Favourite Malaysian and Asian recipes with time-saving hacks
The first time I saw someone make a quiche using tortilla wraps on Instagram, my reaction was immediate. OMG. I gotta try this. But then the skeptical foodie voice in my head kicked in: Can a tortilla really replace a proper buttery shortcrust pastry shell? The answer? Yes … and no. No, because two tortilla…
There are two types of nasi goreng kampung in this world. The sad, pale, under-seasoned kind you regret ordering. And the one that smacks you with chilli, ikan bilis and enough wok hei to feel like someone’s grandmother just cooked it up. Oh, and a runny fried egg on top (non-negotiable) This is the second…
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If you’ve never tasted Nam Khao, imagine a salad that crunches, crackles, and bursts with limey, savoury, slightly sweet flavours in every bite. I first learned about this Laotian dish from vegan cook Maya. She made it look soooo appetizing that naturally, I had to try making it at home. Of course, with a little…
Every Chinese family has its own treasured version of soya sauce chicken, but for me, nothing comes close to Mum’s. Her version is full of soul, the kind of dish that speaks volumes about who she is. Kampung Girl Mum grew up in Enggor, a small village in Northern Perak, where cooking was about all…
Like many people, I discovered pajeon, the Korean savoury pancake, through K-dramas. During the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, we were stuck in our apartment for weeks. Nowhere to go. Nothing much to do. From Crash Landing on You, I watched another .. and another…and another. Somewhere in between all the plot twists and…
What can I do with potatoes that’s more exciting than French fries or mash? This recipe began with that simple question. There they were — a humble bag of baby potatoes leftover from last night’s dinner party, waiting to be transformed. I wanted something that would make my weeknight dinner feel special without requiring a…
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If you’re craving a bowl of comforting, flavorful soup but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen, try my cheat version of Chinese style fish soup noodles. With just a few key ingredients (only 4 for the soup base!) and a simple technique, you can whip up a one-pot meal that feels like it…
This Chinese-style minced meat noodles recipe is a must-try if you love noodles with big bold flavours which are easy to prepare. It’s so good that my husband asks for it every single week (and I happily oblige), no exaggeration! The secret to its addictive taste lies in a killer sauce. Sear tender minced meat…
Feeling lazy and uninspired yet craving comfort food … folks, your answer is baked cheese rice. Featuring fragrant, savoury rice crowned with a blanket of gooey, bubbling cheese, this hearty dish will be an instant hit in your household. And nope, you don’t have to spend hours in the kitchen creating complicated sauces from scratch…
If you haven’t noticed already, I am the queen of one-pot dishes, and one of the most appetizing OPDs in my repertoire is undoubtedly kung pao chicken. This chicken winner has secured its spot in our weekly menu rotation for one simple reason. Besides being super yummy, it’s incredibly easy to make. There are a…
On lazy days, I love eating at warung (outdoor stalls) where one of my all time favourite dishes is ayam goreng kunyit. Ever since I learned how to make this dish, it’s been making regular rotation on our menu. It’s incredible how easy this delicious recipe is. Here’s how I do it, with tweaks that…
Would you believe that braised yee mee is the most popular recipe on Cook with Ipohbunny? Yes, by a mile. I shouldn’t be too surprised, come to think of it. Braised yee mee checks all the boxes of home cooks seeking something simple, healthy yet tasty for their family: It’s a one-pot meal You have…
No, this pistachio pesto pasta is not classic, but after trying this recipe, you might just prefer it to the original version with pine nuts! First, why pistachio for pesto? For this wild idea, I gotta thank my frugal inner housewife. I love a good pesto pasta, but the price of pine nuts has skyrocketed….
Mum’s fried beehoon is “very simple only.” Come to think of it, that’s her standard answer whenever I ask her for the recipe of virtually any dish she cooks. She’s telling the truth. When she describes the process to me, it DOES sound simple. Ingredient lists are typically short. The steps, few. But somehow in…
Make chicken confit at home? No way in hell, man! Or at least – until yesterday. Now, I’ve seen chicken or duck confit in restaurant menus a number of times, in particular fancy restaurants. The price tag is usually hefty, which gave me the impression it must be super delicious AND super difficult to make….
