Mooncakes and Sour Pork--a few foods we've tried recently. We're not fans of either, honestly, though they are rather picturesque.
I'm all for living as much like a local as possible when living abroad...and yet, with my limited kitchen tools and appliances and limited access to ingredients, I'll admit that I started making a list of the foods I want to eat as soon as I land in Malaysia for a visit. My mom has a fully-outfitted kitchen. Between our cooking skills and knowledge of the best restaurants in my hometown, just about any food I could dream up is a possibility when I get there.
With that said, here's our order for when we arrive:
Pulled BBQ pork sandwiches (I don't even normally eat these, but I've been craving them for months)
Puri with potato curry
Roti telur bawang
Popcorn
Chicken Butter Masala with Naan Bread
Kebab tandoori
Homemade mint chocolate cookies.
Samosas
Popcorn again.
Tortilla chips with guacamole and salsa and everything on them.
Fresh fruit juice
A hamburger (Angel's pick, I don't need one)
Chicken curry and rice
Homemade Scones
My Mom's brisket with gravy and mashed potatoes
Baked chicken.
PSA: I'm en-route to Malaysia right now and hope to spend the next week doing some excessive eating.
I love the idea of having a "To Eat" list! Some of my best travel memories are of food and amazing meals. Have fun in Malaysia!
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I seriously need to make a "to eat" list next time we're in Seattle because I didn't get a single ounce of my beloved Ivar's Fish and Chips last time we were there.
What is that top thing!? "Mooncakes" sounds like something that should taste delicious, but apparently it doesn't?
Have a great time in Malaysia!! Your list sure makes me hungry! Enjoy :)
Hope you have a great time and EAT ALL THE THINGS!
That's so exciting!! Have a wonderful and safe flight Rachel! Hopefully you get to devour all the good food you like and desire!! Take ton of pics and take care! -Iva
Have a great trip! : ) Nothing is better than family and comfort food. It is a huge hug for the heart.
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I don't even know what half of these things are but I want them all.
Ooh well at least you don't have long to wait before you start checking things off your to-eat list! Have a great trip!
brisket and popcorn? sounds like perfect comfort food to me :) and moon cakes? i've never heard of them, but you're right -- they do look appetizing!
It sounds like a great list of food! I'm going home to South Africa for a few months soon and will definitely make a list like this :)
Come to Shangers and we will get a burger together-- my treat ;)
But seriously, why do moon cakes look so good but taste so bad?
Mooncakes ARE so pretty! But I'm with you - they aren't all that tasty. ;)
Mooncakes are the WORST. Bleh. I remember trying them in Cambodia and that first bite you realize you hate it, but because someone gave it to you and is watching you, you have to finish it. Hopefully you guys will be able to find some yummy things to make with what you have.
I also make a to eat list whenever I go home to Hawaii. I love that I'm not the only one. Your list sounds delicious!
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