Three-Michelin-Starred Cantonese Lobster and Onion Recipe
Australia-based Asian food authority Tony Tan was inspired by a dish at a three-Michelin-starred restaurant in Hong Kong for this dish he calls a revelation.
Australia-based Asian food authority Tony Tan was inspired by a dish at a three-Michelin-starred restaurant in Hong Kong for this dish he calls a revelation.
Starting your culinary adventure with the Cantonese-style crab with scallion & ginger can seem daunting initially, especially when dealing with the crab. But, once you …
A Journey Through Time With Periwinkle Snails The delightful taste of Cantonese periwinkle snails with black bean sauce, known in Cantonese as “sac luo” or …
The allure of Cantonese wonton noodle, especially in its soup variant, resonates deeply with those who frequent Cantonese eateries. When you’re distant from the bustling …
The joy of relishing the quick & flavorful Cantonese-style steamed fish plunges you right into the core of authentic Chinese culinary festivities. While it’s a …
To many who appreciate traditional Cantonese fare, the Cantonese-style steamed chicken with Chinese sausage stands as a cherished culinary memory. Simple in its preparation yet …
The Festive Delight from Canton The delectable Cantonese braised pork belly with arrowhead root, often referenced as cí gū mèn nan ròu in Mandarin, has …
The Quintessence of Cantonese Tradition Diving into a bowl of Cantonese chicken feet soup is like wrapping yourself in a culinary blanket rich in tradition. …
Embracing the Essence of Bitter Melon As late summer approaches, it beckons the prime time for the healthful Cantonese pork & bitter melon broth. Despite …
A Culinary Journey Back to Hong Kong Embarking on a quest to recreate the Hong Kong-style beef curry that captivated me during a visit was …
Celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival with flair! Though I might not have dragon boat races to show, I bring to you an exquisite Cantonese Alkaline …
A Chinatown Treasure: Shrimp and Eggs Delight The savory shrimp & scrambled eggs is an iconic Cantonese delicacy, and it takes me back to the …
If you haven’t tried Cantonese-style zongzi yet, you’re missing out on a delicious and comforting dish that’s akin to the Chinese version of a tamale. …
Delicious ginger, scallions, cilantro, and sweet soy sauce give this Cantonese-style steamed tofu all the flavor of traditional Cantonese steamed fish but at a fraction …
There was a time when Lobster Cantonese was a staple at my family’s dinner table while I was growing up in the Catskills, but it …
When I was a kid, Cantonese Beef Stew would randomly appear on the dinner table. At Chinatown restaurants, it was often served bubbling in a …
PORK BONE SOUP WITH CANTONESE HERB (CHING PO LEUNG) My favorite Chinese soup is undoubtedly this Cantonese Herb Pork Bone Soup (Ching Po Leung in …
CANTONESE EGGPLANT CASSEROLE For many Chinese and American-born Chinese, this Cantonese chicken and salted fish fried rice meal is a no-brainer. Even if your dining …
CANTONESE CHICKEN FEET SOUP Considering how iconic this dish is, I feel like something of a failure for not having shared it sooner! I hope …
CANTONESE SALT AND PEPPER PORK CHOPS The best pork chops are Chinese Salt and Pepper Pork Chops! My childhood memories of this meal date back …
SCALLION GINGER CANTONESE CRAB This Scallion Ginger Cantonese Crab recipe isn’t the simplest, but if you follow the instructions carefully, you’ll be rewarded with a …
CANTONESE PORK SOUP WITH CARROTS & CHINESE YAM It is a famous Cantonese soup with a flavorful broth, carrots, and Chinese yam, and it is …
CANTONESE STEAMED FISH One of the last courses of a Chinese wedding dinner is Cantonese steamed fish, a simple but traditional dish (right before the …
CANTONESE ROAST PORK BELLY Siu yuk, or Cantonese Roasted Pork Belly, is being added to our list of common roast meats in Chinatown restaurants. That …
CANTONESE SOY SAUCE PAN-FRIED NOODLES Chinese and dim sum eateries serve Cantonese Soy Sauce Pan-fried Noodles. While you’re chowing down on some dim sum, give …
CANTONESE STEAMED CHICKEN & CHINESE SAUSAGE In a Cantonese household, you may have had steamed chicken with Chinese sausage on your dinner table at some …
CANTONESE CHICKEN WITH PICKLED MUSTARD GREENS Cantonese traditional haam choy chow gai, best known in our family as stir-fried/braised chicken with pickled mustard greens, is …
