SCAN FOR THE RECIPES

The noodles are also put together by combining the myriad cooking methodologies of the various ethnic groups in Malaysia. Pounding (using the mortar and pestle), grinding (using the traditional grinding stone) and frying (using a wok over heated charcoal) are ways food is prepared in Malaysian households. This dish is special to all Malaysians.

Do you have any special memories associated with this dish?

This dish is a family favorite and a staple on the menu in almost 99% of eateries in Malaysia, including hotels, Michelin-starred restaurants, hawker stalls, school canteens and homes. In fact, we even found ‘mee goreng’ on the menu at a hotel we stayed in South Korea.

Is there anything else you would like us to know about this dish/your culture?

Sharing our food is akin to sharing our memories and sharing an integral part of our existence with the world. Every dish that is prepared in our kitchen at home is blessed with prayers, pure thoughts and love in abundance.

CHICKEN TAHCHIN Haghnazari Family

Please share the significance of this dish to you, your family or your heritage.

Tahchin is a classic Persian rice dish loved by so many Iranians both inside Iran and the Persian diaspora. Tahchin translates to layer, primarily a mixture of rice, saffron, eggs, yogurt and your choice of meat. Saffron is a spice that originated from Iran and gives aroma, color and an herbaceous flavor to any dish. It is essential in Persian cuisine and the spice is often referred to as the red gold.

Do you have any special memories associated with this dish?

The smell of saffron in the air brings back so many good memories from my childhood in Iran. Many of us expatriates have found it important to carry on our traditions and culture away from our homeland. In my case, this means to include Persian food in our daily lives as much as I can. I’m grateful for the opportunity the School has given me to share a recipe. Hope everyone has enjoyed the dish made by the talented Chef at Old Trail School.