If you're looking for a quick and satisfying meal that is also extremely easy to make, Chinese fried rice is the answer. All you need are some Asian pantry staples and leftover rice from the night (or two) before, and you can whip up a delicious dish that packs a punch, all in the comfort of your ...
My Dad’s Stir Fried Rice Cake (炒年糕 Nian Gao) Recipe
There’s something special about family recipes, especially those that are used every holiday and delightfully enjoyed by everyone, and I MEAN EVERYONE. A recipe that has been an all-time family-favorite comes from my dad, whose Chinese stir-fried rice cakes (or nian gao) have become a staple in our ...
Fuzhounese Longevity Noodle Soup in Pressure Cooker 福州寿面
As some of you may know, my parents are from Fuzhou, the capital city of the Fujian Province, which is located on the southeastern coast of China. Unbeknownst to many, Fuzhou is known for their distinctive cuisine, which includes popular dishes such as Ban Mian and Fujianese wontons. Moreover, a ...
Tamago Sando (Japanese Egg Sandwich)
If there's one food item that makes the perfect breakfast, lunch or snack, it’s Tamago Sando. If you have been lucky enough to visit Japan, you're likely aware of how affordable, yet delicious tamago sando are. These are Japanese-style egg sandwiches that combine soft, fluffy eggs with rich, creamy ...
Garlic Noodles in 15 Minutes
If you love a "fusion" dish, you're going to enjoy garlic noodles. This dish is the perfect blend of simplicity and bold flavors, made by combining Asian seasoning with American and Italian ingredients. It is also your best bet on a busy workday or weeknight for a simple, quick dish that is ...
EASIEST Milk Bread Recipe (No Tang Zhong Needed)
Bread is one of my guilty pleasures. I'd eat them with fillings AND I'd eat them plain. Don't be alarmed if you ever see me walking around Paris one day with a loaf of baguette in arm or in Chinatown digging my face into a char siu bao. There's nothing better than fresh bread, still hot and toasty ...
Air Fryer Korean Soy Garlic Chicken Wings
If you're a fan of flavorful chicken wings tossed in a delicious, stick-icky Korean inspired sauce, but want to use a healthier cooking method for the sake of your heart and gut health, look no further than this blog post for Air Fryer Korean Soy Garlic Wings! Air frying is a game changer, providing ...
Cold Soba Noodles with Dipping Sauce (Zaru Soba)
Over the summer, I introduced my young kids to a cold noodle dish. Mind you, they love this source of carbs, but typically eat them hot, either as a stir fry, pasta with tomato sauce, or with soup. Nervous to let them try something completely out of the ordinary, I was pleased to find that they both ...
Chinese-style Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs (糖醋排骨)
Gosh I love ribs, and it can be cooked any way, any style! Steamed, barbecued, pressure cooked, baked, braised, give me them all!!! I've shared a recipe for Steamed Spare Ribs with Black Beans, a popular dim sum dish that my family eats for dinner (well, because I make them). In today's post, I will ...
Chinese Broccoli (Gai Lan) with Oyster Sauce 蠔油芥籣
I say this understandingly: vegetables aren't everyone's cup of tea. If I had to choose between a savory steak or a salad, I'd likely go for the former (although it would be ideal to have it served WITH a salad). BUT as we all know, since we need vegetables in a well-balanced, nutritious diet, ...
Easiest One Pot Rice Cooker Rice Recipe
There's only so much time in a day, let alone 24 hours to prep and cook breakfast, lunch and dinner, work 8+ hours, do household chores, etc. That is the sole reason why I’ve created rackoflam.com, because I am aware that life as a working parent, or a busy person in general, can be challenging. By ...
White Sugar Sponge Cake (Bai Tang Gao/Bak Tong Gou 白糖糕)
With age comes wrinkles and gray hair, but also lots of great memories to share (hey, that rhymes!). Memories from my childhood pastimes are often triggered by food, since that is my parents' love language. A perfect example is White Sugar Sponge Cake or Bak Tong Gou in Cantonese and Bai Tang Gao in ...
