Steamed kimchi mandu, or Korean kimchi dumplings, were one of […]
Recipes Index
Sichuan-style hot & sour shredded potatoes
Sichuan-style hot & sour shredded potatoes is a classic appetizer […]
steamed pork spare ribs with kabocha squash
Steamed pork spare ribs are a classic dish at dim […]
char siu (Chinese BBQ pork)
Char siu (cha siu in Cantonese), or Chinese BBQ pork, is a staple you’d find at most Chinese restaurants and butcher shops. It’s savory, lightly sweet, and my favorite ones are slightly fatty to keep the slices tender and juicy.
crispy chive egg dumplings
An easier, crispier version of Chinese chive boxes, these crispy chive egg dumplings made with rice paper are so addicting to make and eat!
kimchi fried rice
An easy weeknight meal that comes together in under 30 minutes and satisfies the craving for comfort food! With the right tips and ingredients, you can make it even better than most restaurants’.
mooncake filling: white lotus paste from scratch
Don’t want to use store-bought mooncake filling or can’t find it at your local Asian supermarket? Here’s how you can make your own lotus paste mooncake filling from scratch!
Chinese lettuce wraps with hoisin (san choy bow)
mooncakes with salted egg yolk and lotus paste
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival by making your own salted egg […]
pan-fried crispy chow mein with shrimp
A bed of light and crispy noodles topped with a savory gravy — a classic Chinese restaurant dish! You’d be surprised at how easy it is to make at home.
Din Tai Fung garlic green beans
One of my favorites from Din Tai Fung is their perfectly executed green beans! With a few key tips, you can make this easily at home.
pork and shrimp wonton noodle soup
My family’s wonton noodle soup recipe is one we’ve iterated on over the years — it’s packed with some special ingredients for extra flavor! I share my best tips to get the juiciest and bounciest wontons.
steamed rice rolls with beef (cheung fun)
The beef version of this classic and must-order at dim sum! Check my earlier post for the popular shrimp version.
shrimp rice noodle rolls (cheung fun)
Shrimp rice noodle rolls are a classic and must-order at dim sum! I share all my learnings and tips here — I promise it’s not as intimidating to make at home as it may seem.
cantonese soy braised chicken wings
The juiciest, most tender Cantonese soy braised chicken wings you’ll eat!
stuffed egg tofu with shrimp
Silky, egg tofu paired with juicy and snappy shrimp makes a perfect pairing that’s both nutritious and delicious!
Chinese mapo tofu
Spicy, savory, and a bit numbing — this dish goes perfectly with a warm bowl of rice!
Chinese eggplant & minced pork with garlic sauce
This delicious Chinese Eggplant & Minced Pork with Garlic Sauce will have you reaching for a second bowl of rice — make this in 5 easy steps!
yu choy with garlic sauce
Also know as choy sum, this light and sweet veggie pairs perfectly with a savory, garlicky sauce.
kung pao chicken (better than Panda Express!)
Move over Panda Express — you can make better kung pao chicken at home!
zhajiangmian (fried sauce noodles)
A hearty and satisfying noodle dish balanced by the refreshing crunch of thinly sliced cucumbers and carrots!
shrimp chow mein
Clean out the veggies in your fridge to create this delicious chow mein that comes together in less than 30 minutes!
fresh spring rolls with peanut sauce
Fresh spring rolls are a perfectly refreshing appetizer with an addictive peanut sauce! Also just kind of fun to roll.
braised chashu pork belly with marinated eggs
A great weekend project that will reward you some of the tastiest chashu you can eat over white rice or in a soup with ramen!
stir-fry garlic bok choy
Chinese stir-fry veggies is one of the best ways to incorporate more vegetables into your meals. Try this easy and delicious stir-fry garlic bok choy!
tofu katsu curry
A great vegetarian option for katsu curry!
cantonese beef chow fun (dry)
Baking soda is commonly used in marinades for Chinese stir fries for certain meats. It helps tenderize the meat, especially tougher and leaner cuts like flank steak.
San Francisco-style (the BEST) garlic noodles
Garlicky, creamy, and satisfying — you HAVE to try these SF-style garlic noodles!
easy Hainan chicken & rice
Tender pieces of chicken, fragrant rice, and a warm bowl of chicken broth. No need to fuss with a whole chicken to get this dish!
chicken katsu curry
Shallow-fried, crispy and juicy chicken over a bed of rice and curry.
stir-fry tomato & eggs
This comfort dish comes together in less than 15 minutes!
clay pot rice
A non-traditional take on a classic! Clay pot not required — any small, heavy bottomed pot will work.
why I’m starting smelly lunchbox
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