Poached Pears with Parma Ham, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese and Rocket Leaves

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Poached Pears with Parma Ham, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese and Rocket Leaves

by Eric Low

A great starter to share with a friend, this dish of Poached Pears with Parma Ham, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese and Rocket Leaves is a perfect medley of flavours! It looks fancy, and tastes even better! Try it at home – you’d be surprised at how easy it is to put together!

Cuisine : European Course : Appetizer Skill Level : Novice
Prep : 10 mins Cook : 15 mins Ready in : 25 mins Serves : 2


INGREDIENTS:

 

  • 1pc Cinnamon stick
  • 4pcs Cloves
  • 200ml Water
  • 75g Sugar
  • ½ no. Lemon
  • 1 no. Packham/Anjou, Conference Pears, peeled and sliced

Dressing

  • 4 tbsp Red wine vinegar
  • 8 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Salad

  • 100g Rocket leaves or mixed greens
  • 8 tbsp Parma ham slices
  • 1 no. Fresh mozzarella, cut into cubes
  • 30g Shaved parmesan cheese
  • 30g Chopped walnuts

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Combine spices in pot with water, sugar and lemon. Bring to boil and add the sliced pears. Remove pot from heat when the poaching liquid boils up again and allow the pears to steep in the poaching liquid. Cool and chill in fridge.
  2. Combine red wine vinegar and olive oil. Season dressing with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
  3. Divide salad leaves into four portions. Arrange poached pears, parma ham and fresh mozzarella on salad greens. Drizzle dressing over and sprinkle on shaved parmesan and chopped walnuts before serve.
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Banana Muffin with Granola

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Banana Muffin with Granola

by Julie Yee

Comforting banana bread muffins with a crunch of granola on top. Funs treat anytime of the day!

Cuisine : Baking Course : Dessert Skill Level : Novice
Prep : 15 mins Cook : 30 mins Ready in : 45 mins Serves : 12


INGREDIENTS:

  • 3/4 cup Granola
  • 120 g Plain Flour
  • 1/2 teasp Baking soda
  • 3/2 teasp Baking powder
  • 100 g Fine sugar
  • 110 g Olive oil
  • 1 Egg (large)
  • 1/2 teasp Vanilla extract
  • 220 ml Mashed banana
  • 1 teasp Lemon juice
  • 1/4 teasp Salt

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Mashed the banana coarsely with a fork and add in the lemon juice and salt
  2. Sift the flour, baking powder and baking soda together.
  3. Whisk oil and sugar together till sugar melt.
  4. Add in the beaten egg and vanilla extract.
  5. Add in the banana & sifted flours into mixture.
  6. ** Fold gently and mix briefly till small lumps of flour is still visible.
  7. Sprinkle whole grain cereals on top. Decorate with extra slices of banana.
  8. Bake the muffins at 180ºC for 25 -30mins (fan- mode) till golden brown.
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Broccoli Soup with Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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Broccoli Soup with Extra Virgin Olive Oil

by Alexandre Lozachmeur

Taste the rustic flavour of broccoli with this flavourful Broccoli Soup with Extra Virgin Oil recipe shared by Chef Alexandre Lozachmeur from Fleur De Sel!

Cuisine : European Course : Appetizer Skill Level : Novice
Prep : 60 mins Cook : 20 mins Ready in : 80 mins Serves : 6


INGREDIENTS:

  • ½ pc Broccoli
  • 50g Olive Oil basic
  • 1pc Banana Shallot
  • 20g Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • 10g Croutons
  • 10g Kalamata Olives
  • 10g Dried Tomatoes

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Chop the shallots in slices and the broccoli separately into chunks.
  2. Warm up the shallots and the cooking /olive oil together in a high heat, then add the broccoli, sautéed without any coloration and add some salt to season. Cover with water, bring it to boil and cook for approximately 8 minutes until the broccolis is very soft.
  3. In a blender, throw in all the above with the extra virgin olive oil, blend for 4 minutes then keep it warm ready to serve.
  4. Season with more oil, salt, pepper depending on your taste.
  5. Chop the olives and dried tomatoes, mix it with the croutons and place it on a soup plate, served with the soup hot.
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Spiced Aubergine Salad

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Spiced Aubergine Salad

by Sarab Kapoor

Join Chef Sarab as you get to learn how to make a Healthy Spiced Aubergine Salad that is healthy and delectable.

