Ever since Heston Blumenthal put it on the menu, the popularity of savoury porridge has been on the up ... Add spinach and cook until defrosted. Stir in peas, Parmesan, lemon zest and juice and nuts.

The cost of the 500 gram bag of tiny green peas (Kacang Hijau Finna ... to fire up the small kompor gas (stove) for our porridge boiling party. Era first learned to cook by watching her mother ...

When making daal at home, it's tough to get results as good as an authentic Indian restaurant. But following our expert's tips gets you closer.