Despite its light appearance, this Korean beef soup is big on taste and makes for great comfort food, says Sylvia Tan. Nothing does it like a bowl of piping hot soup to end a meal. At least that is how the Chinese like it. Westerners, however, have their soup at the beginning of a meal.

Using Wholewheat paratha (instead of traditional popiah skin) which is more nutritious. No oil is needed. Alfalfa sprouts contains a myriad of essential nutrients and is abundant in health benefits. It is the top source of anti-oxidant among all vegetables. This is the only plant that supplies...

A tart compote of rhubarb makes a nice contrast to the rich custard here. While there is no way to completely streamline a crème brûlée, this special occasion treat is lightened by the fruit and its use of less egg yolk and cream (which is reduced-fat to boot), yet still retains its rich indulgent nature.