Quick Meals

A simplified version of the classic Asam Pedas Ikan Pari, using pre-made chili paste and fewer aromatics for a faster preparation without sacrificing too much flavor. Ideal for a weeknight meal.

Stingray · Pre-made Asam Pedas paste · Tamarind paste · Okra

A simplified version of the classic Asam Pedas, using pre-made spice paste and fewer ingredients for a faster preparation time without sacrificing too much flavor.

Mackerel fillets · Asam Pedas paste (store-bought) · Tamarind paste · Water

A simplified version of the classic Ikan Pari Asam Pedas, using pre-made chili paste and fewer aromatics for a faster preparation time without sacrificing too much flavor.

Stingray · Tamarind paste · Pre-made chili paste (sambal tumis) · Shallots

A simplified version of the classic dish, this recipe uses pre-ground spices and fewer aromatics for a faster preparation without sacrificing the signature creamy, spicy flavor.

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

A simplified and quicker version of Ikan Tenggiri Masak Asam, using pre-made spice pastes and fewer ingredients for a weeknight-friendly meal.

Mackerel (Ikan Tenggiri) · Tamarind Paste · Pre-made Sambal Tumis or Curry Paste · Onion

A simplified version of the classic sweet and sour seabass, using pre-made sweet and sour sauce for a faster preparation time.

Seabass fillets · All-purpose flour · Pineapple chunks · Bell pepper (any color)

A simplified version of the classic Teochew steamed fish, using pre-minced garlic and ginger for a faster preparation without compromising on flavor.

Sea bass (Ikan Siakap) · Minced ginger · Minced garlic · Scallions

A simplified version of the classic steamed sea bass with lime, using pre-minced garlic and ginger, and a quicker sauce preparation for a weeknight-friendly meal.

Whole Sea Bass · Lime · Minced Garlic · Minced Ginger

A simplified version of the classic Ikan Siakap Tiga Rasa, perfect for weeknights. This recipe uses pre-made chili paste and focuses on quick assembly while retaining the signature sweet, sour, and spicy flavors.

Seabass fillets · All-purpose flour · Cooking oil · Sweet chili sauce

A simplified version of Ikan Bakar Portugis, using pre-made spice paste and quicker grilling methods. This recipe focuses on achieving similar flavors with less preparation time, perfect for a weeknight meal.

Whole fish (e.g., sea bass) · Pre-made Ikan Bakar spice paste · Lime juice · Oil

A simplified version of the classic dish, using pre-made sambal paste for a quicker preparation. The fish is still stuffed and pan-fried for a delicious weeknight meal.

Cencaru fish · pre-made sambal paste · lime juice · sugar

A simplified and quicker version of Ikan Keli Berlada, using pre-made chili paste or a faster chili blend, ideal for weeknight meals while retaining the core spicy and savory flavors.

Catfish · Pre-made Sambal Tumis or Chili Paste · Tamarind Paste · Sugar

A quicker, simplified version of the classic Ikan Patin Masak Tempoyak, using pre-made chili paste and fewer aromatics, while still capturing the essential durian and chili flavor profile.

Patin fish (catfish) · Tempoyak (fermented durian) · Chili paste (sambal oelek or similar) · Shallots

A simplified and faster version of Gulai Ikan Tongkol, using pre-ground spices and fewer aromatics for a weeknight-friendly meal without sacrificing too much authentic flavor.

Tuna chunks (Tongkol) · Coconut milk · Shallots · Garlic cloves

A simplified and quicker version of the classic Gulai Kawah Daging, using pre-made spice paste and tenderizing the beef more rapidly. It still delivers a satisfyingly rich and spicy flavor profile, suitable for weeknight cooking.

Beef stew meat, cubed · Coconut milk, full fat · Water · Lemongrass, bruised

A simplified version of the classic curry, using pre-made curry paste and canned pineapple for a faster preparation time without sacrificing too much flavor.

Salted Fish (Ikan Masin) · Canned Pineapple Chunks · Coconut Milk · Shallots

A simplified version of egg curry using pre-made curry powder for a faster, weeknight-friendly meal.

Eggs · Coconut milk · Onion · Garlic cloves

A simplified version of Kari Sotong that uses pre-made curry paste for speed and convenience, while still delivering a satisfyingly spicy and creamy squid curry.

Squid · Coconut milk · Malaysian curry paste · Onion

A simplified version of Kari Udang that uses pre-made curry paste for speed and convenience, without sacrificing too much flavor. Perfect for weeknight meals when time is short.

Shrimp, peeled and deveined · Coconut milk · Red curry paste (Malaysian or Thai) · Shallots, thinly sliced

A simplified version of Kari Ikan Tenggiri, this recipe uses pre-made curry paste and fewer aromatics for a quicker, weeknight-friendly meal without sacrificing too much authentic flavor.

Mackerel (Ikan Tenggiri) · Coconut milk · Malaysian Fish Curry Paste · Vegetable oil