Dinner

My mom would cook these rich, flavourful short ribs in a huge pot for hours and hours on special occasions. I use her recipe when my family’s craving something hearty—but with an Instant Pot to cut down on the cook time. — Stephanie Han Kim, Art Director.

I ate this street food dish often while growing up in Thailand, Hong Kong and Singapore. It’s simple but comforting, and eating it always makes me feel nostalgic, regardless of where in the world I am. — Irene Ngo, Food Content Director.

My family—two small kids, a vegetarian mom and a meat-and-potatoes dad—can be tough to feed. But this pickle-y grilled cheese is that rare meal that everyone loves.

You can cut down on the cook time by dropping the eggs in whole, but there’s something special about scrambling them first. They puff up, soufflé-style, while steaming in the sauce. — Chantal Braganza, Senior Editor.

My mom would whip up a batch of this sticky yellow rice on grey, rainy days. Served in my home with thick chunks of curry beef, this meal is perfect when you’re in a rush but craving something satisfying. — Radiyah Chowdhury, Assistant Editor.