Yang chow fried rice is an easy and classic Cantonese fried rice recipe. I ate this almost every week growing up because it’s a great way to use […]
Asian / Main Dish / Vegetables
Mushroom and Tofu Stir Fry
Cantonese dishes can be very heavy, with lots of breaded and deep fried meat. So when I want something lighter, I try to add in this mushroom and […]
Main Dish / Soups
One-Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup
As a busy working mom, I love meal prepping in bulk. During cold weather days, making a big pot of soup can feed my family for several days. […]
Asian / Dessert
Mung Bean Dessert Soup
I realize that the idea of a dessert soup may sound strange to some. Moreover, one containing beans may also add another layer of skepticism. But hear me […]
Asian / Main Dish
Beef Chow Fun
Beef chow fun can be found at most Cantonese restaurants. This is the dry version. There are versions that are covered in a gravy. It is a simple […]
Dessert
Easiest Apple Pie Filling
My daughter has loved cinnamon apples since she was a baby. I used to make home-made baby food for her, and cinnamon apple was her go-to. Now, she […]
Asian / Main Dish
Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Thighs
Lemongrass is an incredibly important ingredient in Vietnamese cuisine. Its fragrance helps to combat the strong aroma of meats, and is often used in marinades for Vietnamese barbecue. […]
Asian / Main Dish
Tomato Braised Spare Ribs
Sweet and sour pork is a famous Cantonese dish that has made its way into mainstream America. This tomato braised spare ribs recipe is the lighter, more homey […]
Main Dish / Summer
Lemon Herb Chicken Thighs
Lemon herb chicken thighs are a great sheet pan recipe for weekly meal prep. The marinade is zippy, lemony, and bright. Perfect with a cold salad for a […]
Main Dish / Salads / Side Dish / Vegetables
Easy Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
In the summertime when it is very hot, I crave cool foods that can be made ahead of time. That way, I can avoid cooking every day over […]
Asian / Sauces / Vegan
Spicy Peanut Sauce
The easiest spicy peanut sauce you will ever make. This is great as a dipping sauce for spring rolls, chicken satay, or just mixed into noodles. This dipping […]
Appetizer / Main Dish / Seafood
Easy Lemony Tuna Salad
One of my daughter’s favorite dishes is a good tuna salad. This is really nice kid-friendly lunch or dinner that is easy to put together. I make the […]
Breakfast / Vegan
Vegan Coconut Overnight Oats
If you are looking for extra fiber into your diet, look no further than overnight oats. They are easy, delicious, and very filling. These vegan coconut overnight oats […]
Asian / Soups
Chinese Lotus Root Pork Bone Soup
Chinese lotus root pork bone soup is one of my all-time favorites of Cantonese soups. Most Cantonese meals feature a bone-broth based soup that has been simmering for […]
Main Dish
Crispy Pork Belly Tacos
I dream about the crispy pork belly tacos at Cosecha, a fast-casual gourmet Mexican restaurant in Oakland, CA. This was part of Swan’s Market in Oakland, CA. My […]
Asian / Dessert
Snow Ear Fungus Dessert Soup
Chinese herbal medicine is all about dried herbs, fruits, and other plants being simmered for hours, creating a sweet or savory soup that is full of nutrients. Snow […]
Breakfast / Side Dish / Vegetables
Crispy Home Fries
In need of a beautiful side dish to accompany your perfectly seared steak or juicy roasted chicken? After years of trying to find the perfect home fries recipe, […]
Side Dish / Summer / Vegetables
Garlic Butter Sauteed Corn
Summer is in the air, and so is fresh, delicious corn on the cob! Corn has gotten a bad wrap lately due to the high fructose corn syrup […]
Breakfast
Zesty Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
Lemon ricotta pancakes have been all the rage at brunch spots here in the US. However, I always find myself being disappointed because I don’t usually taste much […]
Appetizer / Vegan / Vegetables
Easy Crispy Chickpeas
Crispy chickpeas are a super healthy and wonderful alternative to chips. I usually can never get my husband to eat chickpeas, but when I put these easy crispy […]
