Thai Pumpkin Mushroom Red Curry

13/05/2020 by Shannon Lim-de Rooy | Comments Off on Thai Pumpkin Mushroom Red Curry

I am a big fan of Thai green curry, I cook it quite often but was not aware of the other ‘sister’ Thai red curry until I came across a Pumpkin Red curry recipe in a magazine. I found that green curry pairs well with summer vegetables while red curry pairs beautifully with winter vegetables like pumpkin. Since then, pumpkin red curry appears often on my menu, especially during cooler months. Continue Reading →

Roti Jala & Kuah Kacang Ayam (Fishnet Crepe with Satay Sauce Chicken)

06/08/2013 by Shannon Lim-de Rooy | 14 Comments


Roti Jala Kuah Kacang Ayam

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 →

Ayam Masak Merah (Chicken in Spicy Tomato Sauce)

18/08/2012 by Shannon Lim-de Rooy | 18 Comments


Ayam Masak Merah (Chicken in Spicy Tomato Sauce)

Tomorrow is Hari Raya or Eid, the biggest Muslim holiday that marks the end of Ramadan, or the Islamic holy month of fasting. In Malaysia, all races come together to celebrate all types of festivities with open house, and we are served with lots of food.

My favourite Hari Raya open house dish is Ayam Masak Merah (Chicken cooked in rich creamy spicy tomato sauce). Yes, Ayam Masak Merah is not an everyday affair, it is a unique dish to be enjoyed on special occasions such as “traditional Malay weddings” and Hari Raya or Eid Celebration. Continue Reading →