CANTONESE CHA GUO SAVORY RICE CAKES Known as “tea cakes” in Cantonese, glutinous rice flour-based Cantonese Cha Guo is savory pork buns filled with dried …
CANTONESE-STYLE PERIWINKLE SNAILS IN BLACK BEAN SAUCE I’ve known periwinkle snails for a long time. During my childhood in upstate New York, I had my …
CANTONESE STEAMED MILK EGG PUDDING The Cantonese Steamed Milk Egg Pudding (Shuang pi nai) is reminiscent of a Chinese Creme Brûlée, but without the crunchy …
CANTONESE WONTON NOODLE SOUP Noodle soups like Wonton Noodle Soup are so commonplace in Cantonese restaurants that you won’t have any trouble finding them. However, …
CANTONESE MUSTARD GREEN SOUP WITH PORK BONES I’m not the type to overstate things. This Cantonese Mustard Green Pork Bone Soup has me speechless, and …
CANTONESE POACHED CHICKEN This meal, Cantonese Poached Chicken, always appeared on our dinner table as a child. As far as Chinese cuisine goes, it’s one …
CANTONESE BEEF RICE BOWLS You know, these Cantonese beef rice bowls are like…the great-grandfather of the bolognese notion. Cooked ground beef is thickened into a …
CANTONESE CHICKEN & SALTED FISH FRIED RICE For many Chinese and American-born Chinese, this Cantonese chicken and salted fish fried rice meal is a no-brainer. …
CANTONESE PORK KNUCKLES WITH GINGER AND VINEGAR For whatever reason, Cantonese pork knuckles with ginger and vinegar may not be the most well-known dish among …
End-of-summer bitter melon is best served in a Cantonese Bitter Melon Soup with Pork Bones. As one of the healthiest veggies (fruits?), the bitter melon …
These recipes from Jeremy Pang and Philippa Middlehurst celebrate the best of each region’s cuisine
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The much-loved mess of noodles and veg (and optional meat and/or seafood) is a quick, easy job to see in Chinese New Year
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A byproduct of tofu-making, tofu skin is nutritious and versatile. Here’s how to cook with it.
Kevin Pang and Jeffrey Pang bring personality and chemistry to “A Very Chinese Cookbook,” while America’s Test Kitchen brings its trademark meticulous testing.
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This coconut banana confection guarantees a happy new year.
A Classic Chinese Delight: Chicken Stir-Fry with Bean Sprouts Dive into the world of Chinese cuisine with the chicken stir-fry with crisp bean sprouts. This …
If the idea of diving into a creamy treat lights up your senses, the Hong Kong-style milk egg in minutes promises ethereal satisfaction. Envision the …
A Culinary Journey through Chinese Tradition Vegetarian world: Buddha’s delight, also known as luo han zhai in Mandarin or lo han jai in Cantonese, is …
A Foodie’s Nostalgia Evoking the warmth of cherished memories is unparalleled. My childhood in New York City was sprinkled with food adventures, and sometimes, an …
Culinary Adventures Beyond Menus Ever felt a touch of ennui scanning the usual lineup of Cantonese, Shanghainese, Sichuan, or even Japanese, Vietnamese, and Italian restaurant …
In the vast expanse of Chinese culinary art, the beef stir-fry with lush Chinese broccoli stands out for its sheer simplicity yet profound taste. While …
There’s no better celebration of garden bounty than diving into a tomato-beef stir-fry, crafted from your own harvest. Our vibrant tomato plants brim with unmatched …
Ever craved the soft, fluffy texture of the white sugar rice cake: Bai Tang Gao (白糖糕)? You’re not alone! This legendary delicacy has been cherished …
The Splendor of Ong Choy in Chinese Cuisine In Chinese culinary traditions, Ong Choy meets XO Sauce in a delectable pairing. Esteemed as a prominent …
Ah, the cherished memories of roasted pork paired with exquisite Chinese greens – a quintessential dish that frequented American Chinese eateries. With time, an array …
Discovering a Culinary Diamond Ever indulged in soy sauce-infused fried rice and wondered, “Can this get any better?” Meet the “Ultimate” version of this dish …
The Versatility of Chinese Steamed Egg Ever thought of whipping up a steamed egg for dinner? The Chinese steamed egg, often referred to in Cantonese …
Demystifying the Culinary Enigma On laying eyes upon savoring shrimp in opulent lobster sauce, the imagination often runs wild with visions of juicy shrimp harmonizing …
