Pork noodles. I simply can’t live without them. This recipe doesn’t come with a grand backstory; it’s simply the classic framework of Chinese stir-fried noodles (article coming soon), adjusted to my taste and to feature pork. You’ll end up with pork noodles bursting with INTENSE flavor, and I can’t go […]
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Sichuan Beef
Today, I’m taking you to China’s Sichuan province for one of its spiciest dishes: Sichuan beef. If you didn’t know, Sichuan is a province in southwest China and home to the giant panda! Sadly, pandas aren’t edible, so instead let’s talk about the region’s famously spicy cuisine. Sichuan cooking is […]
Chicken with Hoisin Sauce
Where does this recipe come from? It’s a Chinese-inspired dish that has been Westernised and popularised by a U.S. Chinese restaurant chain. I loved the idea of serving it in lettuce wraps and have made it for guests dozens of times since. Chicken with hoisin sauce pairs the rich nuttiness […]
The BEST Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
Teriyaki chicken—and its namesake sauce—is a staple of Japanese cuisine. You can use the traditional teriyaki sauce in all kinds of recipes, from chicken to sushi to beef fritters. It’s a must, and today I’m sharing a streamlined version so you can enjoy that one-of-a-kind flavor at home. Teriyaki chicken […]
Cashew Chicken
Chicken has this wonderful property of pairing perfectly with nuts, in this case, cashews, to create the famous cashew chicken recipe If you’re not familiar with it, it’s impossible to guess the taste from just the ingredients. It’s typically one of those magical dishes that produce a deliciously complex flavor […]
Stir-fried udon with pork, garlic and cabbage
Ah, udon noodles—I have a long, beautiful love affair with these staples of Japanese cuisine. But don’t worry, this isn’t one of those sites where I tell my life story before I give you the recipe. No, no, no—this is a serious blog. Quick rundown: I cover the ingredients and […]
Crispy Chili Beef
This is one of my favorite dishes. Whenever I’m asked what I feel like eating and I’m really feeling lazy, I think ‘Crispy Chili Beef!’ Among Chinese dishes, it’s one of my favorites. Whenever I get the chance, I grab a portion, the only issue is that the quality can […]
Authentic Cantonese Fried Rice
Star of all Chinese restaurants, the secrets of Cantonese fried rice are finally revealed! Although modified to please Western palates, the recipe is traditionally extremely simple. This is one of the characteristics of Cantonese cuisine: complexity in simplicity; we achieve an apparently complex taste with basic ingredients and a very […]
Kung pao chicken – Chinese imperial chicken
Imperial chicken, also known as kung pao chicken or gong bao chicken, is a spicy stir-fried dish made with chicken, peanuts, various vegetables, and chili peppers. It is a classic dish from Sichuan cuisine, a province in southwestern China. If you didn’t know, Sichuan is a region in southwestern China […]
Sichuan-Style Caramelized Chicken
Today we’re cooking Chinese, and I’m taking you to Sichuan province for one of its spiciest dishes: Sichuan caramelized chicken. In case you didn’t know, Sichuan is a region in southwest China and the natural home of giant pandas. Sadly, they aren’t edible, so let’s talk instead about the region’s […]