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Cashew Shrimp Recipe (腰果蝦仁) – Quick & Easy Chinese Stir-fry

Cashew shrimp is not a traditional Chinese dish but has become popular in Chinese restaurants across the United States and other Western countries. Overseas Chinese have incorporated local ingredients into Chinese cooking, and cashew shrimp is one great example. I will share my method for preparing this delicious dish in this article. Ingredients for the …

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Shrimp and eggs recipe (Cantonese style)- 滑蛋虾仁

Check out this amazing Cantonese-style Shrimp and eggs recipe with a soft, velvety texture that will leave you craving more. Imagine plump, crunchy pink shrimp gently enveloped in flavorful, velvety eggs. This simple yet incredibly delicious dish is sure to be a family favorite. Cantonese shrimp with eggs (滑蛋虾仁) is treasured for its incredible flavor …

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Chinese spinach soup recipe- How to make it from scratch

Spinach soup is prepared in various ways in different countries. Some versions include orzo pasta and roasted tomatoes, while others may make it a creamy soup. Today, I’d like to introduce you to Chinese spinach soup. In Chinese, spinach is called Yin Choy (苋菜) and is typically prepared with ginger, goji berries, century eggs, and …

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Taro rice recipe- One-pot meal (Yam rice/芋头饭)

I want to share my Taro Rice Recipe (芋头饭), a specialty dish not meant to be cooked daily but for certain festive occasions due to its richness. It is so delicious that it can be served as a stand-alone dish. Additionally, it pairs exceptionally well with Bak Kut Teh, the signature pork soup with meat …

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Garlic Pork Chop- How to make it in three simple steps (Asian style)

In this article, I’d like to share my favorite easy pork chop recipe – an Asian-style garlic pork chop. This garlic pork chop tastes different from the garlic butter pork chops popular outside Asia. You will expect the flavor to be Asianized as the seasonings are primarily used in Chinese and Vietnamese food. Despite that, …

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Mongolian beef recipe- How to cook in 5 simple steps

If you think Mongolian beef is Mongolian cuisine, think again. You won’t find Mongolian beef in Mongolia. The locals will be dumbfounded and not know what you mean. But Mongolian beef goes beyond that. An array of world cuisines bear the name of a country since people want to associate the flavor and cooking style …

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Sweet and sour pork 咕噜肉 (best Chinese recipe)

Chinese sweet and sour pork 咕噜肉/咕老肉 is a traditional Chinese cuisine with a universal appeal. It is easy to prepare and kid-friendly, perfect for any busy home cook. The crispy pork pieces are doused in a thick, spoon-coating sauce that constantly pulls between sweet and sour. The deep-fried pork is well balanced by the aesthetically …

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Pork stir-fry recipe with ginger and spring onions

Ginger pork stir-fry with spring onion is regularly included in my dinner rotation. It is a tasty, quick, and easy dinner recipe. The ginger pork stir-fry is an extension of the more popular variation, beef stir-fry with ginger and spring onion. The preparation method is similar, but since pork is a staple for most Chinese, …

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Easy Kung Pao Chicken- The classic Chinese recipe

Kung Pao chicken 宫保鸡丁 is a Chinese dish that is loved by everyone. The Chinese like its spiciness and numbness on the tongue. People living in Western countries enjoy its unmistakably authentic Chinese flavor, and chefs like it because it is quick and easy to prepare. This article shows you how to prepare this classic …

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Salt and pepper tofu (Chinese-style crispy tofu recipe)

Salt and pepper tofu is a popular dish on the menu of many Chinese restaurants. It is easy to prepare and has a sharp and contracting flavor from chili, peppercorn, garlic, and ginger. The tofu soaks up all the delicious flavor from the seasonings like a blank canvas. Note: Tofu is the direct translation of …

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