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    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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