambal balado is a spicy little number that is used more as a cooking ingredient than a condiment. It is yet another spicy recipe that makes a regular appearance on my dinner table, because hey, it’s great as a condiment!…
What are Dried Shrimp (Udang Kering)?
Dried shrimp are called udang kering in Singapore and Malaysia. Let’s find out more! What are Dried Shrimp? Dried shrimp are shrimp that have been sundried, resulting in a reduction in size but an increase in their flavour and aroma.…
Homemade Biryani Masala (can be used as Garam Masala too)
This homemade biryani masala is going to spice up your life like never before! There is nothing like a freshly made spice mix to take your dishes up a notch. What is Biryani Masala? It is an aromatic spice mix…