Curry

A flavorful twist on Mee Kari, this version emphasizes fresh seafood like prawns and squid, with an added spicy element from fresh chilies for a more intense flavor profile.

Yellow egg noodles · Prawns · Squid · Fish cake

A simplified version of Mee Kari, using pre-made curry paste and fewer ingredients for a faster, weeknight-friendly meal without sacrificing too much flavor.

Yellow egg noodles · Chicken breast · Coconut milk · Chicken broth

A rich and aromatic Malaysian curry noodle soup, featuring tender chicken, shrimp, and a flavorful coconut milk-based curry broth, served with yellow noodles and a variety of fresh toppings.

Yellow egg noodles · Chicken breast · Shrimp · Coconut milk

A rich and aromatic Malaysian noodle soup featuring a creamy coconut curry broth, tender chicken, shrimp, tofu puffs, and a medley of fresh herbs.

Chicken thighs · Large shrimp · Tofu puffs (tau pok) · Rice vermicelli noodles

A rich and creamy classic Malaysian dish featuring smoked beef (daging salai) simmered in a flavorful coconut milk gravy with aromatic spices.

Smoked Beef (Daging Salai) · Coconut Milk · Shallots · Garlic

A flavorful variation of Daging Masak Kurma, incorporating tamarind paste for a tangy counterpoint to the sweetness of dates and richness of spices, drawing inspiration from Indian curry techniques.

Beef shank, cubed · Dried dates, pitted and roughly chopped · Coconut milk · Tamarind paste

A simplified and quicker version of the classic Daging Masak Kurma, using pre-made curry paste and fewer spices to achieve a similar flavor profile in less time.

Beef stew meat, cubed · Dried dates, pitted and chopped · Coconut milk · Onion, chopped

A rich and aromatic Malaysian beef curry, slow-cooked with a blend of spices, coconut milk, and dried dates for a touch of sweetness. This classic dish is a staple in many Malaysian households.

Beef chuck, cubed · Dried dates, pitted and halved · Coconut milk · Onions, sliced

A classic and authentic Malaysian dish featuring fresh crab cooked in a rich, spicy coconut milk gravy infused with bird's eye chilies, turmeric, and lemongrass. This is the quintessential 'lemak' (rich) and 'cili api' (bird's eye chili) experience.

Fresh crabs · Coconut milk · Bird's eye chilies (cili api) · Galangal

A rich and creamy classic Malaysian dish featuring tender squid cooked in a fragrant coconut milk gravy infused with turmeric, chilies, and aromatic spices.

Squid · Coconut milk · Turmeric powder · Chili paste (sambal tumis)

A classic and fragrant Malaysian fish curry featuring tender chunks of tuna (tongkol) simmered in a rich, aromatic broth infused with lemongrass, turmeric, galangal, and chilies. This dish is known for its vibrant color and complex, slightly sour, and spicy flavor profile.

Tuna (Tongkol), cut into chunks · Lemongrass, bruised · Galangal, sliced · Turmeric, sliced

A classic and intensely flavorful Malaysian sour and spicy fish curry, featuring tender stingray simmered in a rich tamarind and chili paste broth. This dish is a staple in Peranakan and Malay households, known for its vibrant color and complex taste profile.

Stingray · Tamarind paste · Dried chilies · Shallots

A classic Malaysian dish featuring mackerel cooked in a rich, creamy coconut milk gravy infused with turmeric, chilies, and aromatic spices. This version emphasizes traditional flavors and textures.

Mackerel (Ikan Tenggiri) · Coconut milk · Water · Shallots

A regional variation of Gulai Tempoyak Ikan Patin, incorporating tender young jackfruit (nangka muda) for added texture and a subtle sweetness that complements the pungent durian and rich fish.

Catfish (Ikan Patin) · Young jackfruit (nangka muda) · Tempoyak (fermented durian paste) · Coconut milk

A rich and pungent traditional Malay curry featuring catfish cooked in a fermented durian paste (tempoyak) gravy, infused with aromatic spices and coconut milk.

Catfish (Ikan Patin) · Tempoyak (fermented durian paste) · Coconut milk · Shallots

A robust and flavorful variation from West Sumatra, characterized by a spicier profile and often a slightly drier consistency compared to other regional gulai. It uses a specific blend of spices typical of Padang cuisine.

Young jackfruit · Coconut milk (thick) · Shallots · Garlic cloves

A simplified version of the classic Gulai Nangka Muda, this recipe uses pre-ground spices and fewer aromatics for a quicker preparation without sacrificing too much flavor.

Young jackfruit · Coconut milk · Shallots · Garlic cloves

A rich and aromatic Indonesian curry made with tender young jackfruit, coconut milk, and a complex blend of spices. This traditional version emphasizes authentic flavors and textures.

Young jackfruit · Coconut milk (thick) · Coconut milk (thin) · Shallots

A rich and spicy coconut milk-based curry featuring plump prawns, infused with the fiery heat of bird's eye chilies and aromatic spices. This classic dish is a staple in Malaysian cuisine, known for its vibrant flavor and creamy texture.

Prawns · Coconut milk · Bird's eye chilies · Shallots

A rich and spicy coconut milk-based curry featuring smoked duck, infused with a fiery chili paste and aromatic spices. This is the quintessential version of the dish.

Smoked duck · Coconut milk · Water · Shallots