Tag: appetizer
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Peking-Style Crispy Chicken Bao Buns
If you ever came over to my house for lunch, there’s a good chance I’d make these Peking-style bao buns for you. 😊 I made Peking duck for an Easter dinner with my best friends, and let me tell you, it was an absolute hit! Everyone couldn’t get enough of it and they’re still talking…
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Wonton Soup
Wonton soup is one of our family’s beloved comfort food, especially on chilly days! Its warm, savoury broth and tender wontons provide a cozy embrace that warms you from the inside out. The combination of seasoned meat and delicate wrappers creates a satisfying texture, while the broth, infused with aromatics and seasonings, offers a soothing…
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Gado-Gado
As a child, nothing thrilled me more than racing to the corner of our bustling neighbourhood after school to visit the warm-hearted vendor (we just called her tante) at her tiny Gado-Gado cart. The vibrant colours of the fresh vegetables and the irresistible aroma of sizzling tofu and creamy peanut sauce drew me in like…
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Vegan Dumplings
I’m not vegan, but I have plenty of vegan friends, and I like to spoil them sometimes with delicious vegan food. This time, I made vegan dumplings. For the ingredients, I basically used the same recipe as my non-vegan dumplings, but I replaced the meat with tofu and skipped the egg. Make sure to remove all the…
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Perkedel Jagung (Corn Fritters)
Perkedel jagung, or Indonesian corn fritters, always takes me back to the hectic mornings I spent in my mom’s kitchen, helping her make batch after batch for our warung. It was one of the most popular dishes on our menu, so much so that I often had to prepare another batch in the afternoons because…
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Cheesy French Baked Scallop
Cheesy French Baked Scallop, known as “Coquilles Saint-Jacques” in French cuisine, is a luxurious and indulgent dish that showcases the delicate flavor and tender texture of scallops. This dish is a classic in French cooking, often served as an appetizer or a main course at elegant dinners. The star of the dish is the scallops.…
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Sweet and Sour Creamy Coconut Soup
Sweet and sour creamy coconut soup is a delightful and comforting dish that combines the rich flavours of coconut milk with the tangy juice of lime and the sweetness of various ingredients. This soup is a fusion of textures and tastes, offering a harmonious balance that is both exotic and familiar. Ingredients highlights: Flavor Profile…