Friday, May 29, 2015

Pickled green mango by Jensie Tan

Ingredients5 big green mango, cut long 2 table salt150g rock sugar100g sugar Chilli flakesMethodBoil the rock sugar, add in the about three cup water.Put the mango in the bowl, add in salt and coat all the mango.Cover and set aside for about one hour until the mango turned soft.Discard the liquid and rinse away the salt with water.Rinse mango with the hot water for 3 min and drain it.Let it dry and put into the grass jar.Pour in the sugar water and...
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Whipped Potatoes by Lily Tan

Ingredients for Whipped Potato (serves 4)- 4 Potatoes- Warm Low-fat milk (stand-by 1 cup)- Salt & PepperIngredients for Gravy- Plain flour (stand-by 4-6 tablespoon)- Chicken Broth (stand-by 500ml){Actual amount of flour and broth used eventually depends on how thick/watery you like the gravy to be)Steps for Whipped Potato1) Peel and cut potatoes into small chucks. Boil potatoes in a pot of lightly salted water. Remove potatoes when they turned...
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Braised soy sauce chicken wings by Tay Ai Whey

Ingredients400 grams of mid-joint chicken wings1 teaspoon oilPeeled and sliced the gingerGarlic peeled and minced3 tablespoons shaoxing wine2 tablespoons dark soy sauce1 tablespoon sesame oil2 tablespoon rock sugarMethodBoil a pot of hot water and put the wings in the boiing water. Rinse and drain the chicken wings. Heat oil and add in the ginger and garlic. Fry for a little while and put in the wings. Fry the wings till slightly brown and add in...
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Mango Agar Agar by Lucinda Lau

( A) 500 ml Marigold Mango juice2 tsp agar agar powder50gms sugar(B) 500ml milk50gms sugar 2 tsp agar agar powderMethod: Cook the Mango juice with the agar agar over low fire till boils. ( I didn't add much sugar so it's a bit sourish, if you want it sweet add 50gms - 80gms sugar.)Pour into jelly moulds or into a tray. Let it set before cooking the milk layer.Boils the milk, sugar and agar agar over low fire. Let it cool for a while before pouring...
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Steamed fish by Jensie Tan

Rinse the fish with hot waterSliced Ginger garlic onion tomato Chili Spring onion Pepper Oyster sauce Cooking wine 1) Display the fish on the plate 2) Fry the ginger n garlic until brown add in onion pepper n oyster sauce , cooking wine n adding abit of water off the fire. 3) Put the tomato chilli n aping onion on top of the fish n pour in the sauce you fried try the taste n put in the boiling water big fire n steam for 8min if the...
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Fried Hokkien Mee by Jensie Tan

IngredientsYellow Mee 1/2kgLaksa Mee 1kgPrawn 1/2 kgSotong 2Pork belly 1/2 kgPork fat oil (but in garlic n abit oil to fry until brown ) Bean sprout 30 cents Kocai abitChop garlic 1/2 boilFish sauceEggs 10Lime abit Soup Base Garlic whole Ginger 5picPepper whole n hamer abitPut in all the ingredients n pork belly to boil until the pork belly soft take out ( cool n cut )abut 20minPut in the whole prawn n cook until cook take out ( peel the head n skin...
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Thursday, May 28, 2015

Chicken Rice by Gina Jiayi

Ingredients5 cloves garlic (Slightly Bruised) 4 cloves shallots (Slightly Bruised) 6 slices of ginger (Slightly Bruised) 1 stalk lemongrass (cut into 2inch and smashed)Pandan leaves (6pcs of 2inch leaves)2 Chicken Thigh & Drum3 cups riceChicken stockChicken Bone Ice water with salt and smashed gingerBlanch chicken bone, rinsed and put into a soup pot of 3litres water boil for 2hrsMarinate chicken thigh & drum with some salt for an hourDuring...
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Hor Fun by Lynn Jolynn

Ingredients1/2 pack hor fun or flat rice noodles (32 oz pack)1/2 pack vermicelli (14 oz pack)3 tablespoons oil1 tablespoon soy sauce1 tablespoon kecap manisToppings12 shrimp (peeled and deveined)12 thin pieces of pork meat12 bay scallops12 thin pieces of fish cake1/2 can chicken broth (14 oz can)5 stalks chinese mustard green/choy sum (cut into 2-inch length)1 1/4 cup water3 cloves garlic (minced)Starch2 tablespoons corn flour1/4 cup waterSeasoning2...
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Claypot crab rice by Ryan Thian

