Elevate Your Labour Day Feast:

Modern Twists on Classic Dishes

• Ingredients:

  • 200g firm tofu (for plant-based option) or chicken breast

  • 1 stalk lemongrass, minced

  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder

  • 50ml coconut milk

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  Shopping List

  (NTUC FairPrice):

  • Firm Chinese tofu or chicken breast: https://www.fairprice.com.sg/product/fortune-chinese-tofu-omega-3-dha-300g-12610666 or https://www.fairprice.com.sg/product/kee-song-fresh-chicken-boneless-breast-300g-13097675

  • Lemongrass: https://www.fairprice.com.sg/product/simply-finest-lemon-grass-200g-11659556

  • Ginger: https://www.fairprice.com.sg/search?query=Ginger

  • Garlic: https://www.fairprice.com.sg/search?query=Garlic

  • Turmeric powder: https://www.fairprice.com.sg/search?query=Turmeric%20powder

  • Coconut milk: https://www.fairprice.com.sg/search?query=Coconut%20milk

  Instructions:

  1. In a bowl, combine minced lemongrass, grated ginger, minced garlic, turmeric powder, coconut milk, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.

  2. Cut the tofu or chicken into cubes and marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  3. Skewer the marinated tofu or chicken and grill on medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.

  4. Serve with a side of peanut sauce.

  Nutrition Facts:

  • Calories: 180

  • Carbohydrates: 5g

  • Protein: 12g (tofu), 20g (chicken)

  • Fat: 13g

  • Saturated Fat: 3g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg (tofu), 65mg (chicken)

  • Sodium: 200mg

The quintessential satay is reimagined here with a fusion of flavours that are sure to tantalize everyone's taste buds. Traditional meat skewers are transformed with innovative marinades and plant-based options, ensuring there's something for everyone.

Gourmet satay

Upscale Rendang Sliders

• Ingredients:

  • 300g halal beef, thinly sliced

  • 200ml coconut milk

  • 1 lemongrass stalk, minced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon chili paste

  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated

  • Mini gourmet burger buns or lettuce wraps

  • Pickled vegetables

  • Crispy onions

  • Salt to taste

  Shopping List (NTUC FairPrice):

  • Beef: https://www.fairprice.com.sg/search?query=Beef

  • Coconut milk: https://www.fairprice.com.sg/product/13137108

  • Lemongrass: https://www.fairprice.com.sg/product/simply-finest-lemon-grass-200g-11659556

  • Garlic: https://www.fairprice.com.sg/product/chef-china-garlic-pure-white-500g-10734550

  • Chili paste: https://www.fairprice.com.sg/product/taho-blachan-chilli-180g-341404

  • Ginger: https://www.fairprice.com.sg/product/simply-finest-young-ginger-200g-11629461

  • Mini gourmet burger buns or lettuce: https://www.fairprice.com.sg/product/94003?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwuJ2xBhA3EiwAMVjkVKtjC4h7dgT9mHMji0kTW3pN2zNbGwX1--VX3JU7SLOxrUkwoxqYuhoCb14QAvD_BwE or https://www.fairprice.com.sg/product/crunchy-fresh-lollo-bionda-lettuce-120g-11882221

  • Pickled vegetables: https://www.fairprice.com.sg/product/shinshin-pickled-cucumber-ao-kyuri-zuke-180-g-90163050

  • Crispy onions: https://www.fairprice.com.sg/product/sinsia-crispy-onion-rose-1kg-1-kg-90168320

  Instructions:

  1. In a pan, combine coconut milk, minced lemongrass, minced garlic, chili paste, and grated ginger. Add the beef and simmer until the meat is tender and the sauce thickens.

  2. Assemble the sliders by placing a spoonful of rendang on each bun, topped with pickled vegetables and crispy onions.

  3. Serve immediately.

  Nutrition Facts:

  • Calories: 350

  • Carbohydrates: 22g

  • Protein: 25g

  • Fat: 18g

  • Saturated Fat: 8g

  • Cholesterol: 70mg

  • Sodium: 300mg

Artisanal Kueh Platter

• Ingredients:

  • 100g rice flour

  • 150ml pandan juice

  • 100g gula melaka (palm sugar)

  • 200ml coconut milk

  • Salt to taste

  • Seasonal fruits for topping

  Shopping List (NTUC FairPrice):

  • Rice flour: https://www.fairprice.com.sg/search?query=Rice%20flour

  • Pandan leaves (for juice): https://www.fairprice.com.sg/product/gold-pandan-leaves-100g-13098660

  • Gula melaka: https://www.fairprice.com.sg/product/sing-long-gula-malacca-400g-64684

  • Coconut milk: https://www.fairprice.com.sg/product/13137108

  • Seasonal fruits: https://www.fairprice.com.sg/search?query=fruits

  Instructions:

  1. Mix rice flour with pandan juice and a pinch of salt. Cook over low heat until the mixture thickens.

  2. Pour the mixture into molds and let it set.

  3. In a separate pan, melt gula melaka with a bit of water and add coconut milk. Simmer until thickened to make a syrup.

  4. Pour the syrup over the set kueh and top with freshly chopped seasonal fruits.

  Nutrition Facts:

  • Calories: 200

  • Carbohydrates: 38g

  • Protein: 2g

  • Fat: 6g

  • Saturated Fat: 5g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 50mg

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