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Steamed Egg Custard with Pork
2008-02-03 08:35:00
It's been a very very long time since I last posted due various reasons which saw me stopping blogging altogether. Nevertheless its still a deep passion of mine which I will slowly try to get it slotted back into my weekly schedule from this month onwards.First of all, I would like to thank all those who continuously visit my blogs and left encouraging words and well wishes. As CNY is just a few days away, I would like to share one of my favourite recipe my mom always prepare during CNY and one I look forward to year after year. No doubt the steamed egg custard with pork recipe is as simple as it gets but somehow the thought of it with steamed rice and some stirred fry vegetables just drives me crazy.HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR TO EVERYONE!Ingredients250g Minced Pork - may also use chicken or turkey1 tsp Light Soy Sauce1 1/2 tsp CornstachCornstach1 tbsp GingerGinger - minced1 tbsp Green Onions - chopped finely1/2 tsp Seasme Oil1/2 tsp Pepper1 tsp Cilantro - chopped finelyEgg Custard Mix...
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Fried Sweet and Sour Spareribs
2007-05-24 02:38:00
For dinner this evening, I decided to prepare a main dish which I can snack on while watching the live Champions League Final match later in case I grew hungry or if things don't go too well for Liverpool and I might need to munch on something which isn't going to be messy.So I decided to go with Fried Sweet and Sour Spar eribs which is one of my brother's favorite dish when he was young as I recall. I understand recently from my mom that he is now into fish though and thats good cause its healthier. All in all, this delightful dish takes quite some effort but the end result is more than worth it especially when you first sink your teeth into the tantalizing piping hot ribs.Ingredients750g Spareribs1 tsp Rice WineRice Wine1/4 tsp Salt to taste2 tsp Flour3 tsp Dry CornstarchDry Cornstarch1 tbsp Soy SauceSoy Sauce1 tbsp VinegarVinegar2 tbsp Sugar500ml Vegetable Oil120 ml of WaterDirections1. Chop the spareribs into pieces, 1/2 inch wide by 3/4 inch long (13mm by 20mm)2. Mix with the...
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Penang Trip Food Gallery
2007-05-08 18:10:00
I went back yesterday to my hometown for a short business trip and took the opportunity to partake on some of my all time favorite food with a colleague of mine. I must say we returned back with our stomach full to the brim and mouth lingering with an unforgettable array of delightful tastes.Luckily I remembered to take my faithful camera with me this time and here is a montage of good old Pena ng food for your viewing pleasure:Technorati Tags: penang food, indian food, food pictures
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Aromatic Chicken Masala
2007-04-25 20:20:00
This is definitely one of my all time favorite Indian dish. I love hunting for Banana Leaf Rice shops and have a taste of their Chicken Masala in order to perfect mine. At the end of the day there will always be a few variation but all still taste heavenly. One of the main differences I guess is the use of yogurt as an ingredient. Some Chicken Masala I've tasted uses it and some does not. Anyways this is a version which doesn't which makes it a little on the dry side. Hope you guys enjoy it!Ingredients:1 whole Chicken - cut into small pieces.2 medium OnionsOnions - chopped.5-6 TomatoesTomatoes - cut.1 1/2 tsp. Salt1 1/2 tsp. Red Chili PowderRed Chili Powder1 tbsp. GarlicGarlic - crushed1 tbsp. GingerGinger - crushedGarnishingFresh Coriander LeavesCoriander Leaves - chopped4-5 Green Chili2 tbsp. Coriander SeedsCoriander Seeds1 tsp. Kalonji1/2 cup Cooking OilDirections:1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, fry onions till golden brown.2. Now add the chicken, and stir.3. Add the r...

