Pad Kra Pao is one of Thailand’s most beloved dishes, known for its bold flavours, fragrant aroma, and satisfying heat. In Thai, “Pad” means “stir-fried,” and “Kra Pao” refers to holy basil. Therefore, Pad Kra Pao essentially translates to “stir-fried holy basil.” It’s a true staple in Thai street food, often seen as a quick, go-to…
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Irresistible Hong Shao Rou (Easy Instant Pot Version) 紅燒肉
If you’ve ever indulged in a plate of Hong Shao Rou, you know just how addictive this dish can be. Often translated as “Red-Braised Pork,” this melt-in-your-mouth delicacy has gained legendary status in Chinese cuisine and has developed distinct versions across different regions and even countries. What is Hong Shao Rou? Hong Shao Rou…
Super Easy Air-Fried Crispy Pork Belly
Who else loves Cantonese crispy pork belly (aka Siu Yuk)? For me, it’s an absolute must when ordering Cantonese roast meats. If I’m choosing a trio, crispy pork belly is always on my list, right next to roast duck and char siu! I’ve made this dish at home before using the oven, and to my…
Wontons in Chilli Oil 紅油抄手 : A Sichuan Classic You Can Make at Home
Wontons in Chili Oil are one of the signature street foods of Sichuan cuisine, and I absolutely love them. Whenever I see it on a menu, it’s an automatic order for me. What’s even better is that they’re actually quite easy to make at home. There are also variations of wontons across different regions, but…
Prawn and Iberico Pork Siu Mai 鮮蝦伊比利豬肉燒賣
A month ago I bought Iberico pork belly and prawns from my local butcher and I asked on Stories for cooking suggestions. Then @jchli7 kindly advised me to make siu mai, I never made dumplings or any Chinese wrapping things before so I really doubted myself if I can make it… However, I have been…
Taiwanese Soy-Stewed Pork Rice Bowl 台式控肉飯
Kong Rou Fan 控肉飯/Taiwanese Soy-Stewed Pork Rice Bowl is another locally loved dish that I have been craving recently. It’s very similar like Lu Rou Fan滷肉飯but Kong Rou Fan is usually cooked with large cut of pork belly that you can enjoy meaty texture with soy sauce based umami flavour. A sweet and savoury, gelatinous…
Black Carbonara Squid Ink Pasta 培根蛋黃墨魚麵
Have you been to Eataly ? This hyped Italian food market is definitely a new trendy spot in East London offering a huge selection for Italian food obsessives. The first time I went to Eataly, it was just a quick look around, but during the second time visit I got myself squid ink pasta from…
Taiwanese Lu Rou Fan 台式手切滷肉飯
Lu Rou Fan, or Braised Pork Belly Rice, is one of Taiwan’s beloved comfort foods which can be found in every part of Taiwan. This classic one-bowl-dish has variations due to regional differences. For example, in the south of Taiwan, people called it ‘Rou Zao Fan’ 肉燥飯 rather than Lu Rou Fan; the taste is…
Taiwanese Sticky Rice (You Fan) 油飯 — Easy Recipe & Tips
You Fan is one of the most comforting and nostalgic dishes for me — and for many Taiwanese people. In Taiwan, You Fan is a common festive food. We often eat it for special occasions like Lunar New Year, religious festivals, or to celebrate a newborn baby’s first month. In Taiwanese tradition, You Fan is…
Speedy Kimchi Jjigae / Kimchi Stew 韓式泡菜鍋(快速版)
Kimchi Jjigae (or Kimchi Stew) is my quick fix for chili weather especially when I have a jar of kimchi in the fridge. I originally followed an easy recipe by Chef Paek Jong-Won (His YouTube link here) but then I’ve made it my way with ingredients that I can easily get from the UK’s supermarkets….