Discovering the Magic of Hong Kong Egg Tarts The irresistible charm of Hong Kong-style egg tart, lovingly referred to as ‘dan tat’ in Cantonese, transcends …
The Uncomplicated Joy of Vegetable Lo Mein Prepare to be whisked away on a gustatory journey like no other as you indulge in the exquisite …
Black Bean Sauce Yong Tow Foo To prepare this recipe, you just need a few simple ingredients and less than 30 minutes. This is a …
As the aroma of the fragrant steamed buns filled the air, the little ones eagerly waited for the crispy and chewy delight, fried dough rice …
In this delightful stir-fry dish, bitter melon adds a unique flavor and nutritional punch to the already delicious combination of fermented black beans, meaty mushrooms, …
You can make delicious Sticky Rice Mushroom Shumai at home in no time with this recipe. Sticky rice, mushrooms, and peas make up today’s vegetarian …
In many Chinese restaurants and during weekend dim sum brunches, you can get a delicacy called Xiamen Chow mei fun, a wonderful rice noodle dish. …
Traditional Cantonese home cooking often consists of steamed pork patties with salted duck eggs. It was something my mum would make any time she had …
These watercress steamed meatballs are a healthy twist on the traditional Chinese meatball, using a basic Chinese meatball recipe and the super-healthy watercress. You must …
This Zucchini with Glass Noodles dish may not be a traditional Chinese recipe, but it’s one of my favorites. I always order it when I …
If you’re looking for a twist on the classic Salted Fish Fried Rice, try this Anchovy Fried Rice recipe – it’s a simplified version that …
One cannot resist the temptation of biting into the crispy exterior and soft interior of Chinese fried dough, popularly known as youtiao. Despite its Cantonese …
One of the most popular dishes at any Chinese banquet is Steamed Whole Fish Chinese-Style cooked with ginger, scallions, soy sauce, and cilantro. This is …
You Dunzi are a crispy cake made from shredded daikon radish, cilantro, and scallions, then deep-fried. The fried radish cakes you see here are a …
To me, this walnut shrimp recipe is one of those classic meals that has been around forever. It’s a staple at any Chinese banquet: wedding, …
The Sichuan specialty of Twice Cooked Pork, or hui guo rou, is a fiery seared pork belly dish that has become much too popular to …
This lo bak go, a savory turnip cake (also called radish), is a traditional meal typically offered at dim sum places; I remember eating it …
Eating Szechuan Shrimp at a Chinese restaurant is a cuisine staple. Tender baby shrimp are topped with a spicy and tangy Szechuan (more accurately spelled …
Although it may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of lettuce, stir-fried lettuce (Chao Sheng Cài in Mandarin or …
When we visit New York’s Chinatown, we always get stir-fried shrimp and eggs, a classic Cantonese dish. The combination of soft scrambled eggs, crunchy scallions, …
These vegan and vegetarian Chinese rice cakes mixed with vegetables stir-fry is bright and filling. The Mandarin term for rice cakes is a homonym of …
You should always have a supply of these wok fried peanuts on hand. A lazy susan filled with small meals and a pot of tea …
This handmade lotus root soup was a light, pleasant, and refreshing soup that I couldn’t stop sipping on it. During the recent holiday season, I …
You can count on this Easy Pork Belly Mushroom Rice Bowl becoming a regular in your home. You undoubtedly had something resembling this when you …
It’s true that Jewish Christmas customs differ from household to household, but one constant is the consumption of a complete menu of Chinese takeout classics …
Traditional Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋节, zhōngqiū jié) fare includes mooncakes, of course, but what other dishes are common at gatherings? Here are 9 of those traditional …
Rice noodles, bean sprouts, and scallions are tossed with a sweet Thai soy sauce to create a simple dish known as “poor man’s Thai noodles.” …
What is this stuff, potassium carbonate? It sounds like something you wouldn’t find in a typical cuisine, therefore, I’m guessing we won’t be adding it …
Since Char Siu roast pork is typically exclusively seen in Chinese restaurants, home cooks often pass up the opportunity to make Roast Pork Lo Mein. …
