Ah but before I go on, I had some trouble finding the right tofu to make this dish, in Singapore. So, if anyone else here has had trouble finding firm tofu in Singapore, please look for ‘Tau Kwa’. Any brand will work, the most popular one being Unicurd. I use the NTUC housebrand too. Ok on to the Stir-Fried Tofu recipe now. This is a killer combination with vegetable fried rice....

Crazy weather we’ve been having here lately… one day we’re eating a sunny lunch on a patio and the next five nights we’re curled up at home trying to stay warm during torrential downpours. I SO wish I was one of those people who finds rainstorms to be cozy and calming, but I’m quite the opposite. Storms may get me a little edgy and nervous, but what does calm me down is making a stew like this one....

In my opinion, these vegan chocolate oatmeal cookies are the perfect cookies. If you’re not vegan, don’t let the “vegan” part of this title distract you – there’s nothing vegan tasting about them. These are cookies that happen to be vegan because I like to save my eggs for breakfast and, well, I like to eat more raw cookie dough than the average person. These cookies are rich, chewy, and sweet, but not too sweet....

Pad Thai is a great example of the balance of textures and flavours in a single dish, something Thai cuisine handles so well. While I make vegetable noodles quite often for a quick dinner, this is a Thai noodles recipe and so requires a bit more preparation and planning for me. Once you buy the basic ingredients like soya sauce, it should get a lot easier to make some impromptu for a weeknight dinner....

Can you believe Thanksgiving is next week?! Neither can I… although we’ve been cooking up a storm of comfort foods in order to post recipes here before the holiday. By this time next week I’m sure I’ll be craving sushi rather than stuffing. But until then… here’s a bunch of recipe inspiration in case you’re in need of T-day ideas: pictured above: Roasted Squash with Apple Salsa / Roasted Cauliflower & Leek Soup Poblano Cornbread Stuffing / Roasted Beet Pear & Walnut Salad Butternut Squash & Leek Risotto / Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash Apple Spice Cocktails / Mini Vegan Pumpkin Pies We made a new “Holiday: Thanksgiving” category in our Recipe Index, click here to see every recipe that I’ve tagged as a Thanksgiving possibility....

We have a new favorite food and it’s not what you think. Well, ok, it is what you think, given that the title and photo in this post have given it away. Lately, I haven’t been able to make it through the Whole Foods checkout line without sneaking a package of those Justin’s white chocolate almond butter cups – have you had them? (This is not a sponsored post, btw)....

In Japan, tofu is not a meat or dairy replacement. It’s just a regular food that regular people eat – and hardly anyone there is vegetarian. The very best way to experience tofu is at a yudofu restaurant in Kyoto. You sit down (on mats) to a set meal which starts with a few small dishes made out of various types of tofu. Then comes the big star – the simmering pot of soft tofu....

Super Bowl snacks are the best part of any Super Bowl party! Ok, for some people, the football is a highlight too, but I think we can all agree that the snacks are still important. To help you celebrate this year’s big game, I’ve rounded up my best Super Bowl food ideas below. They include everything you need to put together an epic game day spread—finger foods, delicious dips, salty snacks, desserts, and more....

For years, Jack and I have been celebrating Valentine’s Day at home in lieu of long waits for dinners at fancy restaurants. Tackling a new kitchen project together – even if you mess it up – is always tons of fun. Here are 3 date night ideas… each with a Love & Lemons spin, of course! #1: CREATE A SIGNATURE COCKTAIL prep ahead: 1. Make fancy ice in the shape of hearts or x’s and o’s – how cute?...

Heads up: these air fryer zucchini chips are one delicious snack. They’re crispy on the outside, juicy in the middle, and filled with nutty Parmesan flavor. You might think you’re going to try just one, or maybe two, but if you’re anything like me, you’re not. You’re going to munch on these air fryer zucchini chips until every last one is gone! I based this recipe on the baked zucchini chips I shared last summer....

It’s funny how specific recipes sneak their way into your weekly rotation. This arugula and couscous salad has done just that. We make it for dinner, eat the leftovers for lunch, and have served it to friends more times than I can count. This arugula salad is simple, fast, and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant. For more ways to use arugula, see our white bean salad or this fennel and arugula salad....

One of our favorite foodie events is without a doubt the Austin Food & Wine Fest. It’s a smoky grill-tastic weekend complete with big flavors on small plates… celebrity chefs cooking alongside local chefs… and, of course, bottomless glasses of wine. One highlight for us was watching Hugh Acheson’s demo (we just love watching him on Top Chef!)… Surrounded by a pretty meaty food & wine fest, he made fava bean & leek soup and an arugula salad with mint....

Generally, baby corn is cooked or par-boiled before using in any dish but since we love the crunch and texture, I didn’t want to make it soft and soggy. Also, this makes for a quick dish rather than having to follow multiple steps. If you prefer your baby corn more cooked and softer, I’d recommend cooking it in a pot of boiling water until just soft and then proceeding with the Baby Corn Masala Recipe....

I love these light and flaky scones. I truly cannot wait until you give them a try! They are lightly sweetened, tender, and so incredibly delicious. If you’re not a baker, scones are a fantastic recipe for you to try. You’ll have these blackberry lemon scones in the oven in about 15 minutes, and you don’t need any special equipment. If you only have dried fruit, try these cranberry orange scones instead....

The best scones are buttery, flaky, and moist inside. They’re crisp and crumbly around the edges, perfect for pairing with a cup of coffee or tea. Scones can get a bad rap for being bland or dry (my husband Jack swore he didn’t like them for years), but when they’re prepared well, they shouldn’t be either of those things. I’m sharing my favorite blueberry scones recipe below. It’s easy to make with 10 basic ingredients, and it yields tender, flavorful, bakery-worthy scones every time....

Anyway, we saw fresh bok choy in the market and amma wanted to make Kerala-style dal curry with it. So that’s exactly what we did! Kerala-Style Dal Curry with Bok Choy Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes Serves 4-6 Recipe source: Amma Ingredients: 2 bok choy (Chinese cabbage) ½ cup roasted moong dal ¼ cups grated coconut 2 shallots ¼ tsp turmeric powder ½ tsp jeera 4 green chillies Salt to taste For tempering: 2 tsp (coconut) oil 1/4 tsp mustard seeds 3-4 shallots (ulli, chinna vengayam), sliced A few curry leaves How to Make Dal Curry:...

These extra chocolaty brownies have not one, but two sources of chocolate: cocoa powder and chopped chocolate. There’s also a healthy amount of vanilla and instant coffee granules added to make them ultra rich. These don’t take long to make and don’t require too much clean-up, always a good thing. No mixer or beater is needed, just a spatula or spoon and a whisk. You could make them in a round pan, like us, or try it in a square pan, it’s up to you....

Although I had resolved to get more involved in cooking for festivals, I failed miserably for Onam this year. A sudden work trip took me away from home and I didn’t even have my camera with me to do something about it. Anyway, what’s all that in the face of a good, warm (or cold) bowl of payasam, eh? Any payasam with sharkkara (vellam or jaggery) is my absolute favourite....