Muah Chee (Chinese Peanut Mochi)

Pork Adobo is a Filipino comfort food classic! Tender pork belly braised in a savory, tangy sauce that’s simple to prepare, and perfect for leftovers! While Chicken Adobo is often considered the national dish of the Philippines (not to be confused with Mexican adobo), Pork Adobo is also a very popular Filipino dish and every …

This easy Thai Pineapple Shrimp Curry is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Perfectly cooked shrimp with sweet, juicy pineapple are paired in an aromatic Thai Red Curry base, topped with fresh cilantro then served with steamed rice. Pineapple with shrimp is the perfect blend of sweet and savory. Add the amazing flavors and …

Hainanese Chicken Rice features aromatic seasoned rice paired with tender poached chicken. Cook this entire dish in your Instant Pot quickly and easily without compromising any flavor. Dubbed the national dish of Singapore, Hainanese Chicken Rice was originally adapted by immigrants from the Hainan province in China. This dish is also highly popular in other …

Perfectly cooked stir-fried Brussels sprouts from your wok in a fraction of the time that it would take to oven-roast them. Buttery, garlicky and slightly caramelized on the outside yet tender on the inside. Stir-frying Brussels sprouts in a wok is a great alternative to roasting them in the oven. They take a fraction of …

Mongolian Beef gets an upgrade! Take just a few minutes in the morning to toss all the ingredients in a crockpot and by evening, melt-in-your-mouth Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef with the most incredible velvety sauce ready to be served! I used to think that slow cookers were just for soups, stews and chilies. I never …

This easy and healthy Pan-Fried Teriyaki Salmon takes less than 30 minutes to put together but tastes just like it came straight from a Japanese restaurant. Seared salmon portions covered in a sweet homemade teriyaki sauce, topped with sesame seeds and chopped scallions. This quick and easy Teriyaki Salmon will be your new favorite weeknight …

Wonton Soup is the perfect complement to any Chinese meal. Simple chicken stock gets dressed up with a few ingredients, then paired with hearty pork and shrimp wontons. You’ll find Wonton Soup on the menu in most Chinese restaurants. Simple yet absolutely delicious. Pairs perfectly with just about any Chinese meal. You can enjoy Wonton …

Pork Yuk Sung (Chinese Lettuce Wraps) is a Chinese appetizer or side dish that features ground pork and diced vegetables stir-fried in a sweet soy sauce mixture, then wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. Yuk Sung is typically served as an appetizer or side dish but also works as a quick and healthy lunch. It is …

A twist on the classic Cantonese style Chinese BBQ Pork (Char Siu) in the form of a burger. These Char Siu burgers are infused with aromatic Chinese five spice and garlic, smothered in a thick and sweet Char Siu sauce, then topped with fresh cilantro, carrots, and lettuce. Happy National Burger Month! My blogger friends …

Super crispy fried vermicelli noodles wrapped around large, juicy shrimp. These Thai-style Deep-Fried Shrimp Wrapped in Vermicelli Noodles (Goong Sarong) make for an irresistible yet simple appetizer or snack. Goong Sarong (or Kung Sarong) is a Thai appetizer featuring large shrimp wrapped in thin noodles, then deep-fried to perfection. They are elegant enough for a …

This easy Thai Beef Salad features thin slices of beef on lots of fresh salad greens and herbs like mint, basil and cilantro, all tossed in a tangy and spicy Thai dressing then topped with chopped peanuts for some added crunch. This post originally appeared in Around My Family Table. In Thailand, Thai Beef Salad …

This quick and easy Sweet Chili Edamame is perfect as an appetizer, snack, or side dish. Edamame pods are pan-fried in garlic, sweet chili sauce, then topped with toasted sesame seeds for a bit of an extra crunch. Edamame are green soybeans that are often enjoyed as an appetizer in Japanese sushi bars and restaurants. …

Chicken Katsu is a Japanese dish featuring super crispy chicken paired with a tangy tonkatsu sauce. Simple and economical yet incredibly delicious! Chicken Katsu is a spin on the classic Japanese Tonkatsu (breaded deep-fried pork cutlets) but made with chicken instead of pork. It is served with tonkatsu sauce and of course, steamed rice on …

Honey Walnut Shrimp is a Chinese takeout favorite featuring lightly battered succulent shrimp coated in a sweet creamy honey sauce, then topped with crunchy candied walnuts.  Honey Walnut Shrimp is believed to have originated in Hong Kong but is highly popular in Chinese restaurants across the United States.  Large crispy fried shrimp are tossed in …

Cookies and sweets are an important part of the Chinese New Year celebrations. Here is a collection of over 15 Chinese New Year cookie recipes for you to ring in the Lunar New Year! The Chinese New Year is a time of joy, togetherness, and delicious treats. Dive into the festive spirit with our handpicked …

This easy homemade Thai-style Sweet Chili Sauce has the perfect balance of sweet, spicy and tangy. Versatile enough to be used as a dip, in marinades, and in stir-fries. Sweet chili sauce is a popular condiment that pairs perfectly with many snacks and dishes. It is the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy.  You’ll …

These crispy Vegetable Spring Rolls are easy to prepare and perfect as a snack, or as an appetizer to accompany your favorite Chinese dish. These spring rolls are crispy on the outside and so flavorful on the inside. Dip them in soy sauce or sweet chili sauce (my favorite way to enjoy these), but they …

These easy Chinese Almond Cookies do not lack in almond flavor! Crunchy on the outside but slightly chewy on the inside. Perfect for Chinese New Year or any time of the year! Cookies are a big deal during the Chinese New Year season and Chinese Almond Cookies frequently make an appearance this time of the …

Singapore Noodles is a rice vermicelli stir-fry loaded with vegetables, large shrimp and scrambled eggs. Curry powder is a star ingredient, giving the rice noodles its classic curry flavor and yellow color. Nobody knows how Singapore Noodles (Singapore Beehoon) got its name but it certainly did not originate in Singapore and cannot even be found …

Pisang Goreng are a popular Southeast-Asian street snack. Bananas are deep fried till golden brown; crispy on the outside, sweet and creamy on the inside. Pisang Goreng (also called Goreng Pisang) is a Southeast-Asian street snack popular in Malaysia and Indonesia.  Pisang Goreng simply means “fried bananas” but don’t let that simple name deceive you. …

Kung Pao Chicken is a Chinese takeout favorite that features stir-fried tender chicken, green bell pepper with crunchy peanuts in a bold and tangy dark sauce. The origins of Kung Pao Chicken (also known as Kung Po Chicken or Gong Bao Chicken) can be traced back to the Sichuan province in China but this dish …

Mongolian Beef is a Chinese-American restaurant classic that features super-tender thinly sliced beef with scallions, stir-fried in a simple but flavorful sweet and tangy sauce.  The name of this dish is a bit of a mystery since Mongolian Beef did not originate in Mongolia. It is a Chinese-American restaurant classic that features thinly sliced tender …

These Hawaiian-style Teriyaki Burgers with Grilled Pineapple deliver a spicy kick! Juicy beef patties are drenched in a sweet and spicy teriyaki sauce, then topped with grilled pineapple and zesty red onion. (This epic burger is part of a fan-frickin-tastic month-long event hosted by Girl Carnivore, but the burger epicness and opinions are always my …

Stir-Fried Ginger Sesame Chicken with Bok Choy features tender marinated chicken paired with baby bok choy and mushrooms, stir-fried in a savory and tangy sauce. This decadent stir-fry is then served with steamed rice topped with a fried egg. If you are looking to take your stir-fry to a whole new level, this Stir-Fried Ginger …