Friday, September 11, 2015

Stuffed Prawns in Crispy Wonton Skin by Rita Choo‎

Ingredients15 wonton wrappers (thinly shredded [please see image 1], use more if necessary)12 large prawns (de-shelled leaving tails intact and rinsed) 100g raw prawn meat (finely chopped)1 medium onion (finely chopped) 1 egg (scoop 1 tbsp* egg white for prawn mixture and beat the remaining egg in a bowl)1/2 cup cornflour salt & pepper to tasteoil for deep fryingMethod1. Make a slit along the inside of the prawns (ingredient no. 2 [please see...
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Beer Chicken Stew by Michelle Heng

Ingredients10 pcs chicken mid joint wings1 can Campbell Cream of Chicken soup1 can beer (I used Heinekin)1 big can button mushrooms (whole)1 tbsp garlic (minced)1 bay leaf1 carrot 4 mini potatoesSalt & pepper (to taste)Steps1. Cut carrot and potato into chunks.2. Combine and whisk the beer and cream of chicken, set aside.3. Fry garlic till fragrant then add and stir fry carrot and potatoes for 1-2 minutes before adding in the chicken wings.4....
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Chilli Sauces by Jensie Tan

1) Indonesia Peanut Sauce 250 peanut butter250ml hot water5 garlic crushed to paste3 small chilli chopped fine2tbsp fresh ginger chopped2tbs brown sugar30ml soy sauce Mix all together2) Indonesia Belachan 6 big chilli n 4 small chilli 6 garlic 4 shallot cut half 2tbs Balachan fry or tost 1tsp sugar 1tbsp gulamalaka 1 big Tomato cutLime juiceFry Big in chilli , garluc ,shallot n tomato untill soft add in balachan n off the fire add in gulamaka...
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Pizza by Jensie Tan‎

150 g soft butter100g sugar15 g yeast 1 egg1tsp salt450g water500g bread flour 500g plain flour1) put all the ingredients except flours n beat at medium speed for about 3 min add in bread flour n plain flour n continue to beat into smooth dough n keep aside for about 25 min 2) cut into small pic about 50g to 60g n roll into flat round Place on the pizza tray n rest for 10 min 3) mix the topping ingredients except mozzarella cheese Spread the tomato...
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Battered Prawns by Tan Poh Lian‎

1kg prawnsMix the following for the batter...250g flour1 tablespoon Planta margarine2 teaspoon salt1 eggWaterDeep fry using knife brand oilDiscussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/singaporehomecooks/permalink/8824438984913...
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Rice Cooker Steamed Egg by Shuzhi Xu

Ingredients2 eggs1 packet of Swanson Chicken Broth6 crab sticks(cut into pieces)Method1. Whisk eggs2. Mix chicken broth with egg3. Put crab sticks into a bowl, sieve mixture from "2" into the bowl.4. Knock base of the bowl against table to allow air to escape from egg mixture.5. Put the bowl of egg mixture on steaming rack of rice cooker after 10 min of rice cooking process6. Steamed Egg is ready when rice is cooked (about 20min)There is still bubbles...
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Stir Fry Bittergourd & Pork by Wendy Ong

IngredientsHalf bittergourd (sliced)Half cucumber (sliced)Minced pork from ntuc (1 pkt I used 1/3 only)Crispy Silver Anchovy with Chilli (bought at NTUC)MethodBoiled bitter gourd & cucumber in the hot boiling water until it turn soft (with a bit of salt) and drain it set aside.Boiled the minced pork and drain it set aside.Heat wok with seasame oil and saute the minced pork until it fragrant.Add bitter gourd & cucumber and stir fry with minced...
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Kueh kodok by Janet Chia‎

Ingredients1) Bananas 5-6pcs2) Plain flour, 80 g3) Rice flour 20 g4) Brown sugar 1 tbsp (if banana is sweet without sugar could be considered)5) Salt a little6) Dried shredded coconut 2 tbsp (or more) optionalMethod1) Smash banana into puree and add in all ingredients and mixed evenly. (If too thick, you can add bananas or water. Add flour if is too watery)2) Heat up oil, scooped up the right amount of banana batter with a spoon and into the frying...
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Braised Duck Legs by Xyun Xyun

