Ayam masak masam manis

This is malay style sweet and sour chicken. The chicken is first marinated in tumeric and salt and then pan fried instead of being battered the chinese sweet and sour style. Next the sweet, sour and (because its a malay dish) spicy sauce is made and mixed with the fried chicken. Serve with steamed rice.

Lemon Drizzle Cake

It's Duncan's birthday so it's time to get baking. Birthdays must always be celebrated with cake, that's my philosophy. This time it's Lemon Drizzle, soft light sponge with it's crunchy sugary topping is just great if you are looking for something sweet but not heavy, perfect dessert to finish with if you have a heavy main meal.

Jam Tarts

Jam tarts come in many different shapes and sizes. These are ones which I like to refer to as Malay style jam tarts. Though it takes time to pipe out the pastry and then roll it, it's worth the effort as they are really morish and simply melt in your mouth. Needless to say, the jam has to be homemade pineapple jam, lightly flavoured with spices to give it that special taste. Delicious!!