Asian Recipes – Mayakitchenette

Penang Assam Laksa Recipe

November 25, 2024

Hey everyone! Hope you're all doing well. It feels like forever since I last posted. A lot has happened, but I'll try to keep it concise. Life took an unexpected turn, and I'm slowly getting back on my feet, literally. In the midst of spring cleaning for Ramadan beginning of March, an accident with a trolley led to a severe foot…

Appetizers/Snacks Asian Bakes Quick and Easy Seafood Swift Spoon Yum Picks by Maya

Easy Sushi Muffins

November 29, 2023

Greetings everyone! This week in Singapore has been all about cozy sweater weather, with continuous showers every day. While some might feel a bit down with the constant rain, I absolutely adore it. Given the chance, all I'd want is to snuggle up with a great book and savor a cup of hot tea. The only downside is, the eternal…

Appetizers/Snacks Asian Healthy Quick and Easy Seafood Swift Spoon Yum Picks by Maya

Easy Inari Sushi

October 12, 2023

Not so Fun fact: I used to only eat Inari sushi because I didn't like seaweed. Now I can tolerate it a bit more, but I still only eat sushi with fully cooked ingredients. I don't eat sashimi or any other uncooked meat or seafood, and I don't eat smoked salmon either. I'm happy with just tamago (Japanese omelet) on…

Mains Quick and Easy Seafood Swift Spoon Yum Picks by Maya

Creamy Garlic Butter Clams

September 19, 2023

Hey everyone, how's it going? The Formula 1 race just took place in the Singapore Grand Prix, and I've had quite a hectic time lately. Although my previous sentence might have made it sound like I was rubbing shoulders with Lewis Hamilton, there's no connection between me and F1! :D In reality, I've been swamped with work, and my health…

Asian Mains Quick and Easy

Easy Kimchi Fried Rice

September 7, 2023

Hey there, fellow foodies! *waves* If you're craving a quick, flavorful, and satisfying meal, look no further. Today, we're diving into the world of Korean cuisine with an Easy Kimchi Fried Rice recipe that will leave your taste buds doing a little jiggle-jiggle. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep, you'll have a mouthwatering dish ready in no time. Kimchi…

Asian Mains Quick and Easy Ramadan Seafood Yum Picks by Maya

Udang masak lemak nenas – Pineapple prawn curry

August 28, 2023

I visited my dad’s sister earlier this week. She suffered a stroke and I can’t stop thinking about her. It's a reminder that life can change in an instant. I'm praying for her recovery and hoping that she can get back to her normal life soon. While it was indeed sad, we also cherished some heartwarming moments. My father passed away…

Appetizers/Snacks Asian Bread Breakfast Chinese New Year Quick and Easy Ramadan Seafood Swift Spoon Yum Picks by Maya

Sesame Prawn Toast

August 18, 2023

What's up, food lovers? It's currently 3 AM here in Singapore while I am writing this blog post. I am a born night owl. I think better at night and my energy is literally at 100% when the moon is out. I'm not a morning person and waking up early is boring. As boring as Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg…

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Pear and Snow Fungus Dessert

August 5, 2023

Hello, foodie friends! How are you all doing, and what's new on your side of the world? As for me, not much has changed – just the same old daily ramblings. But sometimes, the comfort of routine is all we need. Today, I'm excited to share a delightful Chinese dessert that I love! This Pear and Snow Fungus Dessert is my…

Asian Deepavali Eid Mains Meat Ramadan

Lamb Curry Recipe

July 20, 2023

Did you know that Indian food was ranked as the fifth-best cuisine in the world for 2022? Indian cuisine has gained global recognition, and food like butter chicken, garlic naan, samosa, and gulab jamun are now familiar to a lot of people. Today, we will be preparing a traditional Indian dish - lamb curry. This recipe offers a delicious and aromatic…

Asian Deepavali Eid Quick and Easy Ramadan Vegetarian

Easy Butter Rice

July 15, 2023

Why do humans constantly experience a sense of dissatisfaction? In my previous post, I expressed my frustration with the excessively hot weather. However, now that it has been raining for three days, my laundry refuses to dry. Are we not designed to ever feel content? #FoodForThought . While I appreciate the rainy season, I dislike the accumulation of laundry. Even though I…