A Bright Red Pot Of Korean Budae Jjigae (부대 찌개)

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Budae Jjigae

I first got to learn about budae jjigae in one of the earlier episodes of ‘Running Man‘ – that was probably two years ago. The members had to team up to buy ingredients from the supermarkets and then whip up something delicious according to their allocated themes. Oh yes, if I did remember correctly too, that was the episode with some of the Girls’ Generation members on board as special guests too. Surprisingly, they could cook quite well. Oh well…

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Fluffy & Colourful Chinese Steamed Cake (鸡蛋糕)

Chinese Steamed Cake

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I’ve never succeeded in steaming huat kuehs (发糕) to make them blossom like flowers. They either refuse to rise generously or to split and open up obediently while being steamed.

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Juicy Meat In A Golden Potato Pot Pie

Meat & Mash Pot Pie

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The first time I attempted this dish was almost… *gasp*… twenty years ago.

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Aromatic Chicken & Mushroom Rice Cooked In A Cast Iron Pot

Cast Iron Chicken & Mushroom Rice

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We don’t have a rice cooker at home. That was why it was difficult to resist the cast iron pot promotion at the supermarket last December when we chanced upon it.

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Gerolltes Kräuterbaguette (Rolled Pesto & Pistachio Baguette)

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Rolled Wheat Pesto & Pistachio Bread

Just a simple bread recipe, kneaded and rolled up. Stuffed with cheese and nuts. For those of you who enjoy savoury tasting breads, this would be a whole new flavour to attempt at home.

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