This month has been all about quick, comforting, and flavor-packed meals that make life easier without sacrificing taste. Our top 10 most popular recipes from easy weeknight dinners to cozy family meals, these recipes are perfect for busy days when you still want something delicious and satisfying.
10 Most Popular Recipe
Easy Rendang Recipe (Using Racik Bumbu Special Rendang)
Ingredients:
• 500 g beef (cut into cubes)
• 1 packet Racik Bumbu Special Rendang
• 1 can (400 ml) coconut milk
• 2 stalks lemongrass (bruised)
• 2 kaffir lime leaves (optional)
• 1–2 tbsp cooking oil
• Salt or sugar to taste (optional)
Instructions
1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the Racik Bumbu Special Rendang and sauté until fragrant.
2. Add beef and stir well until coated with the spices.
3. Pour in coconut milk, add lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves. Stir gently.
4. Bring to a light boil, then lower heat and simmer uncovered.
5. Cook for 60–90 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the sauce thickens.
6. Adjust taste if needed. For drier rendang, continue cooking until oil separates and the sauce darkens.
Quick Snack Recipe (Crispy Niboshi)
Ingredients:
• 1 cup dry anchovies
• 1 tsp oil
• Optional: soy sauce, sesame seeds, or sugar
Instructions:
1. Dry-roast anchovies in a pan until crispy.
2. Add a little oil and optional seasoning.
3. Serve as a crunchy snack or rice topping.
Tom Yum Instant Hot & Sour Soup (Easy Recipe)
Ingredients:
• 1 packet Tom Yum instant soup paste or seasoning
• 2 cups water
• 4–6 shrimp (peeled & deveined)
• ½ cup mushrooms (straw or button mushrooms)
• 1–2 chili slices (optional, for extra heat)
• Juice of ½ lime
• Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions:
1. Bring water to a boil in a pot.
2. Add the Tom Yum instant soup paste and stir well.
3. Add shrimp and mushrooms, simmer for 2–3 minutes until shrimp turns pink.
4. Turn off heat and squeeze in fresh lime juice.
5. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.
30-Minute Chinese Soup
Ingredients:
• 200g sliced chicken or pork
• 4–5 dried shiitake mushrooms (soaked & sliced)
• 1 carrot (sliced)
• 1 small corn (cut into chunks)
• 3–4 red dates
• 3 slices ginger
• 1.5 liters water
• Salt & white pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Bring water to a boil, add ginger and mushrooms. Cook 5 minutes.
2. Add chicken (or pork), carrot, corn, and red dates.
3. Simmer for 20 minutes until meat is cooked and soup is fragrant.
4. Season with salt and a dash of white pepper.
Simple Pho Recipe Using Harvest Pho Mix
Ingredients:
• 1 packet Harvest Vietnamese Pho Mix
• 6 cups water or beef broth
• 200–300 g beef slices or chicken
• Rice noodles
• Bean sprouts
• Green onions
• Fresh herbs (cilantro, basil)
• Lime wedges
• Chili or chili sauce (optional)
Instructions:
1. Bring 6 cups of water or broth to a boil.
2. Add the Harvest pho mix and stir well.
3. Simmer for about 5–10 minutes to develop the flavor.
4. Cook rice noodles separately according to package instructions.
5. Place noodles in a bowl and top with raw beef slices or cooked chicken.
6. Pour the hot pho broth over the noodles and meat.
7. Add bean sprouts, herbs, green onions, lime, and chili to taste.
Crispy Panko Chicken (Using Umax Panko)
Ingredients:
• 2 chicken breasts (cut into strips)
• 1 cup Umax Panko
• 1/2 cup flour
• 2 eggs
• Salt & pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
• Oil for frying (or use oven/air fryer)
Instructions:
1. Prep your coating
• Bowl 1: flour + salt & pepper
• Bowl 2: beaten eggs
• Bowl 3: Umax Panko
2. Coat the chicken
Dip chicken into flour → egg → panko
Press lightly so the panko sticks well
3. Cook it your way
• Fry: Medium heat, 4–5 mins each side until golden
• Air fry: 180°C (350°F) for 12–15 mins
• Bake: 200°C (400°F) for 20–25 mins
4. Serve hot
Pair with sweet chili sauce, mayo, or ketchup.
Sun Shine prawn flavour crackers
How to prepare:
• Heat oil until hot (around 180°C)
• Drop in a few crackers at a time
• Fry for 3–5 seconds until they fully puff up
• Remove and drain excess oil
Best enjoyed fresh and crispy. Simple to make, fun to watch, and always a crowd favorite!
Quick Pho Recipe (10 minutes)
Ingredients:
• 1 can pho beef broth
• 1 pack rice noodles
• Thinly sliced beef or cooked chicken
• Bean sprouts
• Green onions
• Fresh herbs (basil or cilantro)
• Lime wedges
Instructions:
1. Heat the canned pho beef broth in a pot until boiling.
2. Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions.
3. Place noodles in a bowl and add sliced beef on top.
4. Pour the hot broth over the noodles and beef.
5. Add bean sprouts, green onions, herbs, and lime to taste.
Ponzu Garlic Chicken (Quick & Flavorful)
Ingredients:
• 2 chicken breasts or thighs (sliced)
• 3 tbsp Kikkoman Ponzu
• 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
• 1 tsp minced garlic
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• Black pepper (to taste)
• Optional: sesame seeds & green onions for garnish
Instructions:
1. Heat a pan over medium heat with a little oil.
2. Add chicken and cook until lightly golden.
3. In a small bowl, mix ponzu, honey, garlic, and sesame oil.
4. Pour sauce over the chicken and stir until it thickens slightly and coats evenly.
5. Turn off heat, sprinkle sesame seeds and green onions.
Creamy Laksa Noodle Soup
Serves 2–3
Ingredients:
• 2 tbsp laksa paste
• 1 tbsp cooking oil
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 200 g rice noodles or egg noodles
• 150 g shrimp, chicken, or tofu
• 1 cup bean sprouts or bok choy
• 1–2 tsp fish sauce (optional)
• Lime wedges & fresh cilantro (for topping)
Instructions:
1. Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Add laksa paste and sauté until fragrant.
2. Pour in stock and bring to a gentle boil.
3. Stir in coconut milk and lower heat to simmer.
4. Add protein and cook until just done.
5. Add noodles and vegetables; cook until noodles are tender.
6. Season with fish sauce if needed.
7. Serve hot with a squeeze of lime and fresh herbs.
Conclusion
These top 10 recipes truly reflect what we all need this month—simple, delicious meals that are easy and save time in the kitchen. Whether you’re cooking for your family or just looking for something quick after a long day, these dishes make it easier to enjoy good food without the stress. Don’t be afraid to try something new or put your own twist on them—sometimes the best meals come from a little creativity.
