This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy. Let’s welcome the Mid-Autumn Festival or Mooncake Festival (on the 15th day of the 8th month of the Chinese lunisolar calendar) with chewy and soft traditional Cantonese mooncakes. In this mooncake version, it is stuffed with a buttery egg yolk and lotus paste filling. … Read more
Looking for an easy-to-make candy to munch on? Try this sweet candied kumquats recipe using only three simple ingredients: kumquats, rock sugar, and granulated sugar. It‘s not just a candy for nibbling, but an excellent add-on ingredient for various recipes, from salads to desserts and toast. What To Know About Candied Kumquats If it’s the … Read more
Have these easy-baked cookies with a green layer of matcha and bits of cranberries in the center. Baking it only takes 20 minutes and you get crunchy, oh-so-delicious matcha cookies! Just prepare 6 ingredients: butter, sugar, egg, flour, dried cranberries, and matcha powder. A Fresh Spin On Matcha Cookies If you had fun making … Read more
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy. Pancakes, crackers, meat, and vegetables—these are what you can expect with jian bing, or Chinese crepe. It is a crepe dish with a customizable filling, so you can add eggs, crispy wonton wrappers, soybean paste sauce, and your choice of meat and vegetables. Serve this … Read more
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy. Indulge in the delectable world of sweet potato mochi, where each bite offers a delightful blend of softness, stickiness, and sweetness. This beloved treat is cherished by both adults and children alike for its irresistible texture and satisfying taste. What is sweet potato mochi? For … Read more
Savor the delightful Pumpkin Mantou, blending tradition with innovation. With its fluffy texture and flower-like appearance, it’s a perfect centerpiece for any occasion. Whip up a batch at home with pantry-friendly ingredients. What Is Pumpkin Mantou? Chinese steamed bun comes in many variations, including Black Sesame Steamed Buns, char siu bao, and Peach Buns. Buns with a filling … Read more
Calling all sweet tooths out there! This peanut sesame candy is a crisp and sweet treat that is super simple to make with your everyday kitchenware. The only ingredients you need are peanuts, sugar, maltose, and sesame seeds. All About Sesame Candy If you love Chinese sweets and pastries, sesame candy is a traditional Chinese … Read more
It’s creamy, buttery, and super umami! This crispy pumpkin recipe is so addicting because of the rich salted egg yolk coating. You only need 3 main ingredients: pumpkin, cornstarch, and salted egg yolk sauce. Salted Egg Pumpkin: A Quick Yummy Snack If you are running out of ideas to use pumpkin, go out of the … Read more
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy. Elevate the way you make hard-boiled eggs by turning them into Chinese tea eggs. The eggs are deeply infused in a tea and soy sauce-based sauce. With this recipe, you can create the egg‘s same authentic marble look and have it as a snack or … Read more
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy. Bak Kwa is a popular Chinese New Year snack with a delightful combination of sweet and savory. It is tender and full of flavor made with minced pork and simple marinade seasonings. It may look challenging, but making homemade pork jerky is easy with just … Read more