Nian gao 年糕 – How to make (the quick and easy way)
Nian gao (also known as kuih bakul/tikoy) is the must-have delicacy for Chinese New Year. Why? Because the character nian gao in Chinese is 年糕 is the homonym of the other two words 年高, which means ‘a...
View ArticleChar Siu Recipe (Cantonese style)
I published my first char siu recipe (Chinese barbecue pork, 叉烧) a few years ago. Since then, I have improved the recipe to make it as close as possible to one the char siu served in one of the best...
View ArticleSzechuan beef stir fry – How to make in four easy steps
As a Cantonese, Szechuan stir-fry beef 干煸牛肉 is one of my favorite dishes. I grew up eating pure Cantonese food that is light and subtle. When I tried the Szechuan food that is bold and spicy, it...
View ArticleChinese Steamed Chicken – How to prepare with simple ingredients
Chinese steamed chicken (白切鸡/白斩鸡) is one of the simplest Cantonese recipes. It is incredibly delicious when it is appropriately prepared. It is also the dish to make for worshipping the ancestors along...
View ArticleChinese Sausage Fried Rice
Chinese sausage fried rice 臘腸炒飯 is an ideal dish for a quick meal. This dish is also a welcome respite from the elaborate cuisine and binge eating during the Chinese New Year. Therefore, I have made...
View ArticleSoy Sauce Chicken – How to cook in four easy steps
Soy sauce chicken (See Yao Gai/Si Yau Kai / 豉油鸡) is a famous Cantonese cuisine that is easy to prepare. The flavor is exceptional, achieving by using the top quality premium soy sauce and poach at a...
View ArticleWinter melon soup- How to cook an easy Chinese soup
This winter melon soup recipe 冬瓜汤 is the adaptation of my mother’s recipe, which she cooked for our family when I was young. I love the subtle flavor of winter melon and the aroma of dried shiitake...
View ArticleBraised chicken with potatoes – Cantonese style
Braised chicken and potatoes 薯仔焖鸡 is a familiar home-cooked dish served in Cantonese households. My family used to cook it frequently because all the ingredients are readily available, quick and easy,...
View ArticleTeriyaki Chicken Stir-fry How To Prepare In 30 Minutes
This easy chicken teriyaki stir-fry is the result of the fusion between the Japanese flavor and some popular vegetables such as the portobello mushrooms and asparagus. The chicken is stir-fried with...
View ArticleShrimp and asparagus stir-fry
I am cooking shrimp and asparagus stir-fry for our dinner tonight. Although asparagus is not the typical vegetable for the Asian, I want to pair it with the stir-fried shrimp as its tender-crisp...
View ArticleSauteed green bean with garlic and dried shrimp
Sauteed green bean with garlic and dried shrimp In this article, I will explain how I prepare this quick and easy dish called sauteed green bean with garlic and dried shrimp. Green beans are a widely...
View ArticleChinese vegetable soup (with carrot and radish)
In this article, I will explain how to prepare my favorite home-cooked Chinese vegetable soup with carrot and radish. This Chinese vegetable soup is a regular dish for my family, which previously was...
View ArticleAnts climbing a tree (蚂蚁上树)
This recipe ‘ants climbing a tree’ (蚂蚁上树) is written in response to the request from my readers. Among all the well-known names like mapo tofu, dan dan noodles, and dry-fried beef, ‘ants climbing a...
View ArticleGeneral Tso’s tofu
This General Tso’s tofu recipe is the response to the request of my readers who want more vegetarian dishes. It is a pan-fry tofu dish coated with the same sauce for General Tso’s chicken. The tofu...
View ArticleTwice cooked pork – How to cook Szechuan stir-fried pork
I was astounded by the intense flavor of the twice-cooked pork (回锅肉) when I first tasted it long ago. Today I finally make up my mind to make it at home. Twice cooked pork is a famous Szechuan food...
View ArticleCabbage Stir-fry – How cook in 30 minutes
This cabbage stir-fry recipe involves only a few ingredients, which is ideal for a quick and easy home-cooked meal. In this article, I want to share with you how to prepare the Chinese cabbage...
View ArticleBeef and broccoli stir-fry – How to cook the best (in 30 minutes)
Beef and broccoli stir-fry is a Chinese dish that can satisfy almost every palate. It is a Chinese dish that being reinterpreted to suit local tastes around the world. Why do I make such an assumption?...
View ArticleCabbage roll – How to make the best Chinese stuffed cabbage
In this article, I want to explain how to prepare the Chinese style stuffed cabbage roll that I used to make as a teenager. The flavor still lingers on in my memory after a lapse of so many years....
View ArticleSweet and sour tofu – Quick & easy vegan recipe
Tofu should not taste bland if it is properly cooked and seasoned. This sweet and sour tofu (糖醋豆腐) will surely make your mouth foaming uncontrollably! The tofu is pan-fried, then doused in a sweet and...
View ArticleAsian chicken thighs – Quick and easy oven baked recipe
If you are looking for a quick and easy recipe yet is different and delicious, try this Asian chicken thighs recipe. There are only two main steps you need – marinate and bake. Why this Asian chicken...
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