What I learned from Salt Fat Acid Heat. — My obsession to figure out good cooking started when I found the food documentary, Salt Fat Acid Heat on Netflix. Since then, I watched the documentary and read the book cover to cover. As a home cook, this philosophy of cooking fascinates me, as I am always trying to cook…

Bake yourself a slice of citrus bliss. — Lemon is the main ingredient here so get your hands on some fresh and juicy lemons. This recipe uses both juice and zest. The juice provides acidity and tartness, while the zest provides the aroma that we associate with the fragrance of lemon. Cream cheese is a key ingredient here…

My takeaways. — To deny pain is to deny your potential. Pain is part of the process of growth. You are not special. It is okay to be average and work from there. You are responsible for your own life, even if it’s not your fault. It’s okay to be wrong. You don’t have to be right all the time. Uncertainty is the root of growth. Failure is the way forward. Just do something first. The rest will follow. Commitment gives you freedom in life.

A delicious Asian-style chicken wings. — I love fried chicken wings, and this version is probably one of my favorite. This version is air-fried, but you can deep fry it too if that is your preference. Hoisin sauce is obviously the key ingredient and your best bet for finding this is on the shelves of Asian…

Probably the best fries you will ever make. — Regular French fries with ketchup and mayo are good. But why not elevate it and make it even better? This recipe is like an upgraded level 2 fries in your cooking game. More complex in flavor and texture but so easy to put together. The fries pair so well with…

A healthier alternative to a classic Asian dish. Salted egg chicken is a local favorite in my country, Singapore. …

A healthier version of a classic Chinese restaurant dish. — Sweet and sour pork is the quintessential dish to order in a Chinese restaurant. It is one of my favorite Asian dishes to cook and I have developed a healthier recipe that uses air frying instead of the traditional method of deep-frying. …

Grandma’s cooking is still the best. — I just cannot seem to get it right after cooking this dish countless times. Grandma’s version always seems better and how she cooks it is still a mystery to me. All her recipes are in her head so I just note down the ingredients and methods she spoke about. …

My version of Chicken Nanban. — I always love good fried chicken and I think the Korean style of preparing is one of the most delicious ways to enjoy it. This recipe uses the air fryer to cook the fried chicken so lesser oil is used in the process. The key here is to get your…