Chinese New Year is fast approaching, and what better way to celebrate than by making some fried wontons as a snack during the festivities? I will share the fried wonton recipe using store-bought wrappers in this article. Since there will be plenty of kitchen work during this special occasion, I will not make the wonton wrappers …
Chinese New Year is still a month away, but I’ve already started preparing some recipes. Today, I want to share the Chinese chicken dumpling recipe that can be frozen and stored for later. Although pork is the most commonly used filling in Chinese recipes, I opt for chicken as a healthier alternative due to its …
In this article, I will share my method of preparing a Thai-inspired steamed fish recipe, which I modified from the recipe we used in my previous restaurant. This Thai steamed fish recipe is easy to prepare and has a unique flavor quite different from other steamed fish recipes, especially Chinese ones. The key to this …
Today, I plan to cook black pepper chicken, a dish that’s less common in Asian households but is widely popular in America. This dish combines the flavor of black pepper commonly used in Western cuisine with Chinese seasonings like light soy sauce to stir-fry, making it unquestionably delicious. In this article, I’ll share my version …
According to Chinese culture, eating long noodles brings prosperity and longevity. This traditional belief has led to the creation of a specific type of noodle named “longevity noodles / 长寿面” These noodles are often served during special occasions such as birthday celebrations and Chinese New Year’s Eve. The longevity noodles dish is a must-have dish …
Have you ever tried Kung Pao mushrooms? If you love Chinese food, you’ve probably tasted or cooked Kung Pao chicken before. This spicy dish is a staple in most Chinese restaurants. However, Kung Pao is not just for chicken. It is equally tasty when it comes to cooking mushrooms. This Kung Pao mushroom recipe is …
The yam ring served in Chinese restaurants is also known as taro basket or prosperity yam basket. But what exactly is it? It’s a ring of fried mashed yam with a large hole in the center, filled with stir-fried dishes such as kung pao chicken, sweet and sour pork, or some vegetarian stir-fried. The yam …
I’ve had boneless chicken handi several times in Pakistani restaurants during my recent trips to Islamabad, Gilgit, and Skardu. Apart from the spectacular scenery, the food was terrific. Now, it’s time to try making the chicken handi at home! Chicken Handi is a popular dish in India and Pakistan, traditionally cooked in an earthen clay …
Pumpkin with salted egg yolk is a popular dish among the Chinese. I had it a few days ago when I dined in my favorite Chinese restaurant. After returning home, I realized I could easily make the dish. After a few attempts, I found shallow-frying the pumpkins was better than deep-frying, as the latter required …
Pork belly with salted fish served in a clay pot is a homegrown Malaysian Chinese cuisine served in almost every Chinese restaurant in Malaysia. This dish is called ‘ham yue fah lam poh’ 咸鱼花腩煲 in Cantonese. The combination of pork belly with salted fish is unique. You might find the salted fish has a pungent …