Hoisin sauce is a deeply aromatic, slightly spicy sauce often used in Asian vegetable stir-fries, marinades, and grilled dishes. It’s a key ingredient in many Chinese dishes and some Vietnamese recipes. It’s also known as Chinese barbecue sauce. What is hoisin sauce? Hoisin sauce is a condiment made from fermented […]
Cantonese fried rice is already a straightforward dish, and you can find my classic Cantonese fried rice recipe right here. But sometimes even that feels like too much work, and we just want a super-quick meal with zero fuss. This dish is a staple of Chinese cuisine, and its variations […]
The ultimate chicken stir-fried noodles recipe, guaranteed to outshine any restaurant! These quick chicken stir-fried noodles feature Japanese udon noodles, crisp vegetables, and boneless chicken thighs. Everything is stir-fried in a flavorful sauce made from soy sauce and oyster sauce. It’s ready in about 20 minutes and is a great […]
We’re continuing our exploration of Korean cuisine with these irresistible chicken tenders. Gochujang, soy sauce, and honey strike a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and spicy. They’re seriously addictive. You can easily adjust the spice level to taste. Ingredients for Spicy Korean Chicken Tenders
Scallion oil is a very, very traditional dish that is quite unknown here. The reason is that many Chinese restaurants jealously guard this secret… but why? Well, it’s THE SECRET to quick, delicious, and extremely inexpensive noodles. In fact, I guarantee that by using this condiment, you’ll be blown away […]
These noodles are wonderfully simple—once the “scallion oil” (aka scallion sauce) is ready, you can whip them up in minutes. Honestly, this is one of my favorite dishes. Because it’s quick and unfussy, it’s perfect to throw together for a weekday lunch. And that scallion oil isn’t really an oil—it’s […]
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 […]
Skip the premade tenders at McDonald’s or Burger King. Asian cuisine has a far better version – same idea, just tastier. First, the chicken is marinated in punchy, penetrating ingredients that load it with flavor while keeping it tender. Garlic comes in two stages: fresh in the marinade – it […]
Rice, eggs, butter, and garlic. On paper, this yellow rice with butter and garlic is sure to win over plenty of people! Inspired by Chinese cuisine and, more specifically, Taiwanese cooking (hence the butter), this recipe is not only quick and easy but also looks incredibly appetizing thanks to the […]
Caramelized chicken with garlic and honey is not only super delicious but very, very sexy when presented over rice. ThisChinese-inspired recipe doesn’t take long to make, and looks restaurant-worthy too! Ideal for impressing a date or stuffing your face in style. Yes, you’ll have noticed the presence of ketchup, I […]
