FGV Dairy Farm, which sells dairy products under the Bright Cow brand, has released its brand new UHT milk in the Malaysian market. The UHT milk products are available in chocolate flavour and full cream milk.
The company has also appointed Dato’ Azizulhasni Awang, the Malaysian professional track cyclist, as the brand ambassador to promote Bright Cow’s yogurt products.
Fool-Proof Traditional Favourites in 30 Minutes
Shah Alam, 21 September 2023 – Malaysians love authentic traditional foods but some of us, millennials, Gen Zs and Gen Alphas were not schooled in making these heritage dishes.
Simply reach for Ayam Brand™ Pastes that come in four variants Ayam Brand™ Chicken Curry Paste, Ayam Brand™ Sambal Tumis Paste, Ayam Brand™ Asam Pedas Paste and Ayam Brand™ Rendang Paste. Guaranteed authentic tasting, and fool-proof as long as you follow the instructions on the pack and watch the stove.
A single 180g Ayam Brand™ Paste pack, topped with 500g to 600g of protein of your choice can be ready in 30 minutes or less and can generously feed five or six people. Rest assured that Ayam Brand™ Pastes are free from preservatives, added MSG and additives. They are also certified HALAL by JAKIM. Each pack retails for only RM5.
Grab your Ayam Brand™ Pastes on your next grocery run from 1st September until 31st October, in conjunction with Ayam Brand™’s Bonanza Beli & Menang, offering a total of RM100,000 in prizes. These prizes include 5 grand prizes of 20g gold bar, 7 first runner up prizes of 10g gold bar, 9 second runner up prizes of 5g gold bar, 40 consolation prizes of RM500 T&G credit and 180 weekly prizes of RM100 T&G credit. A minimum spend of RM20 on Ayam Brand™ and/or yumeat™ products in a single receipt receipt from participating retailers within Peninsular Malaysia is all you need to join. Head over to www.ayambrand.com.my/peraduanbonanza for the details.
In the meantime, find the super simple step-by-step instructions to make and serve authentic Malaysian favourites.
Curry Chicken
Chicken curry is beloved by all Malaysians. Start your own curry chicken tradition with Ayam Brand™ Chicken Curry Paste that is a masterful combination of shallot, chillies, garlic, coriander seeds, cumin, fennel seeds, turmeric, galangal, lemongrass and other aromatic spices and herbs.
In a large pan over medium heat, add a pack of Ayam Brand™ Chicken Curry Paste and 600 grams of chicken. Stir fry for 2 to 3 minutes. Add two peeled and diced potatoes and 120ml of water. Stir well, cover and bring to boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes, stir occasionally or until chicken and potatoes are cooked. Stir in Ayam Brand™ Coconut Milk and return to boil. Serve with steamed rice, rotis or even fried noodles.
Prep time: 10 minutes, cooking time: 30 minutes, serve: 5-6 pax
Fish Asam Pedas
When you need that spicy sour hit, reach for Ayam Brand Asam Pedas that will wake up your senses with its secret mixture of tamarind, onion, dried chilli, torch ginger, garlic, shrimp paste and ginger.
Heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil, add the paste, and stir until you smell the wonderful aroma. Pour in 300ml of water, stir well and bring to the boil. Gently add in 500g of fish, lady’s finger, and a handful of laksa leaves. Reduce heat, and simmer for 2 minutes. Serve with steamed rice.
Prep time: 10 minutes, cooking time: 15 minutes, serve: 5-6 pax
Prawn Sambal Tumis
Stir-fried Sambal or popularly known as Sambal Tumis in many unique variations is a mainstay of all Malaysian households. Add this easily adaptable dish to your repertoire with Ayam Brand Sambal Tumis Paste that is rich with onions, chillies, shrimp paste, candlenut, dried shrimp, and curry leaves.
Heat two tablespoons of oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add one finely sliced onion and stir fry for 2 minutes. Add a pack of Ayam Brand™ Sambal Tumis Paste, stir and bring to boil. Add 500 grams of prawns and stir until the prawns are cooked. Serve with steamed rice.
Prep time: 10 minutes, cooking time: 10 minutes, serve: 5-6 pax
Try these easy, convenient and authentic local pastes from Ayam Brand™ to indulge in the Malaysian culinary experience.
Ayam Brand™ products are widely available from your friendly local provision stores, Aeon, Aeonbig, Econsave, Giant, selected Hero, Jaya Grocer, Lotuss, Mydin, Village Grocer, OTK, Checkers, Matahari, NSK, Pasaraya Econjaya, Sabasun, Pantai Timor, Billion, Sunshine, Nirwana, Tunas Manja, Pasaraya Hwa Thai, Maslee, Target, CS Brothers, Family Store or visit the Ayam Brand™ Official stores on Shopee and Lazada.
The yummier way to care for our future
Shah Alam, September 21, 2023 – The effects of climate change are being felt globally. Southeast Asia is grappling with the El Nino weather phenomenon that raises ocean and land temperatures, and reduces rainfall further exacerbating transboundary haze[1].