Cuisine : European Course : Condiment Skill Level : Novice
Prep : 140 mins Cook : 10 mins Ready in : 150 mins Serves : 2


INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 small Aubergines – sliced thin
  • 2 cloves of Garlic – crushed
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 tsp Roasted Cumin Seed Powder
  • 1 small Cucumber – thinly sliced
  • 2 Tomatoes – sliced
  • 2 tbsp Natural Yoghurt – beaten smooth
  • 4-5 tbsp Olive Oil
  • Salt & Black Pepper
  • Coriander leaves to garnish

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Grease a non-stick pan and cook the aubergine slices. Cut them into four pieces.
  2. Mix the remaining oil, lemon juice, cumin and coriander powder, garlic, salt and pepper and stir in the aubergines. Mix well and chill for 2 hrs.
  3. Add the cucumber and tomato slices. Transfer to a serving dish and spoon the yoghurt on top.
  4. Sprinkle with coriander leaves.
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Scotch Eggs

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Scotch Eggs

by Michele Ow

With this scotch egg recipe you can enjoy a snack from the comfort of your own home – Served with onions, cheese and mustard, these are delicious!

Cuisine : European Course : Appetizer Skill Level : Novice
Prep : 15 mins Cook : 20 mins Ready in : 35 mins Serves : 6


INGREDIENTS:

  • 150g Italian Pork Sausage
  • 6 no. Medium Eggs
  • ½ cup All-purpose Flour
  • 2 no. Eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
  • Oil, for deep-frying
  • Salt & Pepper

DIRECTIONS:

  1. . Cook the eggs in boiling water for 6 minutes. Or By cooking eggs at EXACTLY the perfect temperature (ie, around 145F or 63C) for 40m, the plunge into cold bath and pop into freezer just being using.
  2. Drain and peel. Season the sausage meat with salt and pepper, then divide this mixture into 6 balls.
  3. Place the egg in the center and wrap in sausage. One at a time, roll the egg in the flour, dip in beaten egg, then roll in breadcrumbs.
  4. Heat oil, about 3 inches deep, in a pan until hot enough that a breadcrumb sizzles when dropped in. Deep-fry the eggs for 8 to 10 minutes, turning once or twice to ensure even browning. Drain on paper towels.
  5. Serve right away!
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Thai Fish Cake

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Thai Fish Cake

by Julie Yee

With a kick of Thai Chili Dipping Sauce, these authentic, flavourful Thai Fish Cakes make a quick and yummy meal!

Cuisine : Asian Course : Appetiser Skill Level : Novice
Prep : 25 mins Cook : 5 mins Ready in : 30 mins Serves : 2


INGREDIENTS:

  • 300g Fish Meat
  • 3 Kaffir Lime Leaf
  • 1 tbsp Red Curry Paste
  • 1 teasp Fish Sauce
  • 1 teasp Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Corn Flour
  • 1 Long Bean
  • 1 Egg
  • 1/2 cup Thai Chili Sauce (Thai Chili Dipping Sauce)
  • 1 tbsp Chopped Garlic (Thai Chili Dipping Sauce)
  • 1 stalk Chopped Parsley (Thai Chili Dipping Sauce)
  • 1 tbsp White Vinegar (Thai Chili Dipping Sauce)

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Cut long beans into thin cross-sectional pieces.
  2. Slice the Kaffir leaves finely.
  3. Chop the fish meat finely.
  4. Mix all ingredients together with hands and slap few times against the bowl.
  5. Use wet hands and spoon 2 tbsp of mixture and shape into patties.
  6. Deep fry till golden brown.
  7. Serve fried fish cakes with Thai Chili Dipping Sauce.
  8. Mix all of the ingredients together for the Thai Chili Dipping Sauce.
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Pumpkin Ginger Soup

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Pumpkin Ginger Soup

by Eric Low

Enjoy this creamy pumpkin, ginger soup that is easy-to-prepare and simply delicious!

Cuisine : European Course : Appetizer Skill Level : Novice
Prep : 15 mins Cook : 25 mins Ready in : 40 mins Serves : 4


INGREDIENTS:

  • 30 g Butter
  • 1 tsp Chopped Garlic
  • 300 g Pumpkin, cut into 2 cm cubes
  • 100 g Onions, cut into 2 cm cubes
  • 80 g Carrots, cut into 2 cm cubes
  • 40 g Ginger, cut into 2 cm cubes
  • 50 g Flour
  • 1 L UHT Milk
  • 500 ml Water
  • 4 tbsp Maggi concentrated chicken stock
  • 50 ml Whipping cream (35% fat)
  • Toasted Pumpkin Kernels

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Melt the butter in a soup pot and sauté the garlic.
  2. Add in the rest of the vegetables and ginger. Cook for 2 minutes.
  3. Add in the flour then pour in the milk and water. Bring the mixture to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes till the pumpkin is soft.
  4. Puree the soup in a blender until it is smooth and fine.
  5. Bring the puree back to boil, add the Maggi concentrated chicken stock and pour in the cream.
  6. Remove from the heat and serve garnished with the toasted pumpkin kernels
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Ipoh Garlic You Tiao

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Ipoh Garlic You Tiao

by Julie Yee

This Asian Breakfast delight, You Tiao is crispy on the outside and fluffy inside! It taste perfects by itself and even better when paired with Hot Soya Milk!

