This vegan dragonfruit fried rice, 火龙果炒饭 (Huǒlóng guǒ chǎofàn) is delicious with its vibrant colors that will surely make you happy just by looking at it. Fried rice is definitely my favorite go-to meal as it’s flexible, quick, and best to include a variety of vegetables, perfect for those clean-out-the-fridge days. Fried rice is also called Nasi Goreng in Malay or 炒饭 (Chǎofàn) in Mandarin. It’s one of the staple foods in our household. But have you tried Dragonfruit fried rice before? It was about 10 years ago when I first tried this fantastic and fragrant fried rice at Mama Sayang restauran ..read more

This vegan unagi made from eggplant is absolutely delicious and super drool-worthy! I’m a big fan of Chinese or Japanese eggplant because the texture is tender once cooked. If you are not a fan, you can try my Vegan Unagi made from tofu and potato. It tasted just as great! Vegan Unagi (Eggplant) Step-by-Step Step 1: Prepare the eggplant There are a few ways to cook the eggplant (see tips below) and today, I’m using the steam-pan-fry method. I like the softer texture on the inside while keeping the skin intact which makes the flipping and basting easier during cooking. First, trim off the eggp ..read more

This green bean crispy garlic fried rice takes no time to make yet it’s DELICIOUS! Top with crispy garlic that you can make in one pan! Rice is a staple in my household, any kind actually. I have short grain, sushi, black rice, brown rice, Jasmine, and Basmati. Oh yes, glutinous rice too for my sticky rice dumpling and dessert. It’s crazy to look at the pantry but I use a certain type of rice for specific dishes. For example, you can’t make porridge with basmati because it won’t break down like jasmine. So, what type of rice is great for fried rice, you asked? Well, most rice work. I’ve never ..read more

This rice burger with teriyaki mushrooms is vegan, tasty, and no doubt has become one of my favorite dishes to make for my family. I first saw a version of the sushi burger a few years ago on social media where the typical wheat buns are replaced with rice and really love the idea. Have you tried either a rice or sushi burger? The original rice burger was first created by MOS burger, a hamburger chain in Japan since the 1980s. So, what’s the difference between sushi burger or rice burger, you’d asked? Check out this article — Sushi Burger vs Rice Burger Comparison. Why you will love this reci ..read more

This vegan Shanghai shao mai (sticky rice dumpling), 上海烧卖 is a delicious dumpling recipe that you can easily recreate at home. It’s a type of dim sum that my family enjoys all the time. When you hear shao mai (also spelled siu mai and shumai), you might think of steamed pork dumplings with yellow wrappers, often found at dim sum places, right? There is actually another version, called Shanghai shao mai, that is filled with sticky rice. It’s equally delicious and can be veganized easily by using mushrooms and bamboo shoots that add plenty of umami savoriness to the dumplings. I first learned a ..read more

This vegan Nasi Lemak Bungkus is the best and most authentic way to enjoy this Malaysian iconic dish. It will bring you down memory lane as soon as you unwrap the banana leaf pack. “Nasi lemak bungkus, satu, kak” is what I say when ordering this dish for breakfast. It means one pack of nasi lemak, sis. Nasi lemak wrapped in banana leaf is the classic way to enjoy this tasty meal or sometimes known as nasi lemak bungkus (packed). It consists of a side of fried peanuts, cucumber, egg, and sambal. It cost RM0.50 a pack when I was in elementary school. Now, it’s about RM2 ($0.50). What is Nasi Le ..read more

This 15-minute spicy vegan Thai basil fried rice is simple-to-make and SO Tasty! You’ll enjoy a bowl of fragrant and flavorful warm rice in just a few simple steps. What is your most favorite go-to dish to make? Mine is definitely fried rice – all kinds! It’s such a simple meal that I can quickly toss all the ingredients together to have a meal in no time, especially when I have unused stems or leftover rice. There are so many ways to make fried rice and the pairing ingredients are endless. So, let’s check out how to make this delicious meal with the easy steps below. How to Make vegan Thai b ..read more

This Nasi Kunyit or Turmeric Rice (黄姜饭 Huáng Jiāng fàn) is simple, vegan, and appetizing. Pair this with my Vegan Rendang for a delicious meal. Nasi Kunyit is a scrumptious rice dish made from glutinous rice that has a vibrant yellow hue that is served often. It’s steamed along with coconut milk. There are numerous recipes online and I got this from my friend’s late mom. Nasi means Rice and Kunyit is turmeric in Malay. It’s typically served with curry but personally, I love this dish by itself. Nasi Kunyit along with curry, red colored eggs, and Ang Koo Kuih (turtle-shaped cake) are often pas ..read more

Do you like sticky rice (glutinous rice)? I’m a big fan of sticky rice because it is a cozy and crowd-pleasing dish. Today, I’m sharing how you can cook your sticky rice in 2 easy ways. Sticky rice is made from sweet rice or glutinous rice. I normally use the ones from Thailand or Japan to make dishes like this. Most rice brands require a pre-soak so I normally soak mine overnight, right before I go to bed. You can read more about sticky rice here. Then, the next step for a bowl of delicious sticky rice is to steam and partially cook them. I like to place a damp cloth on an inner steamer rack ..read more