Scrambled Eggs

Gordon Ramsay scrambled eggs

If you were to watch Gordon Ramsay on YouTube, it is like watching a master craftsman at work. He cooks with so much passion so effortlessly. Needless to say, you or me may not get the same results.

With that out of the way, I tried his scrabbled egg recipe. 

Below is the link :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PUP7U5vTMM0&t=74s

Cooked it for breakfast, 10 September 2018. Breakdown is as follows, cooked the mushrooms in olive oil. Saute in sea salt, finely ground black pepper  and Italian herbs. Then did the same for the cherry tomatoes. Then on light heat cooked the eggs with olive oil and large globs of butter.

Picture does not do it even an ounce of justice. I guess, due to the plate being too big and small food portions, it is visually a let-down but taste wise. It sure packs a punch. 

All I can say is try it. Not the least disappointed. Just get good and fresh ingredients. You  can’t go wrong. A word of caution. I did not wash the mushrooms at all. I noticed that even a tad of water makes it soggy and robs its taste a bit. A little dirt won’t kill you. Enjoy and have a great day.

Durian

How does one describe durian? 

I think that it is the only fruit that has been described to the opposite ends, depending on one’s point of view and taste buds. One might find it as a delicacy. Others, a repulsive smelly stinky nauseating, foul.

The King of Fruits, I feel is best described by British Naturalist, Albert Russel Wallace as ‘ a rich custard high flavoured with almonds”.  

The word was first used around 1580 derived from the “duri”, thorn. 

The Durian is native to Brunei, Indonesia & Malaysia.

The price of durian fluctuates from time to time based on supply and demand.

2 years back I remember spending RM150 on 3 small musang king durians.

This year, the price dropped drastically due to oversupply from simultaneous fruiting in Pahang, Perak and Johor.

Being a seasonal fruit, normally, durian comes from Johor first, then Pahang and lastly followed by Perak. 

However, this year there was an abundant supply as all were produced at the same time. In other words, supply exceeded demand.

Sometime in August 2018, I purchased 3 large musang king at RM100. I saw stalls selling D24 at RM12 per kilo and durian kampung at RM8 per kilo.

Not quite durian runtuh prices, unless you get it (durian kampung) at RM1 per fruit, like those shared on the internet from stalls in Kulim, Kedah.

Ever wondered, what was the price 20 or 30 years ago? The picture below was shared by a friend.

Steak and Scotch Eggs

Dinner on Saturday, 11 August 2018. 

If one were to view Gordon Ramsay or Jamie Oliver cooking steak, their recipe is so simple that your heart aches, every time you (I'm taking about me) screw it up.

So followed to the dot and it tasted ridiculously mouthwatering. Overcooked it a tad though.    

Below are the simple steps and its yummy results

Always get prime cuts. Next project will be Wagyu

Check out the marbling effect

Seasoned it with himalayan pink rock salt and fresh ground black pepper

Heated the olive oil and let the steak sizzle. Lumps of butter and garlic was added and dusted with fresh rosemarry 

Just dig in. Just a tad overcooked. Hence, I did not get the pink center. But taste hmmmm hmmm hmmm. Finished in one seating and longing for more  

Tried this recipe by Chef John @ Food Wishes. You can view his video on Youtube. He has such a fun and tenacious voice that you are just drawn into his videos. 

Chef John always advocates that since you are the own author of your recipes, explore and don't limit your contents. Your contents sometimes depends on what you have available at the moment. 

I tried his Scott egg recipe. Modified off course.

Started with ground beef

Mixed them with himalayan pink rock salt, fresh ground black paper, oregano, parsley, onions, garlic and paprika, for the added heat. Don't be stingy with the ingredients, the you may end up with plain tasting meat lacking that Oumph!  

Wrapped the meat around boiled egg, cubes fried potatoes and cheese

Made into balls

Dusted with all purpose flour, egg and bread scrumbs

The bread crumbs are crucial to make the outer layer crunchy and crispy

Deep Fried

Paper towel to absorb the excess oil

That's it. You're done

Donald Trump

I'm not dwindle on him. More than enough has and readers can make up their own minds. 

But I think this picture illustrates the situation well.

Picture found on the net.

Come to think of it, this must be how the orang asli of Malaysia view us as well  

Explorer Outfitter @ Damen Mall

Bought this last Sunday, 12 August 2018. 

Was looking high and low of a perfect fitting pouch for my daughters Victorinox Swiss Army Classic SD Multi-Tool, 2-1/4" Translucent Pink Handles - 54005.

The multi tool when purchased was bare naked. Only came with a loop. And I did not have a lanyard befitting a 6 year old girl. Something funky.

Explorer @ Damen Mall just got their stock replenished. Check them out.

All your camping or outdoor gear equipment is conveniently located under one roof.

Cheers and have a blessed Sunday  

EDC - Selamat Hari Raya

Friday 15 June 2018. Hari Raya. It is the tradition to give duit raya. This year I broke the tradition, all my family members got EDC. EDC - Every Day Carry. Much better than duit raya, practical and you may need it one day. 

You can check the internet and you will find tons of information on EDC. Every tactical survivalist carry one and swear by it.

EDC comes in various forms but to get my family in the survivalist mood and to get the ball rolling ...

Schrade SCHF63B recurve. For my wife 

Purchased from Thomas Tools. Very friendly and informative guy. Item arrived on time with a free gift 

Stealthy blade

My free gift

Doubles as a spoon, fork, well the description is below

 Leatherman Wingman for my son. 14 in 1 tools. Purchased from EcoSports

Victorinox Swiss Army Classic SD Multi-Tool, 2-1/4" Translucent Pink Handles - 54005. My daughters. Purchased from Mike Outdoor Gears. Another friendly dude from Ampang. 7 in 1 multi tool - blade, scissor, nail file, nail cleaner, flat blade screwdriver, tooth pick and tweezers  

For my dad, Lucky Red Dragon Cold Steel Walking Stick  

Used as a walking stick, for hiking and as a self defense weapon

Last but not least, mine. Purchased from Muhammad Alfi. Another avid EDC survivalist  

Hinderer The XM-18

A mixture of 6AL4V titanium and Carbon Fiber

Blade Grind: Harpoon Tanto

Blade Length: 3.50″

Handle Length: 4.75″

Overall Length: 8.25″

Blade Thickness: 0.185″

Lockside Thickness: 0.165″

Liner Thickness: 0.050″

Overall Handle Thickness: 0.560″

Handle Material: Black G10

Blade / Lockside Finishes: Working Finish

Weight: 5.7oz

Blade Steel: S35VN