There's an herb that is way underused in American cuisine - l e m o n g r a s s ! Commonly used in Asian dishes, this herb has a distinct aroma and flavor and can really pack a punch. Just a couple of tablespoons of lemongrass in minced form can make a huge impact on your dish, hence the reason why ...
Chinese Tomato Egg Stir-fry (番茄炒蛋)
While I wouldn't hesitate to spend hours cooking up a storm for a spectacular dish that my family enjoys, I am a firm believer that good food shouldn't require half a day to prepare. Obviously, this also holds true because I almost always have my hands tied, taking care of my children, working or ...
Chinese Braised Chicken w/ Lily Buds, Wood Ear & Shiitake Mushrooms (金針雲耳雞)
My parents are both amazing cooks. Lucky for us, my mom and dad both spent a great deal of time in the kitchen, simultaneously on some days or nights, to whip up delicious meals for the family. They loved to experiment and often stepped out of their comfort zone, cooking not only Asian meals (which ...
Crispy Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes Recipe
My 4 year-old toddler learned about French Fries the past year or so and kindly requests that we add them to our Shake Shack orders, which has become a bi-weekly thing for us on family movie nights. As much as I love fries myself, it pains me watching her devour those delicious, greasy, strips of ...
Air Fryer Chicken Wings w/ Garlic Butter Parm Sauce
If there's anything I can't resist, it's fried chicken. Growing up, when my metabolism was running triple its current speed, I would order meals from Popeyes and share them with my younger brother - you know, the one that comes with fried drumsticks, thighs and a side of their seasoned fries and ...
Instant Pot Chinese Braised Beef Shank (滷牛腱)
Any soup dumpling fans here? 🙋 Well no, this isn't a post about the difficult-to-achieve Shanghainese delicacy that I am going to tackle one day. This is a post about a cold side dish/appetizer that is commonly served at Shanghainese restaurants where they sell soup dumplings 😁. I HAVE made THIS ...
Hainanese Chicken Rice Instant Pot & Rice Cooker (海南鸡饭)
My family and I frequently dine at Malaysian restaurants, which seems so long ago since this COVID pandemic hit. Some of our favorites in New York City are Nyonya and Wok Wok in Manhattan. A dish that we never leave out of our order is Hainanese chicken, one of my dad's all-time favorite. He loves ...
Instant Pot Fish Congee (魚片粥)
There's a reason why Goldilocks was eyeing the three bears' bowls of porridge - it's a comfort food that warms our bellies AND our hearts! I grew up eating rice porridge, or congee, often for breakfast or when I was feeling ill. My parents typically made us plain congee with a variety of side ...
Air Fryer Japanese Mussels Dynamite Recipe
AYCE buffet - do you dig it? I certainly do, and I prepare for them by wearing loose sweatpants and an empty stomach. If you decide to walk in for unlimited eating with a belt, please loosen it up or remove it halfway through the meal. What is the purpose of paying a flat fee to stuff your face, ...
Cheung Fun (Steamed Rice Noodle Rolls) 肠粉 Shortcut Recipe
Cheung fun (steamed rice noodle rolls) is a Cantonese street food that is topped with tasty sauces and often eaten as breakfast, lunch or a snack. The most common pairing with cheung fun is curried fish balls. When I used to reside in Lower Manhattan, specifically Two Bridges, my family and I would ...
Steamed Mussels in White Wine Garlic Butter Sauce Recipe
Have we had enough of this pandemic or what? Besides a normal lifestyle, I truly miss dining out - being seated by friendly staff, presented with a warm bread basket and ordering some delicious starters, like a pot of mussels! With dining restrictions still enforced, I have no choice but to make my ...
Air Fryer Crispy Pork Belly Recipe (空气炸脆皮烧肉)
I recently shared my Air Fryer Char Siu Recipe and received much feedback on the ease of cooking BBQ roast pork without the oven. Since Lunar New Year is quickly approaching (you have 3 weeks to plan!), I figured I would share another easy air fryer roast meat recipe. This is an extremely popular ...
