This dish is best reheated and eaten at least 24 hours after it is cooked. 1 chicken, skin removed, cut into curry pieces 2 cloves garlic, chopped 2-in (5-cm) piece fresh ginger root, peeled and chopped 2 tablespoons oil 2 medium-sized onions, halved and finely sliced lengthwise ¼ teaspoon fenugreek seed 2-in (5-cm) piece of [...]
This recipe has its origins in Malacca and is a very rich dish of noodles combined with coconut milk, Malay curry spices and shrimp or chicken. It is famous as a mid-morning snack in Singapore, southern Malaysia and Sarawak. Smooth and spicy, Noodles in Coconut Milk Soup is quite different from the Sour Noodle Soup [...]
This relish exemplifies the degree of attention and refinement that became the mark of the Nyonya kitchen. It makes a good vegetable dish for a party and keeps well in the refrigerator. You can halve the quantity to make it a side dish for a family meal. 1 English cucumber or 3 pickling cucumbers, cut [...]
This recipe from Penang presents a thoroughly hybrid deep-fired chicken, combining both Malay and Chinese flavors. 3 lb (1 ½ kg) chicken 1 tablespoon commercial Malaysian meat curry powder 2 teaspoons ginger juice 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce 1 teaspoon light soy sauce 1 teaspoon sugar ¼ cup (65 ml)thick coconut milk Salt to taste [...]
Long strands of noodles are a symbol of longevity to the Chinese and are often eaten on birthdays. These yellow Hokkien wheat noodles are favorites for frying. 14 oz (400 g) pork or chicken, finely sliced 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 teaspoon sherry 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon cornstarch 15 oz (450 g) package [...]
Never use a thawed frozen duck for this princely dish! 1 fat fresh duck (about 4 lb/2 kg) cleaned but with its neck still attached if possible ½ teaspoon five-spice powder 2 teaspoons salt 2-3 tablespoons oyster sauce 1 lb (500 g) fresh bean sprouts Syrup 2 tablespoons honey ½ cup (125 ml) water 2 [...]
1 fresh chicken 2 teaspoons five-spice powder 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons chopped red chili 2 points star anise 1 cinnamon stick 4 cups (1 liter) water 3 green onions, sliced 1 stalk coriander leaves 1 tablespoon honey 2 slices lime 1 cup (250 ml) hot water Oil for deep-frying (optional) METHOD Wash the chicken [...]
