Curry Puff Benefits

The origins of this snack are uncertain. However, it is said to be inspired by the British Cornish pasty, the dish was introduced into the Malay Peninsula with arrival of the British colonialists, according Cik Mariam, where the story was told by her mother. In post-war Singapore, Malay ladies often sold epok-epok door to door, including Cik Mariam’s mother.
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Due to its simplicity and universal appeal, curry puffs are not only popular in Malaysia but have become widely available throughout the South East Asian region especially in Singapore and Thailand. In Singapore, curry puff or epok-epok is widely available through kiosk and supermarket, such as the predominant Malay precinct Geylang Serai. There are also some established brands

Officers, managers, retailers and most workers nowadays have limited time even for themselves. So as a result, snacks like curry puffs that are easily consumed, are now only bought at stalls nearby.
Hence, the importance of knowing the art of the recipe and process of making curry puff rise. The technique of curry puffs’ recipe can also be applied not only in the culinary sector, but also in any career, for instance the teaching sector. Exposure to and understanding of the arts is key to developing qualities of human. The arts enable to connect us to the past, the present, and the future, sometimes simultaneously. The elders shares their experiences including some tips in making the desirable curry puff. As mentioned by my interviewee, Cik Mariam, her epok-epok is slightly different from other epok-epok is because of the hot water she used instead of cold water. She would also knead the dough with her hands rather than using the mixer. Thus, showing the importance of knowing and experiencing this art of recipe so as it would not vanished and so the current society as well as the future generation can appreciate this