preserved cabbage

cabbage, preserved

Traditionally packed in an earthenware jar, preserved cabbage is also known as Dong cai. The preserved cabbage is made…

bamboo leaves

bamboo leaf

Bamboo leaves are sold dried and require pre-soaking to make them pliable before use. The broad leaves which impart a unique…

eggplant

eggplant / aubergine

Eggplant has to be one of my favourite vegetable. Roasted or chargrilled then made into a spicy salad or slow-cooked…

cauliflower

cauliflower

Cauliflower is eaten stir-fried or steamed briefly so it still has bite. It is also eaten raw with baked shrimp paste dip…

fermented bean curd

fermented bean curd

Fermented bean curd is also referred to as preserved tofu or Chinese cheese, these dense creamy cubes of tofu…

coriander seeds

coriander seeds

Coriander seeds impart an earthy, warm and nutty flavour. Ground coriander seeds lose their flavour fairly quickly…

coconut

coconut

Similar to other SE Asian cuisines, in Burma coconut is used in curries, rice and sweet snacks. Canned or cartons of coconut milk…

chickpea powder

chickpea powder

Made from ground chickpeas, chickpea powder has a slightly grainy texture compared to chickpea flour. When roasted, it has a nutty…

chickpea

chickpea

A small legume with a mild nutty flavour and creamy texture. Chickpeas are available in dried or canned. I use canned for convenience…

butter bean

Butter bean is also known as Lima, Calico, Madagascar or Snow bean. These large white beans have a rich, creamy texture…

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