The classic Thai green papaya salad: crisp, vibrant, and sweet-and-sour. Walk down any bustling street in Thailand and you will almost certainly hear the steady thud of wooden pestles hitting clay mortars as vendors whip up their own versions of som tam, each finished with a lip-smacking sweet-and-sour dressing. The […]
What is choy sum? Choy sum, also known as “yu choy” or “yu choy sum”, is a leafy green from the cabbage family. In this article we simply call it Chinese cabbage, but the name “choy sum” literally means “vegetable heart”. It is one of many varieties of Chinese cabbage, […]
Bánh Cuốn make the perfect warm-weather dish! These delightfully light Vietnamese rice rolls are filled with a simple, savory pork mixture. Serve them fresh with plenty of crisp greens and crunchy toppings for an incredible burst of flavors and textures, especially when you dip each roll into a good homemade […]
If you haven’t tried Chinese steamed spare ribs before, you’re in for a real treat. This Cantonese classic is far too rare outside Asia. It is one of my must-order dishes at any dim sum spot. You might come across versions seasoned with fermented black beans, five spice, chili oil, […]
Today we’re making a classic of Chinese cuisine: steamed pork meatballs. Native to Cantonese cooking, these little bites are fresh, light, and packed with flavor (unless ginger isn’t your thing). And because they’re steamed instead of fried, we’re kicking off the weekend with something healthier, hehe Stick to the specified […]
Shrimp pancakes, also called Chinese shrimp cakes, are a delicious starter – juicy and packed with shrimp flavour – inspired by Chinese cuisine. When I go to a Chinese restaurant, one of my favourite dim sum dishes is ha kao. However, as I explain in my recipe, they are quite […]