2tbl soy sauces1tbl oyster sauce1tblsp dark s.sauces1tbl sesame oil2tbl sugar1tbl hua tiao wineabit corn flourpepperShao xing bean curd (red)chilli black bean* abit spicy Add few tblsps waterMarinate & keep in fridge overnite,covered**(This is just a guideline only..pls do adjust to your own preference).Pre-heat oven 180 degree 10minsWrapped the meat with 2 pcs aluminium foilI bake at 150 degrees for 1 hour then bake at 130 degrees for 30mins…...
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Watermelon Steamed Cake by Pimalati Sari‎

Ingredients3 eggs300 gm white sugar 225 gm all purpose flour1/2 tbsp cake emulsifier / ovaletBanana essence110 ml soda water ( i use sprite)1/2 tsp baking powderMethod1. Mix all ingredients EXCEPT baking powder and essence, high speed, till the mixture white and really soft (ribbon test)2. Add the banana essence and baking powder. Stir well3. Divide the mixture, add the colour. 4. Put on the cup (with cupcase), and steam 10 min. High heat.5. Let...
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Fried Curry Chicken Rice Ball by Rontree Chan

Yield 6 ballsMixed 1 1/2 bowl of plain rice with 2 ladle of curry sauce, 3 pieces of potatoes and with dash of salt.Mash the potatoes and mix all ingredients to combine well.Use a ice cream scoop to scoop a portion of rice. Press a dimple into the centre of the rice and insert in a small piece of boneless curry chicken.Seal it back and compress it tight. Eject out the curry rice ball into a plastic bag and shape it, pack it tight.For the coating,1st...
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Braised Peanuts by Zen Yip‎

Ingredients300g raw peanuts (deshelled, washed and soaked overnight), waterSeasoning2 tbsp light soy sauce, 1 tbsp dark soy sauce, 1/2 tsp 5-spice powder, dash of salt and sugarMethodHeat water to boil the peanuts for 1 hour. Transfer to slow cooker and cooked till is almost soften. Add seasonings (adjust to your own desired taste).You can add corn starch to have the smooth sauce. (Optional).Discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/singa...
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Airfried Nam Yee Mid-joint Chicken Wings by Michelle Heng

Ingredients10 pcs chicken wings2 pcs nam yee1.5 tbsp nam yee sauce1 tbsp shaoxing wine1 tbsp garlic powder/minced garlic2 tbsp self raising flourOlive oilSteps1. Wash and pat dry chicken wings.2. Marinate the meat for at least 4 hrs (preferably overnight) with all the seasoning (except for self raising flour & oil), covered in fridge.3. 10 mins before airfrying, dredge the wings in self raising flour, tap off excess flour and set aside for 10-15mins.4....
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Mayonnaise Prawns by Jeannie Lee

300gm large prawns salt n pepper to marinate 1 egg whitePotato starch4 tbsp mayonnaise 1tbsp Lemon juice 1/2 tbsp condensed milk (Combine and mix well. Chill in the fridge)Wash and shell prawns.Cut along the back and devein. Remove the "vein". Try to pull out in one piece so you don't end up with a lot of vein pieces. Lightly season salt n pepper on prawns.Heat up a pan with oil. Mix seasoned prawns with egg white and roll with potato starch flour.Slowly...
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Homemade Fishballs by Lena Lai

Separate the flesh from the skin and bones. Put into a ziplock bag.Use a roller to roll the flesh till it become paste.Push the paste and add 1 tbsp cold salted water (1tbsp salt and got water, dissolve n freeze for 1/2 hr), 1 tbsp of corn flour and some dashes of pepper. Now use your hand to knead. (Hand outside of plastic bag.) Knead about 5 mins will do. This way your hands r totally clean.Flatten the paste again and send...
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Chocolate Savarin Cake by Kelly Ko

