On the menu this season is butternut squash. Thinking of something light, I was inspired to make a salad with autumn colors and an Asian twist. And for your Trader Joe’s fans out there, all ingredients are available there. The butternut squash is available whole or already precut in cubes – follow the instructions for…
When two cultures meet, beautiful things happen. Like the Indo Dutch cooking style, for example, derived from a blend of Western and Oriental cooking techniques and ingredients. A kitchen that is the heart of the hybrid culture that originated in the former Dutch East Indies (modern Indonesia). This cooking style came along with the Indo…
My special Nasi Goreng is very easy to make and contains Petai (Parkia Speciosa) which is a kind of a bean. The shape looks like an almond. Petai is usually sold frozen in bags. Petai adds a unique smell and taste to a dish. Let’s be frank, I call it the tasty stinky bean. Not…
This is the summer on your plate. A tropical salad inspired by Sanur Resort in Bali. Tasty crunchy vegetables with a spicy, sweet and sour dressing. Who says Indo Dutch cooking takes forever? This is ready in record time! From the cookbook ‘The New Indo Dutch Cuisine of Jeff Keasberry.’ The Indo Dutch cooking style is based…
Last Sunday we were invited to an Easter potluck party with friends. I decided to make something that’s easy ‘n tasty, knowing that I had to save some room for chocolate eggs. What came to mind were my special Quiche bites, which I call ‘Quicheberrys.’ A savory tart with a crispy crust and a rich filling of Boursin and…
You would not expect Brussels sprouts in the South East Asian cuisine. The Dutch Indo kitchen offers endless opportunities to experiment. This Indo Dutch fusion cuisine has further evolved in the Netherlands by the blending of Indonesian spices with European ingredients. Sambal Goreng Brussels sprouts is one example. As a child I didn’t like Brussels sprouts that…
[:en]Here’s my first idea for a healthy lunch meal this week; prepare some delicious gado gado, my favorite Indonesian vegetable salad with peanut dressing. This one-meal powerhouse will satisfy you appetite and will hold you over till lunch. You can prepare it the evening before and put it in the refrigerator. Read more about our…
My love for Italian cuisine has no end. For one because of its simplicity, the pureness of the ingredients and the supreme taste. One of my favorite salads is Caprese Salad. I enjoy the taste of fresh, ripe tomatoes, the texture of tangy mozzarella cheese, combined with fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of reduced balsamic…
Spoil your Mom with a special brunch. How about some French toast with strawberries and powdered sugar. Add some champagne and orange juice (ingredients for a Memosa) and you are all set to paint a smile on your mother’s face. INGREDIENTS 2/3 cup milk 2 large eggs 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4…
When we talk about vegetable salad with peanut sauce in our family, we often think of Gado Gado. A delicious dish, nutritious and fairly quick to prepare. This originally Indonesian dish enjoys worldwide fame as a meal and is served by street vendors, eateries as well as restaurants and hotels within and outside Indonesia. In…