Stir-fry

A classic Malaysian stir-fried crab dish featuring a fragrant and savory sauce made with dried shrimp, curry leaves, chili, and fermented bean paste. This recipe focuses on achieving the authentic Kam Heong flavor profile.

Crabs · Dried shrimp · Shallots · Garlic

A popular variation that adds a delightful textural contrast. This version incorporates crispy fried cereal into the salted egg yolk sauce, offering a sweet, savory, and crunchy experience alongside the tender crab.

Fresh crabs · Salted egg yolks · Curry leaves · Bird's eye chilies (chili padi)

A quintessential Malaysian dish featuring fresh crabs stir-fried in a rich, savory, and slightly sweet sauce made with salted egg yolks, curry leaves, and chili. The sauce coats the succulent crab meat, creating a delightful umami explosion.

Fresh crabs · Salted egg yolks · Curry leaves · Bird's eye chilies (chili padi)

A classic Malaysian dish featuring fresh crab stir-fried in a rich, savory, and slightly spicy chili sauce. This recipe emphasizes the natural sweetness of the crab complemented by aromatic spices and a hint of tanginess.

Mud crabs · Chili paste (sambal tumis) · Garlic · Ginger

A creative twist on Sotong Kangkung, incorporating a tangy tamarind glaze for a more complex sweet and sour profile, alongside the traditional chili elements.

Squid · Water Spinach (Kangkung) · Garlic · Ginger

A simplified version of Sotong Kangkung, focusing on speed and ease without compromising on the core flavors. Uses pre-made chili paste for convenience.

Squid · Water Spinach (Kangkung) · Garlic · Chili Paste (Sambal Oelek or similar)

A beloved hawker dish featuring stir-fried squid and water spinach in a savory, slightly spicy, and tangy sauce, often served with a side of chili paste.

Squid · Water Spinach (Kangkung) · Garlic · Ginger

A classic Malaysian dish featuring tender squid stir-fried in a rich and spicy sambal sauce, balanced with a hint of sweetness and tanginess.

Squid · Shallots · Garlic · Red chilies

A classic Malaysian dish featuring tender squid stir-fried with turmeric, chilies, and aromatics, offering a vibrant color and a savory, slightly spicy flavor profile.

Squid · Fresh Turmeric · Shallots · Garlic

A spicier variation of Udang Masak Asam, incorporating more chili and a richer spice paste, often found in Indonesian and Southern Malaysian cuisine.

Prawns · Tamarind paste · Shallots · Garlic

A simplified and faster version of Udang Masak Asam, perfect for weeknight meals, using readily available ingredients without compromising too much on flavor.

Prawns · Tamarind paste · Garlic · Ginger

A classic Malaysian dish featuring succulent prawns stir-fried in a tangy and slightly sweet tamarind sauce with aromatic spices and vegetables.

Prawns · Tamarind paste · Shallots · Garlic

A classic Malaysian dish featuring succulent prawns stir-fried in a rich, spicy, and slightly sweet chili sauce. This authentic version balances heat from chilies with aromatics and a touch of tamarind for a vibrant flavor profile.

Prawns · Dried chilies · Shallots · Garlic

A creative twist on Udang Kam Heong, incorporating the savory depth of fermented black beans (tau cheo) into the classic fragrant sauce, adding a unique umami dimension.

Prawns · Dried shrimp · Shallots · Garlic

A classic Malaysian stir-fried prawn dish, 'Kam Heong' translates to 'fragrant dried' and refers to the aromatic, savory sauce made with dried shrimp, curry leaves, and chili. This version focuses on authentic flavors and textures.

Prawns · Dried shrimp · Shallots · Garlic

A simplified version of the classic, this recipe uses fewer ingredients and a quicker cooking time, perfect for a weeknight meal while still capturing the essential buttery, savory flavor.

Medium prawns, peeled and deveined · Butter · Garlic powder · Soy sauce

A beloved Indonesian dish featuring succulent prawns coated in a rich, savory, and slightly sweet butter sauce, often with hints of garlic and chili. This classic version focuses on fresh ingredients and balanced flavors.

Large prawns, peeled and deveined · Unsalted butter · Garlic, minced · Bird's eye chilies, thinly sliced (optional)

A classic Indonesian stir-fry featuring plump shrimp and pungent petai beans coated in a rich, spicy sambal sauce. This dish is a beloved staple known for its bold flavors and aromatic profile.

Shrimp · Petai beans · Shallots · Garlic

A simplified version of Sambal Udang Petai, using pre-made sambal paste for a faster weeknight meal.

Shrimp · Petai beans (stink beans) · Pre-made sambal paste · Tamarind paste

A classic and beloved spicy shrimp and stink bean stir-fry, rich with the complex flavors of sambal.

Shrimp · Petai beans (stink beans) · Dried chilies · Shallots