Recipes
one pot meal
Hidden Veggie Beef Pasta (When I Don’t Want to Think)
A quiet, reliable dinner for nights when you don’t want to think, chop finely, or negotiate. Everything cooks in one pot and melty cheese seals the deal.
Nutrient boost
Crispy Whitebait “Protein Chips”
A crunchy, high-protein sprinkle that’s toddler-approved and quietly packed with calcium, iron, and omega-3s.
Perfect over rice, noodles, or soup. We make a batch at the start of the week and keep it in a jar for easy meals.
one pot meal
No-Water Magic chicken Soup (aka Self-Extracting Chicken Cabbage & Apple Soup)
Based off the viral internet recipe my version uses smaller chickens instead and includes a scallion ginger chilli 'crack' sauce that just takes the flavours of this dish to another level.
One pot meal
Easiest Lu Rou Fan (Taiwanese Braised Pork Rice)
A comforting one-pot Lu Rou Fan that’s super simple to cook but full of deep, savoury flavour. Perfect for easy dinners, sharing with friends, or batch cooking for the week ahead.
FAMILY TRADITION
Papa’s Birthday Noodles with Pork and Pickled Vegetables
Every year for Papa’s birthday, we stamp shapes out of ban mian and top it with pork and pickled vegetables. A tiny kitchen tradition that’s fast to make, toddler friendly and full of heart.
15 mins meal
Quick Japanese Curry Chicken
Made in the pressure cooker this one-pot Japanese curry with tender chicken and sweet vegetables is cozy, satisfying, and ready in minutes.
cheap + nutritious Chinese soup
ABC Soup (For Sick Days)
A soothing and nutritious kid-friendly ABC soup made with slow-cooked bones, sweet vegetables and gentle flavours. The default soup I cook on sick days or when the whole house needs something warm and easy
15 mins meal
Easy Cantonese Steamed Fish Fillets
A light, nourishing weekday dinner we make at least once a week. Perfect with a bowl of white rice and some simple greens on the side.
family favourite
Crispy Cantonese Sang Mein (Air Fryer Hack)
Crispy noodles without the deep-frying. Topped with silky wat dan gravy, prawns, and chicken for an easy one-pan meal.
15 mins meal
Freezer Tempura Udon
I love this freezer tempura udon because everything cooks straight from the freezer in 15mins. It's comforting, quick, and the kids always finish their bowls.
One pot meal
One Pot Cheesy Tomato Beef Spaghetti
A comforting dish I know my family will love to eat. Easy to prep with pantry ingredients and well balanced with protein + veggies. Perfect for an effortless midweek dinner!
One pot meal
Hainanese Claypot Chicken Rice (Stovetop Style)
A comforting one-pot dish. Combing 2 favourites, Hainanese Chicken Rice and Claypot Chicken Rice. Smoky, savoury rice topped with tender chicken and a crispy rice crust at the bottom. Perfect for a weeknight family dinner
instant pot meal
One Pot Biryani (Shortcut for Busy Nights)
All the flavour of biryani without the washing! This one-pot shortcut uses just a single spice packet and a pressure cooker to make it foolproof. Tender lamb (or any protein you like) and fluffy rice come together in a dish that feels special, yet easy enough for a weeknight.
One pot meal
Singaporean Fish Soup Noodles
Slurpy, nourishing and toddler-approved.
A comforting bowl of noodles we keep coming back to especially on sick days at home or when you just need something simple and nutritious
Kids favourite
Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets (Freezer-Friendly)
Made with real chicken, no funny ingredients and freezer-friendly. I love having these on hand and simply throwing them into the air fryer when we need a quick protein boost + snack!
one pot meal
Chicken Macaroni Sopas with Crispy Skin
A classic Filipino kids’ favourite, reimagined in my version with Maggi sauce and a crunchy chicken skin topping that takes it to the next level.
Air Fryer Recipe
2-Ingredient AirFryer Char Siew (No Marinade Needed)
A no-marinade, no-mess version of char siew. Just 2 ingredients and the AirFryer.
Crisp edges, sticky glaze, the most delicious sauce for your rice and it's all ready in under 25 minutes.
