If you loved my viral Air-Fried Prawn Bao from 2024, you’re going to want to try this upgraded version! I’ve been experimenting with different fillings for those pocket-shaped, store-bought steamed buns — they’re like soft, fluffy Asian-style burgers that can hold almost any filling you think of. After trying a Thai-inspired version with Pad Kra…
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Easy Shortcut Spring Onion / Scallion Pancakes with Dumpling Wrapper Hack
If you love crispy, flaky spring onion pancakes, but don’t want to make the dough from scratch — this recipe is for you! I’m always on the lookout for smart kitchen shortcuts, and this one instantly became one of my favourites when I first tried it years ago. Recently, I wanted to share it again…
Tender Steamed Chicken with Shiitake Mushrooms
If you love simple, comforting home-style Asian dishes, this steamed chicken with shiitake mushrooms is one you’ll want to keep on repeat. The magic lies in its simplicity: a quick marinade, a short steaming time, and ingredients that do all the work to create incredible depth of flavour. Why You’ll Love This Recipe This…
Biang Biang Noodles with Slow-Cooked Short Rib (Made with Dumpling Wrapper Hack)
A noodle bowl over £20 in London? I know — it sounds wild, right? But that’s exactly what I paid recently at one of Soho’s viral noodle spots — a steaming bowl of oil-splash wide noodles topped with a tender, fall-off-the-bone braised beef rib. Don’t get me wrong — it was delicious. But it definitely…
Easy Korean Marinated Eggs (Mayak Eggs) Recipe
This easy Mayak egg recipe features soft, jammy eggs soaked in a flavourful marinade—each bite delivers a burst of sweet, savoury, and slightly spicy goodness. These are Korean marinated eggs, also known as Mayak Gyeran (마약계란). The name literally translates to “drug eggs” because they’re so addictive you’ll keep coming back for more. Simple to…
Strawberry Mochi (Ichigo Daifuku) いちご大福 – Easy Japanese Dessert at Home
Strawberry Mochi, also known as Ichigo Daifuku (いちご大福), is a beloved Japanese sweet made from soft and chewy mochi filled with sweet red bean paste (anko) and a fresh, juicy strawberry. The combination of chewy mochi, creamy bean paste, and tangy-sweet strawberry makes this treat both refreshing and indulgent. While Ichigo Daifuku has been enjoyed…
Thai Basil Pork Stir-Fry in Crispy Air-Fried Buns (Pad Kra Pao Bun)
If you loved my viral Air-Fried Prawn Bao from 2024, you’re going to be obsessed with this one, too. I’ve been experimenting with new ways to use store-bought pocket-shaped steamed buns lately, they’re like fluffy Asian-style burgers that can be filled with endless possibilities. And this time, I’m giving them a Thai twist with a…
Easy Air Fryer Chicken Skewers with Chive Butter Glaze
I’ve used my air fryer quite often, but I had never tried making meat skewers in it until now! I was a bit skeptical at first, worried the chicken might not get that nice char on the outside without overcooking inside. But after seeing so many people make air fryer skewers and finally giving it…
Garlicky Pak Choi Rice (Shanghai-Style Inspired)
This recipe is inspired by the classic Shanghai-style vegetable rice (上海菜飯/ cài fàn), a comforting Chinese dish where rice is cooked with plenty of greens, often pak choi (bok choy) and Chinese sausage (lap cheong). When I’m craving something meatless, this is my go-to version. Instead of sausage, I use lots of garlic to give…
Silken Tofu with Onsen Egg in Chilli Sauce
If you’re looking for a quick, no-cook tofu recipe that’s bursting with flavour, this Silken Tofu with Onsen Egg in Chilli Sauce is the perfect choice. It’s light, creamy, and packed with a savoury-spicy kick — all made in just minutes with a handful of simple ingredients. What is silken tofu? Silken tofu is one…