12/10/2013 by Shannon Lim-de Rooy | 5 Comments
Besides sushi, Chicken Teriyaki has to be one of the most popular dishes in Japanese restaurants all over the world. In Japan, chicken teriyaki is a popular lunchtime staple, mostly found in bento boxes.
If you have not tried cooking Japanese, Chicken Teriyaki is a great first introductory dish to cooking Japanese food with a few easy-to-find but essential ingredients. Continue Reading →
06/08/2013 by Shannon Lim-de Rooy | 14 Comments
I was selected as the top 20 finalists in the Asian Food Channel (AFC) Foodie Face Off about a month ago. We have to create 2 dishes with a ‘Raya Celebration’ theme. When I receive the news, I was travelling & only had very limited time to practice before the competition day. Even though it was stressful, I knew I would learn so much from this challenge. I could only imagine the recipes in my head, practiced and prayed for the best. The competition was indeed an eye opener, not only it’s a test of skills, creativity definitely plays a major point clincher. With dishes served in champagne glasses and test tubes, I definitely have to up my game in the next competition. Continue Reading →
05/07/2013 by Shannon Lim-de Rooy | 10 Comments
Really traditional chinese chicken stock is essential in making excellent Chinese noodle soups, and adds a rich flavoured base to any savoury dishes. For busy parents, store-bought liquid chicken stock might be the easiest, just remember to read the ingredient list on the packet that it’s made of real ingredients and not flavourings. Continue Reading →
02/07/2013 by Shannon Lim-de Rooy | 23 Comments
Just the mere mention of the word satay is enough to get anyone drooling. The grilled marinated skewered meat is the epitome of Malaysian Street Food. We can argue about how fantastic our favourite ‘warung sate‘ (satay stall vendor) might be, however the appeal of Satay Kajang has never waned. Who is to argue when Kajang is informally known as the “Satay Town”. Continue Reading →
28/12/2012 by Shannon Lim-de Rooy | 17 Comments
Again my eyes tinkle when I saw this Ayam Golek Gaya Pahang (Pahang Style Spicy Grilled Chicken) at Phong Hong’s blog. It reminded me of Kay Pachok (Skewered Chicken) recipe for Terengganu month. Yes, this month we are cooking Pahang cuisine for Malaysian Food Fest. Continue Reading →
