It was a humid day in Sydney today so I wanted to cook something tropical – Indonesia is a country not averse to a bit of humidity – and also a country not averse to maxing up the calories. This satay sauce is potentially not the healthie
I love these little chicken wing drumsticks – they’re like delicious little meat lollipops. The lime in this permeates the chicken and leaves a tang with every mouthful. Luckily I’d only bought a kilo of them however as by the end o
This Indonesian cold salad dish was absolutely amazing. A melange (good word!) of complex flavours that work in unison to create a dish that isn’t too much of anything – isn’t too sweet, too salty, to sour or too spicy. It’s a
Here’s a dish that just got better the more I ate. I almost didn’t want them to end. Sadly they did, but I will be making them again so all is not lost. This Indonesian dish is sweet, tangy and sticky and absolutely amazing. My hands and
I think Laksa has to be among my favourite foods. An amazing coconut noodle soup from Malaysia/Indonesia. Filled with intense tastes – a real revolution of flavour. There are few places in and around Sydney that claim to serve the best, each sl
This dish came to me after a trip to the beach. Sydney was sweltering in 42ºC heat and I was craving a simple cold noodle salad. Something light and fresh to cool me down. I tried to incorporate some kind of protein into the salad, but eventually th
This is the perfect accompaniment to spicy or mild Asian dishes. Beautifully creamy and rich and surprisingly filling. I had a small bowl and almost passed out with fullness. That said, I had eaten a pile of chicken wings too. It’s a GREAT litt
If you’re looking for something vibrant to serve for dinner then look no further. This curry really stands out in both colour and flavour. With plenty of turmeric, the yellow of this curry is so vibrant I actually had to tone it down in Photosh
The whole of South East Asia is brimming over with delicious spicy curries and soups. This Indonesian soupy curry is pure perfection. It’s a spicy, quick cooking curry that won’t have you waiting around. If you’re organised enough,
Beef short ribs are a cheap cup of meat and are perfect for slow braising. This recipe leaves the meat mouthwateringly tender and full of Chinese flavours. With it’s roll call of ingredients, this Indonesian recipe could well be mistaken for Ch
