This isn’t your ordinary fish head curry either. For a unique tang, I’ve used belimbing buluh, a small variety of starfruit. Can’t find belimbing buluh? No worries - just substitute it with a mix of tomatoes and tamarind juice (STEAMED FISH - THAI STYLE).
For a Malaysian like me, chillies are one of the
most significant ingredients in cooking. Be it noodles, fried rice, or even
sambal, chillies are a staple that brings the much-loved kick of spiciness to
our meals. While I can’t speak for every Malaysian, I know that many of us need
our daily dose of spiciness.
Incorporating chillies into my zen blooming urban gardening (LEMONGRASS - GROWING & LEMONGRASS DRINK) has been an amazing learning curve. I’ve been growing chillies for the longest time, and I’d love to share my tried-and-tested tips with you, especially if you live in an Asian climate where these plants thrive.
A timeless classic. The easiest egg fried rice, forever etched in my memory. Growing up in a humble family, this Chinese-style (CHINESE PORK CHOPS) fried rice was a true treat. Eggs, back then, were a luxury for us, but my late mum, with her unending love, always found a way to bring them into our meals. She knew how much we adored eggs and, despite our limited means, made it a point to buy them with the little money she had (EASY, SIMPLE & QUICK EGG RECIPES)
The list of ingredients may seem a bit long, but trust me, it’s worth every effort. Here's a handy tip (PENGAT DURIAN/DURIAN SWEET PORRIDGE): you can marinate the chicken ahead of time and store it in the fridge or freezer. In other words, cook the chicken on the stove with the herb mixture first. Then, when you're ready, simply thaw and fry for a quick, flavorful meal.
This recipe features spinach, coconut milk, and
spices - simple yet flavorful. With minimal ingredients, it’s easy to prepare
using what you likely have in your kitchen (EASY CHICKPEA SPINACH CURRY WITH COCONUT MILK). You can adjust the amount of
ingredients to suit your taste. A perfect dish for those who enjoy simplicity
without sacrificing deliciousness.
As always, my recipes focus on making cooking effortless and mouthwateringly good. Spinach is one of the many things we grow at Nava’s Zen (CLAYPOT EGGPLANT CURRY)- organic, pesticide-free, and available in various varieties. Thinking of starting your own garden? You can grow spinach in pots too.
We were actually looking for another coffee shop in Rimbayu, but despite using WhatsApp, mmm, we couldn’t locate it. Assumingly, it doesn’t exist anymore. At that juncture, as we took a turn, the road led us to a place where the signboard of Bee Ho Ho Steamboat caught our attention. It must be a steamboat spot during the later part of the day, but in the earlier hours, it operates as a kopitiam-style eatery, featuring a variety of hawker food fare (CHINESE CHICKEN GINGSENG SOUP RECIPE).
Ylang-ylang, a beloved part of Nava's Zen, fits
perfectly with our Zen yoga and nature therapy approach, much like the herbs (CILANTRO VS CULANTRO: HEALTH TIPS),
veggies, and fruit trees we grow. As the gardener at Nava's Zen, I made sure to
include this plant from the start. Over time, it has grown tall, and I
carefully trim it to maintain its shape and size, allowing it to thrive in our
peaceful Zen.
The
Beauty and Scent of Ylang-Ylang
Ylang-ylang is admired for its vibrant yellow flowers and captivating fragrance. These blooms not only brighten the garden but also create an atmosphere of tranquility. To enhance the experience, I sometimes place the fresh flowers in our rainwater barrel, where they float gently on the surface. The subtle infusion of their scent into the water adds an extra layer of relaxation to the space.
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