Traditional Recipes

Main Meal

AYAM NANKING/CHICKEN NANKING

Ayam Nanking is a classic Indo-Chinese fusion dish featuring a savory blend of minced chicken and prawns fried to a perfect crisp. Traditionally prepared on a banana leaf and served with a tangy Worcestershire-based sauce, it’s a nostalgic nod to old-school Cantonese flavors.

Main Meal

BUBUR KACANG IJO

Bubur Kacang Ijo is a comforting Indonesian green moong bean porridge, closely related to the Indian Payasam. Flavored with ginger and pandan, this sweet, mushy dessert is served warm with a drizzle of salted coconut milk to perfectly balance the rich jaggery sweetness.

Dessert

Kue Putu Ayu (Snow Cakes)

Celebrate the festival of Holi with these vibrant, multi-colored Kue Putu Ayu, or “pretty putu cakes.” These delicate Indonesian steamed treats feature a light, spongy base topped with a trademark layer of salted grated coconut for a perfect teatime balance.

Dessert

KUE BOLU SAKURA

Kue Bolu Sakura are light, airy Indonesian steamed cakes flavored with a unique Dutch-influenced “Spekuk” spice mix. These charming caramel-based treats are easy to make and offer a fragrant alternative to traditional vanilla sponge cakes.

Main Meal

Ayam Rendang

Discover the rich, slow-cooked flavors of West Sumatra with this homemade Ayam Rendang. A fragrant chicken curry featuring a blend of Indonesian spices and creamy coconut milk, this Padang-style dish is a flavorful favorite that pairs perfectly with steamed rice or parathas.

Dessert, Snacks

MITHO LOLO

Learn how to make Mitho Lolo, a sweet and crispy Sindhi flatbread traditionally prepared for the Thadri festival. Paired with a spicy, tangy Mirchaan ji bhaji, this recipe captures the authentic flavors of Sindhi heritage and festive patience.

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