Recipes for cuisine: southeast asian

Kuih Sago Lapis (Steamed Layered Sago Cake)

Kuih Sago Lapis (Steamed Layered Sago Cake)

Three of my favourite flavours in one snack, this Kuih Sago Lapis is not just bursting with aromatic flavours of pandan, gula melaka, rose and coconut, it is a very pretty and bright. Perfect for afternoon break with a cup of hot coffee or tea.

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Kuih Seri Muka (Kueh Salat) 香兰糯米糕

Kuih Seri Muka (Kueh Salat) 香兰糯米糕

Kuih Seri Muka or Kueh Salat is a delicious two-layered custard and rice cake from Southeast Asia made of glutinous rice, coconut milk, pandan leaves and eggs. The steps are simple, but tedious, it's really a cake made out of labour of love.

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Grilled Coconut Curry Halibut

Grilled Coconut Curry Halibut

This Southeast Asian inspired grilled halibut recipe is off the charts fantastic. The earthiness of the curry balances well with the soy, coconut milk, and spicy chili sauce. Serve with rice and extra sauce on top.

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Sambal Chilli Recipe 参巴辣椒酱

Sambal Chilli Recipe 参巴辣椒酱

Here's a rendition of my family's favourite sambal chilli. It's spicy and full of aromatic flavours. We love to eat it with noodles, nasi lemak (coconut rice), stir fry meat or vegetables, and just almost everything and anything. This condiment is a must-have in Southeast Asian cuisine, no meal is considered complete without the sambal chilli.

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Pumpkin Ang Ku Kueh with Purple Sweet Potato Filling 紫薯馅金瓜红龟粿

Pumpkin Ang Ku Kueh with Purple Sweet Potato Filling 紫薯馅金瓜红龟粿

These gluten-free and refined sugar-free pumpkin ang ku kueh are coloured with real fresh pumpkins and filled with the naturally sweet purple sweeet potatoes, making it a highly nutritious snack.

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Hae Bee Hiam 虾米香 (Spicy Dried Shrimps Sambal)

Hae Bee Hiam 虾米香 (Spicy Dried Shrimps Sambal)

Hae Bee Hiam or Spicy Dried Shrimps Sambal is a yummilicious spicy condiment full of umami flavours. Savour it with rice, noodles or toast. Or add it to stir fry vegetables or eggs. The possibilities are endless.

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Hainanese Chicken Rice 海南鸡饭

Hainanese Chicken Rice 海南鸡饭

Hainanese Chicken Rice 海南鸡饭 is a simple plate of poached chicken with tender chicken meat and gelatinous skin, served with flavoured rice.

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Soon Kueh 笋粿 (Bamboo Shoots Dumplings)

Soon Kueh 笋粿 (Bamboo Shoots Dumplings)

Learn how to make Soon Kueh in this simplified step-by-step recipe. This Teochew steamed dumpling, also known as ‘cai kueh’ is a favourite local breakfast snack.

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Vegan Fried Bee Hoon 斋炒米粉 (Singapore Noodles / Rice Vermicelli)

Vegan Fried Bee Hoon 斋炒米粉 (Singapore Noodles / Rice Vermicelli)

Vegan fried bee hoon, also called 炒米粉, char bee hoon, rice noodles or rice vermicelli is a typical popular staple in Singapore and Southeast Asia. I love cooking it with lots of crunchy type of vegetables and mushrooms. It's simple and very easy to cook.

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Red Glutinous Rice Wine Chicken Mee Sua 红糟鸡面线

Red Glutinous Rice Wine Chicken Mee Sua 红糟鸡面线

The red glutinous rice wine chicken mee sua (红糟鸡面线) is a traditional Foo Chow (福州) dish that is typically served during Chinese New Year or birthdays. It's made with red glutinous rice wine, chicken, ginger, sesame oil and served with mee sua.

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