100g egg whites45g caster sugar15g golden syrup25g cake flour110g almond flour/ extra fine blanched almond60g browned butter50g mini choc chips or rice50g chocolate ganacheNote: Like most French cakes, batter must rest for 1-2 days in fridge and return to room temperature before baking. Recipe makes only 5 for my mould of 7cm x 3 cm holes. Can also use muffin pans,1) Heat butter in a thick bottom pot on medium, when sizzle turn to low fire and heat...
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Monday, August 31, 2015

Slow roast pork ribs by Cassandra Chee

Ingredients1.2kg pork ribs, cut into 3 bones per sectionHoney Seasoning1 cup of water3 tbsp Tomato sauce3 tbsp Hoisin sauce3 tbsp Soya sauce2 tbsp Garlic powderFreshly grounded black pepperMethod1. Preheat oven to 150 degrees.2. Place your pork ribs in a baking tray.3. Mix your seasoning & pour all over pork ribs.4. Place all the meat side down onto the seasoning.5. Roast for 5 hours.6. Turn the meat side up, drizzle generous amount of honey...
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Sunday, August 30, 2015

Strawberry chocolate tart by Ong Poon Yin‎

Ingredients180 g of oreo cookies crumb80g of melt butter.Combine and compress into the tart base.Freeze it for 1/2 an hour.Filling350g of semi sweet chocolate1 1/4 cup of heavy cream1 tsp of instant coffee powder.MethodHeat up heavy cream and melt the coffee powder in there. Remove from heat. Add in the semi sweet chocolate chips and let it stand for couple of min to melt the chip. Stir till smooth and just pour it into the set tart base. Add in...
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Saturday, August 29, 2015

French Style Chicken

*Note: all quantities are estimated as cooked by estimation. Please credit recipe as Hubby came up with these steps himself. Serves 3-4 adultsIngredients6 Chicken drumsticks and/or chicken legsButter about 2 tablespoons 1 large onion, diced 1 punnet of brown mushroom, quartered or halved Chicken stock 100mlWhite wine 50mlFresh Thyme, few sprigsThickened cream 2 tablespoonsParsley, choppedSteps1. Marinate chicken parts with salt and pepper. 2. Sear...
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Beef brisket by Karen Leong

Ingredients500g beef brisket500g beef shin (my own preference. can use brisket and tendon only)500g beef tendon 3 big daikonginger (thumb size)2 cloves of garlicDry Flavouring3 star anise2 cinnamon stick1 pack of dried tangerine peelWet Flavouring (mix all in a bowl)4 tbsp of Chu Hou sauce2 pieces of red fermented bean curd1 tsp 5-spice powder1 tsp pepper2 tbsp of sugar1 tbsp dark soy sauce2 tbsp soy sauce dash of shaoxing wine (I use brandy)PreparationCut...
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Friday, August 28, 2015

Stir Fry Pork Loin & Radish by Helga Soo

Ingredients 300g Pork Loin (thinly sliced)300g Radish (thinly sliced)Some Shredded Gingers1 stalk of Scallion (cut,about 5cm) 2 tablespoons of Olive Oil50ml Water1 teaspoon of Salt1 teaspoon of Sugar1 tablespoon of Light Soy SauceDashes of Salt & Pepper1 tablespoon of Corn Flour Method1) Soak Sliced Radish for about 30 mins, pat dry and set aside2) Blanch Pork till about 80% cooked, marinade with dashes of Salt, Pepper & rub with 1 tablespoon...
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Fruit Pastry Cake by Vanessa Tay

Ingredient 100g butter, softened at room temperature150g caster sugar 50g low fat yogurt / sour cream3 eggs, lightly beaten, room temperature1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract1 teaspoon lemon or orange zest210g self raising flour 250g fruits *tossed with 2 tablespoon sugar*(You can use strawberries, blueberries, peaches, bananas, oranges, pears, apples, pineapple, or any other fruits that are not too juicy. I omitted the sugar and used as much fruits,...
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Thursday, August 27, 2015

Airfried Stuffed Mid Joint Chicken Wings by Michelle Heng

Ingredients10 pcs mid joint chicken wings20 pcs cheesy chicken sausages1/2 egg (lightly beaten)1 cup KFC powderOilSteps1. Debone and wash wings, drain.2. Stuff 2 pieces of sausage into each wing, repeat process till all wings are done.3. Dip wings into egg then dredge with KFC powder, set aside for 5mins.4. Spray a spritz of oil onto each wing and airfry them at 180 deg C for 10mins on a grill pan. Flip once 1/2 time into airfrying.5. Flip wings...
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Cempedak Muffins by Andrew Lim

