It’s that time of the year again- Ramadhan. One of the five pillars of Islam, it is the holy month where Muslims fast from the wee hours of the morning till the sunsets.
This act of abstinence is to experience wearing the shoes of the less fortunate and a reminder to be grateful for having access to resources.
Aside from just fasting, many choose to perform charitable work as an addition. Some devotees go as far as abandoning their bad habits to focus on praying and spending time with friends and family.
Just like you, our team winds down at the end of the day at the Bazaar by embarking on a food hunt for the best food with the flavour punch of pepper in the dishes. Yes, we love food with a good pepper kick to them.
Here’s what we spot for all our pepper lovers out there! Some of the best dishes with a peppery kick at Bazaar Ramadhan are:
Having a Middle Eastern root, you just know that the flavours would pack a punch! The love for kebab is widespread and universal.
There are many variations of kebabs in cultures all over the world. To offer your customers a healthier choice, choose Tortilla bread for your wrap.
Kebab Wrap fillings consist of minced meat, usually chicken or beef.
To complement the taste, the kebab master sprinkles chopped cabbage, onions and cucumbers on top of the meaty layer.
Finally, dress the kebab in mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise, and of course; black pepper!
A few shakes from the trusted AJI-SHIO® Flavoured Black Pepper shaker will do just the trick.
Mee Goreng, arguably one of the most iconic dishes in Malaysia and just a classic favourite. This noodle dish is prepared in a few servings at a time.
The hawker cook will fry these noodles in large woks over a large fire to get the proper depth of flavour.
The combination of noodles tossed into the wok along with taugeh (bean sprouts), spring onions, egg, and sometimes prawns or chicken is just a harmonious combination.
Of course, an ingredient that cannot be missed as well will be the seasoning of soy sauce, chill, salt, and pepper!
Thick, flat white rice flour noodles. It is a special delicacy from the Northeastern states- Kelantan and Terengganu.
Due to its geographical origin, it is also known to our Thai neighbours as Lasae.
Unlike other noodles on this list, Laksam is eaten with hands instead of utensils. The reason for this is due to the thick consistency of the gravy.
At the start of the preparation process, the noodles begin as flat pieces but are rolled up and chopped into smaller pieces, the signature serving.
The noodles are served in a rich white gravy of boiled fish and coconut milk.
To balance the sweet taste, Laksam cooks will finish off the dish with pepper to taste.
Burgers- a fast food classic and a night time supper staple. Easy to prepare and satisfy the cravings in a snap.
Many of us have the nostalgic feeling of the roadside burger that we will buy with our friends or tapau when our parents drive by the stall.
Topping AJI-SHIO® Flavoured Pepper on the patty while grilling is a must because it is a hallmark for tasty burgers.
A peppery meat patty in between two toasted buns along with fresh crunchy veggies are just unbeatable.
Of course, the burger is not complete without sauce- mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise, and Thousand Island is a must as well.
Ever heard of the saying ‘chicken soup for the soul’? For Bihun Soup, it doesn’t have to be just chicken, it could be beef or fish too.
The hot soup is perfect with pepper powder toppings to entice your taste buds and to increase your appetite for the meal.
Top off the dish with vegetables like onions, garlic, and shallots for the balance of nutrients and flavour.
As a Bihun Soup vendor, remember to store the soup, noodles, and toppings separately to avoid the noodles from absorbing the soup and turning soggy and becoming overcooked and mushy.
This also allows the customer to control how much noodles and what toppings they would like when buying the meal.
Another dish that goes well with pepper would definitely be chicken porridge.
Although a simple and humble dish, chicken porridge is a comfort to the body and soul.
Subtle but flavourful rice porridge with some ginger and pepper topped just ties the whole thing together.
If you want to make it a bit fancier, you can always add some toppings of chicken floss, spring onions, salted egg, and more. The options are endless
With all this mouth-watering food spotted at the Bazaar, don’t get left behind and add AJI-SHIO® to give peppery taste and aroma to your Ramadan menu.
AJI-SHIO® are made from the best quality ingredients and the perfect partner to season any dish when you are looking for that extra kick and depth in flavour.
Want to try making these delicious dishes for yourself? Check out our Recipe Biz to get all these recipes and more!
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