It has been a while again and since the last time I checked in, I’ve completed my internship, graduated, and am officially a full-time librarian! :) Life has been insane, of course, with hardly any free time to do much of anything else other than tackling the usual life responsibilities but nevertheless, we are thankful […]
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Anchovy Fried Rice
I can’t believe I did not have this recipe on my blog prior to today. It is absolutely one of my faves! Yum! To prep the anchovies: 1/2 vegetable oil 1 (3.5-oz) package salted anchovies, rinsed once or twice Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add anchovies and fry until […]
Tau Hu Hua (Soybean Pudding)
Tau Hu Hua, Tau Fu Fah, Douhua – it doesn’t matter how you say or spell it, it refers to a silky tofu dessert that is typically served with plain or ginger-flavored sugar syrup…..although lately, I have preferred it with palm sugar syrup instead. It is deliciously light and refreshing during the hot summer days. Enjoy! […]
Pandan Plant
Look what arrived last Friday – a pandan plant! I have wanted one for years! So this one came from Florida…..it survived the shipping wonderfully. Now, it just has to survive me, lol! So far, so good! 🤞
Simple Steamed Banana Cake
So simple to make and absolutely delicious! ❤️❤️❤️ Slightly adapted from the Held by Love, Baked from Scratch Steam Banana Cake recipe 1 cup unbleached all purpose flour 1/2 cup palm sugar* 1/4 teaspoon salt 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/8 tsp baking soda 1/3 cup vegetable oil (plus a little more to oil the custard […]
Simple Stir-Fried Noodles (Kway Teow)
How I miss the days when I can just walk to a nearby coffee shop and order a plate (or two) of noodles. Now, I have to exert some effort to satisfy a craving, lol. While this is not hawker stall quality, it is still good enough to appease. Enjoy! 1 pound dried flat rice […]
Rendering Lard
I managed to find a fantastic (local) source for leaf fat back in May and rendered a few pints of lard. You can enjoy the lard in baked goods, stir-fries, or use it in combination with another oil when deep-frying. Yum! For the life of me, I can’t find my notes on the exact steps […]
Sourdough Waffles
So light and flavorful – the best waffles I have ever eaten! Love it! ❤️ {Slightly adapted from the King Arthur Flour Classic Sourdough Waffles or Pancakes recipe} 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Almost 2 cups unsweetened almond milk 8-1/2 ounces sourdough starter, unfed/discard* 8-1/2 ounces unbleached all-purpose flour* 2 tablespoons sugar 1/4 cup oil […]
Favorite Fried Chicken
Why do I love fried chicken so much??? Here’s a simple, favorite recipe…..so delicious! ❤️ 1 cup light soy sauce 1/2 cup sugar 2 teaspoons white pepper 4-1/2 pounds chicken wings Vegetable or peanut oil for frying Rice flour Combine soy sauce, sugar, pepper, and wings in a large bowl or Ziploc bag. Set aside […]
No-Knead Sourdough Cranberry-Walnut Bread
Another use for my sourdough starter. Soooooo delicious – it’s time to make another one! Enjoy! {Slightly adapted from the King Arthur Flour No-Knead Sourdough Bread recipe} 1-3/4 cups water 1 cup (8 ounces) sourdough starter* 5 cups (21-1/4 ounces) bread flour* 2-1/2 teaspoons salt (I use table salt) 1-1/2 cups dried cranberries 1 cup […]