Pork Yuk Sung
This is a very traditional Chinese starter or side dish. Always a favourite when you go to a Chinese Buffet, but you can be very easily replicated at home.
Sides And Snacks
Sticky Sausages
These are something just a bit different when you want to show off to your family and friends.
Spicy Roast Potatoes
Fancy something a little bit different with your dinner? Why not try this really simple variation of a classic!
Vegetable Festive Potstickers
These festive themed potstickers are a great starter or snack and the warm winter spices are sure to warm you up in the winter months.
Prawn Toasts
You will need a food processor to make this ever popular appetizer. Best results are obtained if the bread is about two days old. The toasts are traditionally deep fried but we have included a baked version a healthier alternative. Reasonably priced raw prawns are available in the freezer sections of our supermarkets.
Pickled Appetizers
Often served as an appetiser along with prawn crackers, these pickled vegetables are quick and easy to prepare. Traditionally made with Chinese turnip (mooli), this can be left out if unavailable. In fact, I have used English turnips and have found them to be a good substitute. Rice vinegar is the best vinegar to use … Continued
Crispy Prawn Fritters
For this dish you will need large, raw Tiger prawns. There is a wide variety available in all our supermarkets, both fresh and frozen, at very reasonable prices. Do remember to devein the prawns by cutting along the centre of the back and removing the black vein which runs along it. This recipe uses a … Continued
Salt and Pepper Squid
To prepare the squid, pull out the tentacles and cut them free from the head and insides, which should be discarded. Pull out the pliable backbone (discard) and wash out the body. Peel away the skin and cut to open up the squid pouch. Score lightly and cut into bite size pieces.
Thai Spicy Sweetcorn Fritters
Used throughout Thailand, sweetcorn is a popular snack food. Quite often, vendors sell corn on the cob, cooked on their mobile grills. This recipe uses fish sauce but do leave this ingredient out if a vegetarian version is required.
Thai Spicy Meatballs
Minced pork is used a lot in Thai cooking. This one uses minced pork but feel free to substitute mince beef or chicken if preferred. The finely chopped beans add crunch so do try and include them. Serve as a snack or as an appetiser.