If you’ve never cooked with bitter melon before, don’t let the name scare you away! Although it may be an acquired taste due to its natural bitterness, this knobby green vegetable has a distinctive taste that becomes surprisingly delicious when balanced with savory seasonings, aromatic garlic, and ...
Winter Melon Clam Soup (冬瓜蛤蜊湯)
There’s something incredibly comforting about a bowl of hot soup made with simple, wholesome ingredients. This Winter Melon Clam Soup or 冬瓜蛤蜊湯 is the perfect example! It's light and full of natural sweetness from fresh clams and winter melon. If you ask me to describe winter melons' ...
Skillet Sautéed Buttered Corn in 10 Minutes
If you're looking for an appetizer or side dish that is quick, easy and can steal the show, look no further! Skillet Sautéed Buttered Corn is a versatile dish that can work alone, or used to top salads or burrito bowls. What's even better is it takes no longer than 10-15 minutes to make, from start ...
Classic Deviled Eggs and EASTER Themed Fun
Deviled eggs are the ideal appetizers. They are bite-sized, creamy, simple to assemble and packed with nutrients! Not to mention, they are customizable for any holiday or special occasion, like EASTER! Below I will share a recipe for my tweaked version of Classic Deviled Eggs, and an inspiration for ...
Steamed Egg Tofu with Shrimp (虾仁蒸蛋豆腐)
If you're in search for a dish that is elegant and tasty, look no further. My recipe for Steamed Egg Tofu with Shrimp is a must-try. Featuring silky egg tofu topped with flavorful shrimp, all lightly bathed in an oyster sauce-based dressing, this dish is simple to prepare, presentable and ...
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 ...
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 ...
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, ...
Crispy Korean Vegetable Pancake with Dipping Sauce (Yachaejeon 야채전)
I'm sitting here snacking on a bag of chips as I type out this blog post. I know I'm going to feel extremely guilty upon finishing the entire bag, but I can't resist the crispiness, salt content and the slight oozing of grease into my mouth. What is it about chips that are so irresistible? Well, ...
Chinese Steamed Spare Ribs with Black Beans (豉汁蒸排骨)
Back in the days, my family and I would have dim sum practically every weekend, on Sundays specifically, which was the only day my immigrant parents were off from work. As with most children, I often craved the rice noodle dishes, bao, har gow, siu mai and desserts that came down those carts. Adults ...
