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The Devil’s Mapo Tofu, A Taste of Sichuan 麻婆豆腐

The Devil’s Mapo Tofu, A Taste of Sichuan 麻婆豆腐

Mapo Tofu (麻婆豆腐) is another classic dish from Sichuan province as old as the Qing Dynasty. You can find this popular selection in Chinese restaurants around the world. Over the centuries, cooks have developed many variations, but the essence of Mapo Tofu has not changed. [read more…]

Chinese Hot and Sour Noodles 酸辣粉

Chinese Hot and Sour Noodles 酸辣粉

Walk up almost any food street in China and you will find vendors selling this famous Hot and Sour Noodles (酸辣粉) dish. It is as common as a hotdog stand at an American baseball game and there are often long lines at the best shops. [read more…]

Rich Drumstick Kung Pao Chicken (宫保鸡丁)

Rich Drumstick Kung Pao Chicken (宫保鸡丁)

This Rich Drumstick Sichuan Kung Pao Chicken is so subtle that it is sublime—as delicate as it is powerful. That combination makes it one of the most popular dishes worldwide. It originated nearly two centuries ago during the late Qing Dynasty in or around Chongqing [read more…]

Easy and Artsy Sauteed Tomatoes with Eggs (西红柿炒蛋)

Easy and Artsy Sauteed Tomatoes with Eggs (西红柿炒蛋)

Sauteed Tomatoes with Eggs is one of the most common and highly praised dishes in China. It is simple and easy to make. The combination of tomatoes and eggs provide rich nutrients to our diet. Just as importantly, it is so satisfyingly delicious and it [read more…]

Healthy Sauteed Shrimp and Broccoli with Garlic Sauce

Healthy Sauteed Shrimp and Broccoli with Garlic Sauce

This recipe for Shrimp and Broccoli with Garlic Sauce (蒜蓉西兰花炒虾) is not only healthy–it is so easy to make! It only requires a few simple steps with a few ingredients. And you can make a healthy and delicious meal for your friends, loved ones, or [read more…]

Easy Fried Tofu with Green Onions (葱烧豆腐)

Easy Fried Tofu with Green Onions (葱烧豆腐)

This Chinese Fried Tofu Recipe is not only easy to make, but it tastes absolutely Yum! Tofu was one of my favorite childhood dishes. It still is. I always love Tofu particularly for it’s softness. I am a big fan of beans-related food. Tofu is [read more…]

Yummy Stir-Fry Beef with Green Peppers (青椒炒牛肉)

Yummy Stir-Fry Beef with Green Peppers (青椒炒牛肉)

Beef is one of the essential courses required on a Chinese dining table. I am sure many of you must have tried Sizzling Beef or some other kind of Beef dishes in Chinese restaurants. What about Stir-Fry Beef with Green Peppers? My favorite! We should [read more…]