Ingredients3 cup of rice 50g butter 5 cloves of garlic chopped. Melt the butter then add in the garlic and stir fry till fragrant but not burnt. Then add in rice and keep stirring on medium fire until the rice is dry and slightly brown and has absorbed the butter. Transfer the rice to the claypot.Add 2 1/4 cup of water to the rice using the rice cup.On high fire for 5 minutes with cover.Turn fire to medium low for another 5 minutes.Put the washed...
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Japanese Sweet Potato Kueh with Green Beans Filling by Maureen Ng

Dough Recipe 240g glutinous rice flour200g sweet potato (mashed)2 tbsp sugar1 tsp salt6 tbsp cooking oilboiling water (pour slowly to bind)banana leaves* Mix all together to form a dough. Lastly add oil till dough is not sticky.* Steam kuih at low heat for 5 - 8 mins.Filling Recipe250g split green bean200g sugar1 tsp salt150ml water* Soak beans for half hour and steam till cooked and softened.* Mashed it and add sugar, salt and water.Discus...
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Pandan Muffins by Neo Yu Jiing

Ingredients500g all purpose plain flour10g sea salt30g baking powder6g baking soda400g plain yogurt4 big eggs 160g unsalted butter230g caster sugar15g pandan pasteMethodStep1: whisk 4 big eggs together. Don't need to separate yolk and white.Step2: add in caster sugar , whisk it well until sugar dissolved.Step3: add in all wet ingredients (melted unsalted butter, room temperature yogurt, pandan paste) mix well together with all purpose plain flour,...
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Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Sayur Lodeh by Lucinda Lau

Ingredients15 dried chillies (soak and drained)6 slices of galangal5 buah keras (crush)1 onion1/2 tsp belachan1 serai ( slice)1/2 tsp tumeric powder or 1/2 inch of live tumericMethodBlend all the ingredients together with some water in a blender. Heat up 3 tbsps of oil in a pan and fry till oil seeps thru. Add in 1 litre of coconut milk and bring to a boil before adding in 800gms of cabbage, 200gms of long beans and 1 sliced carrot.(Add in any vegetables...
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Chicken Bulgogi by Irene Chan-Whitlam

Ingredients1 lb noneless chicken thighs, sliced1 medium onion, sliced2-3 scallions, cut into 2-inch piecesMarinade3 tablespoons Korean red chili pepper paste (gochujang)1 teaspoon Korean red chili pepper flakes (gochugaru)2 tablespoons light soy sauce2 tablespoons rice wine (or mirin)1 1/2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon sesame oil1 tablespoon garlic, minced1 tablespoon ginger, grated1/8 teaspoon black pepperDirectionsIn a large bowl, make the marinade...
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Orange Chiffon Cake by Vivian Gay‎

Ingredients5 Egg Yolks130g 70% Dark Chocolate60ml Corn Oil100ml Milk55g Cake Flour25g Cocoa Powder1/2 Tsp Baking Powder1/2 Tsp Baking Soda1/4 Tsp Sea SaltMeringue Batter5 Egg Whites50g Caster Sugar1/2 Tsp Lemon JuiceMethod1. Melt d chocolate. Set aside.2. Beat egg yolks till creamy. Stir in oil, milk and melt chocolate.3. Add in dry mixtures.4. Beat egg whites with lemon juice till frosty then slowly add in sugar and beat till stiff peaks. 5. Fold...
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White Fungus Coconut Dessert by Cassandra Chee

Ingredients3 large white fungus3 fresh coconuts200ml Coconut creamRock sugar to tasteMethodRinse & soak white fungus until fully bloomed. Cut away stems. Chop the white fungus coarsely in food processor.Scrap out the coconut flesh & slice to your desired thickness.Simmer the white fungus with coconut water for 20 mins.Add coconut flesh & simmer for another 10 mins.Switch off fire. Add rock sugar and stir to dissolve.Add coconut cream...
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Homemade Rice Crispy Treats by Wendy Tay‎

IngredientsA. 15g butterB. 100g marshmallows C. 1 cup rice crispyMethod1. Melt A and B over boiling water2. Mix in C3. Press into a flat tray lined with baking paper or your preferred mould 4. Chill in fridge till firm before cutting into bite size treats. Prolly 30mins. *You can add in other items like chocolate chips, dried fruits or nuts. Discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/singaporehomecooks/permalink/8149007419123...
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Home made mango pudding by Dong Ni Chen‎

