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Cantonese Roasted Duck Recipe

Cantonese roast duck—the glistening red birds you see hanging in Chinatown shop windows—is known for its shiny, crackly-crisp skin and succulent meat. The duck is traditionally hung to air-dry before

Beef Udon Noodle Soup Recipe (Niku Udon)

Udon is a type of Japanese noodle. It’s made out of wheat, and it’s known for its springy and Q texture. It’s one of my daughter’s and mine’ favorite noodles.

Filipino Chicken Adobo Recipe

Chicken Adobo is one of the most popular Filipino dishes. It’s so beloved by Filipinos that they even call it their national dish. Filipino Chicken Adobo Recipe Serves: 2 to

Chinese Crispy Shrimp Spring Rolls Recipe

I’m excited to share my all-time favorite Chinese Crispy Shrimp Spring Rolls. These rolls are loaded with a delicious mix of shrimp, glass noodles, and vegetables, all wrapped in a

Sesame Chicken Recipe

Today I’ll show you how you can easily make sesame chicken at home. Sesame chicken is one of the most popular Americanized Chinese dishes in the US. It is crispy

Red Bean ‪Mooncake Recipe

Mooncakes, or yue bing, are the quintessential food of the Mid-Autumn Festival. The festival is celebrated on the 15th day of the eighth month of the lunar calendar, marked by a

Hot and Sour Soup Recipe

Skip the takeout—hot and sour soup, that beloved Chinese restaurant staple, is quick and easy to make at home. This recipe gives you a rich, silky broth, packed with flavor

Legendary Mapo Tofu Recipe

Mapo Tofu is a quintessential Sichuan dish that’s known for its bold, spicy, and savory flavors, with a signature numbing sensation from the famous Sichuan peppercorns. It’s definitely a dish

DIY Vietnamese Spring Rolls Recipe

Rice lies at the center of Vietnamese cuisine. The crop is abundantly grown throughout Vietnam, with paddies especially concentrated around the Red River Delta in the north and the Mekong River Delta

Cantonese Char Siu 2.0 Recipe

Char siu, or Chinese barbecued pork, is a beloved Cantonese classic that strikes the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. The name “char siu” literally translates to “fork-roasted,” referring

Mango Sticky Rice Recipe

Mango Sticky Rice is a beloved Thai dessert, known as khaoniao mamuang in Thai. It’s also one of my all-time favorite sweets. Growing up in Bangkok, I have fond memories

Japanese Rolled Chashu Recipe

Japanese chashu is a popular ramen topping made by rolling up pork belly and braising it until it’s tender and melts in your mouth. It’s one of my favorite ramen

Cantonese Pork Belly Zongzi Recipe

 The Chinese Dragon Boat Festival, or Duanwu Festival, has a history of more than 2,000 years. It is celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth month of the

Chicken Sticky Rice in Lotus Leaves

Lo mai gai, steamed bundles of sticky rice studded with bits of chicken and wrapped in lotus leaves, is a classic Cantonese dim sum dish. It’s said this dish was born in

Sichuan Spicy Boiled Beef

   When I was a kid, my parents took me to a small Sichuan restaurant in the neighborhood with some of their friends. One of them ordered a dish

Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken with Basil Recipe

Walking through the Shilin night market in Taipei, Taiwan, I felt like I was entering another world. Bright neon signs hung from buildings and countless food stores, and carts lined

Stewed Pork Belly with Noodles

  Stewed pork belly with noodles is the essence of Northeastern Chinese cuisine. It is one of the region’s four most popular stews. Due to the vast area and large

Dry Stir-Fry Beef Chow Fun Recipe

 If you asked 10 Cantonese people whether they like to eat dry stir-fried beef chow fun, nine would profess their love for it. Made with slices of tender beef

Singapore Noodles Recipe

You might think that Singapore Noodles came from Singapore, but it’s indeed a Cantonese dish. It’s made out of stir-fry rice noodles with curry, protein, and vegetables. Singapore Noodles Recipe

Red Braised Beef Noodles Soup

  When I was in Taipei three years ago, I had the most memorable spicy red braised beef noodle soup at a hole in the wall place. The noodle shop

walnut shrimp recipe

Walnut Shrimp Recipe

  Are you ready to elevate your culinary skills with an incredible recipe for walnut shrimp? Follow along, and you’ll be whipping it up in no time! Walnut shrimp has

Taiwanese Pork Belly Buns (Gua Bao)

  There’s nothing quite like biting into a warm, fluffy Taiwanese Pork Belly Buns (Gua Bao) stuffed with melt-in-your-mouth pork belly, sweet crushed peanuts, and tangy pickled greens. These buns

Chinese Steamed Whole Fish Recipe

  Chinese Steamed Fish is a beautifully simple dish that delivers clean, delicate flavor with every bite. While it’s a staple during Chinese New Year—thanks to the word for “fish”

Pork Belly with Preserved Mustard Greens

This savory, melt-in-your-mouth Pork Belly with Preserved Mustard Greens is a beloved classic in Chinese cuisine. While it’s especially popular during holidays and special occasions, it’s truly a showstopper any

Taiwanese Braised Pork Belly Over Rice

Tender, savory, and deeply comforting, Taiwanese Braised Pork Belly Over Rice (Lu Rou Fan) is a must-try classic. The pork is caramelized, simmered in rich soy sauce, and served over

Sweet & Sour Pork (Guo Bao Rou)

Today I bring you Guo Bao Rou. It’s a super popular Dong Bei style sweet and sour pork. If you wonder where Dong Bei is, it’s located in the North

Roasted Rack of Lamb

How to make super juicy and tender Roasted Rack of Lamb? It’s easy. Watch this now!   Ingredients 1 rack of lamb 4 tablespoons of Dijon mustard 1 cup of

Crispy Ginger Beef Recipe

If you ever find yourself in Calgary, Alberta, there’s one Chinese dish you absolutely can’t miss: Ginger Beef. This crispy, sweet, and spicy favorite was first created in 1975 by

Roasted Pork Tenderloin

Merry Christmas to all my foodies! How to make super moist and flavorful roasted pork tenderloin? This is a Christmas recipe that you must try. The tenderloin is so juicy

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