Simplified Nyonya Acar (Spicy Pickled Vegetables)
I’ve always been fond of pickled and fermented vegetables, like sauerkraut, kimchi and Middle Eastern pickled turnips. So it’s no surprise that I love acar (also spelled achar), which are […]
Category Archives: Side Dishes
Roti Jala (Lace Crepes)
These Malaysian roti may not be as well known as Roti Canai, but they’re definitely prettier. Roti Jala are made by pouring batter into a cup-like ladle that has four […]
Roti Canai
Mention Malaysian food, and one of the first things that comes to mind is probably roti canai. In Malaysian restaurants outside of Malaysia, you may not always find what you […]
Tabbouleh
I’ve never been to the Middle East (it’s still on my travel bucket list), but I do enjoy a lot of the Middle Eastern food that I’ve tried, whether it’s […]
Quinoa and Chorizo Stuffed Peppers
I know, it’s been a while…I didn’t get around to posting anything all summer. And now, I can’t believe it’s already October and everyone’s talking about plans for the upcoming […]
Chickpeas with Tomato
This is a delicious, healthy and simple dish that I like to make every now and then. It can be eaten warm, as a side dish, or perfect as a […]
Oven Roasted Broccoli
I usually stir fry broccoli or else I eat them raw, with a dip. But here’s a tasty way to make them – baked in the oven. I made this […]
