When it comes to Southeast Asian fare, Malaysian cuisine is a hidden treasure. The winner of MasterChef 2014, Ping Coombes, brings Malaysian cuisine into the spotlight, from her family table to yours in this beautiful and unique cookbook. Drawing inspiration from her mother and from the late-night stalls and street markets in her hometown of Ipoh, Ping has assembled 100+ wonderful and accessible recipes that serve as the perfect introduction to the tastes, textures and colors of Malaysian fare. Find new household favorites like Malaysian shrimp fritters, chicken and sweetcorn soup, spicy shrimp and vermicelli salad, nyonya fried rice, chili pan mee, caramel pork belly, Malaysian chicken curry and potatoes, quick wonton soup, pan-fried seabass with kecap manis, chilli crab with fried mantou, crispy squid, Malaysian fish and chips, pork macaroni, coconut-filled pancakes, banana spring rolls, iced lemon grass tea, chilli dark and stormy, and many more! Chapters include: My Pantry Pastels, Sambals and Condiments Small Plates and Snacks Salads and Broths Rice and Noodles Fish and Seafood Vegetables and Eggs “English” Food Sweet Things Drinks So “‘sek fan la!': come and eat!” and enjoy your introduction to Malaysian cookery.
