One of the delights of working with taro and ube (purple yam) is their natural, vibrant colors. Recently, I decided to make a simple and foolproof Ombré Taro Purée using leftover taro and ube. This recipe requires only four basic ingredients and results in four beautiful shades of purple without any artificial food coloring or preservatives. With minimal sugar, this versatile purée pairs wonderfully with toast, milk, or yogurt.
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You must try making this Oolong Lemon Jello that looks like lemon wedges. You can maximize the lemon from peel to pulp. It’s an easy and kid-friendly recipe, and you can be flexible in terms of the choice of sweetener, tea, or even the amount of lemon juice. The finished products will look aesthetic and beautiful, and they are great afternoon tea snacks.
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Looking for a quick and easy dinner option? Try shrimp soba noodles with lemon sauce! Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish features versatile and easy-to-cook soba noodles, succulent shrimp, and a tangy, spicy sauce with lemon and other flavorful ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights or any time you want a fast and satisfying meal, this dish is simple, delicious, and sure to be a hit.
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Air fryer steak can easily be one of the best recipes you should try in your air fryer. You can expect a crispy crust while keeping the inside juicy and tender. No preheating is required, and I am pairing it with a homemade balsamic glaze. The sweet and tangy flavor complements well with the savory taste of the steak. It’s a quick and easy recipe that leaves you with no grease or mess in the kitchen.
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I am going to make Tiramisu Snow Skin Mooncakes for this year’s Mid-Autumn Festival. A coffee jelly (almost like a gummy texture) is wrapped with mascarpone cheese filling. You can expect the perfect balance of espresso and chocolate, ending with a subtle rum flavour. No cooking is needed, and the espresso snow skin can maintain chewy, soft, and mochi-like after 3-4 days in the freezer.
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In recent years, poke bowls have become a staple in Vancouver’s food scene, and I’ve been on a mission to find the city’s best offerings. For me, a great poke bowl is all about high-quality, fresh ingredients that keep me coming back for more, and Pokey Okey definitely checks all the boxes. With multiple locations in Downtown, Richmond, and Burnaby (Kingsway), Pokey Okey offers a wide variety of poke bowls, loaded with protein and vegetable toppings.
Read MoreWhat can you do when you only have eggs, milk, sugar, and flour? Here is a good recommendation for you! Japanese Cotton Cake is famous for its airy and fluffy texture, and it uses a few simple ingredients. In this recipe, I used the “Scalded Flour Method”, which allows the cake to become more moist and fluffy. It was my first ever attempt to make this type of cake, and you can see how successful it was. So let’s get our hands dirty for this delicious cotton cake.
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We recently added an Instant Pot to our kitchen, and I’m thrilled to experiment with new recipes. While most online recipes focus on Western dishes, I noticed a lack of Asian recipes, so I decided to try making a Hong Kong classic: Red Curry Beef Brisket. With the Instant Pot, you can prepare this dish in less than an hour, resulting in tender, juicy, and flavorful beef brisket.
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Castella Pudding Cake has become a beloved dessert in both Taiwan and Japan, known for its delightful combination of three distinct layers: caramel, egg pudding, and chiffon cake. This dessert is best enjoyed fresh from the oven, where you can savor the silky smooth texture of the pudding and the airy, light quality of the chiffon cake in every bite.
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Celebrate the arrival of Spring in Vancouver with our delectable two-layered Matcha Basque Burnt Cheesecake topped with Strawberry Mousse. The harmonious blend of matcha and strawberries offers an addictive contrast of flavors. Adding the creamy mousse atop the Basque cheesecake creates a delightful textural difference that elevates this dessert to new heights.
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