Dry-Fried Green Beans (Sichuan Style)
A classic Sichuan home-style dish, the beans are dry-fried until blistered and tender, then tossed with chilies and Sichuan peppercorns for a numbing-spicy flavor.
Beijing-Style Lotus Root Slices with Fermented Tofu Sauce
Crisp lotus root slices stir-fried with a savory fermented tofu sauce, creating a deliciously salty and slightly sweet dish that pairs perfectly with rice.
Pan-fried Eggplant Slices
Crispy on the outside, tender inside, savory with garlic-soy sauce, easy and quick, simply irresistible.
Tiger Skin Fermented Tofu (Hu Pi Mao Dou Fu)
Tiger Skin Fermented Tofu is a traditional Anhui dish. The fermented tofu is pan-fried until golden and wrinkled like tiger skin, crispy outside and tender inside, savory with a hint of spice.
Soy-Braised Han Mushrooms
Han mushrooms are thick and meaty. Braised in soy sauce, they turn glossy and flavorful, a delicious and nutritious vegetarian dish.
Oil-Drizzled Spicy Numbing Water Bamboo (You Chi Ma La Jiao Bai)
Fresh water bamboo shoots dressed in a fiery, numbing oil sauce, creating a refreshing and addictive cold appetizer.
酱烧冬瓜条
Tender winter melon strips in a rich savory sauce, perfectly balanced between salty and sweet. A simple yet flavorful home-style vegetable dish.
Braised Spring Bamboo Shoots
Tender spring bamboo shoots braised to a glossy red-brown color, savory with a touch of sweetness, a must-have seasonal dish on spring tables.
Hupao Vegetarian Ham
A traditional Hangzhou vegetarian dish, shaped like a ham, made from tofu skin wrapped with vegetables, steamed and pan-fried, with a savory and chewy texture.
Ban Yue Chen Jiang (Half-Moon Sinking in the River)
A celebrated vegetarian soup from Nanputuo Temple in Xiamen. The clear golden broth features gluten pieces shaped like half-moons, replete with angelica herb aroma. Delicately nourishing and poetic.
Braised Snow Fungus with Vegetables
A refreshing and savory vegetarian dish with tender snow fungus and assorted vegetables, rich in texture and nutrition, a healthy staple for any table.
Zha Guan Chang (Fried Starch Sausage)
A classic Beijing street snack with crispy exterior and savory flavor. Slices of starch sausage fried golden, served with a tangy garlic vinegar dip. Irresistibly crunchy.
Stir-fried Silver Sprouts with Chive Blossoms
Crisp silver sprouts and aromatic chive blossoms come together in this quick stir-fry, a taste of spring that is both simple and delicious.
Soft Braised Tofu
Soft Braised Tofu is a classic Shandong dish. The tofu is tender and flavorful, with a bright red glaze, savory with a hint of sweetness. Perfect with rice.
Coral Gold Hook
A classic Chinese vegetarian dish featuring crisp mung bean sprouts stir-fried with red chili strips, creating a coral-like color. Tangy and slightly spicy, it awakens the appetite.
Braised Gluten with Mixed Vegetables (Shao Luo Han Mian Jin)
Shao Luo Han Mian Jin is a classic Shandong vegetarian dish made with hand-made wheat gluten, shiitake mushrooms, and bamboo shoots. Deep-fried then braised, it's soft, juicy, and rich in savory sauce. A true delicacy among vegetable dishes that will leave you craving more.
Vegetarian Ham (Su Huo Tui)
Vegetarian ham is a classic plant-based dish, made from dried tofu skin through seasoning, rolling, steaming, and optional smoking. It boasts a red-brown color, clear layers, a firm chewy texture, and a savoury aroma with a subtle smoky hint. Perfect as a cold appetizer or added to stir-fries, this is a must-try for vegan diners.
Deep-Fried Tofu Balls
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these deep-fried tofu balls are golden and alluring. The savory tofu perfectly complements the natural sweetness of vegetables, each bite bringing pure joy. A simple home-style dish that leaves a lasting impression.
Vegetarian 'Roast Duck' (Su Guo Kao Ya)
This classic Chinese vegetarian dish uses tofu skin to wrap a savory five-spice filling. Steamed then pan-fried until crispy, it mimics the flavor and texture of roast duck—a true showstopper for vegetarians.
Smacked Cucumber
Smacked cucumber is a classic Chinese cold dish, known for its refreshing crunch and tangy, spicy flavor. Cucumbers are smashed with a knife blade, then tossed with garlic, vinegar, soy sauce, and chili oil for a quick, addictive appetizer.