Black Rice Pudding
Most people who taste black sticky rice for the first time find it exceptionally delicious. Gluten-free and high in fiber and antioxidants, this unmilled rice actually appears a deep burgundy color when cooked. You’ll need to plan a day ahead to make this traditional recipe because glutinous rice needs to be soaked a minimum of […]
Chicken Satay
Tiny pieces of meat grilled over an open flame are found the world over. The Turks have their kebab, the Greeks have their souvlaki, and the Japanese have their yakitori. In Southeast Asia, we call this treat satay: thin, marinated strips of meat on bamboo skewers, cooked over a flaming grill. Chicken or beef is […]
Traditional Beef Rendang
Traditional Beef Rendang Rendang is a signature dish and “comfort food” in Malaysia. Think of it as akin to the American pot roast in its comforting associations. Unlike pot roast, however, rendang is spiced completely differently. It is richly flavored with fresh lemongrass, galangal, ginger, shallots and earthy spices such as cumin, cinnamon, turmeric and […]