Freezer friendly
Nourishing Bone Broth
Made with chicken feet and a whole carcass, this broth is rich in collagen and sets into a jelly when chilled, a sign of all the goodness inside
15 mins meal
Thai-Inspired Minced Pork & Tofu Noodle Soup
A simple one-pot comfort dish that’s often made for kids in Thai homes. Easy, nourishing, and gentle on little tummies
air fryer recipe
Lazy Roast Chicken
My go-to lazy roast chicken
Just salt, pepper, and a spatchcocked whole bird. Air-fried for 30 minutes until golden, crispy, and shockingly juicy
Family recipe
Shanghainese Braised Pork Belly (Hong Shao Rou, 红烧肉)
A slow-simmered, glossy pork belly dish taught to me by my Shanghainese MIL
Just simple ingredients, one pot, and the kind of depth that only comes from time and tenderness
BLW & Toddler friendly
Salmon Rice Balls + Tofu Flower Miso Soup
A fun, toddler-friendly twist on onigiri made with flaked salmon, rice, and pantry staples
These sushi doughnut balls come together in minutes, perfect for lunchboxes, snacks, or using up leftovers. Paired with a gentle miso soup and soft tofu flowers, it’s a comforting, no-fuss yet beautiful meal the whole family can enjoy
air fryer recipe
3 Ingredient Wings
These air fryer wings are my go-to on tired days. The marinade uses just 3 pantry staples and takes less than 2 minutes to throw together with no measuring required
Toddler approved and tired mama approved
signature dish
Claypot Chicken Rice
This one’s close to my heart - my signature dish
Claypot chicken rice with crispy-bottomed rice and clean, comforting flavour
TCM remedy
Cough Soup for Toddlers
Also known as Sha Shen Yu Zhu Qing Run Tang (沙参玉竹清润汤)
A TCM remedy I turn to before meds. Made with herbs, pears, and time. Naturally soothing, toddler-safe, and comforting for the whole family
Meal Prep FRIENDLY
Mala Tofu
A comforting dish with just the right amount of mala kick. Easy to prep, high in protein, and perfect for midweek dinners
endlessly adaptable
Everyday Stir Fry Udon
A humble stir fry that adapts to your fridge and your family
High in protein, light on effort, and endlessly flexible. This everyday udon is one of my go-tos when dinner needs to get done, fast. No bottled sauces, just clean flavour and a quiet little win at the table
meal prep hack
Lazy Veggie Cubes
A blended mix of everyday vegetables, frozen into cubes for quick, hidden nutrition. Just drop into soups, sauces, or stir-fries, even picky eaters won’t notice
15 min meal
Instant Bee Tai Mak Soup
Three ingredients. One pot. 15 minutes
My no-fuss noodle lunch for busy days. Toddler-approved and no meatball rolling required
instant pot recipe
Ginger Scallion Chicken
One humble chicken, a quiet overnight marinade, and an addictive spring onion ginger sauce you’ll want to pour on everything
budget friendly
Chicken Macaroni Soup
Comfort in a bowl, made with one small chicken
Protein-rich, freezer-friendly, and gentle enough for toddlers - no stock cubes needed
dramatically satisfying
Squid Ink Linguine with Seafood
For when the seafood cravings hit - and you want something bold but effortless
This squid ink linguine comes together in 20 minutes with pantry staples and just enough drama to feel special. It’s buttery, garlicky, and deeply satisfying
Toddler-Friendly Freezer Meal
Hidden Veggie Spaghetti Bolognese
A quietly nourishing dinner disguised as comfort food
This one’s my go-to when I need to clear out the fridge and sneak more veggies into the week. Budget-friendly, freezer-safe, and toddler-approved
crowd favourite
Crispy Air Fryer Pork Belly
Crispy skin, juicy meat - all from the air fryer.
This pork belly looks fancy but uses simple ingredients and zero deep frying. Guaranteed to make you the friend in the room when you bring this for a party
15 min meal
Salmon Soba Noodles
A light, satisfying weekday meal
Fast to prep, easy to love, toddler-friendly with a boost of brain-loving omega-3s.
instant pot recipe
Emperor Herbal Chicken Soup (Pressure Cooker Version)
A quietly comforting soup made with whole chicken and traditional herbs thats rich in nourishment and low on effort
Just 10 minutes of prep, and the pressure cooker does the rest
60 seconds of prep
Express Chicken Broth
A rich, golden chicken broth that starts straight from the freezer. No defrosting, no fuss, just wholesome, flavourful stock ready for soups, noodles, or sauces in under an hour of cooking time
FRIDGE staple
Scallion Oil Noodles 葱油面
A super easy scallion based sauce to be drizzled over springy noodles. Simple, 5-ingredient comfort dish that tastes like at the restaurant. Make extra, keep in the fridge and you’ll have easy, quick, delicious noodles anytime
dinner by my little helpers
Everyday Pork & Prawn Wontons
Crispy, juicy, and toddler-approved, these everyday wontons are perfect for little hands to help with.
Fry them, boil them or freeze for busy weeknights