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Pork knuckle 橫財就手 – Chinese New Year recipe

Braised pork knuckle with fat choy, dried mushrooms, and dried oysters is an auspicious Chinese New Year dish for the Cantonese. The name in Cantonese is 橫財就手, has a symbolic meaning of ‘a windfall of good fortune.’ In just a few days, families worldwide will gather and celebrate the new year with a lavish feast, …

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Buddha’s Delight (Lo Han Jai 罗汉斋)

My mother-in-law is a traditional Chinese lady with a remarkable talent for cooking. Her dishes are usually simple, but occasionally, they can be quite lavish, especially during Chinese New Year and other special occasions. Her Loh Han Jai (Buddha’s Delight) has been a staple main dish for lunch on the first day of Chinese New …

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Dong Po Rou (東坡肉)- Melt-in-the-mouth Classic Braised Pork Belly Recipe

Melt in your mouth, and a sublime flavor is expected when you take a bite of Dong Po Rou (东坡肉), a traditional braised pork belly recipe dating back to the Song Dynasty. It is a traditional Chinese cuisine of Hangzhou (杭州), created by Su Dong Po, a famous scholar, writer, poet, calligrapher, gastronome, and court …

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Beef Rendang Recipe (How to make authentic Indonesian Rendang)

While working in my previous restaurant, I witnessed the magic of beef rendang firsthand. It was one of our most popular dishes, often paired with fluffy nasi lemak, and it became a staple on our menu.  Few dishes can truly elevate the senses, like beef rendang. It isn’t just a feast; it’s a symphony of …

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Rendang Tok – how to make the best beef rendang from Perak

Rendang Tok is the famous beef rendang that originated in Perak, where I spent most of my childhood before leaving for college. It is dry rendang, believed to have been created by the royal cooks, who had the luxury to access different spices that were out of the reach of the ordinary people in the …

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Ayam goreng – How to make authentic Malaysian fried chicken

Ayam goreng, meaning “fried chicken” in Malay and Indonesian, is a beloved dish in Indonesia and Malaysia. It is known for its tasty marination and deep-frying technique, creating a crispy outer crust with tender meat. Ayam goreng is made by marinating the on-the-bone chicken with dry spices. If you expect it to taste similar to …

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Kapitan Chicken (Nyonya chicken curry) – in 4 simple steps

Kapitan chicken, also known as Ayam Kapitan in Malay, is an authentic Nyonya chicken curry that blends the rich culinary traditions of Malay and Chinese cultures. It is the least spicy Malaysian curry, ideal for anyone unable to bear the heat from other fiercely hot curries. This article will detail how to make this Nyonya …

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Three cups chicken- How to cook in 4 simple steps

Three cups chicken (San Bei Ji) 三杯鸡 is so attractive because of its simplicity in preparation and intense flavor. It is one famous Chinese dish that does not involve stir-frying– the principal cooking method used in many Chinese dishes. Traditionally, it is served bubbling hot in an earthenware pot with steamed rice or rice congee. …

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Chinese chicken curry recipe (咖喱雞)

Chinese chicken curry is incredibly delicious and addictive when served with steamed rice. This recipe is an easy Chinese curry commonly cooked by Malaysian Chinese at home. It differs slightly from Malay and Nyonya-style curry chicken, and it offers the same flavor found in Chinese restaurants in Malaysia. It is suitable for the whole family …

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Nando’s chicken recipe-How to make copycat peri-peri chicken

I have been a loyal customer of Nando’s peri-peri chicken and have always wanted to create a homemade version of Nando’s chicken recipe. And finally, I have done it! All you need are chilies and some common ingredients in the kitchen pantry.  Since I live in an apartment, I use the grill pan and oven instead …

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