Chinese chicken curry is incredibly delicious and addictive when served with steamed rice. This recipe is an easy Chinese curry commonly cooked by Malaysian Chinese at home. It differs slightly from Malay and Nyonya-style curry chicken, and it offers the same flavor found in Chinese restaurants in Malaysia. It is suitable for the whole family …
Chinese spring rolls are a perfect appetizer and small bite for parties. They are made of a crispy, delicate wrapper filled with savory ingredients such as pork and shrimp. They are also great for special occasions, like during Chinese New Year. As Cantonese, we have enjoyed this for decades. So, let’s get rolling and bring …
Char Siu Bao or char siu Pao ( 叉烧包 / Chinese bbq pork buns) is the most famous classic Cantonese dim sum. The soft and tender bun, the oozing soy-flavored thick gravy, and the meaty filling weave seamlessly into a perfect culinary masterpiece. This Chinese steamed bun takes center stage in all dim sum spread …
Try these Chinese pork chops seasoned with five-spice powder! I always pick an easy recipe when I am busy and want to spend a minimum of time in the kitchen. Over the years, I’ve developed simple and delicious recipes using only a few ingredients. Five-spice pork chops are one of them. The pork chops are …
Combining shrimp and fruit in one dish is not something I had considered before. However, as it has gained popularity in traditional Chinese restaurants in Malaysia, I am convinced it is a perfect combination. The Cantonese fruit and shrimp salad combines cold fruits with poached shrimp mixed with a mayonnaise-based sauce. This dish is often …
Chinese cabbage soup is a warming, comforting, and soothing soup perfect for a weeknight regular. This humble soup has incredible flavor, as the cabbage has a natural sweetness and is complementary to any ingredients. It is easy to prepare and nutritious. The Chinese cabbage recipe is also highly versatile since you can substitute the protein …
I want to introduce you to an authentic Malaysian Chinese recipe called Kam Heong chicken (Golden fragrance chicken/甘香鸡). Kam Heong is a direct translation from the Cantonese dialect 甘香, which means fragrance and aromatic. Kam Heong chicken is a homegrown recipe created by the local Chinese using Chinese and Malay ingredients. It is one of …
Taiwanese popcorn chicken 盐酥鸡 is a famous street food that is extraordinarily crispy and sprinkled with sharp and biting spice seasoning. The unusual spice mix leaves a slight numbing feeling on your tongue! Even the basil leaves accompanying the dish are uniquely deep-fried, adding a delightful texture that will shatter like paper-thin glass. If that …
Fried pork belly is a traditional Hakka recipe that marinates the meat with fermented beancurd 腐乳 and Chinese five-spice 五香粉 powder. It is hugely popular due to its simplicity and unique savory taste. There are only two steps to preparing Hakka deep-fried pork. First, marinate the pork with a mixture of fermented beancurd, five-spice powder, …
Eggplant, king oyster mushrooms, and shiitake mushrooms are common ingredients in Chinese cooking. In this eggplant and mushroom recipe, we combine these ingredients and add Szechuan chili oil for an extra kick. Let’s cook this vegetarian dish and enjoy it with your whole family. 🛒Ingredients needed for eggplant and mushroom stir-fry 👉 How to cook …