Category: savouries
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Vegan Omurice recipe
First things first: my first recipe book is finally launched on Amazon US! They can ship to many other countries too. UK launch will be in April 2021, you can preview the book here. Thanks for your support since the local launch last year! Omurice is a popular dish in Japan, and it’s also pretty well-known…
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Roti Jala (Egg-free recipe)
While you’re waiting for my book to reach, here’s a new recipe! Roti jala literally means “net bread” in Malay. It’s a chewy, latticed, rolled pancake paired with curry. It’s a traditional Malay dish that is usually served at events like weddings and festivals. This is usually made with egg to give the soft, tender…
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Okonomiyaki + Japanese Mayo (Plant-Based Japanese Recipes)
I’m starting a small series of plant-based Japanese recipes! This series is inspired by my travels in Japan and will feature my take on some of the amazing food I had there. Those who don’t take alliums or alcohol, fret not – I’ve crafted these recipes in a way where these are optional! It’s very…
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Tempeh Bak Kwa – Updated Recipe + Channel 8 Feature
Hope everyone’s 2019 has been good so far! 2019 so far has given me some new opportunities and positive changes. I hope that things are finally looking up and all the hard work I did in 2018 will pay off. My closest friends will know that 2018 was tough in certain aspects. I really want to…
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Tempeh Rendang (Low FODMAP, gluten-free)
Rendang has been in the news quite a bit. While Malay food lovers worldwide were going “Alamak!” over this, it made me crave for some spicy, coconut-y protein goodness! Since April is IBS Awareness Month, I decided to make a low FODMAP version of this local favourite. FODMAP stands for: –Fermentable i.e. Foods that are…
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Singapore Rice Noodles (Sin Chew Bee Hoon) – Low FODMAP, Allium-Free
April is IBS Awareness Month. IBS stands for Irritable Bowel Syndrome, a digestive disorder that has no known cure yet as the causes are complex. But, it can be managed well with lifestyle changes. Some of my long-time readers will know that I have had IBS for the past 15 years, and it is one of…
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Slow Cooked Soy Sauce Beans & Nuts
Oil-free, tasty, full of spice and umami. This easy and protein-rich recipe is a food prep staple. It’s easy to make and keeps well in the fridge. If you have problems digesting beans, don’t worry – read on for our nutritionist’s advice. This recipe was inspired by my mother’s signature slow-cooked tofu. Firm tofu pieces…
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Tom Yum Spaghetti with Pan-Fried Tofu
A Christmas dinner idea that just walked into my mind when I was clearing out opened coconut milk one Friday. This straightforward East & West fusion recipe is hearty, tangy and spicy, topped with silky pan-fried tofu, a balanced main course idea for your Christmas dinner. You can get packs of tom yum set spices…
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Three Easy & Fast Tempeh Recipes – No Marination Needed
Since the market near my house has cheap and fresh tempeh, it’s a staple in my diet. Tempeh is fermented whole soybeans in a block – it’s easier to digest, with higher protein and fibre than tofu. In Singapore you can get tempeh cheaply (few cents to $1+) from heartland supermarkets and wet markets usually…
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Kimchi jjigae
Korean food is extremely popular now due to the Kpop wave. Any type of Asian cuisine that’s mercilessly spicy will definitely appeal to Singaporeans! Boneless Kitchen is our go-to for vegan Korean food made without alliums. Sadly Boneless is too far for me, so when cravings hit, here’s a rather straightforward recipe for a comforting,…
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