Add more greens and variety to your meal with an easy stir-fry water spinach dish. It is fresh, tasty, and full of essential nutrients that you’ll love. On top of that, this leafy dish can be prepared in less than 15 minutes! It is the fastest side dish to prepare for your main dish. What … Read more
Chinese five spice (五香粉) is a traditional Chinese powder that adds sweet, sour, salty, and bitter flavors to a dish. It is typically made with five spices: Star anise (八角), Chinese cinnamon (肉桂), Fennel seeds (小茴香), Szechuan peppercorns (花椒), and Cloves (丁香). You get the licorice taste from star anise, earthy flavors from cinnamon and … Read more
If you love Chinese food, you may have come across black bean dishes. These dishes are typically cooked with fermented black soybeans, which are completely different from regular black beans. In this guide, we dive into what Chinese fermented black beans are and how to use them in Chinese dishes. Moreover, you will learn about … Read more
If you love Chinese and seafood, I recommend clams in black bean sauce. It is a different take on stir-fried clams with the Chinese staple black bean sauce. This dish is pungent, salty, and savory, ready in just 20 minutes! Here’s everything you need to know about this delicious dish: All About Clams In Black … Read more
Black bean sauce is a popular fermented Chinese ingredient for stir-fried dishes. It is potent, pungent, salty, savory, and earthy, which makes it ideal for pairing with various sweet and spicy dishes. You can use this sauce in numerous recipes, including stir-fried tofu, grilled chicken, fish, and green beans, to name a few. Make your … Read more
Elevate your fish with Chinese black bean sauce. This fish in black bean sauce recipe is easy to prepare that only requires marinating and steaming. Make this dish in 30 minutes, and you will have an authentic homemade Chinese dish to enjoy. It is savory, salty, and peppery, best enjoyed over steamed rice. What Is Black … Read more
Salt and pepper recipes are among the most popular dishes in Chinese cuisine. From salt and pepper potatoes to salt and pepper tofu, there are countless ways to use the ever-famous Chinese salt and pepper seasoning. If you love salt and pepper dishes, I recommend making your own with my homemade restaurant-style salt and pepper squid … Read more
Chinese salt and pepper pork is a delicious dish made with strips of pork butt cooked in under 30 minutes. It is marinated with a savory sauce and sauteéd with seasonings and the key ingredient – Chinese salt and pepper seasoning. This dish is a favorite in Chinese cuisine, a popular Chinese takeout, and a … Read more
No chopping, dipping, or marinating is needed. Salt and pepper potato is a no-fuss recipe that only requires steaming and sautéeing the potatoes with seasonings. You only need 4 ingredients: small potatoes, Chinese salt and pepper seasoning, white sesame seeds, and green onions. It’s the perfect afternoon snack or side dish for just about anything. … Read more
If you are looking for a healthy snack or sumptuous meal, you can never go wrong with crispy salt and pepper tofu. Whether you decide to deep fry, pan fry, or air fry the tofu, every bite is satisfyingly crunchy with its delightful seasonings. What makes this dish stand out is the aromatic and flavorful … Read more