Why would anybody want to burn something? Actually burning is not necessarily a sign of incompetence in the kitchen, but rather an appreciation of the Maillard reaction, that beautiful browning reaction that gives a smoky caramelized flavour. It can be an illustration of life as well – when friends ask how kid#2 is doing in … More Basque-inspired Low Carb Burnt Pandan Cheesecake
So one of the things about this blog is that some people have been saying that the recipes are too complicated. Okay, the feedback was from some friends who are non-cooks. But still…the comments gave me pause. So I think today’s recipe will definitely be classified as drop dead easy. Truly I wasn’t really in … More Low Carb Beef Noodle
National Day has come round again! I really enjoyed the day of absolutely no work or ministry commitments, some time cooking and catching up with friends. Oh and of course watching the mandatory National Day Parade telecast. There’s something nostalgic about listening to Singapore songs and listening to kid#2 critique the marching styles of the … More Low Carb Kheema Cottage Pie
I didn’t realise that my 6th diaversary (diabetes anniversary) went by last month without me noticing. In 2013 when I presented abruptly with an HbA1C of >15% it was as though I had stepped into an ugly future with restrictions and medications. I remember I spent the first year coping and grieving. The why’s were … More Keto Buns – My Tweaks
Still Feeling Peckish 