Ingredients2 mangoes1 box of Holly farm mango pudding powderAyam brand trim coconut milk (first try, normally will put carnation milk)containers for storageMethodFirst, cut the mango into cubes. After that, place them evenly into the containers for storage.second, put 400ml of water to boil, pour the hollyfarm mango powder into the pot when u see little bubbles. use a ladle to stir till it completely dissolved. Simmer the fire if is going to overflow....
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Salted Fish with shredded carrots meat balls by Jeannie Lee

I used 250gm minced pork Few thin slices of salted fish - chopped 1 carrot - shredded Mixed all the above. Season with sesame oil and pepper. Roll into balls and deep fry till golden brown. Serve hot.Discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/singaporehomecooks/permalink/8284844572206...
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Mini cheese cake by Josephine Ng

Ingredients85g digestive biscuits ( around 6-7 pieces)60g melted butter Crushed biscuits into crumbs mixed with melted butter, stir until combinedDivide the mixture between cupcake molds linked with lined.Press down firmly to make crust , put in the freeze for 2hrs.For filling250g cream cheese ( 1 block)100g sugar1 tsp cornstarch1 tsp vanilla essence1 tbsp fresh lemon juice2 eggsMethodBeat cream cheese on a low speed until smoothAdd sugar, cornstarch,...
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Pandan Chiffon Cuppies by Emy Lee

Makes 12 cuppiesIngredients20g cooking oil50g coconut milka drizzle of pandan lemak flavoring small pinch of salt40g top flour (sifted once)2 egg yolks3 whites45g caster sugarpinch of cream of tartar (optional)Cupcake paper linersCupcake trayMethod1. Pour the cooking oil, coconut milk, pandan lemak flavoring and salt into a pot.2. Heat pot over a small flame until you can no longer touch the pot mouth (or 50 degrees). Turn off heat.3. Stir and then...
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Tuesday, May 26, 2015

Durian Kaya by Judy Cho

Cooking time : 10minsIngredients120gm of durian puree (Blender to mix to puree form)100gm sugar4 egg yolks200ml coconut cream1 pandan knobNon-stick wokMethod1. Add sugar, durian puree and coconut cream to non-stick wok with pandan knob over slow heat until dissolve. Stir for 8-10mins slow heat. 2. Use only 4 egg yolks hand beat. 3. Add beaten egg yolks to your ingredient in non stick wok and slow mix thoroughly4. Cook for only 5 mins until your kaya...
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Braised Bean Paste Chicken with Potatoes by Lily Tan

Ingredients (serves 4)- 3 pcs Chicken Thigh (cut into small pieces)- 2 Potatoes (cut into small chunks)- Garlic & Ginger (minced)Sauce- 1-2 tsp Salted Bean Paste/Sauce [taucu 豆酱] (may also use chili bean paste 辡豆瓣酱 for spicy version)- 1 tsp Dark Soy Sauce- SugarMarinate for chicken- Light Soy Sauce, Sugar, Sesame Oil, Chinese Cooking WineSteps1. Marinate chicken for at least 30 mins.2. Mash bean paste briefly in a small bowl using the back of...
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Roasted chicken with garlic, onions & thyme by Cassandra Chee

1. Melt 4 tbsp butter with 2 tbsp thyme, generous amount of sea salt & freshly grounded black pepper.2. In a baking tray, place potatoes, carrots, onions & chicken.3. Rub melted butter all over the chicken including its insides & underneath its skin before filling up the entire carcass with loads of garlic cloves (skin on).3. Coat the potatoes, carrots & onions with remaining melted butter in the baking tray. Don't be tempted to add...
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Mussels Spaghetti in White Wine Tomato Base by Irene Chan-Whitlam‎

250g whole-wheat linguine or spaghetti1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil2 large cloves garlic, chopped1 15-ounce can crushed tomatoes with basil1 pack o mussels, cleaned 3/4 cup dry white wineBig pinch of crushed red pepper1/4 teaspoon saltFreshly ground pepper to taste1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and transfer to a large serving...
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Chocolate Banana Bread by Ellena Guan

Ingredients120g Unsalted Butter, soften170g brown sugar240g self-raising flour2 large eggs (60g each)1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract3 Large banana, mashed (about 1 cup)50g walnut (roughly chopped), optional50g dark chocolate chips, optional Method1. Preheat oven to 180 degree, grease and flour a loaf tin (21 x 11 x 6cm).2. Sieved flour and baking soda together and set aside. Cream butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl using...
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Braised Big Drumstick by Mabel Tan

