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Semiya ( Vermicelli ) Payasam for Onam & Onam Greetings

posted August 16, 2010 in niyas's world

Semiya ( Vermicelli ) PayasamPreparation time : 15 minutesCooking time : 35 minutesServes : 8 - 12 dessert cupsIngredients1/2 cup /4 oz / 100 g semiya ( vermicelli )3/4 cup sugar ( 150 g - 175 g or to taste )4 cup / 32 oz / 800 ml milk ( do not dilu (read full article)

Hearty Baked Tomato Rice with Meatloaf and Egg

posted August 13, 2010 in Juicy Fresh Bites

Baked egg, rice and meatloaf…you must be wondering how these three components can fit together right? Oh, let me tell you just how well they complement each other to create a seriously delicious dish! Ever since I learned the technique of making (read full article)

Egg Fried Rice

posted August 13, 2010 in niyas's world

Egg Fried RiceServes: 2You will needFor Egg:3 eggs, beat well1 tablespoon oil1/4 teaspoon saltFor Fried Rice:2 cups ( 400 g ) cooked and cooled rice ( rice should not be overcooked )1 tablespoon oil1 onion, finely chopped or 1 bunch spring onion, fin (read full article)

French Fries. Batter Up!

posted August 13, 2010 in Eats & Everything.

Crispy, seasoned, perfection!Thank you Cassie for sharing your wonderful recipe.Here is the recipe: (adapted from allrecipes, by Cassie)1 large potato1/4 cup flour1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon sea salt1/4 teaspoon pa (read full article)

Stir fried eggs with carrots and mint leaves

posted August 09, 2010 in niyas's world

Stir fried eggs with carrots and mint leavesServes: 2You will need2 eggs, beat well2 teaspoon oil1 onion, finely sliced1/4 cup carrots, chopped1/4 cup mint or coriander leaves1/2 teaspoon red chilli powder1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder1/2 teaspoon salt (read full article)

Vietnamese Spring Rolls and Tamarind Tree Restaurant Review

posted August 05, 2010 in Delishhh

Picture from Tamarind Tree Website   One of my favorite Asian restaurants in Seattle is the Tamarind Tree.  It is a Vietnamese restaurant located in the international district, tucked away in a little corner.  But it is definitely worth visiting i (read full article)

Fresh Garden Vegetable Fried Rice

posted August 04, 2010 in Chef Tom Cooks

I’ve had a surplus of fresh veggies in my refrigerator, so I decided to use them all today in my fried rice recipe. Of course you can use frozen vegetables, but nothing compares to the taste of fresh ingredients. I didn’t use any egg in (read full article)

Fresh Garden Vegetable Fried Rice

posted August 04, 2010 in Chef Tom Cooks

I’ve had a surplus of fresh veggies in my refrigerator, so I decided to use them all today in my fried rice recipe. Of course you can use frozen vegetables, but nothing compares to the taste of fresh ingredients. I didn’t use any egg i (read full article)

Recipe | Singapore Noodles

posted July 30, 2010 in Susannah\'s {Kitchen} Aprons

Stir-Fried Chinese Ingredients With Indian Spices This spicy specialty from Singapore uses a mixture of Chinese ingredients and Indian spices to create a distinctive and delicious stir-fried noodle dish. Ingredients4 oz (120g) rice vermicelli noodles (read full article)

Dahl (not Sophie).

posted July 26, 2010 in haddock in the kitchen

Fellow blogger, Mathilde’s Cuisine sent a message out earlier today via Twitter. She was looking for a recipe for dahl. I was quick to respond and sent her a message via Facebook with the instructions. I thought I would share it here. It is pa (read full article)

Asian Grilled Chicken with Fried Rice

posted July 24, 2010 in Sugar Pies

If you enjoy "Chinese" food then you'll love this rather easy recipe. It features a boneless, skinless chicken breast marinated in soy sauce, olive oil and Dijon mustard that is then given double duty as a sauce. Combined with a quick stir fry rice a (read full article)

Noodles In Gravy Seafood (Rad Nah Tha-la)

posted July 23, 2010 in A flavor of Thai

There are variants, including using rice vermicelli instead of the wide noodles, and using deep fried thin egg noodle, with the gravy poured on to soften it.  In areas where gailan can not be easily obtained,  broccoli is often used as a su (read full article)

Pickled Mustard Green soup and spare ribs (Tom Jued Pak Gad Dong Ka Dook Mou)

posted July 23, 2010 in A flavor of Thai

As I already told you from  stir-fried Pickled Mustard Green with eggs recipe. This Pickled Mustard Greens are made from Bok Choy or Chinese cabbage when it is fresh.  The Pickled Mustard Green or Pak Gad Dong are a traditional Chinese favo (read full article)

Stir Fried Eggs with Long Beans

posted July 22, 2010 in niyas's world

Stir fried eggs with long beansServes: 2You will need2 eggs, beat well10 long beans ( chawli / achinga payar ), finely chopped2 tablespoon water2 teaspoon oil1 onion, chopped1/2 teaspoon red chilli powder ( or pepper powder )1/4 teaspoon turmeric po (read full article)

Stir-Fried Swamp Cabbage with Soya Bean Sauce (Pad Pak Boong Fai Dang)

posted July 22, 2010 in A flavor of Thai

If you like Thai food, you're going to fall in love with this simple but fantastic Thai stir fry recipe!  This Stir-Fried Swamp Cabbage with Soya Bean Sauce or “Pad Pak Boong Fai Dang” one of the best Thai street food recipe, easy to make wi (read full article)

jap chae

posted July 22, 2010 in gourmet traveller

A brief chat about the joys of Korean food last week led to a twitter pal’s first experience cooking (and eating) the Northeast Asian cuisine. After he mentioned that the next dish he would tackle was Jap Chae, it really got me craving the sav (read full article)

Post 117: Courgette and Mint Risotto (a la Jeff Brazier, off of Come Dine With Me)

posted July 21, 2010 in VegBoxBoy

Muses: Man Ray had Lee Miller, Warhol had Edie Sedgewick, George Harrison had Patti Boyd, Eric Clapton had Patti Boyd too and Capello has Emile Ivanhoe Heskey. Last week, I found myself with an unlikely muse for inspiration; the former consort of sad (read full article)

Naan Bread

DH and I LOVE Indian food. In fact our first date was at Bombay Cuisine. I’ve always wanted to make naan at home–luckily Simply in Season had the recipe! CLICK HERE FOR PRINTABLE VERSION: Naan Bread 1/4 cup water 1 Tbs active dry yeast (read full article)

Baingan Phodo ( Baingan / Brinjal stir - fried with rice powder )

posted July 13, 2010 in niyas's world

Baingan Phodo ( Baingan stir - fried with rice powder )Serves: 2You will need4 brinjal ( baingan ), cut into desired shape2 teaspoon oil1 teaspoon mustard seeds1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds1/2 teaspoon urad dal3/4 teaspoon red chilli powder1/4 teaspoon tu (read full article)

Fried Okra

posted July 12, 2010 in Tamarind and Thyme

Okra! The vegetable, which also goes by the name of ladies fingers, may either induce feelings of love or hate in you. The lovers will probably adore its flavour and the slightly crunchy, popping texture of the large white seeds. The haters probably (read full article)

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