Discover and Share the Best World Cuisines
Panang (Phanaeng) Curry Is Panang Curry Malaysian or Thai? Panang (also spelled Penang and Phanaeng) curry is a rich Thai curry that gets its name from the island of Penang in Malaysia. Although Penang was never formally a part of Thailand (formerly Siam), it was once part of a Siamese …
Egg Bites / Egg Muffins Egg Bites / Egg Muffins- popular brunch recipe. Egg bites is another name for Egg Muffins. These bite-sized, savory egg dishes are baked in a muffin tin. They are made with eggs, milk, cheese, vegetables, and sometimes meat. Egg muffins are similar to mini frittatas …
Beef Stroganoff Beef stroganoff is a timeless dish that tantalizes taste buds with its tender beef, rich creamy sauce, and savory depth. This culinary gem, hailing from Russia, with French culinary influence has transcended borders and evolved into a global favorite, enjoyed in homes and restaurants across the world. Beef …
Chinese Green Chilli Egg This simple but fancy stir-fried egg with green chilli has its origin in Chinese (Hunan) cuisine. I had it in Chinatown in Singapore and fell in love with the flavorful egg dish. It is made with mild green chillies so don’t worry about it being too …
Easy Baked Tandoori Salmon Meal This Easy Baked Tandoori Salmon Meal finds its way onto my recipe roster just about every week! To facilitate meal planning, it’s immensely helpful to have a roster of recipes. You can always experiment with elaborate recipes and try something new when the mood sets …
Mushroom Masala (South Indian Style Mushroom Gravy) This Mushroom Masala is a South Indian style preparation of Mushrooms in Tomato and Onion gravy, spiced up with a tasty splash of spices! Olive oil is used in this recipe, and it works well. This is another hearty vegetarian dish that even …
Diner-Style Tuna Melt Sandwich Sudden craving for Diner-style Tuna Melts? This is the diner-style, fully loaded, cheesy, sloppy Hot Tuna Melts that you can whip at home. The addition of pickles ingredients, fresh herbs along mayo and cheese on buttered toast. Hits the spot!
Tofu Scramble on Toast (Vegan breakfast) This tofu scramble is fast, flavorful, and a wonderful egg-free savory breakfast. Made with garlic spinach, vegetables, and some spice, this is a version that I like to whip up on late Sunday mornings. I first had this for breakfast when we were traveling …
Croissant Breakfast Sandwich Making a Croissant Breakfast Sandwich is the perfect way to kick off your day! Deli ham, swiss cheese, and scrambled eggs layered between a flaky, buttery croissant. When you are in the mood to change your regular bread toasts or sandwiches for breakfast or brunch, opt for …
Croque Madame / Croque Monsieur Croque monsieurs were served in Parisian cafes as early as 1910. The earliest published material mentioning the Corque monsieur cis as early as 1918 is in the Novel “Search of Lost Time” written by Marcel Proust, where the croque monsieur is mentioned. This is indeed …
Luncheon Meat Cheese Melts Luncheon meat, like spam, is processed meat that is cheap, filling, and has a long shelf life. Although they often get a bad rap, both are true business success stories. Spam first became a hit in the US during the Great Depression and then in Asia after …
Szechuan Sauce (Stir-fry Sauce) This Szechuan Sauce (stir-fry sauce) can be stored and used to add a kick to your regular stir-fries. Its great to add flavor and heat to fried rice or noodles. It may also be used in soups and stews, in marinades, or added to milder sauces …
Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookies (Soft and Chewy) Ever get the sudden craving for a chocolate chip cookie? Well you don’t have to make a whole batch, you can enjoy a cookie quickly with this recipe. Did you know that the skillet cookie originates back to the late 19th century, when …
German Potato Pancakes Delightfully crispy on the outside and softer on the inside – warm and flavorfully seasoned, these German potato pancakes, ‘Kartoffelpuffer’, are fun to make and even more delicious to eat!
Baked Beef Ribs with Coconut Cream Sauce The key to getting ultra-tender and juicy beef ribs in the oven is to marinate in the BBQ-style wet marinade overnight or 8 hours and then bake them very slowly in the oven. This ensures you will get the most tender, fall-of-the-bone, and …
The Best TUNA MELT (Open-faced) Legend has it that the Tuna Melt was an unintentional recipe at a Southern Diner in the 60’s, that came about when a bowl of tuna was accidentally tipped onto a grilled cheese in the making… We don’t know, this for sure, but one thing …
French Onion Soup Classic French Onion Soup gets its name because it originated in France in the 18th century, the invention of which is often credited to King Louis XV. In France, it is simply called Soupe à l’Oignon (Onion Soup) and sometimes Gratiné’e à l’Oignon. This soup is famous all …
Mini Pavlovas with Coconut Cream Russian ballet dancer Anna Pavlova is known to have visited Australia and New Zealand, in the 1920s. The Kiwis claim that, in 1926, a Wellington hotel chef created the ‘Pavlova’ in honor of her visit, inspired by the dancer’s tutu to create the swirly, frilly …
Tuna Salad Sandwich (Must Try) This recipe for Tuna Salad Sandwich is one to try. This sandwich is loaded with vegetables and yet is loved by the kids too. Yes, even those picky eaters. The tuna is mixed with ingredients in a certain order, which ensures it is nicely flavored …
Keerai Paruppu (South Indian Creamy Spinach Dal) Keerai Paruppu or South Indian style Dal with Spinach is a creamy textured preparation of dal, without adding any cream. It is a hearty and tasty vegetarian Dal Curry that may be served with white rice or roti. This recipe is more of …