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Curry Powder
Updated:View Post: Curry PowderThe term curry powder can be a little bit confusing. Though many associate it with authentic Indian cooking, you won’t actually find it on restaurant menus in India. That’s because “curry” is originally a British term describing savory dishes with…
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Garlic Scapes Stir-fry
Posted:View Post: Garlic Scapes Stir-fryThis garlic scapes stir-fry is the next seasonal dish you’ll want to try this spring! Over the next few weeks, you may see garlic scapes at your local farmer’s market or Chinese grocery store. They have long, curly green stems…
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The Best Ham and Bean Soup
Updated:View Post: The Best Ham and Bean SoupThis is easily the best Ham and Bean Soup we’ve ever had! Plenty of beans, tender chunks of carrot, a perfectly thickened broth with no shortage of spices, and giant chunks of salty ham. Little tricks here and there make…
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Chinese Broccoli Stir-fry
Updated:View Post: Chinese Broccoli Stir-frySauteed Chinese Broccoli is a mainstay in our kitchen. It goes with just about everything as a side dish! To cook it, we use a Cantonese method perfected over the years from watching my parents cook at home and in…
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Quick Egg Stir-Fry with Peppers
Posted:View Post: Quick Egg Stir-Fry with PeppersThis Quick Egg Stir-fry with Peppers is perfect for when you’re looking for a fast, high-protein meal or side dish. Close to Meatless We all know the struggle of eating meatless, whether you’ve made the commitment or you have someone…
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Gong Zai Mein (HK Breakfast) 港式公仔面
Posted:View Post: Gong Zai Mein (HK Breakfast) 港式公仔面In the Hong Kong tea cafes (茶餐廳), this is an inexpensive and quick breakfast. It includes Hong Kong’s preferred Doll brand of instant ramen (the brand, gong zai mein, 公仔面, is synonymous with instant noodles in HK), a sunny side…
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20-Minute Fish Congee
Updated:View Post: 20-Minute Fish CongeeIf you have not read or tried our 20-Minute Congee, you’re in for a treat to learn this incredible and unique cooking technique, this time with fish and refreshing greens. For many purists and traditionalists, the idea of a 20-Minute…
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Vegan Korean BBQ: King Oyster Mushroom “Samgyupsal” Bowls
Posted:View Post: Vegan Korean BBQ: King Oyster Mushroom “Samgyupsal” BowlsSamgyupsal, or Korean BBQ pork belly, is one of my all-time favorite things to eat. In my quest to make it easier for me to stick to a plant-based diet more often, I’ve transformed my porky favorite into an entirely…
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Qingtuan (青团): Mugwort Mochi
Updated:View Post: Qingtuan (青团): Mugwort MochiIt’s a clear sign of spring when these little green glutinous rice dumplings, or Qingtuan (青团), appear in supermarkets and food stores in Shanghai. It’s as much a sign of spring as daffodils, robins, and the grass turning lush and…
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Cantonese Steamed Chicken & Chinese Sausage
Updated:View Post: Cantonese Steamed Chicken & Chinese SausageThis Cantonese Steamed Chicken and Chinese Sausage recipe may have shown up on your dinner table if you grew up in a Cantonese family. It’s a super tasty dish that’s easy enough for any weeknight. Why Steam Chicken You may…
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Scallion Ginger Beef and Tofu Stir-Fry
Updated:View Post: Scallion Ginger Beef and Tofu Stir-FryThis Scallion Ginger Beef and Tofu recipe is dish you may find in Chinatown takeout or lunch places, usually for less than $10. At its best, it has lots of “wok hay,” or wok-seared flavor, from being cooked over very…
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MSG (Monosodium Glutamate): Good or Bad?
Updated:View Post: MSG (Monosodium Glutamate): Good or Bad?The flavor enhancer monosodium glutamate, commonly known as MSG, been a subject of controversy in the culinary world for decades. But is it really that bad? This comprehensive guide aims to demystify this ingredient. We’ll also talk about cooking with…
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25 Chinese Egg Recipes
Posted:View Post: 25 Chinese Egg RecipesEggs offer a super versatile, inexpensive way to put a satisfying meal on the table. These are our 25 best Chinese egg recipes, whether you have just 5 minutes to cook or a whole day. We break it down by…
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Chicken & Asparagus Stir-fry
Updated:View Post: Chicken & Asparagus Stir-fryThis chicken and asparagus stir-fry recipe is a healthy dish that’s easy and fast to put together. Asparagus is in season right now, so it’s the perfect time to try this recipe out! A Simple Stir-fry Formula You’ll see that…
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Seitan Puffs with Pea Tips
Posted:View Post: Seitan Puffs with Pea TipsThis dish of Seitan Puffs with Pea Tips was a happy accident I created when rooting around for ingredients in the fridge to make a meatless dish for myself. While we still indulge in meat, I’m slowly seeing myself go…
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Chinese Spice Braising Packets (卤料包)
Updated:View Post: Chinese Spice Braising Packets (卤料包)Some of our favorite authentic Chinese dishes are braised dishes. “Braising” simply refers to a method of slow cooking in liquid at low heat for an extended period of time, rendering any meat or vegetables juicy and tender. Combine this…
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How to Debone Chicken Thighs
Updated:View Post: How to Debone Chicken ThighsSo you have to debone chicken thighs. In this post, we’ll show you how to do it with step-by-step instructions, photos, and a video! Use Cases for Deboning Chicken Thighs The biggest use case for this is when we want…
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Homemade Artisan Sourdough Bread
Updated:View Post: Homemade Artisan Sourdough BreadWelcome to our Homemade Artisan Sourdough Bread recipe, and my journey from hapless home bread baker to getting consistently professional results! Mastering the art of baking breads has been on my list of things to do for a very long…
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