Ingredients120g of unsalted butter, room temperature1 cup of castor sugar2 eggs2 cups of all purpose flour1.5 tsp of baking powder0.5 tsp of salt2 tsp of cempedak essence (Optional)1.5 cups of cempedak puree (from around 1 small cempedak + 2 tbsp. of icing sugar)Half cup of milkHandful of chopped almonds (Optional)MethodPreheat oven to 180 Deg C.Sift flour, salt & baking powder together in a bowl.Beat sugar and butter till light and fluffy.Add...
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Tau Suan by Tan Connie‎

IngredientsYellow split beans rinsed n soaked abt 2hrs or till bloated1 litre boiled water1/4 cup castor sugar2-3 tbsp orange sugarHalf bowl of potato flour mixed with waterA few knotted pandan leavesSteps1. Rinse the beans clean, soak & put aside.2. Once beans are bloated, steam it in medium heat with 2 knotted pandan leaves till al-dente (cooked n grainy texture)3. In a cooking pot, pour the castor sugar n let it slowly brown over low heat....
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Fried omelette otah by Tan Connie

IngredientsOne pack otah 3 big eggsSome cornflourSteps1. Thaw the packet of frozen otah to room temperature.2. Pat both sides with some cornflour.3. Heat up a frying pan with some oil. Fry the pc of otah till u see a slightly crispy layer.3. Dice or smash it loosely, then add the beaten eggs all over it.4. Fry it any way u prefer. But i prefer to fry like omelette or orh-luak style till cooked.5. Dish up onto a plate n garnish with some coriander...
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Ondeh Ondeh by Tan Connie

Abt 45pcsIngredients300g sweet potatoes after boiled n mashedAbt 250g glutinous rice flourOne packet gula melaka (chopped in cubes or shaved coarsely)One fresh coconut grated cleanSome knotted pandan leavesA pinch of saltSteps1. Brush clean the sweet potatoes. Boil it in a pot of water with some knotted pandan leaves.2. Test the potatoes if cooked by poking it with a fork. It should poke thru easily if cooked. Scoop up and leave to cool slightly.3....
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Chashu and Tamago Miso Ramen by Tan Connie

Tamago---------Ingredients3 cold large eggs2 tbspn jap soy sauce2 tbspn huatiowjiu6 tbspn boiled water2 tspn brown sugarSteps1. Bring a pot of water to boil. 2. When it starts to boil, lower the cold eggs with a sieve ladle very carefully into the boiling water. You may scoop some water onto the cold eggs first bef immersing. This helps it to integrate into the boiling water better.3. Once immersed, time it 7 mins. 4. Remove the eggs from pot and...
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Doritos Crusted Oven Baked Mid-Joint Chicken Wings by Tay Ai Whey

Ingredients12 -14 pieces of mid-joint chicken wings1 packet Doritos Spicy Nacho Flavored (you can use any other flavour you like)1 cup flour2 eggsSalt, pepper and other seasonings to tasteMethodPlace the mid-joint chicken wings in a bowl and season according to your own taste. Place the Doritos Spicy Nacho in a ziplock bag and smash them to crumbs (I use a roller pin to the go over it).Place one cup of flour on a deep plate or bowl.Place two eggs...
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Char Siew by Jeannie Lee‎

500gm Pork Shoulder/collar2tbsp light sauce 2tbsp oyster sauce 2tbsp sugar 1tbsp sesame oil5pcs crushed garlics 1tbsp char siew sauce Marinate all the above seasoning with the pork for 3 hours or more. I put in my roasting pan to cook till the pork is tender and sauce almost dried up. Make sure the pork is well coated with the sauce before dish out.Allow to cool before you slice. Enjoy!Discussion: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=116...
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Laksa by Tay Ai Whey

