An ultra-creamy, spicy udon dish with a delightful kick I’m sure it surprises no one that Udon are my thing and that I love Sichuan cuisine. While testing my Sichuan boiled beef recipe, I thought, why not do the same thing with udon? So I tweaked the recipe to create […]
A traditional, intensely aromatic Sichuan boiled beef dish, perfect for chilly winter nights Today’s recipe, Sichuan boiled beef (Shui Zhu Niu Rou/水煮牛肉), is another must-try marvel straight from the Chinese province of Sichuan. This dish is a flavour explosion that will win over your palate. I promise, it is truly […]
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 […]
For those who’ve been following me for a while, you already know I’m half American cuisine. Here on the site, I’ve already treated you to my mom’s classic American cookies (one of the blog’s most popular recipes !), cinnamon rolls, and even the Big Mac recipe. Long story short, today we’re […]
Lechon kawali, sometimes called pan-roasted pork, differs from lechon, the iconic Filipino roast pig and national dish of the Philippines. While lechon is roasted over glowing charcoal in a pit, lechon kawali is prepared by first boiling and then frying a cut of pork (usually pork belly) What is Lechon […]
If you regularly read my articles on Chinese cuisine, you’ve probably noticed I reach for Chinese five-spice often. But what exactly is this intriguing ingredient, and why does it play such a big role in Chinese cooking? Let’s dig in! What is Chinese five-spice? Five-spice, sometimes called five-flavor (wu xiang), […]
Discover an irresistibly addictive Taiwanese popcorn chicken recipe coated in an ultra-crispy, feather-light breading. These crunchy little bites are seasoned with a homemade spice mix, and the traditional marinade keeps every piece extra juicy! What is Taiwanese popcorn chicken? Taiwanese popcorn chicken, also known as “Yan Su Ji”, is a […]
Mooncakes, also known as moon cakes, are an iconic delicacy of the Mid-Autumn Festival (Moon Festival) in China. According to legend, they played a role in the 14th century rebellion against the Mongols: secret messages were hidden inside and distributed to coordinate the uprising. Today, mooncakes are filled with red […]
Sichuan-style chicken, also known as Chongqing Chicken ( 1 669e5c5e0) or Mala Chicken (9c8c3), is an iconic dish from Sichuan province in China, and is especially popular in Chongqing. Vibrantly coloured and bold in flavour, this classic has won over palates all across the country. Despite its fiery, intimidating look, […]
An incredible recipe for Thai green curry chicken, better than in a restaurant! We’re back today with a delicious Thai recipe from our contributor Céline. For those who don’t know her, that’s her gorgeous manicure featured in the photos of the quick chili oil recipe. Anyway, today we’re talking curry, […]
