Hakka Char Nguik

Hakka Char Nguik with its rich red hue. — Photos: TIMOTHY FOONG

Back in the day, the older generation seldom shared their recipes. They didn’t even bother to compile them because they knew by heart how to cook all the dishes.

I enjoyed my late dad’s cooking so much, but only managed to compile five of his recipes. The rest are lost to our family and I can only savour them in my dreams!