Pot roasted whole with herbs, spices and coconut milk, the chicken is deliciously fragrant and moist and the broth is wonderful. Another stellar recipe from recipetineats! Preheat your oven to 200º C (390ºF). In a small bowl combine 1 minced long red chilli, 1 teaspoon of freshly grated ginger, 2 finely minced cloves of garlic, 1 tablespoon…… Continue reading chicken in coconut broth
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peanut coconut ice cream
Another stellar (slightly adapted) ice cream recipe from Jeni Britton Bauer’s jeni’s SPLENDID ICE CREAMS AT HOME. This one has an exceptional balance of peanut and coconut with the perfect hint of spice. Measure 1¼ cups of milk, removing 2 tablespoons to make a slurry with 5 teaspoons of cornflour (cornstarch). In a saucepan bring…… Continue reading peanut coconut ice cream
lemongrass and coconut mussels
Mussels are such a quick meal and so delicious – why not cook them midweek? This delcious recipe, from Melissa Clark for New York Times Cooking, has a definite Thai influence. First wash and de-beard 1kg (2 lbs) of mussels. Finely chop 1 shallot, 3 cloves of garlic, 1 small hot chilli and the white…… Continue reading lemongrass and coconut mussels
tapioca pearls with coconut and banana
Tapioca pearls are translucent balls made of cassava starch. Originally produced as a cheaper alternative to sago they are particularly popular in bubble tea and are used in many South East Asian desserts and drinks. Although they don’t have much flavour, the texture is wonderful. To make four generous portions, bring 9 cups of water…… Continue reading tapioca pearls with coconut and banana
coconut and pandan panna cotta with palm sugar syrup
In south-east Asia pandan leaf is a staple flavouring ingredient. It has a distinctive aroma that’s a little sweet and grassy. Often used to flavour rice, the combination of pandan with coconut milk and palm sugar is particularly popular for desserts. It’s used for jellies, cakes, and all kinds of puddings, which are usually coloured…… Continue reading coconut and pandan panna cotta with palm sugar syrup
coconut roast chicken
I love cookbooks. My latest birthday gift, Fire Islands: Recipes from Indonesia by Eleanor Ford is no exception. The book is full of interesting regional recipes, all beautifully photographed. The chicken in this recipe is coated with a wonderful combination of tamarind, coconut milk and spices which not only ensure the chicken remains succulent but…… Continue reading coconut roast chicken
sago pudding with coconut and gula melaka
Sago pearls are little balls made of starch extracted from tropical palm stems. Malaysia and Indonesia have the largest supply in the world so it’s no surprise that it’s popular in the region. Fifi made this wonderful Malaysian sago pudding served with salted coconut sauce and caramelised palm sugar syrup. Yum. In a large pot…… Continue reading sago pudding with coconut and gula melaka
spicy prawns + vegetables in coconut
These two dishes use Belacan, a shrimp paste pressed into a block and sun-dried. It’s an essential ingredient in Malaysian cooking which adds a unique depth of flavour. Pre-roasting, a necessary step, reduces it’s very strong smell and flavour. Wrap a piece in foil and roast it over an open flame or in the oven until…… Continue reading spicy prawns + vegetables in coconut
black rice pudding with grilled bananas and coconut turmeric sauce
Turmeric, a member of the ginger family, grows wild in the forests of South and Southeast Asia. It is widely used as a spice in South Asian and Middle Eastern cooking. Slightly bitter, musky and earthy tasting, it adds an interesting dimension to this dessert from David Thompson’s Thai Food. For the black rice pudding, soak ½ a cup…… Continue reading black rice pudding with grilled bananas and coconut turmeric sauce
coconut quinoa porridge
Here is a delicious porridge that not only makes a change from the usual breakfast but also gives you a high-protein start to the day. This was made with a mixture of black, red and white quinoa and amaranth. Whichever quinoa you choose, place 1 cup in a saucepan with some chopped dried apricots, chopped…… Continue reading coconut quinoa porridge
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