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.
Cucumber Salad (Liang Ban Huang Gua)
A classic Chinese cold dish featuring crisp cucumbers tossed in a garlicky vinegar dressing. Refreshing, tangy, and slightly spicy, it's a perfect palate cleanser or side dish for any meal, incredibly easy and quick to prepare.
Stir-fried Seasonal Vegetables
Stir-fried Seasonal Vegetables is a colorful, refreshing, and nutritious home-style dish. Using fresh seasonal vegetables, it is quickly blanched and stir-fried to preserve their natural flavors and crisp texture. Simple yet delicious, it suits all ages.
Oyster Sauce Lettuce
A quick and easy Cantonese home-style dish. Blanched lettuce is topped with a savory oyster sauce glaze, resulting in a crisp, tender texture and umami-rich taste that's slightly sweet. Ready in 5 minutes, it's a refreshing dish for summer meals.
Stir-Fried Water Spinach with Garlic (Suan Rong Kong Xin Cai)
Garlic Water Spinach is a classic Chinese home-style dish. Bright green water spinach is quickly stir-fried with fragrant minced garlic over high heat, locking in freshness and crispness. Simple, quick, and utterly satisfying.
Hand-Torn Cabbage (Shou Si Bao Cai)
Hand-torn cabbage is a classic Hunan dish. Tearing the cabbage leaves by hand creates uneven edges that better soak up the sauce. Quickly stir-fried with dried chilies and Sichuan peppercorns, it delivers a tangy, spicy, and refreshing crunch that's simply addictive.
Blanched Choy Sum (Cai Xin)
Blanched Choy Sum is a classic quick Cantonese dish. By simply blanching in boiling water, it retains the freshest flavor of the vegetable. Light but not bland, served with dipping sauce, it’s refreshing and healthy.
Garlic Water Spinach (Stir-fried)
Crisp green water spinach quickly stir-fried with golden garlic over high heat to lock in its crunch and vibrant color. A fragrant and refreshing side dish that's incredibly simple yet full of flavor.
Hand-Torn Cabbage (Shou Si Bao Cai)
A classic Hunan dish, hand-torn cabbage is crisp and refreshing, stir-fried with dried chilies and Sichuan peppercorns, creating a perfect balance of sour, spicy, and savory flavors. Quick and easy, yet incredibly satisfying.
Di San Xian (Three Fresh Vegetables)
Di San Xian is a classic home-style dish from Northeast China, featuring potatoes, eggplants, and green peppers. After quick frying, they are stir-fried in a savory-sweet sauce, resulting in shiny, tender, and incredibly delicious bites that perfectly complement steamed rice.
Pan-fried Chive Boxes (Chinese Chive Pies)
Golden, crispy pastry filled with a savory mixture of Chinese chives and scrambled eggs. These pan-fried delights are a classic Northern Chinese snack, perfect for breakfast or a hearty afternoon bite. Easy to replicate at home.
Dry-Fried Green Beans (Sichuan Style)
Classic Sichuan dry-fried green beans with a charred, chewy texture and spicy, numbing flavor. The beans are blister-fried until wrinkled and tender, then tossed with dried chilies and Sichuan peppercorns for an irresistibly addictive dish.
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
A classic Italian pasta dish seasoned simply with garlic, olive oil, and red pepper flakes. Simple yet full of flavor.