Egg Bread Buns with Ham and Cheese

When eggs are added to yeast breads, it produces a finer and richer texture. It also helps to  provide color and volume. Using a bread machine to make the dough for egg bread buns, I’ve decided to add ham and cheese as fillings for these soft savoury buns. If you do not own a bread … Read more

Cranberry Scones

Scones are normally eaten as a breakfast or snack treat and usually served with butter, jam or cream. However, these cranberry scones are just as good eaten on their own without any spread. You may also see them advertised as “Biscuits” which is what the Americans name them. However there is a difference between scones … Read more

Blue Pea Santan Agar Agar

This agar agar recipe is flavoured with Blue Butterfly Pea Flowers (Bunga Telang) and Pandan leaves. I used the dried flowers to extract the deep blue colour but you can also use fresh flowers. Adding a layer of santan (coconut milk) on top of agar agar jelly dessert makes it extra flavourful. There are a … Read more

Soft Pretzels

If you have eaten Auntie Anne’s Pretzels, then you will know what I’m making using a Bread Machine. This popular shop can be found in shopping malls here in Singapore and Malaysia but can be quite expensive for each piece. If you do not have a Bread Machine, use a Cake Mixer with a dough … Read more

Microwaved Crispy Ikan Bilis (Dried Anchovies) and Crispy Papadum (Thin round flatbread from India)

This is a much better way of making crispy ikan bilis and papadum without frying in oil. You still get the same crispiness and it’s more healthy without the soaked oil. I’ve also tried Keropok (Deep fried fish crackers) but it was unsuccessful as most of them are quite thick compared to Papadum. Get those … Read more

Chicken and Mushroom Claypot Rice

Rice cooked in a claypot has a distinct smoky flavour and forms a thin layer of lightly burnt crispy rice. Claypot lovers simply cannot resist scraping off the sides and mixing the burnt rice with the rest of the ingredients. This one dish meal is a favourite comfort food among the locals here in Singapore … Read more

Mango Pudding

This cold yummy dessert is best eaten during hot weather. It should be soft but firm enough not to fall apart when scooping up with a spoon. It should also have a strong mango flavour and smooth texture. Use only fresh mangoes when available. If they are not in season and you’re really craving for … Read more

Tuna Potato Pie

This is my version of fast food. You can prepare in advance and freeze them. When ready to serve, thaw it, pop in the oven and you can have a piping hot potato pie in no time. This dish can also last for many weeks in the freezer. They are especially great for your hungry … Read more