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Singaporean style tofu and soba

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 13:40:23 +0100

Created on the spur of a moment due to a need to fill a bento box. Yes, it's served cold. Ketchup may seem like an odd ingredient, but the vinegar complements the sweetness of the chili. Serves 2. 1. Mix the first four ingredients together, add the tofu, then enough…

Miso soup

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 14:37:48 +0100

Serves between 4 and 12. Sorry it's so many, but it's hard to make dashi in small portions. 1. Soak the konbu in the water for about half an hour. 2. Bring to the boil, removing the kelp just beforehand. 3. If you're using bonito powder, just pour it in.…

Aburage with spring onions (scallions)

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 14:37:43 +0100

1. Mix the mirin, sake, soy sauce and water together. You should have enough to cover the aburage in a small pan 2. Boil fairly vigorously until almost boiled dry 3. This step is optional, but placing under a heat source at this point for a few minutes can impart…

Aburage (deep-fried diced tofu)

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 14:37:39 +0100

1. Cube the tofu Tip: If you find the brand of tofu you use falls apart, try freezing it overnight. This helps remove the excess water and imparts a firmer texture. 2. Dust the cubes on all sides with potato starch 3. Deep fry until golden brown This is really…

Sushi rice

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 14:37:36 +0100

1. Brush the piece of konbu to remove any debris. Soak in a pan of water for one hour (longer in cold weather) 2. Rinse the rice. Add to the konbu water, using equal volumes of each. 3. Add a splash of sake and a dash of mirin, then cook…

Thin maki (cucumber roll)

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 14:37:33 +0100

Kappamaki (cucumber roll) is the most common form of thin maki. Typically only one or two ingredients would be used, such as asparagus, natto or gourd. This recipe is used to make those seen in the photo. A bamboo rolling mat isn't needed, but it will help. 1. Prepare a…

Futomaki (Fat sushi roll)

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 14:37:28 +0100

Thick maki uses 2-4 ingredients. This recipe is used to make those seen in the photo. Other suggestions for fillings include those for thin maki (cucumber, gobo, daikon, asparagus) as well as eel. A bamboo rolling mat isn't needed, but it will help. 1. Prepare a small finger bowl containing…

Nigiri

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 14:37:25 +0100

Nigiri typically uses either tamagoyaki (omelette) or a form or sashimi (crab, shrimp, eel, beef). This recipe is used to make those seen in the photo - egg and salmon, as they are the most approachable for people new to sushi. 1. Whisk together two egg yolks to one egg…

Inari zushi

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 14:37:22 +0100

1. Dry fry the sesame seeds until they darken, then put to one side. 2. In a bowl, mix together the rice, spring onions, toasted sesame seeds and a touch of miso. Mix together evenly. 3. Take a inari zushi pocket, open it up and put a small piece (golfball…

Onigiri

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 14:37:15 +0100

Beef and sweet potato (yam) casserole

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 14:37:12 +0100

Can be eaten on it's own, or served with a side dish. Something like short-grain rice or a bowl of fresh vegetables. Serves 2 1. Fry onion and beef together until cooked 2. Add water, sake, soy sauce and sweet potato 3. Mix, then cover and simmer for 15 minutes…

Sea bass with spring onions (scallions)

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 14:32:49 +0100

This is more of a side dish than a meal. You could probably make it into a meal for 2 if you serve it with white short-grain rice and miso soup. 1. Simmer the fish in a blend of sake, mirin, soy sauce and water for 4 minutes on one…

Fried rice with green beans and feta cheese

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 14:23:22 +0100

Serve with white wine. Serves 1-2 depending on hunger. 1. Wash the rice and cook it with an equal amount of water (by volume). Add the cumin and saffron or turmeric to the water. 2. Saute the onion in the oil. 3. Steam the green beans 4. Add the rice…

Chicken madras

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 14:15:40 +0100

Serve with long-grain rice and naan bread. Serves 2. 1. Crush the cinnamon stick and dry fry with the cumin, fennel and coriander seeds until the seeds darken. 2. Add the peanut oil, onion, garlic, chillis, turmeric and ginger. Fry until the onion is browned. 3. Reduce the heat and…

Simple lentil dhal (dal)

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 14:07:16 +0100

Be careful, as once the lentils soften into a thick soup, it may burn the pan. Serve with naan bread and/or long-grain rice. Serves 2-3. 1. Wash the red lentils and drain. Simmer gently. 2. In the mean time, peel and chop the potatoes into chunks. Add them to the…

Ramen

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 14:04:09 +0100

Because Pot Noodles just aren't good enough. Sorry... Immediately before serving, top with a teaspoon of the sesame oil and a splash of the soy sauce. You can also try other vegetables such as red bell peppers, and substitute the pork with a piece of chicken if you like.