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.…
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…
Calamondin or calamansi limes are small, thin skinned fruit that have a tart flavour with hints of bitter. They are a very common ingredient all across South East Asia. What is Calamondin? Is it an orange, or is it a…
Candlenuts, or Buah Keras as it is known in Malay, is an essential ingredient in some parts of South East Asia, used for its thickening and enriching qualities. What are Candlenuts? Candlenuts is the name for Buah Keras in English.…
Lemongrass is known as serai in Malay, sereh in Indonesian and Dakrai (or takrai) in Thai. It is an incredibly aromatic herb with sharp, citrusy, sweet and pine-like aroma and flavour. What is Lemongrass? Lemongrass is, as its name suggests,…
Simplicity itself, this pineapple jam is used for filling our much loved Pineapple Tarts, or Kuih Tart, as its known locally, the personification of the festive cookie in Singapore and Malaysia. What are Pineapple Tarts? Pineapple Tarts or Kuih Tart in…