Author: hankerie Sydney

Pickled Green Chillies
Lunch or Dinner

Making Malaysian Pickled Green Chillies

Spice up your meals with homemade pickled green chillies, the perfect tangy and spicy condiment that pairs flawlessly with Malaysian favorites like Wat Tan Hor, Nasi Lemak, and Char Kway Teow. With just a few simple ingredients and an easy pickling process, you can recreate this beloved street food staple at home, adding a zesty kick to every bite. Store it in your fridge and enjoy it with or without soy sauce for an authentic taste of Malaysia right at your dining table!

Malaysian Nasi lemak bungkus Coconut milk Rice
Lunch or Dinner

Mastering Nasi Lemak Bungkus: Malaysia’s Iconic Street Food

Discover the authentic flavors of Malaysia with our step-by-step guide to making Nasi Lemak Bungkus at home. This traditional dish, featuring fragrant coconut milk rice, spicy sambal, crispy fried anchovies, and crunchy peanuts, wrapped in banana leaves, is a beloved street food staple across Malaysia. Learn the secrets to perfecting every component, from fluffy rice to rich, flavorful sambal, and bring a taste of Malaysian nostalgia to your kitchen. Whether you’re missing the flavors of home or simply craving a delicious and iconic meal, this recipe will take you there.

Giraffe Design Bread Loaf
Breads

GIRAFFE Light & Fluffy Bread: A Taste of Sydney Taronga Zoo!

Create a stunning giraffe-patterned bread loaf inspired by Sydney Taronga Zoo’s giraffes. Using a sourdough stiff starter, maize bread dough, and chocolate dough, this unique loaf combines flavor and fun. Follow our top tips for accurate dough portioning, smooth shaping, and a well-baked loaf that showcases the giraffe spots beautifully when sliced. Learn how to prepare, proof, and bake this show-stopping bread that your family will love!

Animal Mochi Moooncake
Dessert

Cute Designer Snowskin Mooncakes

Celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival with Cute Designer Animal Snowskin Mooncakes Another year has flown by, and with it comes the arrival of the Mid-Autumn Festival. For many, this festival brings fond memories of sharing traditional mooncakes under the soft glow of the full moon. But this year, I decided to step away from tradition and […]

Japanese Soufflé fluffy and light Cheese Cake
Cakes

The Ultimate Guide to Baking the Fluffiest, Most Moist Japanese Soufflé Cheesecake

Discover the secrets to baking the fluffiest and moist Japanese Soufflé Cheesecake, inspired by my time learning in Kuala Lumpur during the rise of Uncle Tetsu’s popular cheesecake. This light and airy cheesecake combines chiffon cake techniques with a water bath for perfect texture. By omitting milk, I’ve reduced the overly moist texture and shortened the baking time, creating a soft, velvety crumb that melts in your mouth. Follow my step-by-step recipe for a delicate, flavorful cheesecake that’s sure to impress!

Teochew Spiral Mooncake (Natural Pandan flavour)
Dessert

Teochew Spiral Mooncake (Natural Pandan Flavor): A Step-by-Step Guide to Making This Flaky, Layered Mooncake

Among the many varieties of mooncakes, the Teochew Spiral Mooncake, particularly with natural pandan flavor, stands out for its unique flaky, layered texture and exquisite look. This baked mooncake is a lighter, healthier alternative to the fried version of traditional Teochew mooncakes, and it embodies the delicate art of combining water-based and oil-based dough.

Baked Rugby Mooncake (aka Kluang Mooncake)
Dessert

Baked Rugby-Shaped Mooncake: A Unique Twist on a Classic Delicacy

The Mid-Autumn Festival is a time for family reunions and the sharing of mooncakes, which symbolize harmony and unity. Among the myriad mooncake varieties, one stands out for its unique shape and local origins—the Kluang rugby-shaped mooncake. This mooncake, which hails from Kluang, Johor, is an invention from the well-known bakery Yuen Fatt 源發餅家, and […]

Designer Koi Fish Snowskin Mooncake
Dessert

Designer Koi Fish Snowskin Mooncake: Crafting Edible Art with Tradition and Creativity

Crafting Designer Koi Fish Snowskin Mooncakes combines tradition, creativity, and artistry, making them a stunning and meaningful treat for the Mid-Autumn Festival. These colorful, delicate koi fish-shaped mooncakes, made with chewy snowskin dough and filled with flavorful fillings like red bean or lotus paste, offer a modern twist on a classic dessert. Perfect for gifting or sharing with loved ones, these intricate mooncakes symbolize good fortune and perseverance. With detailed steps and tips, this recipe guides you through creating edible art that’s as delicious as it is beautiful.