My Friend's Cooking Supplies Online Store
2007-04-23 19:11:00
I had the pleasure of rekindling my friendship with Lawrence which is an old school mate of mine recently via her blogger betterhalf Erina. I got to know that they running an online store selling baking and cooking supplies straight from my hometown Penang.So today I thought of sharing his humble store with all of you in case if you ever need any supplies, you can just pop by their store. At the time of writing, I can tell you that their strength lies in Bakery ingredients and utensils featuring items such as premixes and flavorings to various shapes of cake moulds.All major credit cards are accepted at their store but in regards to delivery, I believe they are focused to within Malaysia for the ingredients but other non-perishable items should be worldwide.One particular thing I love about their site is that they feature videos of cooking demos which are surely worth viewing. To find out more, head over to their store named Cooking Island.
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Soto Ayam with Rice Noodles
2007-04-06 04:57:00
Once again I apologize for the lack of updates as life have kept me extremely busy both offline and online. I will not neglect this beloved blog and hobby of mine but updates will not be as frequent as before.That being said, whenever I do update, it will be a unique recipe for sure such as today's Soto Ayam recipe or chicken soup with rice noodles. This is a delicacy among the Malay community and one of my favorite too for its tantalizing rich taste. I have tried cooking this in the past with all sorts of noodles which you can also do so according to your preferred choice.Ingredients2 Medium sized Onions - chopped coarsely3 Garlic ClovesGarlic Cloves - chopped finely1cm GingerGinger - chop finely1 tbsp Macademia Nuts - chopped finely1 tsp Coriander PowderCoriander Powder1 tsp Chili Paste500g Chicken parts - bite-size pieces6 cups Water1 tsp Salt1/2 tsp ground White PepperWhite Pepper2 cups Rice Noodles - cooked2 cups Bean SproutsBean Sprouts2 Hard boiled EggsEggs - sliced into hal...

Savory Char Hor Fun
2007-03-27 06:36:00
I had lots of fun preparing this delightful dish since it always reminded me of the good old school days rushing to get it hot at the canteen before the line become too long for little old impatient me. Don't be fooled by the look of this simple dish though cause it requires lots of preparation.Once all the ingredients are prepared and ready, cooking it can be done in a jiffy. This dish can be found prominently to my knowledge in Ipoh, Penang and Kuala Lumpur; with many vouching that the Ipoh's version is the best. Anyways do give this a try and also kindly note that the following recipe is allocated for two person.IngredientsWhite Chinese Noodles1 Chicken Breasts - sliced into strips2 SquidsSquids - cut into slices20 Medium sized PrawnsPrawns1 Fish CakeFish Cake - cut into slices1 cup Chicken Stock2 Garlic ClovesGarlic Cloves - chopped2 cups Water1 EggsEggs - beaten2 tbsp Light Soy Sauce2 tbsp Oil1 ScallionScallion - choppedSpinach or your preferred green vegetableSalt to tastePe...
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Spicy Baked Ginger Chicken
2007-03-21 06:18:00
Firstly I would like to apologize for the lack of updates as I was busy with my other blog projects in my attempt to earn money online which has been quite interesting. I've also not been cooking much lately with my better-half travelling overseas to participate in exhibitions but I did managed to whip up a snack yesterday for some friends who came over my place for a mahjong session.This Spicy Baked Ginger Chicken recipe is for me a Malaysian version of Buffalo Wings but in this instance I used a whole chicken instead of just wings although you can just use wings if you prefer them. The secret to this recipe is not to be stingy with the sauce during baking but be wary not to make it too wet cause I find it tastier by having it slightly more on the dry side.Ingredients1 Whole Chicken - cut into parts2 tbsp crushed GingerGinger1/2 cup fresh Lemon Juice2 tsp Red Chili PowderRed Chili Powder1/2 tsp Salt1/4 tsp Pepper1/4 tsp ThymeVegetable OilDirections:1. Combine crushed ginger in a c...