We are not powerless to reduce these effects. Embracing a vegan or flexitarian lifestyle is a powerful way to reduce our individual carbon footprint for a more sustainable future.
However, finding delicious and sustainable plant-based food options can be a challenge in Malaysia. Simply reach for yumeat™, Malaysia’s first shelf-stable ready-to-eat plant-based meat crafted with high-quality products that come with a markedly reduced environmental footprint for a deliciously sustainable lifestyle.
yumeat™ is packed with up to 10 grams of protein per 100 gram serving while delivering the meaty texture and taste you crave without cholesterol worries. yumeat™ consists of just clean ingredients with plant protein from non-GMO soybeans, wheat, oats and mushroom, which are hormone-free and antibiotic-free. Best of all, yumeat™’s production and quality control is managed by Ayam Brand™ which promises to be MSG-free and preservative-free.
Manifest your intentions by reducing your carbon footprint by replacing high-carbon emitting meat and meat products with environmentally friendly and deliciously healthy yumeat™. Available in Plant-based Luncheon Meat Original and Spicy, and Plant-based Minced Meat with Bean Paste can cater for a variety of recipes and spice-tolerances!
Reward your sustainable lifestyle choice with the chance to win prizes worth RM100k including 5 grand prizes of 20g gold bar, 7 first runner up prizes of 10g gold bar, 9 second runner up prizes of 5g gold bar, 40 consolation prizes RM500 T&G credit and 180 weekly prizes of RM100 T&G credit. Check www.ayambrand.com.my/peraduanbonanza for all the details. Just spend RM20 on yumeat™ and/or Ayam Brand™ products in a single receipt from any participating retailers in Peninsular Malaysia for one entry. Spend more for more entries.
Yumeat has curated some quick, easy yet delicious recipes to help you on your sustainability journey. Try them.
Plant-based Cheesy Tortilla Wrap
Vegan tortilla wraps are total game-changers for as a main meal or as a snack. Here’s how. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until soft and brown. Add yumeat™ Plant-based Minced Meat with Bean Paste and stir-fry, then place in a bowl. In the same pan pour olive oil over medium heat, add Ayam Brand™ Sweet Cup Corn, season, and set aside.
Make a cut from the edge to the middle in a tortilla. Arrange cabbage and tomato on the top left, charred corn on the top right, yumeat™ Plant-based Minced Meat with Bean Paste on the bottom left, and vegan cheese or regular cheese in the bottom right. Fold the wrap to create a pocket. Sear folded tortilla in a well-oiled pan over medium heat, around 3 minutes each side until golden brown.
Dish out, garnish with more fresh vegetables and enjoy.
Prep time: 10 minutes, cook time: 10 minutes, serves: 1 pax
Plant-based Easy Peasy Pie
The yumeat™ plant-based savoury pie is based on classic Sheperd’s pie, and makes a hearty meal in itself.
Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius. Mix diced yumeat™ Plant-based Luncheon Meat Spicy and yumeat™ Plant-based Minced Meat with Bean Paste with water, diced carrots and chunky mushrooms. Cook for 10 minutes until well mixed. Set aside.
Lightly mash boiled potatoes with parsley and vegan or cheddar cheese, season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside. Scoop plant-based meat mix into ready-made pie crusts, top with potato mix, and dress with sliced mushroom. Bake for 10 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius.
Prep time: 10 minutes, cook time: 40 minutes, serves: 4 pax
Plant-based Luncheon Stir-Fried Macaroni
A delicious meal made within minutes for quick dinner using two main ingredients, plant-based luncheon and macaroni.
Boil the pasta until al dente, set aside. Cook the garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Add in the diced yumeat™ Plant-based Luncheon Meat Spicy, cubed carrot, diced capsicums, chilli flakes, and parsley. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes before adding in the cooked macaroni. Season to taste and serve.
Prep time: 10 minutes, cook time: 20 minutes, serves: 4 pax
yumeat™ is available in Plant-based Luncheon Meat Original and Plant-based Luncheon Meat Spicy at RM12.90 for 360g can; and Plant-based Minced Meat with Bean Paste at RM6.25 for 195g can.
yumeat™ products are widely available from Aeon, Aeon Big, Giant, Jaya Grocer, MYDIN, Hero, 99 Speedmart, Village Grocer, Bens, or visit the Ayam Brand Official stores on Shopee and Lazada. Follow https://www.facebook.com/yumeat.malaysia or https://www.instagram.com/yumeat.malaysia/ for more info, recipes and exciting promotions.
[1] https://m.met.gov.my/iklim/ramalanbermusim/ramalanelninoterkini?lang=en
Singapore’s Amoy Canning has recently launched plant-based collection under the Amocan brand. The plant-based, shelf-stable offerings help consumers to make Asian-inspired plant-based dishes featuring textured soy protein or wheat gluten.
The plant-based range comprises:
F&N Malaysia has finally launched 100PLUS PRO High Protein, a non-carbonated sports drink designed for hydration and muscle recovery. The new drink is more expensive than other 100PLUS products, but it contains added functional ingredients for muscle recovery and growth.
