Almost a year ago I unboxed the Tiger IH 5.5 Cup Rice Cooker and shared with you my initial thoughts. Since then I’ve had ample time to use the multi-cooker to make rice daily, prepare simple dishes, tryout new recipes and functions and test with my recipes. I am pleased to share I am really […]
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Peanut Sticky Rice (Xoi Dau Phong)
In this simple recipe for Peanut Sticky Rice, glutinous rice is combined with hearty peanuts to make a dish that is delicious and satisfying. Topped with a crunchy peanut sesame topping, it’s a wonderful combination of starchy and mealy with just a touch of sweet and salty.
Unboxing Tiger IH 5.5 Cup Rice Cooker
I am unboxing my new Tiger IH 5.5 cup Rice Cooker and so thrilled to share my initial experience with you. After much research and deliberation, I decided to purchase Tiger’s IH Rice Cooker, Model JKT-S10U-K. The 5 1/2 cup (1 Liter) capacity rice cooker is the smaller of the two models available. Featuring Induction […]
Sticky Rice Cakes with Star Anise (Xoi Vi)
This easy recipe for Sticky Rice Cakes with Star Anise (Xoi Vi) features the dynamic duo in Viet cooking: glutinous rice and mung bean. These two ingredients are commonly used to make a variety of sweet and savory dishes. The Sticky Rice Cakes with Star Anise are super easy to make and unlike some desserts that need […]
Savory Sticky Rice (Xoi Man)
This is my shortcut recipe for Savory Sticky Rice also called Sticky Rice with Egg, Chinese Sausage, Shrimp, and Chicken. I call this dish Asian jambalaya because it’s a smattering of different ingredients but, put together, it is deliciously harmonious and satisfying. The traditional way of cooking the sticky rice is in a steamer. My shortcut method is to use a […]
Sticky Rice and Hominy (Xoi Bap)
Sticky Rice or Xoi is a staple ingredient in Vietnamese cuisine. What can I say, we are carb-lovers with our abundant variety of rice, noodles and doughs. The glutinous, slightly chewy texture of the sticky rice is pure comfort food. And since sticky rice is mild in flavor, it goes well with just about everything! This recipe pairs sticky […]
Pandan Sticky Rice (Xoi La Dua)
Pandan Sticky Rice is another easy and tasty rice cooker recipe: Glutinous rice is infused with Pandan essence to make a wonderfully fragrant and delicious treat. This dish is a cinch to make in the rice cooker. To serve, top the sticky rice with a generous amount of sweet Coconut Sauce, crushed roasted peanuts and sesame seeds. Enjoy […]
Coconut Sticky Rice and Mango
Coconut milk, sticky rice and fresh mangos–what could be better? How about it’s also super simple to make! It’s one my go-to desserts when I need to whip up a dessert fast and the dish I bring frequently to pot-lucks and get-togethers. If mangoes aren’t in season or difficult to find where you live, use papaya, strawberries or any […]
Mung Bean – Shortcut Cooking Method
Grated or mashed, mung bean is an essential component in many Asian dishes and learning how to cook these beans properly is a fundamental skill for every cook to master. The traditional way of cooking the mung bean is to steam the beans and then use a potato ricer to grate or mash the mung […]
Sticky Rice and Mung Bean (Xoi Xeo) – Quick Rice Cooker Method
This recipe for Sticky Rice and Mung Bean (Xoi Xeo) is a classic Vietnamese breakfast dish. Sticky Rice is made from glutinous or sweet rice. It’s typically steamed and combined with some variety of beans and then topped with chopped peanuts, shredded coconut and fried onions for a sweet and savory taste. My recipe shortcut is to […]