Tangy Garlic Chutney
2007-03-21 06:10:00
A quick delicious chutney to go with Biryani Rice or indian snacks.Ingredients5 Garlic ClovesGarlic Cloves1 medium TomatoTomato5 Red ChiliesRed ChiliesSalt to tasteOilDirections1] Fry the 1st 3 ingredients in little oil.2] Add salt and grind into a smooth paste.3] Heat little oil in a pan and add this ground paste and fry until it becomes thick.4] Serve hot or cold.Technorati Tags: recipe, indian food, vegetarian, garlic chutney
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Penang Char Koay Teow
2007-03-07 20:56:00
Time to rekindle a favorite hometown dish of mine which is the ever well-known Char Koay Teow. This is a must have every time I make a trip back and my favorite is located at Bayan Baru actually. Most local tourists would most likely know the Sister's Char Koay Teow located at Macalister Road better due to the publicity but I find it too oily for my taste although the prawns they serve are truly gigantic to say the least.I have tried in my numerous attempts to get it to taste as close as I can to the ones found in Pena ng but being slightly health conscious, I could not perfectly match it since I refuse to use lard cooking this dish. The good news is the following recipe which serves 5 person is still as tasty without going overboard. Hope you guys enjoy it!Ingredients250 gm Koay Teow (flat rice noodles)150 gm Prawns - shelled125 gm Bean SproutsBean Sprouts5 stalks ChivesChives - cut into 2cm lengths100 gm Vegetable Oil4 EggsEggs2 Garlic ClovesGarlic Cloves - chopped2 tsp Ground Chi...

Vegetarian Potato Curry
2007-03-05 07:27:00
Today's featured recipe is vegetarian Potato Curry which I made to accompany some frozen roti canai my swedish uncle bought during his visit during CNY. I didn't want to waste it cause it has been sitting in the freezer for quite some time. This dish is very rich in flavor and can also be served with rice. I actually wanted to add Jalepeno Peppers in as an experiment cause I think the spicy and sour taste will enhance the dish but unfortunately I couldn't get my hands on any. Anyways here is the recipe I ended up using:Ingredients6 Medium sized PotatoesPotatoes - cut into quarters1 cup Fresh Green PeasFresh Green Peas1/2 CauliflowerCauliflower - chopped into small florets2 OnionsOnions - chopped1 Large TomatoLarge Tomato - chopped3 GarlicGarlic - crushed1 small pc of GingerGinger - grated1 tsp Red Chili PowderRed Chili Powder1/4 tsp Turmeric PowderTurmeric Powder1 tsp Mustard Seeds1/2 tsp Urad DhalChopped Coriander LeavesCoriander LeavesSalt to tasteOilDirections1] Heat oil in a ...
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Carrot Cake for My Birthday
2007-03-01 17:32:00
I just turned 32 on the 27th Feb and celebrated with my relatives at my auntie's house. I have to admit it is quite a rare occasion to spend my birthday not being with my friends for dinner but it was a refreshing change. My aunt baked for me a grand Carrot Cake apparently her specialty which she has been proclaiming during the CNY holidays.Although I am not a carrot kinda guy although under the chinese zodiac I'm a rabbit but I must admit this taste heavenly perhaps due to the sweet raisins. I really appreciate the effort it must have taken her to bake this and since I have not baked much myself, I believe it must have taken a lot of work. So I quickly ask her for the recipe so I can share it with all of you this recipe and in part acknowledging just how darn old I am. Cheerio!Ingredients1 cup Vegetable Oil1 tbsp Baking Soda1 cup Sugar1 ts Salt1 cup Brown Sugar1 tsp Baking Powder1 tsp Vanilla2 tsp CinnamonCinnamon4 EggsEggs3 cups CarrotsCarrots - shredded2 cups Flour1/4 cup Raisi...
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Kitchen Equipments and Supplies Galore
2007-02-28 17:50:00
As an avid cook, I sometimes lose myself in a home depot store browsing through the latest kitchenwares and equipments or hunting for bargains. I quite often find myself staring at a new item and imagining ways of using it to either simplify or improve the cooking process. I was recently introduced to an online store called Instawares.com and boy was I amazed by their super large selection of kitchenwares and supplies.I would say Instawares primarily focus are more towards commercial usage like restaurants or hotels but consumers can also purchase from them too. Not only do they carry the usual kitchenwares but disposables and even janitorials too from some very notable brands.Purchasing from Instawares is made much easier with the many payment options accepted including the new Google Checkout. The only setback in my opinion is International consumers like myself are not able to purchase from the site directly but instead have to call in order to make a purchase. I'm sure the cost...
