Have you ever had a simple home-cooked dish that instantly brings back fond memories of childhood? This Hakka-style steamed pickled mustard green with pork (梅菜蒸猪肉) brought back so many memories of the past. I first tasted this dish many years ago when my Hakka mother-in-law prepared it. It has been almost thirty years since I …
One of Sichuan’s most famous stir-fries, Sichuan Pork in Garlic Sauce (Yuxiang Rousi, 鱼香肉丝), is known for its bold combination of garlic, chili, sweet, sour, and savory flavors. Despite its name, there is actually no fish in this dish. The term “fish fragrant” refers to the traditional Sichuan seasoning that was originally used to cook …
Hakka pork belly with preserved mustard greens, also known as Mei Cai Kou Rou (梅菜扣肉), is one of those dishes I do not cook often because it takes time and quite a bit of patience from start to finish. But after not having it for a while, I always start craving it again. So when …
Last week, my brother-in-law brought over a beautiful pork knuckle, and I immediately knew what I was going to make. Braised pork knuckle has always been one of those dishes that feels a little special whenever it appears on the table. Although pork knuckle is often served during Chinese New Year as a symbol of …
Stir-fried beef with black bean sauce has always been one of my favorite dishes to order at Chinese restaurants. Recently, my favorite restaurant stopped serving it, so I decided to recreate it at home instead. The good news is that this dish is very easy to make. With a good store-bought black bean sauce, you …
This stuffed eggplant with shrimp paste recipe was inspired by a dish I once had at a Chinese restaurant. While I loved the idea, I wanted to give it my own twist. I use a Cantonese-style black bean sauce, which pairs especially well with the shrimp and eggplant. I also replace the traditional cornstarch coating …
Crispy Salt and Pepper Tofu is a classic Chinese dish popular in Southern Chinese and widely enjoyed in Malaysia and Singapore. This salt and pepper tofu recipe features golden deep-fried egg tofu with a crisp exterior and a soft, silky center that is hard to resist. In this recipe, I use homemade egg tofu, cut …
If you’re looking for an easy homemade Chinese meal, this Steamed Chicken with Chinese Sausage is a great place to start. While it’s a common dish in Cantonese homes, it’s surprisingly rare to find it in restaurants, as it’s the kind of simple comfort food that families usually prepare at home. The magic of this …
Have you ever tried making egg tofu at home? This homemade egg tofu recipe is the easiest way to make silky steamed egg tofu at home without using specialty coagulants. Instead of starting from dried soybeans, it only requires store-bought soy milk and a few eggs to create smooth, silky tofu with minimal effort. Commercially …
The Steamed Garlic Prawns with Glass Noodles is a classic Chinese favorite that looks impressive on the table yet is surprisingly easy to prepare. It is often served during Chinese New Year celebrations, but I also love making it as a simple and satisfying meal for the family on any ordinary day. The secret lies in …