Hainanese chicken rice is a dish that was created in the southern Chinese island province of Hainan. There are many variations of this dish all over the world, but at its core, a Hainanese chicken rice recipe is simply poached chicken, served with seasoned rice, and a side of sauce. Hainanese chicken rice is aContinue reading “Hainanese Chicken Rice with Chili Sauce”
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Chinese Spaghetti Bolognese
Chinese spaghetti bolognese (焗肉酱意粉), Well it’s not an Asian dish but this dish is seen all over hong kong cafes “ cha chaan tengs” all over the world. What are Hong Kong Cafes? Hong kong cafes otherwise known as cha chaan tengs are a type of fast casual restaurant in Hong Kong that serves aContinue reading “Chinese Spaghetti Bolognese”
Crispy Sweet and Sour Pork
Sweet and sour pork is by far one of my favorite dishes to make. I absolutely love the tangyness of the sauce, combined with the crunch breading of the batter, and the juiciness of the pork rib on the inside. Getting it for takeout is a pain for me because usually the breading will beContinue reading “Crispy Sweet and Sour Pork”
Cauliflower Miso Soup
A while ago I was asked by a friend, what else can you make with miso? That question intrigued me. It just so happened that on a cold night a few nights ago, I was standing in my kitchen trying to figure out what to make with the cauliflower I had sitting in my fridge.Continue reading “Cauliflower Miso Soup”
Hong Kong Breakfast Macaroni
Thinking about what to make for breakfast can be tough. There are so many breakfast options you can make and the little humans can be so picky! But in my house, the clear breakfast favorite has always been easy macaroni soup. It’s comforting, quick, and easy, and the perfect soupy dish for a cold day.Continue reading “Hong Kong Breakfast Macaroni”
Chinese Coke Chicken Wings Recipe
Does your pantry seem depleted sometimes and it isn’t always easy to go to the store? Well I have the most simple recipe you can make at home with only 3 ingredients. That’s all you need to make this yummy, comforting, and satisfying meal. Coca cola chicken wings are a hong kong comfort food. It’sContinue reading “Chinese Coke Chicken Wings Recipe”
Singapore Black Pepper Crab
Black pepper crab is legendary in Singapore. The flavor is so unique and with its buttery spicy saucy paste that forms in a sauce that coats the fresh crab so well. Black Pepper Crab I go back to Singapore quite often when I was a kid because my family is over there. By far myContinue reading “Singapore Black Pepper Crab”
Instant Pot Chicken Congee
When I’m in a bind for something to make for lunch, I will always end up making chicken congee “鸡粥” because it hits on all 3 fronts: quick, easy, and comforting. Connor in particular loves chicken congee because he loves anything that’s soupy, and just like his mama, he LOVES chicken in any form. ThisContinue reading “Instant Pot Chicken Congee”
Chicken Lo Mein
Chicken lo mein 鸡撈麵 is one of the easiest Chinese dishes you can make at home. You really can’t mess it up. I always used to make this dish in high school when I didn’t know how to cook, but I wanted a taste of some Asian noodles. You can adjust the sauce to yourContinue reading “Chicken Lo Mein”
Vietnamese Cajun Shrimp Boil
If you are looking for an easy, fun, and delicious weeknight meal, then you’ve got to try this Cajun shrimp boil recipe! This cajun shrimp is so addicting, you’ll find yourself telling yourself multiple times that it’s time to stop eating. It is a simple dish, but it is packed with garlic-buttery flavor with justContinue reading “Vietnamese Cajun Shrimp Boil”