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Chinese chicken dumpling recipe- 鸡肉饺子

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 …

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Longevity noodles- Chinese recipe for long life (长寿面)

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 …

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Yam ring (Taro Basket) with Kung Pao chicken (佛钵飘香)

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 …

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Mei Cai Kou Rou – How to prepare pork belly with preserved mustard greens

Today I made a festive dish called pork belly with preserved mustard greens. It is called ‘mei cai kou rou / meicai kourou /  梅菜扣肉 in Chinese. It is a dish I will only prepare during the festive season, and today is the 10th day of the Lunar New Year / Spring Festival. Why do …

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How to prepare Chinese-style braised pork knuckle (a comprehensive guide)

My brother-in-law brought me a pork knuckle last week, perfect for making braised pork knuckles to celebrate Chinese New Year! So why he gave me the pork knuckle? Because pork knuckles represent prosperity and good luck for the coming year.  Today I will show you a Chinese New Year pork knuckle recipe. For readers who …

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How to make the best Chinese spring rolls at home

I’m excited to share my recipe for Chinese spring rolls with you.  These tasty treats are the perfect combination of crispy and savory, with a delicate wrapper enclosing a filling of your choice. Whether you prefer the classic pork with shrimp or a vegetarian option, they are perfect as an appetizer, a small bite for …

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Chinese walnut cookies – How to make the Chinese biscuit Hup Toh Soh

It has been a long time since I made Chinese walnut cookies.  My cousin from Hong Kong visited us last week and brought us some, and our family finished all in no time.  After taking a bite, it suddenly evoked my memory of the taste of these beautiful cookies. So making some instead of getting …

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Lor Bak recipe- How to make five-spice pork rolls

Lor Bak is popular street food in Malaysia, particularly among the Chinese. It is a meat roll wrapped in beancurd skin, seasoning with Chinese five-spice powder, and deep-fry until crispy. Besides being a famous street food sold in every nook and corner, it is also a favored festive dish during the Chinese New Year. Let’s …

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Chinese New Year recipes – 10 auspicious food that brings you fortune and prosperity

Here are my hand-picked Chinese New Year recipes for you. Chinese New Year (Spring Festival) is celebrated by millions of people across the globe.  Everyone will make their way home regardless of the distance and locale to be with the family for this festival as it is the most significant occasion for the Chinese.  Food …

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Lotus Leaf Rice- How to make it at home (absolutely delicious)

Whenever I have breakfast at a dim sum restaurant, the menu often includes an exceptional rice dish that catches my attention- Lotus Leaf Rice. This eye-catching dish comes either as a tiny rice pyramid wrapped in a lotus leaf for a single portion or a large dome served on the banquet table. The moment you …

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