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 / 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Main Dish
Low Carb Lasagna
Traditional lasagna is incredibly comforting and indulgent. But as you grow older, many of us cannot have too much pasta, or the weight gain is real. Diabetes is […]
Appetizer / Main Dish
Curry Chicken Salad
If you are like me, then time is really limited and sometimes you just want something quick and easy for lunch or dinner. This is especially true for […]
Asian / Main Dish
Easiest Soy Glazed Chicken Wings
Being a working mom means most dinners and meals have to be easy easy easy. Which is why I love using the oven or toaster oven for cooking. […]
Asian / Main Dish
Addictive Vietnamese Garlic Butter Noodles
Vietnamese garlic butter noodles is one of the finest forms of Vietnamese-French fusion. Serve these with Vietnamese Spicy Garlic Shrimp and you’ve got a perfect pairing!
Breakfast / Main Dish / Seafood
Shrimp and Cheesy Grits
There are so many recipes for cajun shrimp and grits. I remember eating such delicious, flavorful, and spicy food when I visited New Orleans. The loud, bombastic flavors […]
Appetizer / Main Dish / Seafood
Gambas al Ajillo
Spanish tapas are super delicious, but can be very expensive. Also, as a working mom with a young child, it is hard to eat out at restaurants. So […]
Asian / Main Dish / Seafood / Soups
Easy Miso Hotpot
Who doesn’t love a full hotpot setup? It’s interactive, very fun. You dip and cook items as you eat. But sometimes, you don’t have the time or energy […]
Asian / Main Dish / Seafood
Steamed Fish with Black Bean Sauce
A classic Cantonese dish with fish that is easy and super fast. This steamed fish with black bean sauce will wow you with its punchy umami flavor. It […]
Appetizer / Main Dish / Seafood
Crab stuffed shrimp
I love making steakhouse classics at home. One of these classics is a crab stuffed shrimp dish, topped with buttery crispy breadcrumbs. This is definitely a luxurious dish, […]
Appetizer / Main Dish
Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
The classic meatballs in tomato sauce is an Italian-American go-to for most American families. The juiciness and richness of the meat find a nice contrast in a bright […]
