I’ve been thinking about my wontons in peanut chili sauce but I didn’t want to wrap the wontons. What is a quicker way to get all the flavours without the extra work. Why not just make noodles? You can substitute the peanut butter with roasted sesame paste and adjust the chili oil to however much … Read More
Makes 12 Ingredients ½ pound pork tenderloin, cut into strips2 tablespoons avocado oil1 tablespoon soy sauce¼ teaspoon kosher salt¼ teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon sesame oil2 pinches ground white pepper2 cloves garlic, minced½ pound bean sprouts8½ inches x 8½ inches spring roll wrappersWater For the Marinade 1 teaspoon ShaoHsing wine½ teaspoon cornstarch½ teaspoon sesame oil¼ teaspoon kosher … Read More
I was recently thinking about these garlic noodles that I first tasted when we were living in San Francisco at Crustacean. It’s one of those dishes that has so much garlic, you can only partake with your other garlic-loving friends, or expand your personal space post-meal. Makes 4-6 servings Ingredients 1 pound spaghettini or yellow … Read More
Honey beef is a combination of sweet and savoury. It’s easy to make and packed with flavour. The sauce is perfect to have with steaming hot rice. Makes 3-4 servings Ingredients 1 pound sirloin tip steak or beef flank steak, ⅛ inch slices3-4 tablespoons avocado or canola oil½ ounce fresh ginger (1 inch knob), bruised1 … Read More
This is another one of those dishes that my siblings and I would fight over who got to “lick” the plate. Recalling the times I was triumphant and claimed the last bit of sauce with a scoop of rice warms my competitive spirit. Makes 4 servings Ingredients 1 pound lean ground pork1 tablespoon soy sauce1 … Read More
Dumplings are delicious anytime. At Chinese New Year they are served as a sign of wealth and prosperity since they resemble the ancient Chinese currency, ingots. We usually prefer pork dumplings but these vegetable dumplings are pretty yummy even without meat! Makes approximately 4 dozen Ingredients 5 dried shiitake mushrooms6 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided2 tablespoons … Read More
One of my favourite things at the Cheesecake Factory is their salad menu. But I have to say, when I see the ingredient list for Chinese Chicken Salad, it makes me cringe a little. Nothing against the Cheesecake Factory. I really like the Cheesecake Factory but I think I can make a better Chinese chicken … Read More
This is a shortcut for when you want a delicious bowl of Vietnamese beef noodle soup and you don’t want to go out. A bowl of pho today is about $16-20. You can make enough for the whole family for about the same amount with this recipe. This was the food of my 20s when … Read More
This is the best way to eat green beans. My daughter doesn’t usually like green beans but she will eat these. It’s one of our favourite dishes to order when eating at a Chinese restaurant but it’s quick and easy to make at home. By keeping the basic sauces on hand, you’ll always be ready … Read More