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Spicy Buttered Squid
2007-02-25 20:31:00
Firstly I would like to apologize for my long absence due to my holiday. Today's simple and quick Spicy Buttered Squid recipe was prepared during the holidays with my family and relatives. It has been quite some time since I saw some of my uncles and aunties residing in Sweden and Singapore and it was great to get to know my cousins as well. At times I must admit it was kinda awkward but family bond is truly a magical thing. During the last day before I departed, we exchanged emails and vowed to keep in touch and I can't helped but wonder how fantastic the internet have brought us somehow closer with each other.Ingredients3 lb Squids - cleaned and sliced into 1/2" wide rings5 CilipadiCilipadi (Bird Chili) - sliced into small pieces2 stalks of Curry LeavesCurry Leaves - sliced in half3 cloves of GarlicGarlic - sliced2 tbsp salted ButterSalt to tasteBlack Pepper to tasteDirections1] To clean squid, remove purplish skin, separate the head from the body.2] Wash the inside of the squid...

CNY Eve Reunion Dinner Montage
2007-02-18 11:29:00
Just wanted to share last night's family reunion dinner before I set off on my journey back to my hometown. I would like to take this opportunity to wish all my Chinese readers a very Gong Xi Fa Cai and everyone else have a safe and joyful holiday ahead.Sadly I would not be able to update this beloved blog of mine while I'm away for the next few days but I shall be back soon. Cheers!
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Happy Valentine's Day to All
2007-02-14 19:53:00
Howdy everyone! Hope everyone had or is having a steamy Valentin e's Day!I was supposed to cook a special dinner for the both of us but my better half insisted we go out for a nice romantic dinner instead. It's been a while since we wined and dined on this lovely occasion thus I agreed and she totally deserved it for putting up with me... LOL!Anyhow... I would like to direct your attention to a very special article and blog for your reading pleasure to commemorate this year's lovers day:Valentine's Day Carnival of the Recipes by Morning Coffee & Afternoon TeaIt is truly special to me since my blog was featured.Happy Reading!
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Traditional Kung Pao Chicken
2007-02-12 20:05:00
On Sunday evening, 8 of my better half's relatives came over for dinner and a few of them was their first time visiting our home. With so much pressure, I didn't want to disappoint them over this meal as I had a nightmare whereby the food might become the topic of conversation. So I prepared properly and thoroughly for this dinner.As this was a more traditional chinese dinner, one of the dish I prepared was Kung Pao Chicken . I was so wary that I make sure all the ingredients were prepared and chopped that very morning. Do take note that this recipe is quite a large portion so divide it accordingly to your needs. I personally love the sweet taste with a tinge of spiciness to it.Ingredients1 1/2 lbs Boneless Chicken Breast - cut into small cubes3 stalks CeleryCelery - sliced1 large Red or Green PepperRed or Green Pepper - sliced1/2 cup Cashew NutsCashew Nuts3 cloves GarlicGarlic - minced3 Dried ChiliDried Chili - crushed1 stalk of ScallionsScallions - cut into 1/2 inch piecesSauce I...
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Barbecued Pork Spare Ribs
2007-02-09 18:20:00
Firstly I would like to thank everyone for their comments this week and also apologize for the lack of post as I was travelling due to the coming Chinese New Year. Upon my return this afternoon I decided to cook up something a little more unique in the spirit of Chinese New Year.Preparing this Barbecued Pork Spar e Ribs took quite some time but definitely worth the wait. It oozes tantalizing sweetness to any meal and in my opinion best served right out of the oven (or in my case Microwave Oven). It tasted so much different and tender as compared to purchasing it from the coffee shop where it is hung for most likely hours already.Ingredients600g Pork Spare Ribs1/4 cup Soy Sauce2 tbsp Honey2 tbsp Hoisin Sauce2 tbsp Vinegar1 tbsp Rice Wine or Japanese Sake2 cloves GarlicGarlic - minced2 tbsp Chicken Stock1 tsp Sugar1/4 tsp of White PepperBlack Pepper to tasteSalt to tasteDirections1] Mix all ingredients (except the Spare Ribs) in saucepan.2] Pour over spare ribs and coat on both sides. ...
