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Buddha’s Delight (Lo Han Jai 罗汉斋)

My mother-in-law is a traditional Chinese lady with a remarkable talent for cooking. Her dishes are usually simple, but occasionally, they can be quite lavish, especially during Chinese New Year and other special occasions. Her Loh Han Jai (Buddha’s Delight) has been a staple main dish for lunch on the first day of Chinese New …

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Dong Po Rou (東坡肉)- Melt-in-the-mouth Classic Braised Pork Belly Recipe

Melt in your mouth, and a sublime flavor is expected when you take a bite of Dong Po Rou (东坡肉), a traditional braised pork belly recipe dating back to the Song Dynasty. It is a traditional Chinese cuisine of Hangzhou (杭州), created by Su Dong Po, a famous scholar, writer, poet, calligrapher, gastronome, and court …

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Drunken chicken rolls – How to make (Easy Chinese recipe)

Drunken chicken rolls (Zuiji, 醉雞, 醉鸡) are my favorite appetizer for Chinese banquets and during Chinese New Year. Chinese drunken chicken is boneless chicken meat rolled up and cut into slices and has a strong alcoholic flavor. The flavor of this chilled drunken chicken, coupled with the heavy alcoholic content, is so intense that it blew …

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How to Make Beef Hor Fun with Plenty of Wok Aroma 干炒牛河

Fried beef hor fun 干炒牛河 is a popular dish in Asian cafés and casual restaurants. It involves simple yet distinctive ingredients and is quick and easy to prepare. While it may appear straightforward, proper cooking is essential for achieving the desired wok aroma and ensuring the beef slices are smooth and tender. There are limitations …

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Chinese New Year recipes – 16 auspicious food that brings prosperity

It’s that wonderful time of year again to celebrate Chinese New Year! So, I have summed up 16 auspicious Chinese New Year recipes, especially for you. Are you getting excited about planning your festive feast? Have you thought about what delicious dishes you want to prepare for this joyous occasion? Over the past few years, …

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How to Tenderize Beef for Stir-frying (Tested Method)

Have you ever wondered how to tenderize a tough cut of beef? Let me present a scenario. Suppose you want to prepare a stir-fried dish but don’t have high-quality beef in your refrigerator. Instead, you find a tough cut of beef shank left over from making your curry. Is there a way to transform it …

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How to Make the popular Hong Kong Borscht Soup (羅宋湯)

Have you ever tried Hong Kong-style Borscht soup? If so, you likely had it at a Hong Kong-style café! This soup is made with beef and various vegetables in a tomato-based broth. Hong Kong-style Borscht is the fusion of Russian/European influences with traditional Cantonese cooking methods. It retains the elements that appeal to Cantonese tastes …

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Chicken 65 recipe- How to make it (amazing restaurant-style flavor)

Craving Indian food isn’t something every non-Indian experiences, but I may be one of those exceptions. Of many choices, Chicken 65 is a dish I would love to make again and again. It simultaneously hits all my taste buds and senses, delivering a concentrated, intense, and authentic South Indian flavor that lingers even after eating. …

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Thai vegetable stir-fry- a quick and easy authentic Thai recipe

You will love this Thai vegetable stir-fry, which is garlicky, crisp-tender, and loaded with a spicy, sweet, savory, and garlicky taste. It is quick and easy to prepare, and the flavor of Thai fish sauce and Golden Mountain Sauce will change the way you look at vegetable stir-fry forever! Thai-style vegetable stir-fry (Pad Pak Ruam, …

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Hong Kong Pan-fried Noodles – Unique Crispy Noodles Recipe

Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside—Hong Kong Pan-Fried Noodles are a feast for the senses and your palate. Also known as 两面黄, or “two-sided golden noodles,” this dish perfectly combines golden, crunchy noodles with a delightful contrast to the topping of tender meat, fresh vegetables, and silky gravy. The first time I …

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