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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

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

Braised Pork Spareribs with Bitter Melon - Completed Dish

Braised Pork Spareribs with Bitter Melon (排骨焖苦瓜 Pai Gu Men Ku Gua)

This has a wonderfully complex umami taste from the spareribs and bitter melon. It’s a great dish even if you don’t like bitter melon!


Published: November 19, 2022

Eggplant Braised Noodles - Completed Dish

Eggplant Braised Noodles (茄子焖面 Qie Zi Men Mian)

Quick one-bowl noodle dish. Try these eggplant braised noodles if you’re short on time!


Published: September 10, 2022

Braised Suffed Shiitake - completed dish

Braised Stuffed Shiitake Mushrooms (红烧香菇酿 Hong Shao Xiang Gu Niang)

These stuffed mushrooms taste great, look super fancy, and are actually quite easy to make!


Published: February 12, 2022

Onions with Pork Julienne - Completed Dish

Onions with Pork Julienne (洋葱炒肉丝)

This is my father-in-law’s favorite go-to recipe. The onion’s sweetness complements the pork julienne’s umami and savory flavor. It pairs extremely well with rice.


Published: January 01, 2022