Yes, you read that right. In China, in Japan, and across most of Asia, glutamate is sprinkled just like table salt. And with good reason! It is delicious and absolutely safe; I invite you to read my article about MSG. Back home, people tend to fall into three camps: The […]
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Yan Mian (腌面) – Hakka Fried Garlic Noodles
What are Yan Mian noodles? Originating in Meizhou, Hakka noodles—also known as Yan Mian (literally, marinated noodles)—are a traditional Chinese dish that has swept across Asia and become a global culinary favorite. Yan Mian noodles stand out for their harmonious, savory blend of flavors: crispy fried garlic, seasoned fish sauce, […]
Dan Dan Noodles – Authentic Spicy Sichuan (担担面)
What Are Dan Dan Noodles? Dan Dan Mian, sometimes dubbed the Tinder of Sichuan cuisine, sets off fireworks from the first bite. In this quick culinary match, the bold, spicy soul of Sichuan pairs with a bowl of tender wheat noodles. Dan Dan noodles mix wheat noodles, soy sauce, sesame […]
Authentic Chinese Beef Fried Rice (炒饭)
🥢 Hello, curious food lovers! Get ready to be transported to the heart of Shanghai’s bustling streets without leaving the comfort of your kitchen. Ready to take on this challenge? Come on, put on your most flamboyant apron, take out your best wok, and get ready to play with fire […]
Authentic Japanese Miso Soup (味噌汁) with Dashi
A recipe proposed by Leo from the Japandelice channel, specialized in Japanese cuisine. Today, I want to talk to you about miso soup, this soup that’s so comforting after a tiring day that it becomes difficult to do without once you’ve adopted it. But I have unfortunately noticed that some […]
Beef and Cheese Yakitori Skewers
This delicious beef and cheese yakitori skewer recipe will take your appetizers to the next level. Many of you have asked me for this recipe, and your wish is my command! Inspired by Japanese cuisine, it will delight you. During my research, I noticed that many creators add touches such […]
Authentic Nasi Goreng: Indonesian Fried Rice with Vegetables
Nasi Goreng is roughly the Indonesian version of fried rice. In addition to kecap manis, the ubiquitous sweet soy sauce of the country, terasi (Indonesian shrimp paste) is what distinguishes nasi goreng from other fried rice variants you’ll see in other countries. Terasi is an umami bomb that permeates both […]
Som Tam – Easy Green Papaya Salad
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 […]
Thai Holy Basil Chicken Stir-Fry (Pad Kra Pao)
This Thai dish is wildly popular and is known in French under many names: Pad Kra Pao, Pad Ka Prao, Pad Ka Pow, Pad Krapow… etc. “Pad gaprao” is the closest phonetic spelling, yet it is the least common because even most Thais mispronounce it to begin with! Whatever you […]
Spicy Chinese Chicken – Cumin & Chili Stir-Fry
You + me + my recipes = one marvel that is unbelievably easy to make 😍 Inspired by Chinese cuisine, this recipe needs only a quick stir-fry, then a round of “quick frying” (the same technique used for chili oil), and voila, the dish is ready to hit the table […]