Side Dishes

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

Simple & Quick Gochujang Tofu

Simple & Quick Gochujang Tofu

There’s something incredibly comforting about this Gochujang Tofu — spicy, savory, and deeply satisfying, yet made with the simplest ingredients. This is one of those recipes that proves tofu can be anything but boring. It’s quick, flavorful, and perfect for busy days when you still want something [read more…]

Crispy Chili Oil Spaghetti

Crispy Chili Oil Spaghetti

This Crispy Chili Oil Spaghetti is a bold and comforting fusion recipe that brings together the best of Asian flavors and classic pasta.  It’s spicy, savory, and incredibly satisfying — yet surprisingly quick and easy to make with simple ingredients you may already have at home. This dish [read more…]

Korean Kimchi and Bacon Fried Rice

Korean Kimchi and Bacon Fried Rice

This Korean Kimchi and Bacon Fried Rice is inspired by the Korean traditional way of cooking kimchi fried rice. Because I want to implement a “fusion” food concept into my recipes, I added a little bacon and the experiment worked successfully! You will be surprised [read more…]

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…]