Chinese Red Bean Pancakes
Picture this - crispy, golden crepe enveloping a sheet of warm, velvety red bean paste. It is the perfect dessert, originating from China, and a must-have item in any authentic Chinese restaurant. It is made from the simplest of ingredients–some flour, sesame oil, and red bean paste (homemade or canned works) –and unlike many desserts, takes no time to prepare. For some colour and added sweetness, dust icing sugar on the pancakes!Explore More
Barley Water
Probably one of the most inexpensive thirst-quenchers around. Chewy white Barley pearls simmered in water is a simple and effective all-day drink. Gently boil for under 20 mins to let the nutty grains infuse the boiling water with a classic clean sweetness that’s easy to drink. Still too plain? Drop in naturally sweet rock sugar and candied winter melon, the choice sugar for a cool jug of barley water. Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners warn against over boiling though, or letting the barley spilt. They say if that happens, the drink loses its “cooling” properties. So keep your eye on the pot!Explore More
Bua Loy (Glutinous Rice Balls in Coconut Milk)
Bua Loy, translating to “floating lotus”, is a dessert as beautiful as it is named. Bright orange and green orbs intermingling and floating in a sea of white coconut milk, it is a traditional Thai soupy dessert that is fragrant and will satisfy any sweet tooth. While relatively easy to prepare, there are quite some steps to do but trust us, the result is worth every minute!Explore More
Thai Milk Tea Cheesecake
The Thai Tea is a relatively new but growing worldwide phenomenon, and no wonder! It is silky and refreshing, thanks to the lovely marriage between strong bitter black tea and sweetened condensed milk. Now imagine it combined with the good old cheese cake with a lovely crunchy biscuit base. What a threesome! For extra indulgence, throw in some vanilla ice creamExplore More
Thai Iced Tea
Creamy and sweet with a tinge of bitterness and spice, the Thai Iced Tea is a delicious and refreshing drink that is popular in its motherland (Thailand) and neighbouring countries in Southeast Asia. Its interesting flavor is created from steeping a variety of spices that one wouldn’t normally put in tea –star anise, cardamom, clove and cinnamon stick. P.S. Don’t worry if you do not have all the spices, it will still turn out quite delicious!Explore More
Thai Tea Cake
Are you tired of all the same cakes with the same flavors and frostings for all occasions? This Thai inspired fluffy tea cake will give you a burst of goodness for every slice.Explore More
Onde Onde (Klepon)
In what can only be described as a party in your mouth, the Onde-Onde is a cute, little ball that quite literally bursts when you take a bite. Imagine a jelly-filled donut but soft –the dough is made of glutinous rice flour infused with pandan, or screwpine leaf, juice, then filled with palm sugar and rolled in with grated coconut. A traditional pastry that is popular in Malaysia and Singapore, it is eaten as a snack or a dessert.Explore More
Coconut Pancakes with Gula Melaka Drizzle
Are you looking for an unusual, yet easy-to-prepare desserts? Then you should try the coconut pancakes with Gula Melaka drizzle. It is easy to prepare and delicious.Explore More
Es-Teler
Who doesn't want coconut meat and avocado for dessert? This Asian inspired Es Teler drink with a mixture of different tasty fruits will be your next favorite cocktail!Explore More
Gula Melaka and Pandan Jelly
Take a look at this beautiful and fragrant Pandan jelly. If you want a delicacy for your parties, this easy-to-make recipe is just for you!Explore More
Make Your Own Asian Desserts
There is always room for dessert – especially when they’re packed with the perfect blend of sweet and savoury.
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Instead of eating out, want to try making your own Asian desserts? Look no further then the Asian Food Network for recipes!
From sweet to savoury, as well as traditional to modern, the Asian Food Network boasts an enormous collection of Asian recipes or varying levels of difficulty. Whether you are an adept in the kitchen or a novice, there are various recipes for you to gain confidence in your culinary skills.
End Your Meal with Sweetness and Delights
Finishing a meal with Asian desserts is the perfect way to impress because there is a lot of work that goes behind putting the sweet treats together. If you intend to host a dinner party or whip up a homecooked meal for your significant other, then incorporating Asian desserts is the way to impress!
