Zao Men Qiang (Drunken Pork Tongue)
A classic Shanghai cold dish where pork tongue is marinated in fermented rice wine sauce, resulting in a tender, crisp texture with rich wine aroma, perfect as an appetizer with drinks.
Wine Lees-Marinated Pig Trotters (Zao Zhu Zhua)
This Shanghai-style cold dish features pig trotters braised until tender, then soaked in aromatic wine lees brine, creating a savory and slightly sweet flavor perfect for summer appetizers.
Sour and Spicy Shredded Squid
Sour, spicy, tender, and chewy shredded squid with colorful peppers – a quick homestyle dish that awakens your appetite.
Crispy Potato Phoenix Tail Prawns
Golden crispy potato shreds wrap tender prawns, creating an irresistible appetizer with a delightful crunch.
Cantonese-Style Braised Duck Wings
A classic Cantonese braised dish, duck wings are slow-cooked in a fragrant master stock, yielding tender, flavor-packed meat with a glossy dark red hue. Perfect as an appetizer or tapas.
Crab Style Egg Soup (Sai Xie Geng)
A creative egg soup mimicking crab flavor, with silky egg ribbons resembling crab meat, rich aroma, smooth texture, and a hint of sourness, delightfully comforting.
Laver and Raw Crab Salad
A classic Chaoshan cold dish combining marinated raw crab with seaweed, offering a fresh, sweet, and smooth taste—perfect for summer appetizers.
Hakka Drunken Clams
A classic Hakka stir-fry featuring tender clams drenched in a fragrant rice wine sauce with ginger, garlic, and chili — an irresistible appetizer.
Wuyi Smoked Goose
A traditional dish from Mount Wuyi, the goose is smoked with tea leaves and glutinous rice, giving it a golden, crispy skin, tender juicy meat, and a unique smoky aroma that lingers.
Phoenix Tail Shrimp
Large shrimp with tails on, coated in egg and breadcrumbs, deep-fried to golden perfection. Crispy outside, tender and juicy inside. Great as a party dish.
Crystal Pork Trotter Terrine
A crystal clear pork trotter jelly, smooth and refreshing, rich but not greasy, a classic cold dish from Zhenjiang, Jiangsu. Best served with shredded ginger and vinegar dip.
Crispy Fried Chicken (Xiangsu Ji)
Golden crispy coating with tender, juicy chicken inside – a classic Chinese fried chicken that is irresistibly flavorful.
Crispy Fried Chicken (Xiang Su Ji)
Crispy golden exterior, tender and juicy inside. Marinated and coated with a light crispy batter, double-fried to perfection. Sprinkle with salt and pepper while hot for an irresistible classic Chinese fried chicken.
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.
Crispy Fried Spring Blossom Pork
Tender pork strips are marinated, coated in a light batter, and twice-fried to a golden, crunchy perfection. Each bite is a harmony of crispy shell and juicy meat, often served with salt and pepper or sweet chili sauce for a delightful appetizer or main.
Zha Li Huang (Fried Oysters)
A classic Fujian street snack, Zha Li Huang features fresh oysters coated in a thin sweet potato starch batter and deep-fried until golden and crispy. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch followed by juicy, briny oyster meat. Serve with salt and pepper or sweet chili sauce for an addictive treat.
Old Vinegar Peanuts (Lao Cu Huasheng)
This classic Chinese cold appetizer features crispy fried peanuts tossed in a tangy and sweet aged vinegar sauce. Perfectly balanced and refreshing, it's an irresistible starter for any meal.
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.
Lamb Skewers (Chinese BBQ Lamb Skewers)
Crispy on the outside, tender and juicy inside, these lamb skewers are infused with the intoxicating aroma of cumin and charcoal. A beloved street food across China, they are perfect for a barbecue at home or a flavor-packed appetizer.
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.