Best /2 tsp sugar Recipes for Everyday Cooking

Make the most of /2 tsp sugar with our handpicked recipes — simple, satisfying, and full of flavour.

Recipes with /2 tsp sugar

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Braised Pork Knuckle

Braised Pork Knuckle is one of the staple food in any household in the Philippines and other Asian countries.Pork knuckles are commonly braised or roasted.Pork knuckle is also rich in collagen which is good for the skin and joints.When cooked properly, the meat is tender,juicy and flavorful.A combination of sweet,savoury and salty. Pork knuckle needs a lot of time to make it tender.Can use a pressure cooker for quicker cooking but i prefer for a slow cook/fire for a flavorful taste .

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Stir-fried Shrimp and Broccoli

White Broccoli Stir-Fry with Shrimp is a stir-fried dish that combines fresh white broccoli and shrimp fried until golden brown. With the addition of garlic and ginger as a base seasoning, and oyster sauce providing a savory taste, this dish offers a delicious flavor combination and an appetizing texture. Its simple cooking process makes it an ideal choice for a healthy and delicious everyday meal.

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Grated Cassava Cake

This Grated Cassava Cake offers a simple yet alluring tropical flavor. The soft grated cassava blends with the savory taste of desiccated coconut and the natural sweetness of coconut sugar, creating a tempting aroma. The texture is soft, chewy, and slightly chewy, providing a comforting sensation in every bite. With just the right amount of sweetness and a balanced touch of savory, this cake is perfect for an afternoon snack with warm tea or as a special treat that brings a touch of tradition to your table.

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Brown Sugar Coconut Milk Pudding

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Chicken and pork satay with peanut sauce

Enticing satay skewers combine layers of tender chicken and rich slices of pork belly, both coated in a fragrant satay marinade. Each bite savours the harmony of golden-crusted grilled meat and rich peanut sauce, blended with the natural sweetness of coconut sugar, tantalizing spices, and a deep soy flavor—creating a dish brimming with traditional warmth and authentic flavor.

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Steamed black mullet with salted lemon

“Steamed Mullet with Salted Lemon” or “Steamed Ulu Fish with Salted Sour” is a simple Cantonese steamed dish that is full of homey flavors. Using fresh mullet that is first salted, then steamed with slices of salted lemon and a little sugar to create a savory taste with a balanced touch of sour and sweet. Once cooked, the fish is doused in hot oil and sprinkled with sliced spring onions to add aroma and soft texture. This dish is perfect for family dining as it highlights the natural flavor of the fish and the uniqueness of the salted lemon as a signature ingredient.

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Hong Kong-style crab cooked with basil leaves

Sliced crab is cooked in a sauté pan with garlic, ginger, and chilies, along with oyster sauce, soy sauce, sweet soy sauce, and sesame oil until the mixture is absorbed. Fresh basil leaves are added at the end, resulting in a savory-sweet flavor with a fragrant basil aroma.

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Sago pearls cake (Malaysian traditional snack)

This Sago Pearls Cake offers the unique softness of chewy sago grains combined with soft coconut milk and the inviting aroma of pandan. When steamed to perfection, the fragrance of desiccated coconut envelops each piece—giving it a light savory sensation and a tempting texture. The cake pieces are dense, yet soft to the bite, then sprinkled with desiccated grated coconut that adds a touch of natural sweetness and a layered texture. A comforting traditional dish, perfect for a relaxing afternoon or served as a nostalgic sweet treat.

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Potato croquettes

These potato croquettes are a classic Indonesian snack that's sure to please: they have a perfectly crispy exterior and a soft, creamy interior. Filled with minced chicken combined with carrots and mild spices, each bite delivers a warm, savory flavor and enticing texture. Perfect served warm as a dinner accompaniment or as an indulgent afternoon snack.

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Chicken siumai with Chinese cabbage

The tender core of chicken siumai, scented with garlic and sesame oil, is wrapped in a thin, fragrant blanket of Chinese cabbage, creating a tantalizing combination of textures: soft on the inside, fluffy on the outside. When steamed, the cabbage softens with a warm sheen, while the warm steam combines with the siumai spices, inviting a delicious aroma into the air. The first bite melts in your mouth, bringing with it the sensation of a comforting yet enticing home-cooked meal. This dish is simple yet elegant, ideal for a light yet memorable meal.