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Category: Asian

Fish Curry

Fish Curry
October 12, 2023August 30, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 12 Comments

I make curries all the time, and every now and then I do a shellfish one. But this is the first time I have made a fish curry. I was concerned the curry would overpower the fish. But the balance of heat to seafood was perfect. The key is to use a firm fish so … Continue reading Fish Curry

Chicken Ramen

Chicken Ramen
October 10, 2023August 29, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 6 Comments

This chicken ramen was the perfect bowl of noodles. The stock was rich, mushrooms offered umami. And the noodles had the perfect slip and texture. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Chicken Ramen ♥ When I first joined Facebook it was a way to connect with friends and family. And with Twitter (or … Continue reading Chicken Ramen

Ramen Noodles

Ramen Noodles
October 3, 2023October 4, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 7 Comments

I have never had fresh ramen noodles so I have no clue whether these taste authentic or not. I can however tell you that they are totally different to the dried ones I have cooked with. The process is quite long, but totally worth it in my opinion. You will however need a pasta roller … Continue reading Ramen Noodles

Ramen Eggs

September 26, 2023August 29, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 10 Comments

I slightly overcooked my ramen eggs but that did not detract from how tasty they were. And how perfectly they went with the meal I created. I would suggest perfecting the eggs so that the yolks are still runny, but the whites hard boiled. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Ramen Eggs ♥ … Continue reading Ramen Eggs

Coronation Chicken

September 14, 2023July 31, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 22 Comments

I am a day late and a dollar short when it comes to making Coronation Chicken. This dish using spicy mayonnaise was created by Constance Spry and Rosemary Hume for the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953. I was looking for ideas to use up leftover roast chicken, and this really seemed like a … Continue reading Coronation Chicken

Baked Roti

September 12, 2023July 21, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 16 Comments

It is more economical to buy a whole chicken than cut up pieces. Dave braais the chicken and we eat a thigh and drumstick each, the same night. And then we use the rest of the meat in a variety of meals. This is a huge saving, not only financially, but in time, as I … Continue reading Baked Roti

Spiced Apple Chutney

September 7, 2023September 8, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 16 Comments

It might sound odd to blitz a chutney. But this spiced apple chutney is so good, so I hope you will follow my advice. Serve with any curry to add spice and sweetness. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Spiced Apple Chutney ♥ There is one thing about airlines that will always confuse … Continue reading Spiced Apple Chutney

Laotian Pork Curry

July 18, 2023July 19, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 12 Comments

I bought a bulk pack of pork chops and was not sure what to do with them. As it was cold outside, I thought a curry would be a good idea. Not wanting anything too spicy, and something fragrant I decided to make a Laotian Pork Curry. I have no idea if this is authentic. … Continue reading Laotian Pork Curry

Laotian Curry Paste

June 27, 2023June 28, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 7 Comments

This Laotian Curry Paste is not hard work at all! Once you have gathered all of the ingredients they just need to be popped into a blender and blitzed until as fine as you want it to be. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Laotian Curry Paste ♥ After a lot of hard … Continue reading Laotian Curry Paste

Crispy Bao Buns

January 17, 2023December 7, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 13 Comments

This was the first time that I made crispy bao buns. And after making these, it won't be the last time. You do not need a bamboo steamer for this recipe, just a large lidded pan. The method is similar to making crispy dumplings and the result is a really tasty meal. Head straight on … Continue reading Crispy Bao Buns

Aloo Gobi

September 30, 2022October 3, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 11 Comments

This fragrant Indian potato and cauliflower curry takes no time to prepare. I served the aloo gobi as a meat free meal, with flatbreads on the side. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Aloo Gobi ♥ When someone entered my life in the way of friendship a few years ago, I was really … Continue reading Aloo Gobi

Asian Style Venison Shanks

August 26, 2022July 25, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 16 Comments

I love Asian flavours and the ingredients are always to be found in my fridge. I decided to use them to make these Asian style venison shanks. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Asian Style Venison Shanks ♥ South Africa has rolling blackouts as our Government run electricity supplier is defunct. In 1994 … Continue reading Asian Style Venison Shanks

Chicken Rice Paper Rolls | Asian Wrappers

September 8, 2021August 5, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 6 Comments

It took a lot of practice but I finally for the hang of rolling these chicken rice paper rolls. I like mine thick, but you can reduce the filling and have slimmer rolls if you prefer. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Chicken Rice Paper Rolls ♥ I am very diligent about replying … Continue reading Chicken Rice Paper Rolls | Asian Wrappers

Chicken Spring Rolls | Deep Fry Or Air Fry

August 23, 2021July 21, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 8 Comments

At the same time as making vegetable spring rolls, I made these chicken spring rolls. It made the best use of the oil while it was in the wok. And as we were eating dinner with the kids, we needed a decent batch of spring rolls for the 5 of us. Head straight on to … Continue reading Chicken Spring Rolls | Deep Fry Or Air Fry

Vegetable Spring Rolls | Chinese Dim Sum

July 23, 2021June 13, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 9 Comments

I have tested these vegetable spring rolls in the air fryer as well as the traditional method of deep frying. And I have to confess that I prefer the air fried version. They have all the crispiness and none of the oil which is a plus for me. Head straight on to the Recipe For … Continue reading Vegetable Spring Rolls | Chinese Dim Sum

Zha Jiang Mian | Fried Sauce Noodles

July 19, 2021June 18, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 19 Comments

Zha Jiang Mian are also known as fried sauce noodles, according to Pippa Middlehurst. This dish is popular in Beijing, and was very popular at our table. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Zha Jiang Mian ♥ On the 17th of April, British Airways cancelled our flight to the UK. This was to … Continue reading Zha Jiang Mian | Fried Sauce Noodles

Hand Cut Noodles | Asian Noodles

July 16, 2021June 13, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 2 Comments

I made these hand cut noodles using my stand mixer as it was the easier option for me. But, if you don't have a machine to do the kneading for you, you can do it by hand. Just know, it takes a lot of effort and a fair amount of time. Head straight on to … Continue reading Hand Cut Noodles | Asian Noodles

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