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MeMe: 5 Things You Don’t Know About Me
2007-02-06 17:45:00
Wow... 2 of my blogs got tagged today with a totally different type of meme... very honored to say the least. Over here I had the pleasure to be tagged by my dear neighbour PabloPabla of Delicious Asian Food. I took nearly half of the day to ponder upon what I am going to share about myself and also the other blogs I would be tagging along on this ride. I just found out that some of those cool blogs I frequent have already been tagged earlier which shows just how unique they are but nevertheless I am going to tag just one of them again cause I love her blog so much... more on her later.So without further ado... here goes:1] I loved cooking since my childhood as my grandmother and mom are great cooks. My grandmother in particular have the gift to modify already awesome tasting dishes and making it even tastier. I remember one day I bought some dried indian curry chicken and upon tasting it, she knew exactly what ingredients required. She then cooked an improved version a week later ...
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Curry Mayonnaise Dip
2007-02-05 17:56:00
I had to do some travelling these past few days which explains the lack of cooking and posting on my part. I might be going south again sometime late this week for another business trip which I hope will prove fruitful. I did manage to update some of my other blogs while at the hotel but those doesn't require cooking so it was easy.Today's recipe is a fusion dip I made since I had lots of vegetables left in the fridge. This Curry Mayonnaise Dip was prepared in less than 10mins and was enjoyed while I watched recorded American Idols Season 6 I missed on Fri and Sat. The beauty of this dish is you can add almost any other vegetable ingredients to it and it would still taste superb, so do give it a go.Ingredients1 can Mayonnaise2 tsp Lime Juice1 tbsp Curry PowderCurry PowderCoriander LeavesCoriander Leaves - finely choppedDirections1] Mix Coriander and mayonnaise well.2] Combine all other ingredients and stir until mixture is smooth.3] Serve with vegetables snacks, sandwiches, chips ...

Succulent Lamb Kebabs
2007-01-31 18:18:00
I apologize for not posting this yesterday evening but its better late than never huh? Anyway this is the dish which went along with the Cucumber Raita I posted earlier and I must say it was just heavenly as it turned out much better than when I prepared it several months ago. I practically couldn't walk after dinner yesterday.Marinating the lamb is probably the most important part, so let it marinate for at least 4-5 hours and don't be too hasty to just grill it before then. During the grilling process, try to get it done quickly and evenly as this will hold in the moisture and make the meat tender.Ingredients1 lb boneless Lamb - wash & cut into cubes2 small OnionsOnions - finely chopped1 inch pc GingerGinger - chopped5 cloves of GarlicGarlic - chopped1 tsp Red Chili PowderRed Chili Powder1 tsp Cumin PowderCumin Powder4 Green ChiliesGreen Chilies3 cups plain YoghurtSalt to tasteDirections1] Add the chopped onions, green chilies, red chili powder, cumin powder and salt to the yog...
