Tag: holiday | Asian Cooking Mom

Jiu Cai He Zi Chinese Chive Pockets - Completed Dish

Jiu Cai He Zi (Chinese Chive Pockets)

Most families in Northern China have their own version of Chinese chive pocket pies. My version combines elements from both my mom and dad’s side of the family.


Published: March 11, 2023

Hot Pot - Enjoying together

Chinese Hot Pot (火锅 Huo Guo)

My guide to having hot pot at home. It’s great for gatherings and holidays!


Published: February 04, 2023

Ba Bao Fan - Completed Dish

Ba Bao Fan (八宝饭)

Ba Bao Fan is a Chinese dessert that families love to eat during holiday gatherings like Chinese New Year. You can prepare and freeze it beforehand to save time.


Published: January 28, 2023

How to Make Chinese New Year's Eve Dinner

How to Make Chinese New Year’s Eve Dinner

Here are my recommended dishes (with recipes) for making Chinese New Year’s Eve dinner!


Published: January 21, 2023

Chili Bean Whole Fish (Striped Bass) - Completed Dish

Chili Bean Whole Fish (Striped Bass) (豆瓣全鱼 Dou Ban Quan Yu)

Symbolizing beginnings and endings as well as prosperity, a whole fish is always part of a Chinese New Year reunion dinner. I made this version for our New Year cerebration this year!


Published: February 13, 2021

Pear meatballs - completed dish

Pearl Meatballs (珍珠丸子 Zhen Zhu Wan Zi)

These pearl meatballs not only look adorable with their glistening hue, but also taste great with their juicy and light texture.


Published: January 23, 2021