What is sweet and sour sauce? Call it what you will, sometimes it’s called sweet and sour sauce, sometimes it’s called sour-sweet sauce. Whatever the case, it always leaves a memorable impression, or rather, an unforgettable taste. An almost universally appreciated sauce, it readily accompanies savory dishes and comes in […]
Japchae, what is it? Japchae is a traditional Korean dish made with translucent sweet potato noodles, vegetables, and meat. Koreans often prepare it for special occasions, for example, on New Year’s Day, as it is said to bring good luck for the year ahead. It is also often served as […]
What is tteokbokki ? Tteokbokki (떡볶이) is a very popular Korean street food dish made of soft rice cakes cooked in a sweet and spicy sauce based on Korean red chili paste, also called gochujang. It’s often found at Korean barbecues accompanied by bulgogi beef Tteokbokki, also written as ddukbokki […]
Today, I’m sharing the recipe for one of the most requested dim sum dishes: Har Gow, also called Ha Kao or Ha Cao—the famous crystal-skinned steamed shrimp dumplings. Now, before we get to the heart of the matter, a quick word of warning: Har Gow are hard to make—really, truly […]
Hunan beef is a term commonly used by Chinese people but hardly ever in our regions. In fact, I’m afraid it might not work well for search engine optimization on Google since absolutely NO ONE types “Hunan Beef” or “Cumin Beef” in their browser, haha. Too bad for them, it’s […]
If you enjoyed the caramelized pork, you’ll love the caramelized beef. It’s a sweet combination of the best flavors in cooking: sugar, salt, and fat. This is my latest culinary exploration of Asian caramels: the art of making a caramel sauce combined with a salty Asian sauce and faaaaat. The […]
A delicious kimchi recipe for authentic flavors at home Perhaps the best-known staple in Korean cuisine, kimchi has taken the healthy-eating world by storm. But what exactly is kimchi, and why is it so popular? In this article, I’ll share its story, how to use it, and how it became […]
Ginger chicken holds a special place in my heart. I don’t know if it’s because I’m addicted to caramelized chicken in any form, or the gentle note that fresh ginger brings to it. In short, this Chinese classic is simply delicious. The sliced ginger chicken will surprise those who usually […]
Sushi lovers, take note! Did you think the secret to great sushi was all about the quality of the fish? Think again! Sushi rice—this magical ingredient—is the real hero that brings out the flavor in this iconic Japanese dish. Join me on this culinary adventure as I reveal the secrets […]
Attention sushi lovers, this article is for you! The undisputed star of Japanese cuisine is the world-famous sushi, but have you heard of its close cousin, temaki? This dish uses the same ingredients as sushi, but in the form of a… cone. That makes it the perfect choice for homemade […]
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