Cook What You Crave: My Personal Recipe Moodboard (Vegetarian)

I am a baker by heart. But once in a while, I feel like a chef who can cook anything. I’m not saying I’m a MasterChef, but Gordon Ramsay would probably nod in approval… or scream. Either way, I win.

Sometimes, I’ll wake up mid-cooking video and run straight to the kitchen. Because I know that once that motivation is gone, my stove won’t see me again for days.

I’ve tried many dishes, but here’s the thing: the recipe is never perfect in the book. I always adjust the ingredients to my mood, and honestly? That’s the fun of cooking.

I’m going to share some of my favourite (chaotic but tasty) dishes I’ve cooked. Who knows, maybe you’ll try one too.

Bread pizza (Cheezy cravings)

Bread pizza is my go-to when I’m craving real pizza but don’t have the patience to wait. This will take approximately 15 minutes to make, and you can enjoy the cheesy delight. I will add spinach and mushrooms to the dish to make it healthier. You can simply turn this into a completely healthy dish by reducing the amount of cheese and sauces. And boom, you can eat this anytime you want.

Curry Puffs ( Spicy cravings)

Never in my life have I called it Curry Puffs. As a Malaysian, it is KARIPAP for me. I started making currypuffs as a snack one evening. It is not that hard to make them. When you do them by yourself, you can adjust the oil and spices according to your taste. To make it healthier, you can skip the deep-fry part and bake it in the oven. If you’re ever hit with spicy cravings, whip up a batch of these karipap and pair it with a hot cup of tea. Perfect combo!

Chocolate chip pancakes ( Sweet cravings)

The immediate sweet cravings after taking a meal are so relatable. I have that all the time. The thing with sugar cravings is that you cannot go overboard. So I started making my favourite sweet treats at home. Pancakes are one of them. Who wouldn't want soft, hot pancakes right off the stove? With chocolate chips added to it? Pure joy on a plate. I can vouch for that. Try it with some honey or maple syrup. Add some fruits to hit that fibre intake. Do check out the recipe below and make it in any shape you want. Go crazy!

Broccoli cheese soup ( Comfort /light meal craving)

I never liked soup growing up. It always felt too plain, too watery, and it is like something you eat only when you're sick. But once I started cooking for myself, I discovered a whole world of soups that are rich, hearty, and packed with flavour. Turns out, soup isn't boring at all if you make it the right way. Broccoli Cheese Soup was one of the first that changed my mind. Creamy, cheesy, and comforting. It’s the kind of bowl that feels like a hug on a rainy day.

So next time you're battling cravings, just scroll back here. There's a recipe for every mood, and if not, I’ll probably be back with more soon:)

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