I marinate the drumsticks with 3 tbsp soya sauce and 2 tsp sesame oil for 1 hr 1st.Ingredients8 big drumsticks1 chicken cube1 tbsp sesame oil2 tbsp oyster sauce2 dash pepper2 serving shao xing jiu using the its own cover (wine - optional)5 tbsp Feng He dark sauce 3 tbsp dark sweet sauce4 cups water (cook rice cups) depend how much gravy u n want✌4 minced garlics3 big sliced onions.8 hard boiled eggs (optional)15 shiitake mushrooms5 Holland potatoes...
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Gula Melaka Coconut Tarts by Andrew Lim

Pastry90g butter (room temp)40g castor sugar1 tsp vanilla extract1 egg (beaten)160g plain flour (sifted)A pinch of saltWhisk butter and sugar till light and fluffy. Add in egg, salt and vanilla extract. Mix well. Fold in sifted flour bit by bit and mix well till a dough is formed. Put pastry in plastic wrap and chill in fridge for at least 1 hr.Coconut filling100ml of Gula Melaka syrup200g of grated coconut40g butter (room temp)1 tsp of corn flour1...
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Almond Butter cake by Esther Tho

250g butter (semi soften)150g fine sugar4 eggs 160g self raising flour 1 tsp of vanilla2 tbsp Almond powder30-50g ground Almond2 tbsp (30ml) of milk / whip creamPinch of salt30-50g ground Almond nutsAlmond flakes to sprinkle on top.1. Cream butter and sugar till fluffy2. Add vanilla & add egg one at a time till creamy3. Add in sifted flour, Almond powder & salt by 2 or 3 portion mix well4. Add in ground Almond nuts5. Finally add in the milk...
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Maccha Marble Bread (Green Tea) by Helen Kwek

Ingredients 360g Bread Flour3/4 Cup Warm Water1 Egg6g Bakeable Green Tea Power1/4 Tsp Salt 1/2 tsp yeast 30g Butter (Salted)70g RaisinsThings to get ready - Standby* 2 medium bowls* plastic wrap* some bread flour for kneading useDirections1) Get ready the green tea power, add into a bowl. Pour in 3/4 tsp of hot water to mix into a paste. Take some warm water from the cup & pour into the yeast & stir to dissolve.(10 mins)- Pour in the warm...
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Apple Pie by Jade Oh

IngredientsPastry250gm ~~ Plain Flour30gm ~~ Self Raising Flour150gm ~~ Butter2tbsp ~~ Caster Sugar2tbsp ~~ Cold WaterFilling4big ~~ Fuji Apples1tsp ~~ Ground Cinnamon1/4tsp ~~ Ground Nutmeg2tbsp ~~ SugarMethod1. Preheat the oven to moderate 180°C. To make the pastry , work together the flour, butter n sugar until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Add the water until the mixture come together. Cover n chill for 20 minutes.2. To make the filling,...
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Almond prawn cake by Rontree Chan

10 mid size prawns diced10 mid size prawns minced4 Tbsp minced pork1 tsp salt2 tsp sugar1 Tbsp white rice wine1/2 tsp white pepper 1 tsp corn flour.1 tsp soy sauce. Some almond flakes and strips (I forgot to measure, just wanted to use up my lao hong almond)Make about 7-8 prawn cakes.Mix all ingredients except almond till gluey. Use a spoon to scoop a dollop of prawn mixture to a pool of almond flakes.Slowly coated it and press lightly to flatten...
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Cucur ikan bilis by Lena Lai

Recipe: http://rozitaibrahim.com/bikin-laris-anak-makan-cucur-udang-bilis/Discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/singaporehomecooks/permalink/828727010529710/?__mref=message_bub...
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Cereal Prawns by Jeannie Lee

10 big fresh prawnspinch of salt1 cup of cereal - I used nestum cereal2 tbsp milk powder - I used Nespray milk powder 1 egg - beaten2tbsp plain flour50gm buttercurry leavesWash and dried prawns with kitchen tissue. add a pinch of salt to the prawns followed by beaten egg.Coat prawns with flour and shallow fry prawns till cooked.Dish out and leave aside. In a pan, heat up butter and throw in curry leaves. Stir fry till fragrant. Add in cereal and...
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