Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Meat So Fresh And Tender

By YIP YOKE TENG


It is widely accepted that the longer meat is marinaded, the tastier it becomes. But that is not necessarily the case.

For meat that has never been frozen and when the right sauce is used, the natural sweetness appeals most. In cases like these, only minimal marination is required.


Let your hair down: Ambrozia Cafe offers the atmosphere for one to unwind while catering to functions.

Ribs@Oasis offers diners this experience by ordering fresh meat every day and its Grilled Pork Loin Chop will be the best choice to savour the natural flavour and texture.

The meat is marinaded with just a pinch of basic condiments upon order, then pan-fried, and served with a dash of homemade apple sauce that tempts with a hint of fruity sweetness.

The portion is so generous that it may intimate the small eaters, but the meat is a treat as it is tender and succulent, enhanced with streaks of fat that moisten the texture further.

“Back to the basics, that’s what we try to do and that echoes to our philosophy of a neighbourhood restaurant,” said general manager W.L. Kim.

Living up to its family-oriented concept, the decor is kept simple and comfortable with warm-coloured wooden furniture set against red walls and soothing lighting. Glass panels give the restaurant a touch of elegance.

After you are done with eating, take the stairs to the first floor where the Ambrozia Cafe is located, sink your body into the rattan couch and let your hair down with a selection of beverages amid soft music.


Creamy and smoky: Pan Fried Butter Fish is prepared with fish from Vietnam appreciated for its firm texture.

Ribs@Oasis first opened its door in July last year. The menu offers various ways to savour meat but one dish, Grilled Belly Oriental Pork Ribs, is the backbone of the menu.

The dish is served in a generous portion with a chunk of rib perched atop creamy mashed potato. Its brown gravy is sweet, smooth and rich in flavours that blend well with the ribs’ smoky aroma.

Those who just cannot get enough of pork can opt for the Ultimate Reversed Pork Burger, an unusual burger that has a bun sandwiched in between two patties. The restaurant also serves seafood dishes. The Seafood Olio Pasta is recommended for those who hanker for sea treasures, such as clam, mussel and prawn, pleasantly paired with light flavoured spaghetti to bring out the freshness.

Pan Fried Butter Fish, prepared with catches imported from Vietnam, will please those in favour of a creamy and buttery flavour.

To complement the meaty affair, Kim has concocted exotic beverages such as the Rib’s Delight, Rib’slicious and Ribstropic that not only lure with the vivid colours, but also their unconventional flavours.

Ribs@Oasis
Lot 1-1, BU4
Oasis Complex
1 Changkat Bandar Utama
47800 Bandar Utama
Petaling Jaya
Tel: 03-77298921
Business hours: 11am - 3pm (lunch) and 6pm to 10pm (dinner), opens daily.

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