15 Dinner Recipes Your Mother-In-Law Would Approve Of

If you're mother-in-law is coming over sometime this week, why not whip up one of these dishes? Trust us, she'll love them as much as we do!

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If you're mother-in-law is coming over sometime this week, why not whip up one of these dishes? Trust us, she'll love them as much as we do!

1. Teriyaki Salmon Stir-Fry

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Sweet Japanese teriyaki salmon with a fluffy egg omelette, mixed in with plump udon noodles. Your stomach will definitely be saying "Arigatōgozaimashita"!

Find out how to make it, here.

2. Stir-Fried Hokkien Noodles with Chicken, Chilli and Bean Sprouts

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In Chinese culture, long noodles (uncut) symbolise long life. This is simple yet ideal dish to include in your next Chinese New Year feast.

Find out how to make it, here.

3. Singapore Laksa

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This Singapore Laksa recipe would warm just about anyone's heart.

Find out how to make it, here.

4. Beef Rendang with Lemongrass and Turmeric

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A great dish to enjoy with the family! Tender beef that is packed with flavour and spice is sure to leave everyone wanting more.

5. Lamb Rogan Josh with Cumin Rice

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When you have time to spare on a weekend, try your hand at this juicy and piquant plate of lamb rogan josh with cumin rice for a hearty, aromatic meal.

Find out how to make it, here.

6. Spiced Prawns with Turmeric

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Great for the Hari Raya season! A Nonya-inspired tweak on your traditional prawn sambal that is quick, simple and downright delicious.

Find out how to make it, here.

7. Briyani Rice with Fried Chicken and Crispy Flakes

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The crunch and crispiness of the chicken in this recipe helps give a fresh take on your traditional chicken or mutton biryani.

Find out how to make it, here.

8. Steamed Whole Snapper with Black Beans and Chilli

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A whole steamed fish represents togetherness, making this flavourful dish great for family meals and part of feasts for festive occasions.

Find out how to make it, here.

10. Mixed Satay

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The next time you’re firing up the barbeque, throw on some of these delicious mixed satays!

Find out how to make it, here.

11. Bamboo Rice

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It might seem simple with few ingredients needed to cook it, but when done right this is a very satisfying dish.

Find out how to make it, here. 

12. Seared Fish With A Fresh Herb Topping

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Kaffir lime leaves, torch ginger bud, chilli and shallots transform this simple fish dish into a delicious restaurant-style meal.

Find out how to make it, here

13. Steamed Pork Buns

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Fluffy white buns filled with fragrant, tender mined pork... no one can resist this all-time dim sum fave!

Find out how to make it, here

14. Laksa Steamboat

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Actress Selena Tan shares her mum's laksa steamboat recipe, which has been a staple in her family's reunion dinner for the past 30 years.

Find out how to make it, here

15. Mee Sua Soup

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Local actress Constance Song shares her homecooked mee sua recipe, which she always eats as her first meal on the first day of Chinese New Year for the past 30 years. 

Find out how to make it, here. 

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