Today, I am sharing with you, Empal Daging, the exquisite Indonesian Sweet & Spicy Fried Beef that promises to transport you to the vibrant streets and bustling markets of Indonesia with every savory bite. Did you know that Empal Daging’s name is derived from the Javanese word “empal,” which means “to pound”? Traditionally, the beef

Corn and shredded carrot fritters are a delightful dish that brings together the sweetness of corn and the earthy flavors of shredded carrots. These fritters are made by combining canned corn kernels with grated carrots and a mixture of flour and rice flour. The addition of spices adds a burst of flavor and aromatic notes

Garlic lemon butter crab is a mouthwatering seafood dish that showcases the delicate and sweet flavor of crab enhanced by a tantalizing combination of garlic, lemon, and butter. To prepare this dish, fresh crabs are typically cleaned and prepared by removing the top shell and gills, leaving the meat intact. The crabs are then cooked

These crispy baked buffalo chicken wings are my crowd-pleasing appetizer that are super easy to prepare. They are a testament to the perfect balance between the crispy exterior, tender meat, and spicy tang, creating a delightful experience to satisfy any wing enthusiast. This buffalo chicken wings recipe also comes in handy whenever there’s any potluck

Have you ever had a day where you just don’t know what to do with your leftover chicken rotisserie? Well, here’s one of my go-to to finish off the leftover without feeling bored with the flavor. You can completely use it and create a completely new simple dish out of it. Enter the stage: the

Today I am sharing my favorite condiment recipe known as Sambal Bawang or Indonesian garlic chili sauce. This sauce is a versatile condiment that you can pair it with basically anything. It is often served as a dipping sauce for various snacks, such as fried tofu, tempeh, or fritters. It can also be used as

Bitter gourd, also known as bitter melon or bitter squash, is a green vegetable with a distinct bitter taste. It is commonly used in various cuisines, particularly in Asian cooking. In Asia, you’ll find it usually in stir-fries or in soups. This vegetable is valued for its unique flavor and its potential health benefits. It

Today, I am sharing another classic Indonesian dish called Sambal Goreng Kentang. It is basically Spicy Potato Stir-fry, a vegetarian dish. For meat lover, you can always add any of your favorite protein. Though it is named Sambal Goreng Kentang or Spicy Potato Stir-fry, you can opt-out the chili, substitute it with red seedless paprika,

Chicken rissoles – an Indonesian appetizer or snack that is crunchy on the outside, soft in the inside, and it is filled with savory filling mixture made of chicken, potato, carrots and other veggies. These Indonesian chicken rissoles are crowd pleaser and always big hit in a gathering. You might ask what rissoles are. You

The most popular take-out dish in Korea that everyone loves – Jajangmyeon (짜장면). It is a comforting noodle dish where thick wheat noodles are topped with savory black sauce made of chunjang (춘장), pork belly, and some vegetables. You need to mix the noodles and the sauce well before devouring it. Jajangmyeon, or Korean black