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Heavenly Pork Leg Bee Hoon for Chinese New Year

Heavenly Pork Leg Bee Hoon for Chinese New Year by Blackswan

This is a popular poor man’s food that almost all mothers can cook, at least in Singapore. It’s the most convenient way to have a quick delicious meal during work week. A lot of people also like to cook Pork Leg Bee Hoon during parties. You can see how easy it is to turn a simple can food dish into a classy festive dish that’s fit…

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How To Cook Paper Chicken

How To Cook Paper Chicken by Blackswan

Be intrigued when you’re served a mysterious looking transparent packet. Upon opening it, you would’ve discovered a tasty-seasoned deep-fried chicken. Paper-wrapped chicken is a popular Chinese dish that is enjoyed throughout China, Hong Kong, Singapore etc. Once the wrapped chicken pieces are deep-fried, the marinade caramelized…

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Wafu Spaghetti in Colourful Capsicum Cups

Wafu Spaghetti in Colourful Capsicum Cups by Blackswan

Don’t you think that these Bell Pepper Cups look stunning? The vibrant colours are perfect for festive occasions. Chinese New Year is fast approaching. Why don't you try your hands at this tasty recipe that's filled with all the goodness?

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Reunion Dinner - Bountiful Goldfish Salad (年年有余)

Reunion Dinner - Bountiful Goldfish Salad (年年有余) by Blackswan

This is my 1st attempt creating this Bountiful Goldfish Salad. Nian Nian You Yu (年年有余) symbolizes abundance though the year. The character 余 (Yu) is the homophone of 鱼 (Yu). Hence, fish was used to highlight this Chinese New Year dish.

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Steamed Dory Roll with Snow Fungus

Steamed Dory Roll with Snow Fungus by Blackswan

Therapeutic Effects: Eating fish can provide an excellent source of Omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins & minerals that benefit your general health. It is recommended to have at least two servings of fish per week to help prevent heart disease, lower blood pressure & reduce the risk of heart attacks & strokes. Snow Fungus (雪耳) -…

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Pan-Seared Scallops in Lemon Myrtle Cream

Pan-Seared Scallops in Lemon Myrtle Cream by Blackswan

Lemon Myrtle is a citrus-fragranced spice that blends wonderfully with seafood. The sourish Lemon Myrtle Cream gave the spinach & the juicy shellfish a delightful twist, making one wanting for more!

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The Legend of Pipa Tofu & My Birthday!

The Legend of Pipa Tofu & My Birthday! by Blackswan

Yes, it's my birthday today! To thank all my friends & bloggers for their warmth wishes @ Facebook & to reward readers for their support to this site, I’m gonna introduce you to one of my family's favourite dish. This is also the fave food of one of the China’s Four Great Beauties, Xi Shi (西施). She is said to be “so entrancingly…

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Craby Celery Sticks with Bacon Bits

Craby Celery Sticks with Bacon Bits by Blackswan

Tickle your taste buds with these charming Celery Sticks topped with Bacon Bits! Also known as imitation Crab Sticks, the seafood is so economical & versatile. If you were to notice, I use a lot of these crabmeat in my recipes cause it’s so easy to prepare. They’re called “imitation” as it’s processed seafood made of Surimi or…

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Tasty Steamed Teochew Pomfret In Foil

Tasty Steamed Teochew Pomfret In Foil by Blackswan

To make a good dish of Pomfret, the fish has to be as fresh as possible. Mum also said it’s important to get White Pomfret, the more expensive one. I’ve also been repeatedly reminded that a decent Teochew would never serve Black Pomfret to any distinguished guests :)

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