Hailing from the cold reaches of Northeast China, Suan Cai is a culinary masterclass in patience and preservation, transforming humble Napa cabbage into a tart, crunchy, and umami-...
Chinese Recipes
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This classic East Asian comfort dish transforms humble blocks of tofu into succulent morsels that have soaked up a deeply savory, mahogany-hued sauce. The combination of meaty drie...
West Lake Dragon Well Shrimp (Longjing Xiaren)
A crown jewel of Hangzhouβs culinary heritage, this elegant dish marries the delicate sweetness of fresh river shrimp with the nutty, floral notes of premium Longjing (Dragon Well)...
Beef Chow Fun is the quintessential test of a Cantonese chef's skill, celebrated for its 'wok hei' or 'breath of the wok.' This classic dish features silky wide rice noodles, tende...
Hailing from the lakeside city of Wuxi, these soup dumplings are the richer, sweeter cousins of the famous Shanghai version. They are characterized by a slightly larger size, a dee...
A cornerstone of Zhejiang (Zhe) cuisine, this classic dish celebrates the arrival of spring with tender, crisp bamboo shoots bathed in a rich, savory-sweet glaze. Known as 'You Men...
Hailing from the misty mountains of Yunnan, this legendary dish is a testament to the beauty of simplicity and the unique physics of the Jianshui clay steam pot. Unlike traditional...
Zen Garden Buddha's Delight (Luohan Zhai)
Traditionally served by Buddhist monks, Buddha's Delight is a masterpiece of textures and earthy umami flavors. This dairy-free classic celebrates the purity of plant-based ingredi...
Zesty Golden Citrus Orange Chicken
This iconic Chinese-American staple elevates the humble orange to a culinary star, balancing vibrant acidity with a deep, savory sweetness. Each piece of chicken is double-fried to...
Transport your kitchen to the bustling coastal markets of Ningbo with this classic Zhejiang delicacy. This dish celebrates the 'Xian' (fresh/umami) philosophy of Zhe cuisine, balan...
Zhejiang-Style Red-Braised Goose (Jiangnan Shi-Zi E)
A crown jewel of Zhejiang's 'Zhe' cuisine, this braised goose is celebrated for its deep mahogany glaze and the complex balance of savory, sweet, and aromatic spices. Unlike duck, ...
A cornerstone of Zhejiang home cooking, this dish is a masterclass in the 'umami' profile known in China as 'Xian'. The funky, fermented depth of premium salted fish melts into suc...
A crown jewel of Zhejiang cuisine, these ribs are a masterclass in the 'Zhe' culinary philosophy of balancing delicate sweetness with a profound savory depth. Unlike the bright red...