Laksa Paste Ingredients8 shallots chopped12 large dried red chillies, soaked in lukewarm water for 1 hour200g dried shrimps soaked in lukewarm water for 4 hours2 stalks lemongrass sliced5 cashew nuts2 garlic cloves chopped2 teaspoon shrimp paste1 teaspoon oilNoodles600g rice vermicelliSoup1 cup coconut milk750ml chicken stock3 basil leaves2 stalks lemongrass flatten and tie in knotsPlace dried chillies in a small heatproof bowl. Cover with boiling...
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Cinnamon Twist Rolls by Rita Choo

Recipe adapted: http://muchamunch.com/2013/02/27/cinnamon-twist-rolls/Ingredients:Frozen Prata (lightly thawed)butter/cinnamon sugar mix*icing sugar for dusting (optional)*How to prepare butter/cinnamon sugar mixIngredients (enough for 5 rolls):2 heaped tbsp of butter (melted)2 heaped tbsp of raw sugar (can use brown sugar)2 tsp of ground cinnamonMethod:1. Pre-heat oven to 200ºC. Grease or line a baking tray with baking paper.2. Mix butter, raw sugar...
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Steamed Stuffed Orange by Michelle Heng

Ingredients4 oranges80g crab meat80g minced meat5 + 2 tbsp shaoxing wine1 + 2 tbsp rice vinegar1 tbsp sugar1 tsp salt2 tbsp oil1 tsp chicken powder1 tbsp black vinegar4-5 pcs dried chrysanthemum flowerSteps1. Cut an orange cap about 1/4 from top, either straight through or using a special V fruit cutting kit. Set side the caps.2. Dig out all the flesh leaving a thin layer inside the orange. Remove pulp from its jacket and set aside with the juice.3....
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Fried Chicken Wings with red fermented tofu (南乳) by Jeannie Lee

15pcs mid joint wings 3 to 4pcs fermented tofu 1cup all purpose flour/plain flour 1/2tsp salt1tsp sesame seeds oilPepperMarinate all the above for 3 or more hoursHeat up a pan with oil,once oil is hot, coat each chicken wing with flour, slowly drop wing into hot oil and fry both side till golden brown or till cook.Dish out and serve hot. Enjoy!Discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/singaporehomecooks/permalink/8676884133002...
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Monkey Head Mushrooms in Hawthorn Sauce by Michelle Heng

Ingredients200g monkey head mushrooms5 slices ginger2 tbsp self raising flourOil (deep frying)Sauce50g hawthorn flake snack1/2 tbsp vinegar100 ml waterSteps1. Soak monkey head mushrooms overnight, rinse twice and squeeze dry.2. Blanch the mushrooms in a pot of boiling water with the ginger slices. Drain and when cooled, squeeze dry again.3. Blend the hawthorn flake snack in 100ml water and set aside.4. Dredge the mushrooms with self raising flour...
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Dorie Greenspan's Stuffed Pumpkin with Everything Good by Michelle Heng

Recipe adapted from http://www.marthastewart.com/348891/pumpkin-stuffed-everything-goodIngredients1 mini sugar pie pumpkins (250-300g)1 pc stale bread (baked into croutons)30g cheese combi (gruyere, emmenthal & cheddar; cut into bite size cubes)2 tbsp bacon (fried and roughly chopped)1 pc sausage (diced)1/2 tbsp minced garlic100ml cooking creamPinch nutmeg powderSalt & pepper (to taste)Steps1. Cut off cap (about 1/4 from top), remove seeds...
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Airfried Cereal Crusted Codfish by Michelle Heng

Ingredients3 pcs codfish1 cup cornflakes (lightly crushed)2 tbsp plain flour1 tsp dried parsley1/2 egg (lightly beaten)1/2 + 1/2 tsp salt1/2 + 1/2 tsp pepperOilSteps1. Season codfish with 1 tsp of salt & pepper each for at least 1/2 hr.2. Mix crushed cornflakes, 1/2 tsp salt & pepper and parsley thoroughly on a plate.3. Coat the codfish flesh only with flour then dip into egg before dredging the flesh portion with the cornflakes mixture,...
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Tuesday, August 25, 2015

