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Continue reading →: Hawker-style Chicken WingsIt’s been a really long time since I last made these wings — the last time was during Covid in Shanghai. The kids suddenly remembered them and asked if I could do it again. This recipe is a hawker-style inspired chicken wings, oven-grilled on maximum heat so they turn out…
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Continue reading →: Sambal TerasiWhen we lived in Dubai, a good friend took me to an Indonesian restaurant in Karama that served truly authentic dishes. I always ordered the ayam penyet — it’s not easy to make a good one at home. But what really blew me away was their sambal terasi — the…
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Continue reading →: Sambal GorengSambal Goreng is an everyday comfort for those who love a little spice. Sweet, savoury, and packed with umami, it turns humble ingredients like tempeh, tofu and french beans into a flavourful stir-fry that’s perfect with rice any day of the week.
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Continue reading →: Ayam PenyetAyam Penyet has always been one of my comfort foods, but the one I had in Dubai completely stole my heart. The chicken was perfectly crispy on the outside, yet juicy and tender inside—served with fiery sambal that packed just the right punch. Ever since then, I’ve been inspired to…
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Continue reading →: Singapore Char Kway TeowWok hei, smoky noodles, and a spicy kick — here’s my easy home-cooked Singapore Char Kway Teow that tastes just like hawker style!
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Continue reading →: Easy LasagneLasagne is one of those comfort foods that feels like a big hug on a plate — rich layers of pasta, hearty meat sauce, and gooey melted cheese. This version makes things even simpler: the Instant Pot takes care of the slow-simmered meat base, cutting down hours of cooking into…
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Continue reading →: Sweet Focaccia PuffsGolden, pillowy, and just the right touch of sweetness—this sweet focaccia is a delightful twist on the Italian classic. Perfect for breakfast, tea-time, or a cozy treat straight from the oven!
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Continue reading →: Easy OkonomiyakiSometimes dinner doesn’t have to be extravagant. With leftover shredded cabbage and carrots (from making coleslaw), voilà — a quick, power-packed okonomiyaki! Kids love it, veggies are hidden, and it’s surprisingly filling!
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Continue reading →: Easy Apple CrumbleThere’s something so comforting about baking apple crumble at home — the sweet cinnamon aroma filling the kitchen, the golden topping crisping in the oven, and that first warm spoonful that always feels like a hug. This one’s made with Royal Gala apples (and a handful of raisins for a…
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Continue reading →: Spinach with Trio Eggs (菠菜三蛋汤)Spinach with Trio Eggs is a simple yet nutritious dish that combines fresh greens, century eggs, and a touch of salted egg for rich flavour. Lightly sautéed with garlic and simmered in savoury chicken stock, it’s a comforting, protein-packed meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner. Quick to prepare, full…
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I’m Debb!
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A Singaporean Mum 