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Rice Kheer – Indian Rice Pudding

June 11, 2014

Growing up, dessert wasn't something we ate very often. In fact, we rarely ate out back then. When my late dad was still around, eating out every weekend was a norm though. Mom started working 2 years after dad passed away. Expenses were pretty tight and cooking was definitely a better option than eating out. Lucky us, my mom is…

Asian Chinese New Year Noodles/Pasta Ramadan Yum Picks by Maya

Chinese Wonton Noodles

April 3, 2014

A couple of days back, I made Chinese Wonton Noodles. Wonton/wantan is a delicious Chinese dumpling that is not only famous in Asia but it has also gained popularity in non Asian countries. These little yummy packages are so versatile from the filling to the way you cooked them, you can either cook them in soups or fry them to be…

Asian Ramadan Seafood

Chef Wan’s Nyonya Squid Sambal

March 19, 2014

Chef Wan's Nyonya squid sambal is a dish that originate from the Peranakan (Straits chinese). The "Peranakan" refers to people of mixed Chinese and Malay/Indonesian heritage. They are also well known as the "Baba nyonya". Peranakan males are known as Babas while the females are known as Nyonyas. My brothers and me are years apart in age, thus I grew…

Asian Dessert Ramadan

Bubur Chacha Recipe

February 7, 2014

Don't you feel at times researchers are over-researching things? Initially we were told to cook with olive oil due to it's immerse benefits. A few years down the road, they "found" out that olive oil, when heated gets altered. It is said that high frying temperatures isn't suitable for olive oil as when it is heated,it gets toxic. Then you had…

Asian Meat Quick and Easy Ramadan Soup/Salad

Vietnamese Salad with Peanut Sauce

January 21, 2014

Vietnamese Salad with Peanut Sauce. Don't cha think that the name of this salad itself sounds delicious? I know I have said this even so often, but I am a huge huge fan of salads.I mean what is there not to love about salads? They are Nutritious Colourful Easy to prepare Delicious Makes you feel good…

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Abok abok sago

June 25, 2013

Mum came back with a whole stack of banana leaves, taken from my aunt's garden. There are so many things that you can do with a stack of banana leaves. I was initially very motivated to make full use of these banana leaves but it turned out to be a case of the dreams being bigger than the determination. Big…

Quick and Easy Ramadan Side dish Yum Picks by Maya

Vietnamese Spring Rolls

June 20, 2013

vietnamese-spring-roll These are a hit in the family and my mom is the biggest fan. Mom is quite selective with her food and there are a few of my "creations" that she really love and would keep asking for repeats. One of the things that is right on top of her list would be these Vietnamese spring rolls. My…

Asian Breakfast Eid Noodles/Pasta Ramadan Yum Picks by Maya

Mee Siam Recipe

September 3, 2012

I can't believe that it is already 5th day of Ramadan. Like seriously, it felt as if it was only yesterday that I was so eagerly waiting to usher in Ramadan. Anyways Ramadan has been moving along very nicely, serene and enjoyable at the same time. I have a confession to make. I have been idling around for the beginning…

Asian Healthy Mains Noodles/Pasta Ramadan Seafood

Penang Assam Laksa Recipe

November 25, 2010

Hey everyone! Hope you're all doing well. It feels like forever since I last posted. A lot has happened, but I'll try to keep it concise. Life took an unexpected turn, and I'm slowly getting back on my feet, literally. In the midst of spring cleaning for Ramadan beginning of March, an accident with a trolley led to a severe…

Asian Mains Quick and Easy Ramadan Seafood Yum Picks by Maya

Udang masak lemak nenas – Pineapple prawn curry

August 28, 2010

I visited my dad’s sister earlier this week. She suffered a stroke and I can’t stop thinking about her. It's a reminder that life can change in an instant. I'm praying for her recovery and hoping that she can get back to her normal life soon. While it was indeed sad, we also cherished some heartwarming moments. My father passed…

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Rice Kheer – Indian Rice Pudding

Chinese Wonton Noodles

Chef Wan’s Nyonya Squid Sambal

Bubur Chacha Recipe

Vietnamese Salad with Peanut Sauce

Abok abok sago

Vietnamese Spring Rolls

Mee Siam Recipe

Penang Assam Laksa Recipe

Udang masak lemak nenas – Pineapple prawn curry