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Bean sprouts stir-fry with garlic (easy Chinese recipe)

As a child in a typical Cantonese household, bean sprouts stir-fry was a staple dish at our dining table. My mother would prepare it differently, from stir-frying soybean sprouts with meat to simply sautéing mung bean sprouts with garlic. However, as time passed, I stopped making these simple dishes for a long while. Recently, I …

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Honey garlic pork chops (easy Chinese recipe)

I like honey garlic pork chops with deep savoriness and enticing aromas. I paired these succulent pork chops with simple stir-fried vegetables and served them on top of a fluffy bed of white rice, a perfect weekday meal. Preparing the honey garlic pork chops requires minimal effort, and the best part is you can make …

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Ginger chicken stir-fry- quick and easy 30-minute recipe

This quick and easy ginger chicken stir-fry can be prepared in just fifteen minutes. You only need chicken meat and a few common Cantonese ingredients and seasonings, which are likely readily available in most household kitchen pantries. The ginger chicken stir-fry can easily stand as the main dish. In Chinese households, it is commonly served …

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Chicken and cashew stir-fry (Asian-style recipe)

If you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal bursting with flavor, this Asian-style chicken and cashew stir-fry recipe is your ideal choice. I like chicken and cashew stir-fry because it is a balanced protein, fiber, and vegetable meal. The tender chunks of chicken thighs meat are stir-fried with crunchy cashews and colorful veggies, …

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Sichuan beef noodles soup- How to make spicy noodles with bold flavor

Ever since I tasted this irresistible Sichuan beef noodles soup at a Chinese restaurant years ago, I’ve been hooked on its addictive flavor.  Unlike the subtle flavor of Cantonese cuisine, Sichuan food is known for the use of bold spiciness and the distinctive kick of Sichuan peppercorns, which leave a numbing sensation on the tongue.  …

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Cumin lamb- Spice up your dinner with this Xinjiang-style recipe

Indulge in the flavors of this Xinjiang-style cumin lamb recipe, where succulent pieces of lamb are infused with bold cumin flavor. Originating from the Chinese Muslim community, this dish has gained widespread popularity across the globe. Unlike traditional stir-fries that rely on thickening sauces, this recipe utilizes the authentic dry-fry method known as “gan bian/干煸.” …

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BBQ pork fried rice with Char Siu (easy Chinese recipe)

I use my homemade Char Siu to prepare perfectly cooked BBQ pork fried rice! This dish is bursting with flavor and carries the delightful wok aroma, which I eagerly anticipate despite using a portable gas stove with moderate heat. Accomplishing this with such a small stove is truly satisfying. During my two-month stay in New …

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Air fryer fried rice- How it stacks up against the wok?

Having recently purchased an air fryer, I’m eager to explore how to put it to full use. One particular recipe that caught my eye is the air fryer fried rice.  Can the air fryer effectively replace my trusty cast iron wok when frying rice? It will be fascinating to compare the results and see how …

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Reverse sear chicken breast- How to make the chicken moist and tender

My family devours my reverse sear chicken breast in record time! This recipe is a keeper, and I am happy to share it with you. I understand that chicken breasts tend to become tough if overcooked. Therefore, I’ve experimented with various methods to make them tender and succulent, including coating them with flour and breadcrumbs …

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