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Bitter but bold, this stir-fried bitter melon dish packs a punch with crispy anchovies, chili, and garlic. It's the kind of flavor combo that wakes up your taste buds and keeps you coming back for more. Not for the faint-hearted, but totally worth it!

Simple but satisfying, this plate of stir-fried instant noodles gets a tasty upgrade with crunchy bean sprouts, fresh scallions, and a golden fried egg. The kind of comfort food that hits just right after a long day!

This is Nasi Ulam, a super tasty herb rice dish packed with all kinds of goodness. You’ve got juicy chicken with creamy gravy, spicy sambal, salted egg, crunchy peanuts, crispy anchovies, tofu, and even a side of curry. It's like a flavor party on one plate! I found this in Cheras, KL. Malaysia.

Loaded with juicy clams, spicy broth, and fresh veggies, this bowl’s got that kick you didn’t know you needed. Warm, bold, and straight-up comforting. One spoon and you’re hooked 😋

Warm, hearty chicken soup packed with tender drumsticks, chunky carrots and potatoes, leafy greens, and quail eggs, topped with crispy shallots for that perfect savory crunch. Comfort in every spoonful!

Stir-fried kangkung with juicy beef slices, crunchy, tasty, and super comforting. Cooked in garlicky soy sauce, it’s the kind of dish that hits just right with a plate of warm rice. Simple, fresh, and full of flavor 😋.

Crispy potato cubes stir-fried with chicken liver, gizzard, meatballs, and stinky beans (petai) in spicy sambal. It’s bold, savory, spicy, and full of texture, an Indonesian flavor bomb!

Pastel is a crispy Indonesian snack packed with veggies, egg, and sometimes chicken or noodles. Crunchy outside, tasty inside, extra fun if you eat it with a fresh chili on the side!

Tender grilled beef ribs with that perfect smoky flavor, served up with crisp cucumbers, spicy sambal, and fresh basil, fresh, spicy, and seriously satisfying.

There are so many varieties of pad thai across ASEAN countries. Beef or Chicken Pad Thai that hits the spot, tender beef or chicken, noodles with a nice bite, a bit sweet, a bit tangy, all topped with crunchy peanuts. Super tasty and totally crave-worthy.

Sate Taichan is grilled chicken on a stick, super juicy and smoky, with a spicy chili sauce and a squeeze of lime. No peanut sauce, just fire, flavor, and good vibes.

Juicy chicken and chunky potatoes in an awesome Indonesian curry. Coconut milk, warm spices, and just enough kick to make it interesting. Total comfort food, just throw it over some rice and dig in! 😋

This is pempek, Indonesian fishcakes that are crispy, chewy, and super tasty. Drenched in sweet and tangy sauce, with crunchy cucumber on the side. Kinda addictive once you start!

This Hainanese chicken rice in Hong Kong is pure comfort, juicy, tender chicken, super flavorful rice, crispy shallots on top, fresh cucumbers on the side, and a killer chili-ginger sauce to tie it all together! I found this gem near Hung Hom Market in Hong Kong.

A tasty Vietnamese spread I had last January! Fresh spring rolls loaded with greens, crispy wontons, crunchy egg rolls, and a zesty chicken salad, every bite is packed with flavor and texture. Perfect for sharing and snacking!

Super crispy on the outside, soft and tasty inside! Packed with cabbage, carrots, and bean sprouts, this fried tofu is a crunchy, savory bite of goodness, extra good with spicy green chilies!

This bamboo clam dish looks like a wild mix of textures, drenched in a deep, spicy sauce. The glossy sheen and rich aroma hint at bold flavors, unexpected, yet something that might surprise your taste buds. One the dishes that I always eat when am in Malaysia.

These marinated chicken pieces are looking absolutely mouthwatering! Perfectly seasoned and ready to hit the grill, get ready for some smoky, juicy goodness! Who’s hungry? 🔥🍗

Only in Indonesia! At an authentic Padangnese restaurant, dishes with plastic wrap fill your table, eat what you want, and you’re only charged for what you take. A unique dining experience you won’t forget!

2/ The crisp puri shattered, releasing a burst of spicy, tangy, and refreshing pani, perfectly balanced by the soft potato filling. It was chaos, sharp, fiery, citrusy, then cooling and addictive. I had expected a snack. Instead, I found a sensation 😋.

1/ Before trying Pani Puri, I had watched countless YouTube videos about it, how to eat it, how it’s made, even street vendors effortlessly serving them. But nothing prepared me for that first bite at a Pakistani restaurant in Melbourne.

Then, you scoop up some rice, letting it soak up the sauce. The warmth and spice come together perfectly. It’s simple, comforting, and just the kind of meal that makes you feel at home. Nothing fancy, just good food that hits the spot. 😋

You sit down with a plate of telur balado (spicy chilli eggs) and a bowl of hot rice. The smell of chili, garlic, and tomatoes fills the air. The eggs are coated in a spicy, slightly sweet sauce. You take a bite, the heat kicks in, but the soft yolk evens it out.

Spicy clams hit just right, fresh, juicy, and packed with heat. The mix of briny and spicy flavors makes every bite addictive. Perfect with rice or just on its own. Definitely a dish that keeps me coming back for more!

Looks tasty! 😋

3/ Daging kecap is often slow-cooked, so the beef soaks up all the flavors, becoming tender and rich. Almost every Indonesian has eaten these dishes—at home, from a street stall, or at a family gathering 😋.

2/ This sauce is different from regular soy sauce, thicker, sweeter, and with a deep, almost smoky flavor. With ayam kecap, the sauce coats the chicken, mixing with garlic, shallots, and sometimes a bit of chili. It’s sweet, savory, and just a little sticky.

1/ In Indonesia, ayam kecap (sweet soy sauce chicken) and daging kecap (sweet soy sauce beef) are everyday comfort foods. The key is kecap manis, Indonesia’s thick, sweet soy sauce made from black soybeans and palm sugar.

That looks really good! The sauce looks rich, and the meat looks tender. Paired with the rice, it seems like a solid, comforting meal. Definitely something I'd want to try.

4/ When you try it, the pancake is soft and chewy, the toppings rich and flavorful. Whether you prefer classic or modern versions, martabak manis is a simple, satisfying snack and a colorful reflection of Indonesia’s vibrant food culture.