Side Dishes

From east to west — simple, fast, and easy recipes for Side Dishes.

Salt and Pepper Crispy Chicken

Salt and Pepper Crispy Chicken

Salt and Pepper Crispy Chicken is such a classic Chinese dish. My parents used to make this a lot at home when I was a child. Even today, I miss their version of the dish. Salt and Pepper is the perfect seasoning combo that I [read more…]

Bacon and Egg Fried Rice

Bacon and Egg Fried Rice

I always like to add a fusion element to my recipes. This Bacon and Egg Fried Rice has a nice combination of Eastern and Western tastes and ingredients which delivers a wonderful flavor and aroma. The fried rice is chewy and flavorful. The Garlic, Butter, [read more…]

Salt and Pepper Crispy Shrimp

Salt and Pepper Crispy Shrimp

Salt and Pepper Shrimp is another classic Chinese dish. This brings back many of my wonderful childhood memories. My parents used to make it at home or sometimes take me to restaurants to try this dish during special occasions. I remember how happy I was [read more…]

Rice Paper Tofu Dumplings

Rice Paper Tofu Dumplings

These Rice Paper Tofu Dumplings have become my new favourite. They look so adorable and are fun to make. I love how crispy they are on the outside and the inside is a bit chewy and filled with super delicious goodies. I made this in [read more…]

Shrimp Dumplings in Red Chili Oil

Shrimp Dumplings in Red Chili Oil

Shrimp Dumplings in Red Chili Oil are classic comfort food. They are so satisfying with big mouthful of yumminess. I have loved those Shrimp Dumplings since I was a kid. What I love to add to those dumplings after growing-up is Red Chili Oil. The [read more…]

Sweet and Spicy Korean Fried Chicken

Sweet and Spicy Korean Fried Chicken

My version of Korean Fried Chicken is so crunchy and juicy and has an amazing combination of spices and sweetness. Korean Fried Chicken is a great comfort food! This will be perfect as an afternoon treat and snack. The popular “KFC” has spread worldwide. I [read more…]

Sichuan Crispy Fried Pork (小酥肉)

Sichuan Crispy Fried Pork (小酥肉)

Sichuan Crispy Fried Pork, or 小酥肉, is a popular Sichuan street food. It can be served as appetiser, side dish, or snack. This Crispy Fried Pork is dipped into a dried mix of spice powder that is full of amazing aromatic flavors. The pork is [read more…]

Easy Flaky Chinese Scallion Pancakes

Easy Flaky Chinese Scallion Pancakes

Chinese Scallion Pancakes, named 葱油饼 in Chinese, are absolutely a dim sum favorite. They are often sold as street food in China. While at home, Scallion Pancakes are normally served as an appetiser, or side dish. I also love to eat this for breakfast. My [read more…]

Korean Honey Butter Fried Chicken

Korean Honey Butter Fried Chicken

I believe all of us have a special craving for fried chicken. But have you ever tried my version of Korean Honey Butter Fried Chicken? It is crispy outside and juicy inside. Once you have a taste, all you want is an extra bite or [read more…]

Korean-style Vegetable Pancakes

Korean-style Vegetable Pancakes

You will love these Korean-style Vegetable Pancakes as breakfast, appetizer, dinner, snacks, or any meal of the day. They are perfect comfort food. Your can also prepare them in lunchboxes for kids at school or pack them on picnics for a beauitful day out with [read more…]