Cuisine : Asian Course : Appetizer Skill Level : Novice
Prep : 300 mins Cook : 10 mins Ready in : 310 mins Serves : 6-8


INGREDIENTS:

  • 500 g Plain Flour
  • 1 tsp Double Actions Baking Powder
  • 5 tbsp Caster Sugar
  • 3 tbsp Garlic Oil
  • 1 tbsp Minced Garlic (fried)
  • 350 ml Water
  • 2 tsp Salt
  • 3/4 tsp Ammonia Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Alum

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Mix all ingredients together & rest for about 5hrs.
  2. Take out every 1hr and flip the bottom side up for even relaxation of the gluten.
  3. Roll into 1cm thick rectangle long strip with 6cm width. Cut into strips of 2cm x 6cm long.
  4. Brush water on one pcs and place another piece on top. Use a satay stick to indent in the middle of the dough.
  5. Deep fry in hot oil till crispy brown, tossing the dough frequently.
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Homemade Pizza

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Homemade Pizza

by Chris Ng

Make your very own homemade pizza in the comfort of your own kitchen with this fuss-free recipe! The dough is a cinch to make and you can add any toppings that you’d like – this is a great one to get the kids involved in too! 

Cuisine : European Course : Main Skill Level : Novice
Prep : 90 mins Cook : 20 mins Ready in : 30 mins Serves : 6


INGREDIENTS:

  • For the Dough
    • 200g Plain Flour
    • 4g Sea Salt
    • 3g Honey
    • 1g Yeast
    • 2g Freshly Ground Black Pepper
    • 100g Semolina (for dusting)

    For the Toppings

    • 4-5 tbsp Tomato
    • 2-3 fillets Anchovies
    • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
    • 3 tbsp Mozzarella Cheese
    • 1g Freshly Ground Black Pepper

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Mix flour, water, salt, honey and yeast in stand mixer (dough hook) until fully incorporated.
  2. Form a ball with the dough, lightly coat with olive oil and cling film.
  3. Rest for an hour to allow flavours to develop.

    Baking the Pizza

  4. Preheat oven to 240°C

  5. Mix semolina with flour (50/50) in a mixing bowl.

  6. Roll out dough onto a well-floured surface.

  7. Transfer the rolled out dough onto a baking tray.

  8. Ladle sufficient tomato sauce to cover the surface of the dough.

  9. Add toppings.

  10. Bake in oven for 4-5 mins until crust is golden brown.

     

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Albondigas (Meat Balls)

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Albondigas (Meat Balls)

by Maria Sevillano and Edward Esmero

Spanish meatballs, “albondigas”, make an authentic addition to your tapas selection! These delicious meatballs are served as tapas, but can easily be turned into a meal by serving them with pasta or crusty bread and a salad. 

Cuisine : European Course : Appetizer Skill Level : Novice
Prep : 20 mins Cook : 40 mins Ready in : 60 mins Serves : 6-8


INGREDIENTS:

  • 1kg Minced (½ kg Beef or veal with ½ kg Pork)
  • ½ cup Fresh milk
  • 1 Egg
  • 4 cloves Garlic, chopped
  • ½ cup Breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp Mixed herbs
  • 1 tbsp Sweet paprika
  • Flour to coat meatballs
  • 3 tbsp Chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for frying
  • For the Sauce
  • Olive oil for sautéing
  • 3 Large onions, chopped
  • 3 tbsp Garlic, chopped
  • 1 cup Flour
  • 1 cup White wine
  • 2 pcs Vegetables stock
  • Bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Place the meat, parsley, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, paprika, mix herbs, pepper and a pinch of salt into a bowl and mix well. Shape the mixture into small balls, rolling them between the palms of your hands. Lightly coat the meatballs in the flour.
  2. Heat the oil in a skillet or frying pan. Add the meatballs, in batches, and cook over medium heat, turning frequently, until golden brown all over. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the meatballs to a pan, arranging them in a single layer.

    For the Sauce

  3. To make the sauce, heat the oil in another skillet. Fry the onions until golden brown add the chopped garlic and then add a tablespoon of flour to the pot. Stir in a bit more flour to thicken (before adding any liquid, otherwise the flour will become bumpy), and then add the white wine, 1 cup of vegetables stock and bay leaf.

  4. Keep the pot on high heat and add the browned meatballs to the pot, covering them with a bit more water if necessary.

  5. Bring to a boil, and then lower heat to simmer for 20 minutes during which time the meatballs will cook fully inside.

  6. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve the meatballs with a full-bodied, Spanish wine.

  7. Note: You can also make the meatballs with ground veal or a mixture of ground beef and pork. Simmer veal meatballs for 10 minutes only.

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