Cantonese speakers may be familiar with these alkaline rice dumplings as “Gan Sui Jong,” and they are commonly eaten for breakfast or as part of …
If you want to eat authentic Cantonese bai qie ji, you must master the raw ginger scallion oil (poached chicken). Furthermore, I find that it …
Successfully negotiated your way into a Chinese banquet. Here’s the recipe for the red bean soup that usually goes down well and for which there …
This Roast Pork with Five-Spice recipe is sure to win you some accolades. Perhaps you’ve encountered a roast pork dish like this one before. Typically, …
This recipe for roasted braised duck is delicious. An extraordinary meal can be prepared with just a few unusual items and a little bit of …
This American Roast Pork with Chinese Vegetables used to be a staple at almost any Chinese restaurant in the country. There is a wide variety …
My grandfather loves this quick and easy braised tofu (hongshao dofu) at the modest Cantonese restaurant on Division Street in Chinatown. I’ve got to give …
Our beef recipe collection is extensive, so we thought it would be helpful to demonstrate how to prepare beef for Chinese cuisine as well as …
When I was a kid, one of my first thoughts on the morning of Chinese New Year was of fried prawn crackers, also known as …
When eating out in Chinese restaurants, I often see these little pumpkin mochi with pumpkin filling, which are virtually always fried, on the menu. Ma …
Cantonese Moo Goo Gai Pan has been a mainstay of American Chinese cuisine since the first Chinese restaurants opened. Cantonese is the language of origin, …
In Cantonese cuisine, Chinese Rose Wine is used to marinate and roast meats and cured sausages. The questions now are: what is it, how is …
A simple rice congee meal seasoned with a meaty pork bone stock, also known as zhū gu zhōu or, more familiar to me in Cantonese …
Ketchup Shrimp and I go way back in history. My mother used to prepare this dish, which is pronounced “cure jup ha” in the Cantonese …
One of our favorite ways to prepare leafy greens is the Malaysian and Indonesian meal kangkung belacan, which consists of water spinach stir-fried with fermented …
Have a wonderful summer break! In the summer, I particularly enjoy trips to the beach. Great seafood usually enhances my favorite beach activities, such as …
HOW TO MAKE DUCK SAUCE Fresh, preservative-free ingredients allow you to customize this recipe for homemade duck sauce to suit your tastes. The best part …
DIM SUM TRIPE STEW You either love Dim Sum Tripe Stew, or you don’t want to touch it with a 10-foot rod. Can you guess …
SPARE RIBS IN DIM SUM SAUCE WITH BLACK BEANS My favorite dim sum dish is steamed spare ribs with black bean sauce. As children, we …
QUICK CARROT DAIKON STIR-FRY Carrot daikon stir-fry is one of my favorite side dishes. It’s nutritious, delicious, and can be paired with any Chinese dish!! …
DARK SOY SAUCE Most cooks have heard of soy sauce, but how about “dark soy sauce?” What’s the difference between standard soy sauce and dark …
CURRY CRAB Okay, we’ll admit that cooking crab isn’t the easiest task in the world. Then again, Curry Crab is such a delectable and savory …
SAUCY BEEF CHOW HO FUN NOODLES Sup chow ngau ho, or saucy beef chow ho fun noodles, are a tasty alternative to the traditional “dry-fried” …
LETTUCE WITH OYSTER SAUCE & GARLIC Simpletonism is the name of the game when it comes to this grilled lettuce with garlic oyster sauce. After …
COCONUT BUNS (CHINESE COCKTAIL BUNS) Cocktail buns are on the blog today as part of the current Chinese bakery trend. They are also called chicken …
THE BIRD’S NEST CHINESE SEAFOOD In high-end Chinese restaurants, a dish called “Chinese seafood bird nest” has become a popular Cantonese delicacy. Weddings, the Lunar New …
FRIED RICE WITH CHINESE SAUSAGE (LOP CHEUNG CHOW FAN): A 20-MINUTE RECIPE If you’re looking for an easy midweek meal, Chinese Sausage Fried Rice (lop …
CHINESE-STYLE CRISPY FRIED FLOUNDER I grew up eating crispy fried flounder, a whole fish, in Chinese restaurants. “gaun jeen loong li” (Cantonese pronunciation) or “gan …
WHAT IS WATER SPINACH, AND HOW DO I COOK IT? One of our favorite Asian leafy greens is Chinese water spinach, or “hollow vegetable.” As …
WATERCRESS SOUP WITH PORK RIBS CHINESE STYLE (SAI YEUNG CHOY TONG) When I was a kid, my mom always made Chinese Watercress Soup with Pork …
CRISPY SKIN STUFFED TOFU Cui Pei Doufu, or crispy skin stuffed tofu, was a meal my parents usually ordered when we made the trip from …