100PLUS PRO High Protein (500ml) is priced at RM 6.15 at Village Grocer. This is compared to RM 2.55 for the non-carbonated 100PLUS Active (500ml) and RM 2.15 for the normal carbonated 100PLUS (500ml).
The key ingredients in 100PLUS PRO High Protein are water, sucrose, whey protein isolate (milk source), flavorings, acidity regulator, minerals (sodium chloride, potassium phosphate, calcium phosphate), stevia extract, and vitamins (B3, B6, and B12).
100PLUS PRO High Protein contains 10g of protein per serving (500ml), which is equivalent to 2g/100ml. The drink also contains 4g of sugar per 100ml. The BCAAs in the drink also help to support muscle recovery and growth.
When you shake a bottle of 100PLUS PRO High Protein, a layer of foam will form. This is likely due to the whey protein isolate in the drink. Whey protein isolate is a type of protein that is quickly absorbed by the body, and it is often used in sports drinks and protein shakes.
100PLUS PRO High Protein has a taste that is similar to a yogurt drink. This is likely due to the combination of the whey protein isolate and the other ingredients in the drink.
Linaco Group, the largest and most integrated coconut manufacturer in Malaysia, has released two new convenient products for home cooks at Food & Hotel Malaysia (FHM) 2023.
One of the new products is Claypot Ipoh Salted Baked Chicken, which is a claypot cooking mix that contains all the ingredients to make the popular salted baked chicken dish. All you need to prepare is one whole chicken, approximately 1kg. The plastic wrapper and aluminum foil are included inside the pack.
To use the claypot cooking mix, simply apply 2.5g of the mix to the chicken evenly and leave it to marinate overnight or for at least 2 hours. Then, wrap the chicken in plastic wrapper, followed by aluminum foil, and bake it in a preheated oven at 200°C for about 1 hour, or until fully cooked. You can also steam the chicken for 1 hour at low heat.
The company has unveiled Rasaku Malaysian Coconut Rice Premix Liquid (200ml), a new product that makes it easy to cook fragrant nasi lemak rice. The Rasaku Malaysian Coconut Rice Premix Liquid contains coconut milk (96%), salt, ginger extract and pandan flavour.
All you need to do is wash 250g of rice, add 390ml of water and 1 pack of 200ml of premix to the rice cooker and cook. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it gently and wait 5-10 minutes for the premix to be absorbed fully. Then, scoop out the nasi lemak and serve.
Thong Guan Industries Berhad, through Everprosper Food Industries Sdn Bhd, has unveiled two new noodle products at Food & Hotel Malaysia (FHM) 2023: Organic Care2u Organic Avocado Noodle and TG LITE Natural Elderly Noodle.
Organic Care2u Organic Avocado Noodle is a tantalising fusion of organic unbleached wheat flour and the creamy goodness of avocado. The key ingredients are organic wheat flour (98%), avocado powder (2%), sea salt and filtered water.
TG LITE Natural Elderly Noodle is designed specifically for seniors aged 51 and above. It is easy to chew, even for those with no teeth, and is free from added sugar, preservatives, artificial additives, coloring, or flavoring. The key ingredients are wheat flour, vegetable powder (2%), salt, and water.
Maepranom, a famous Thai seasoning brand, is moving into the plant-based scene with its latest product, Thai Crispy Chili Original Flavour, which was recently showcased at Food & Hotel Malaysia (FHM) 2023. The seasoning is free from MSG, preservatives, and artificial colors, making it an option for consumers who adopt a plant-based diet.
The key ingredients in Thai Crispy Chili Original Flavour are dried chili (25%), textured pea protein (20%), shallot (20%), garlic (20%), tamarind (5%), refined soybean oil (2%), kaffir lime leaves (2%), sugar (2%), seasoning (2%), and salt (1%).
In another development, Maepranom has tied up with Potato Corner to spice up Potato Corner’s fries and other bites.
Australia’s Sanitarium has launched its latest So Good Oat Chocolate Milk in Malaysia. This healthy indulgent treat is a source of calcium, low in saturated fat, rich and velvety, dairy-free, and delicious in taste.
Sanitarium is hosting the So Good Milk Bar in Malaysia, where consumers can experience its plant-based drinks at The Food Merchant, Pavilion Bukit Jalil, from September 21-24, 10am-10pm.
At FHM 2023, Sanitarium also showcased its latest So Good High Protein Almond drink for the Malaysian market, which contains 10g of plant protein from soy and almond to help with muscle maintenance and is free from added sugar.
Pizza Hut Thailand takes cheese to the extreme with the launch of Nine Cheese Pizza. Now you can enjoy a pizza with nine different cheeses, including Gouda, cream cheese, Hokkaido cheese, and mozzarella. Having multiple cheeses in one product is a growing trend. Moreover, the number 9 is supposed to bring most good fortune in Thailand.
The pizza chain has also unveiled its latest Pink & Black Pizza featuring pink and black coloured sweet ingredients such as strawberry sauce, Nutella, OREO cookies and chewy marshmallows. The Pink & Black Pizza is available from 13 September 2023 to 13 October 2023.
