Cake made of tapioca pearls? Just add papaya.
Oct 31, 2012 4:01 pm
The pearls are clearly visible in both of our versions, suspended in a cooked egg mixture. I’ve kicked things up, though, by flavoring the cake with coconut and lime and serving it with papaya. This makes a unique dessert, one I urge you to try.
A delicious vegan curried side dish or small plate
Jan 15, 2012 2:01 pm
Add some Malaysian flavors to your life with this addictively spicy potato experience. Rendang is a special kind of curry in which a main ingredient is slowly cooked in spicy coconut milk until the sauce is deeply reduced. Tender new potatoes absorb the spice-infused coconut sauce and cook down to lush, citrusy perfection.
Singapore-inspired shrimp and grits get hot
Jan 9, 2012 5:06 pm

Photo: Masak NYC
This spicy rock shrimp is served at Masak with locally produced stoneground polenta. The curry sauce is based on Singaporean prawn curry, and together, the whole thing is my take on shrimp and grits. One of my favorite lunchtime dishes at home is a sambal udang (shrimp), often served with sambal quail eggs.
A thick, hearty vegan soup for cold weather
Nov 30, 2011 5:15 pm
Although ‘spiced’ this dish is not particularly spicy – even with the added chili and paprika. The spice is very mild and subtle but absolutely essential in aiding the soup to be bursting with the incredible flavor it possesses.
This year, Thanksgiving turkey takes an exotic turn
Nov 11, 2011 4:54 pm
This year, we're trying something new for our Thanksgiving turkey. I'm making a marinade of coconut milk, buttermilk and pomegranate juice. I think this will ensure a really moist holiday bird.
Start this the day before by brining the turkey in a saltwater mixture. Then on the day of, transfer the turkey to a flavorful marinade that will seal moisture in. With 2 1/2 hours of roasting,...
An Asian rice dish that goes from savory to sweet
Nov 7, 2011 6:24 pm
Any dish on the continent of Asia that's served over rice can be served over coconut rice for an extra hit of flavor. Simply substitute half the water for coconut milk, and you're good to go. Using glutinous, or sticky rice puts you at an advantage, however. Not only do you have a fluffy bed of something...
Tom Kha Gai is surprisingly easy to make at home
Nov 7, 2011 6:23 pm
If you crave tangy, comforting tom kha gai, or Thai coconut chicken soup as regularly as we do, don't hesitate to make it at home. It's about as easy as making good old-fashioned chicken soup. Round up some fish sauce, coconut milk and ginger root and you're well on your way.
Good for cooking, harsh on the environment
Oct 26, 2011 1:01 pm
As a chef, I have always used coconut milk, and find it to be a great addition to many cuisines. However, not everything about the dairy alternative is smooth and creamy — it does come with some environmental baggage.