CHEE HOU SAUCE We don’t use Chee Hou Sauce very often in our dishes, and it’s not something you’d find in the pantry of the …
BRAISED DUCK WITH TARO Restaurant menus could use a little creativity. What is it about Cantonese food that is so uniform? What is it about …
CASHEW SHRIMP STIR-FRY A classic Cantonese meal, Cashew Shrimp Stir-Fry is a crowd pleaser year after year. The shrimp and cashews are plump and crunchy, …
One of the most famous vegetable-based dishes in Chinese and Buddhist cuisine is Buddha’s delight, or lo han zhai (罗汉斋) in Mandarin, or lo han …
CHAR KWAY TEOW Char Kway Teow (also known as Char Kuey Teow) is a traditional Malaysian rice noodle dish that has also gained popularity in …
CHICKEN CHOW MEIN Chicken Chow Mein is a simple dish that everyone can prepare at home. This recipe makes delectable and nutritious chicken chow mein …
BRAISED PORK BELLY AND ARROWHEAD ROOT: CANTONESE STYLE As you might expect, my partner is a huge fan of pig belly recipes, and this Cantonese style braised …
INSTANT POT BRAISED BEEF IN CURRY This braised curry beef (咖喱牛腩) is traditionally made with a cut of meat that is unknown to most Westerners. …
WHITE SUGAR SPONGE CAKE Finally, a white sugar sponge cake recipe that has been in the works for quite some time has come to fruition. …
FRIED RICE VERMICELLI Fried Rice Vermicelli is a simple rice noodle stir-fry meal with chicken, bean sprouts, and scallion. Like portions of pasta, Noodles are …
FRIED EGGS WITH PRESERVED TURNIP Egg and preserved turnip omelet is a simple dish for Fried Eggs with Preserved Turnip. This meal is even more …
FRIED MOCHI RICE (NUO MI FAN) Rice with fried mochi (Nuo Mi Fan) is a filling and substantial Chinese dish. If you had asked me …
10 ONE-POT MEALS TO PLEASE PICKY EATERS This blog is for you if you have trouble feeding finicky eaters, and you’re looking for quick and …
LAST MINUTE MEALS It’s a place we’ve all been. To survive, you must consume food as soon as possible. In spite of the fact that …
PORK CHOW MEIN Pork Chow Mein is a traditional Cantonese noodle dish from Chinatown. Crispy egg noodles, pork, veggies, and chow mein sauce are all …
ASIAN AMERICAN THANKSGIVING RECIPES Because we are foodies, Thanksgiving is unquestionably one of our favorite celebrations of the year. Even though there are several holidays …
20-MINUTE CONGEE Shocking information! In just 20 minutes, you can prepare exquisite congee with slow-cooked flavor. I’m not referring to utilizing a pressure cooker or …
IMITATION SHARK’S FIN AND CRAB MEAT OMELETTE This is how I make a fake shark’s fin and crab meat omelet, which you can try at …
If you’ve ever had Chinese takeout, you’ll know that it doesn’t compare to this simple, home-cooked version. WHAT DOES EGG FOO YOUNG MEAN? It is …
BEEF TOFU STIR FRY The Beef Tofu Stir Fry on a Cantonese restaurant menu is one of those dishes that always beckons to me, especially …
BEEF TOMATO STIR-FRY Our family’s favorite meal at the end of the summer was this beef and tomato stir fry served with hot, steaming rice. …
CROCKPOT ASIAN BEEF STEW In a crockpot, make an easy Asian beef stew. This is a one-pot supper that is quick and delicious that can …
PORK DUMPLING SOUP It’s a hearty chicken soup with pork dumplings that are juicy and delicious. This is the most comforting soup you’ve ever had, …
PENANG CHAR HOR FUN Make this flavourful Asian dish in your own kitchen with this easy-to-follow guide. In Penang, there is a saying or myth …
BEEF CHOW FUN One of China’s best kept secrets is beef chow fun. Unfortunately, the original version is difficult to obtain, and there aren’t many …
BEEF AND PICKLED MUSTARD GREENS Cantonese home-cooked comfort food is Beef and Pickled Mustard Greens. Sweet bell peppers and velveted beef combine for an easy, …
It’s one of those recipes that delivers both warmth and enjoyment after a long day of work. One of the features of our most beloved …
This recipe for beef curry was inspired by a dish I enjoyed in Hong Kong many years ago, which is why I set out to …
Dried shrimp, fresh and dried chile, and fermented shrimp paste are all ingredients in a Malaysian-style sambal called belacan sauce. This Malaysian-Chinese condiment is as …
When it comes to Chinese cuisine, Westerners tend to prefer beef and broccoli stir-fry over jie lan or gai lan, which is a type of …