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Creamy Healthy Cucumber Raita
2007-01-29 19:17:00
I just finished preparing my cucumber raita for tomorrow's dinner. I plan to accompany this with a special dish which I will feature tomorrow if time permits. This creamy dish is best served chilled and for me it goes very well with lamb kebabs or tandoori chicken. I will be refrigerating over night and serve it for dinner tomorrow.Ingredients1 cup plain Yoghurt1/2 cup finely chopped Cucumber CucumberSalt to taste1 tsp chopped Coriander1/8 cup Cumin PowderCumin PowderSalt to tastePepper to tasteRed chili Powder to tasteDirections1] Whisk the yoghurt with little water.2] Add the cucumber.3] Season with salt, pepper & cumin powder and mix well.4] Sprinkle the red chili powder on topNote: You may use some chopped coriander as garnishing.Technorati Tags: recipe, indian food, side dish, vegetarian
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Homemade Penang Nyonya Sambal Belacan
2007-01-27 17:12:00
Just got back home not too long ago and I am so tired. It was a wonderful event though I must say and glad to see some of them whom I rarely kept in touch with doing well. One of my old executives who was in my team is now residing in Hong Kong and getting married end of the year. She was indeed the highlight of the day as she met her husband to be on a flight to Hong Kong and he kept returning to Malaysia (on the pretext of business... lol) to see her. Well the good news is that he turned out to be a very very very wealthy businessman who was married to his business till he met her. So yeah... life is like a box of belacan huh?Speaking of belacan, my friend called me so early in the morning today and asked me if I could make some homemade Pena ng Sambal Belacan for the event cause he thought it would go well with his dish. So I quickly went to buy some fresh red chilies at Jusco (nearest option) and made it for him. So today's recipe is a simple but treasured one... hope you guys e...

Tender Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
2007-01-26 17:25:00
My kitchen is in a mess today as I am preparing for a potluck gathering tomorrow at my friend's house. All of us ex-colleagues from our time working with an e-commerce company years ago met up for drinks on Wednesday evening and throw types of food which we wanted to eat during the day. Each of us then pulled out the recipe from the glass and I got Satay. Oh well... thank god I didn't get Chicken Cordon Bleu which I nominated for.. Hahaha!As I finished preparing and wrapping it all up to be refrigerated, I decided to cook a dozen for an early supper as I couldn't control myself (tak boleh tahan leh). Sadly I grinded the peanut sauce a little too fine as I prefer it to be chunkier but its already all prepared so what the heck... I'll do better the next time for sure.Ingredients1 1/2kg Chicken - deboned and cut into bite size pcs1/2 tsp Cinnamon Powder10 ShallotsShallots - diced1 stalk Lemon GrassLemon Grass2 tsp Cooking OilBamboo SkewersTip: Soak the Bamboo skewers in water overn...
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Eurasian Tomato Chicken
2007-01-24 17:51:00
Today I prepared Eurasian Tomato Chicken , therefore I would like to share a little about Eurasian Food. I am proud to say that the food of the Eurasian community represents the deepest blending of the cultures of Malaysia, including the influences of Malay, British East Indies, Dutch, Portuguese, Indian, Chinese and Nyonya cooking which like the country itself is so diverse and harmonious. The meat loving Eurasians seem to like their food hot and spicy as reflected by the many recipes using chilies and spices.Nevertheless, today's recipe is definitely more on the mild side and healthier too. We had this dish for dinner earlier with just steamed rice and no other accompanying dishes.Ingredients1 medium sized Chicken - cut into big pieces3 tbsp Chili PowderChili Powder1 tsp Turmeric PowderTurmeric Powder1/4 cup Water2 Medium OnionsMedium Onions - sliced5 Star AniseStar Anise1cm pc CinnamonCinnamon1cm pc GingerGinger - minced1/2 cup Tomato Puree - mixed with 1/4 cup waterOilSalt to ta...

Spicy Beancurd | Szechuan Tofu
2007-01-22 16:54:00
Prepared quite a simple dinner this evening for the 2 of us cause we wanted to watch Ally McBeal Season 5 series we borrowed from a friend. Not sure what it is about these so called series but once you pop the 1st disc in... you just can't stop.The dish I am featuring today is the Spicy Beancurd or Tofu . Another well known name for it is Szechuan Beancurd usually seen at chinese restaurants. Its a great side dish to accompany any non-spicy dishes like steamed fish and vegetables. I love this dish in particular cause its so tender and just melt in your mouth blasting with sour and spicy flavours. During preparation do be careful when cutting the Beancurd to keep it in well formed cubes. A technique I learned from a chef friend of mine is to use very cold knife to cut it... not very sure why tho but so far it works fine when I tried it.Ingredients3 Beancurds - cut into small cubes250 g minced Chicken150 g peeled Prawns - cut into three20 cc Chicken StockCapsicumCapsicum - cut into sm...
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