Having finally banished the local wildlife from our garden, our fresh produce is thriving. Thai holy basil and kaffir lime leaves are both so deliciously fragrant that I was inspired to create a Thai fish salad. And for a refreshing accompaniment a fresh cucumber salad. I served both with coconut rice. I used rock ling…… Continue reading fish larb + cucumber salad
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kohlrabi
This vegetable has always been popular in Germanic countries and is widely used in parts of Asia. Now it seems to be gaining popularity it other parts of the world. A member of the brassica family, kohlrabi tastes like cabbage heart, but is milder and sweeter with a crisp texture similar to apple. This kohlrabi and…… Continue reading kohlrabi
two bean chilli con carne
This is not only a meal in one pot but takes chilli con carne to a new level. Especially good made a day ahead. Begin by frying a large chopped onion in some oil until it wilts then add a few finely diced cloves of garlic and a finely diced hot red chilli. Next a…… Continue reading two bean chilli con carne
rojak
This traditional Malaysian salad is a refreshing accompaniment for a spicy barbecue. From your Asian grocer buy a jar of rojak sauce (made in Malaysia), a packet of bean-curd puffs (deep-fried squares of tofu) and either a Chinese turnip or a daikon radish. The other ingredients in this salad are green apple, pineapple, cucumber and…… Continue reading rojak
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