This basil fried rice recipe immediately caught my attention when I ordered it in a Thai restaurant because it differs from most Chinese fried rice I have tried. Using three types of chilies and fresh basil is the key to preparing basil fried rice with fantastic flavor. I recreate it at home, which takes less …

When I was young, my mother used to cook every meal at home, and we seldom ate out. On one rare occasion, she decided not to cook and asked me to purchase noodles at the restaurant just five minutes from where we lived. That was my first experience eating Yi Mein. My mom used to …

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 …

Chinese spring rolls are a perfect appetizer and small bite for parties. They are made of a crispy, delicate wrapper filled with savory ingredients such as pork and shrimp. They are also great for special occasions, like during Chinese New Year. As Cantonese, we have enjoyed this for decades. So, let’s get rolling and bring …

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 …

I was waiting at the train station, where I found a Rotiboy store right before me. With my hungry stomach, I immediately purchased one of these famous Malaysian homegrown buns with its coffee-flavored crispy topping. When I got home, I thought, why don’t I try making the Rotiboy coffee bun at home? Rotiboy coffee buns …

Cabbage thoran is my favorite Indian side dish. Growing up in Malaysia and a lover of Indian food, I have lunches regularly at Indian Malaysian restaurants. They lay a large piece of banana leaf in front of me,  scoop a large pile of white rice that I can never finish, and are inundated by a …

Char Siu Bao or char siu Pao ( 叉烧包 / Chinese bbq pork buns) is the most famous classic Cantonese dim sum. The soft and tender bun, the oozing soy-flavored thick gravy, and the meaty filling weave seamlessly into a perfect culinary masterpiece. This Chinese steamed bun takes center stage in all dim sum spread …

Try these Chinese pork chops seasoned with five-spice powder! I always pick an easy recipe when I am busy and want to spend a minimum of time in the kitchen. Over the years, I’ve developed simple and delicious recipes using only a few ingredients. Five-spice pork chops are one of them. The pork chops are …

Combining shrimp and fruit in one dish is not something I had considered before. However, as it has gained popularity in traditional Chinese restaurants in Malaysia, I am convinced it is a perfect combination. The Cantonese fruit and shrimp salad combines cold fruits with poached shrimp mixed with a mayonnaise-based sauce. This dish is often …