Teochew Chinese-style steamed fish is a flavorful dish with a savoury, tangy, and umami-rich broth. Teochew style steam fish incorporates preserved vegetables (salted mustard greens), sour plums, mushrooms, and ginger. I add a twist to this recipe by adding meehoon. What fish can I use? You can use pomfret, seabass, Read more…
This Steamed Tofu with Eggs is so simple yet very delicious. The steamed tofu and egg is paired with classic fragrant shallot/garlic oil with light soy sauce. What tofu should I use? Recommend to use silken/soft tofu. Chef’s Tips Use warm water to get a softer egg texture. Tilt the Read more…
Dad taught me how to make this delicious fish porridge. The porridge has simple flavors, infused with the natural sweetness and umami from the fish. The fish is first pan-fried to bring out its fragrance before being mixed into the porridge. Garnish with ginger and spring onion, then season with Read more…
This Steamed Chicken with Ginger Paste dish is often served at restaurants. However, it is very easy to make with minimal ingredients.
Hainanese Chicken Rice is a classic dish – Tender, poached chicken served with fragrant rice, accompanied by a light, aromatic broth and dipping sauces. Traditionally, the chicken is poached separately, and the rice is cooked with chicken broth. But today, I’m sharing a simpler, one-pot version made in a rice Read more…
Chinese chives and egg omelette is a simple and comforting dish that we often make at home. It’s quick, delicious, and only requires a few basic ingredients. The combination of fluffy eggs and fragrant garlic chives makes this a perfect side dish to complement any meal. Can I Substitute the Read more…
Lotus Root with Peanut Soup (莲藕花生汤) is a classic Chinese soup that’s both nourishing and delicious. This slow-simmered soup is packed with earthy flavors from the lotus root, nuttiness and sweetness from the peanuts, and a rich umami flavor from the dried squid and oysters. There are many variations of Read more…
Texture and Taste This dish is simple yet full of flavor. The minced pork is tender and juicy, while the French beans add a natural sweetness and a satisfying crunch. The garlic gives a fragrant aroma, and the light soy sauce and oyster sauce add a savory, umami taste. A Read more…
Steaming Eggs is a classic method to cook eggs for Chinese Cuisine. For this recipe, I added Chicken Essence for added nutrients and to improved texture. Nutritious and healthy dish – Chicken essence helps to boost energy. When I’m feeling tired and lethargic, I’ll drink one bottle of chicken essence Read more…
This Steamed Tofu with Dried Scallops is another easy and delicious Chinese Style Steamed Tofu Recipe. The sauce has the natural umami sweetness from dried scallops and pairs very well with tofu. Do try it! WHAT IS DRIED SCALLOPS? Dried scallops are made by drying fresh scallops. In Chinese, they Read more…