Dumplings, or cha gio, are a very popular and tasty appetizer. If you eat in Vietnamese restaurants, you’ve probably already tasted these wonders. After reading this article, you’ll be able to make them yourself at home! What are vietnamese fried spring rolls? Spring rolls, or nems are prepared by wrapping […]
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Chicken Gyoza
A delicious gyoza recipe with a classic Japanese chicken filling and a yuzu dipping sauce. Unsurprisingly, after my pork gyoza recipe, here comes its cousin—filled with a delicious chicken mixture—joining the beef gyoza in my recipe collection. Which cut of chicken should I use for the gyoza filling? Ah, the […]
Authentic Wonton Soup (馄饨汤)
For long, cold winter evenings, I offer you this delicious, comforting wonton soup recipe which, in addition to being authentic, is extremely easy to make. Wonton soup is one of the great classics of Chinese cuisine. Along with roast duck, beef with onions, and jiaozi, it is one of those […]
Authentic Japanese Gyoza
These traditional Japanese dumplings, known as gyoza, are juicy and crispy yet wonderfully tender; their flavor will please even the most discerning palate Ah, gyoza! Who can resist these bite sized Japanese dumplings that have taken the world by storm? Even if you are new to Asian cooking, you have […]
Homemade Gyoza Wrappers (餃子の皮) – From Scratch
The preparation of gyoza, these delicious Japanese dumplings, is an art that deserves our full attention. Today, we’ll dive into the heart of Japanese culinary tradition with a gyoza dough recipe that will delight even the most discerning. Whether used for chicken gyoza, beef gyoza, or even pork This is […]
Authentic Wakame Salad (Japanese Seaweed Salad)
Wakame salad is a seaweed dish that originated in Japanese cuisine. Wakame (Undaria pinnatifida) is an edible, nutritious seaweed that is widely consumed across East Asia, particularly in Japan, Korea, and China. The earliest traces of wakame consumption date back several centuries. Historians believe the Japanese began cultivating and eating […]
Quick Soy-Braised Mushrooms
Not all mushrooms have to be sautéed in a flash. They are just as delicious when braised, especially when you simmer them the Chinese way as we do here. This technique, known as “red cooking,” is widely practiced in China, often with pork. By the way, I have a delicious […]
Xiao Long Bao – Chinese Soup Dumplings (小笼包)
Xiaolongbao (小笼包), also known as Chinese soup dumplings, are a type of dim sum often hailed as the pinnacle of culinary perfection. This dish is a true gastronomic treasure that blends tradition and craftsmanship. This specialty, which proudly symbolizes the cuisine of the Jiangnan region in China, has earned unmatched […]
Authentic Siu Mai (烧卖) – Chinese Dim Sum Dumplings
Siu mai, also called xiu mai or “bouchons” on Réunion Island, are one of my favorite dim sum dishes. Why? Easy to fold and deliciously juicy—I eat them by the dozen without getting a stomachache afterward. That’s what I call having your cake and eating it too. What are siu […]
Authentic Crispy Fried Wontons (炸云吞)
This fried wonton recipe yields delicious wonton or wantan dumplings filled with minced pork, mushrooms, and other savory seasonings. They are then fried until golden and crispy. In short, a guaranteed hit for an authentic Chinese appetizer! How to Make Fried Wontons? It’s surprisingly easy and fun to make your […]