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Brinjal Pickle (wambatu moju)

Brinjal Pickle (wambatu moju)

I recently tried a Singhalese (sri lanka) dish which to simply put is brinjal pickle. It is apparently served during special occasions and not that…

Padma Priya Manikam
Feb 2012
Intermediate
1 vote
18526 views
Mee Goreng

Mee Goreng

Mee goreng means fried noodles. It is one of a Malaysian favourite that can be eaten at any time of the day (like nasi lemak). It is generally made…

Padma Priya Manikam
Mar 2011
Intermediate
1 vote
3240 views
Tepla (Fenugreek Paratha)

Tepla (Fenugreek Paratha)

This is an Indian flat-bread that is commonly eaten amongst the Gujarathi community. It is easy to make and is made from fenugreek leaves that has…

Padma Priya Manikam
Feb 2011
Intermediate
1 vote
4463 views
Dim Sum (dumplings) - Siew Mai

Dim Sum (dumplings) - Siew Mai

This recipe is adapted from a British food programme, "Ching's Kitchen". Chef Ching shows how easy it can be to make dim sums at home and I'm glad I…

Padma Priya Manikam
Oct 2011
Intermediate
1 vote
3933 views
Anchovies Fritter

Anchovies Fritter

This is a tea-break snack that is commonly made in most Malaysian homes especially when it is raining outside! In Malay it is called "Ikan Bilis…

Padma Priya Manikam
Dec 2010
Intermediate
1 vote
3086 views
Sardine Puffs

Sardine Puffs

I had 5 sheets of frozen puff pastry and decided to create a tasty sardine snack. It is easy to make and would be a big hit at picnics or for…

Padma Priya Manikam
Jul 2011
Intermediate
1 vote
5714 views
Fish in Soy Sauce gravy

Fish in Soy Sauce gravy

This is a yummy fish cooked in sweet soy sauce that is to be eaten with plain white rice and mixed vegetables or omlette.

Padma Priya Manikam
Nov 2010
Intermediate
1 vote
3321 views
Egg Gravy

Egg Gravy

A simple and quick dish to whip-up on the days you have run out of ideas to cook!

Padma Priya Manikam
Sep 2011
Intermediate
1 vote
11498 views
Karipap (curry puffs)

Karipap (curry puffs)

Karipap in Malay or curry puffs is one of a Malaysian's favourite tea-break snacks. The filling can be either vegetarian or non-vegetarian. The…

Padma Priya Manikam
May 2011
Intermediate
1 vote
7586 views
Pak Choy/Bok Choy

Pak Choy/Bok Choy

Most people around the world who love eating Chinese food is accustomed to this humble vegetable that can be stir-fried or steamed and topped with…

Padma Priya Manikam
May 2012
Intermediate
1 vote
4529 views
Nasi Lemak

Nasi Lemak

This is an all time favourite Malaysian dish. It is commonly eaten for breakfast but works fine for lunch or dinner. Nasi means rice and lemak is…

Padma Priya Manikam
Jan 2011
Intermediate
2 votes
3964 views
Kidney Beans (Rajma) Masala

Kidney Beans (Rajma) Masala

I never used to like red kidney beans maybe because of the way some people had made it for me. So after learning that it is healthy to include…

Padma Priya Manikam
Jul 2011
Intermediate
1 vote
5704 views
Apple Tart - The Donna Hay way

Apple Tart - The Donna Hay way

I am an ardent follower of Nigella Lawson's recipes, but recently I enjoy trying out recipes from Ausie chef Donna Hay. She teaches the "cheats" way…

Padma Priya Manikam
Feb 2012
Intermediate
1 vote
4311 views
Hummus & Greek Salad

Hummus & Greek Salad

I decided to go healthy one night and went Arabic and Greek! Some of you may be familiar with hummus which is made from chick peas and the latter is…

Padma Priya Manikam
Mar 2011
Intermediate
1 vote
4809 views
Pandan Muffins

Pandan Muffins

Pandan is a fragrant leaf that is widely grown all over Malaysia and it is used in cooking for added flavour. This is a simple recipe adapted from…

Padma Priya Manikam
Jun 2011
Intermediate
1 vote
1574 views