'Famous Amos' Crunchy chocolate chip cookies by Joey Foo

Ingredients500g self raising flour(sift with bicarbonate soda)320g unsalted butter(soft but still slightly cold)240g brown sugar20g caster sugar1/4 teaspoon chocolate emulco(from supermarket or baking shops)2 eggs200g chocolate chips(Hershey's)5g Bicarbonate sodaPinch of saltMethod1. Preheat oven at 160 degrees.Put unsalted butter, brown sugar, caster sugar and salt in mixing bowl and cream till blended.2. Add in eggs, one at a time and mix till...
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Oven Baked S'mores Cone by Cat Yo

IngredientsWaffle coneMarshmallowsChocolate chip/ BarSliced bananaMethodCrushed nuts, crushed oreo cookies, dried cranberries and raisinsFill each cone with the above ingredients, bake at 180C for about 5-7 mins. Or until the marshmallows are toasted. Serve while piping hot, the hot melty goodness is what makes this s'mores sooooo good!Discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/singaporehomecooks/permalink/8756582125032...
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Baked salmon with mashed potato topped with cheese by Cat Yo

Ingredients2 strips of Bacon – baked, chopped(for garnish)350g - 400g Salmon (rainbow trout)fillet , season with alce nero olive oil, salt and pepperDIY Mixed Sauce:1 tbsp alce nero balsamic vinegar2 tbsp oyster sauce1 tbsp light soy sauce1 tbsp honeySome black pepper, dried rosemary, dried parsley, garlic powder and olive oilPreheat oven 220CBake salmon for 5-8mins, pour sauce over it, back to oven bake for 5 mins, topped with cheese, bake for another...
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Seafood Pasta in Chilli Crab Sauce by Lily Tan

Ingredients: (serves 2)1) Spaghetti- 200g Alce Nero Organic Spaghetti- 1 tbsp Alce Nero Organic Olive Oil- 1 tsp vegetable oil- pinch of salt 2) Seafood- a selection of seafood (I used prawns, sotong, fish, scallops, lala white clams)- butter - vegetable oil- 2 cloves garlic (finely chopped)- 2 green limes - salt 3) Chilli Crab Saucea) Cut & blend finely to make paste:- 5 cloves garlic - 10 cloves shallots - 1 thumb-sized galangal - 2 red chilli...
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50-secs Pandan Almond Mug Cake by Lily Tan

Ingredients: (make 2 cakes)- 1 egg- 60g butter - 2 tbsp coconut milk- half tsp fresh pandan extract- half tsp pandan flavour (if not using this, substitute with 1 more tsp of fresh pandan extract if its flavor is strong enough)- 30g sugar- 50g self-raising flour- tiny pinch of salt- 2 tbsp almond flakesMethod1. Spread almond flakes evenly on a microwave-safe plate and cook in microwave for about 2½ mins or until flakes turn lightly-brown. Remove...
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Monday, August 24, 2015

Seafood Paella by Anna Tan

Ingredients3- 4 tablespoons Alce Nero Extra Virgin olive oil2 medium onions, finely chopped1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch dice1⁄4 lb spanish chorizo, sliced4 garlic cloves, minced4 tablespoon Alce Nero chuncky tomato puree1 1/4 tsp teaspoons paprikasaltfresh ground black pepper320ml medium grain rice (preferably bomba or Arborio)475ml fish/ chicken/ beef broth 1 teaspoon saffron thread8 mussels, well scrubbed (or littleneck clam...
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Sticky Date Pudding with Rum Butterscotch Sauce by Anna Tan

Ingredients90 gram of dates ( seeds removed)¼ cup hot water70 gram butter95 gram plain flour40 gram gula Melaka½ tsp cinnamon powder½ tsp nutmeg powder½ baking powder½ baking soda1 egg1 tsp vanilla extractRum Toffee Sauce1/3 cup gula Melaka¼ cup butter1/3 cup heavy cream¼ cup black rum ¼ tsp sea salt½ tsp vanilla extract Method for Making Dates Muffin (Makes 6)1.Preheat oven at 180°C. Simmer dates in 1/4 cup water until soft, let stand 10 mins, blend...
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