Got a craving for Chinese takeout? Instead of ordering in, why not make your Chinese restaurant favorites at home? Here is a collection of 15 Chinese restaurant recipes from some of my favorite bloggers that are better and faster than takeout. Your wallet will thank you too! Beef and Broccoli Make this Chinese classic Beef and …
Pad Woon Sen is a classic Thai noodle dish that may not be as popular as Pad Thai but is equally delicious. Smooth and silky glass noodles are stir-fried with crunchy vegetables for contrast, then topped with cilantro for freshness and Thai bird chili for a spicy kick. Pad Woon Sen is one of my …
This Shrimp and Asparagus Stir-Fry is not only super healthy; it is so easy to make and packed with so much flavor! Best of all, it’s ready in less than 20 minutes! (This post first appeared on The Gingered Whisk as a guest post) Shrimp is one of my absolute favorite foods to stir-fry. They …
Tom Kha Gai (Thai Coconut Chicken Soup) features creamy coconut milk infused with lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves. Tender pieces of chicken, mushrooms and cherry tomatoes add heartiness to this soup, while the aromatics add so much depth of flavor. Make this authentic Thai recipe in less than 30 minutes! Tom Kha Gai is …
This Chinese Style Oven Baked Fish is inspired by the classic Chinese steamed whole fish. The fish fillet is oven-baked in parchment paper with fragrant sesame oil and fresh ginger, then the sauce is drizzled on to the fish at the last minute just before serving. The scallions and cilantro on the top add freshness …
Mapo Eggplant is a spin on the famous Szechuan Mapo Tofu. This adaptation is less spicy but does not lack in flavor. The delectable spicy black bean sauce includes ground pork, diced mushroom, and water chestnuts for an added crunch. Mapo Eggplant is a spin on the Szechuan classic Mapo Tofu. Silky roasted eggplant is …
Make this Chinese classic Beef and Broccoli tonight in less time than ordering from your favorite restaurant! It will surprise you how quick and easy this dish is to prepare, yet it will taste just like take-out! Beef and Broccoli is a quintessential American-Chinese dish – crisp broccoli florets are paired with tender strips of beef …
This Vietnamese Lemongrass Pork Banh Mi Burger is a spin off the Vietnamese classic Banh Mi sandwich. Minced lemongrass in the pork patties give it incredible flavor alongside the pickled carrot and radish, topped with fresh cilantro, basil leaves and sliced jalapeno for a spicy kick! {This post is part of an awesome burger grill …
This Thai Tom Yum Shrimp Stir-Fry is a unique twist on the famous Thai Tom Yum Soup. The classic sour, sweet and spicy flavors of Thai Tom Yum are unmistakable in this quick and easy stir-fry. If you love the fresh and vibrant flavors of Thai Tom Yum and want an alternative to the …
Thai Larb is a light but flavorful combination of savory ground meat paired with fresh herbs. A dish so versatile it can be enjoyed on its own, over rice, or as lettuce wraps. The cool, crisp lettuce leaves are a fantastic complement to the bold Thai flavors in the meat. Larb is a Northern Thai …
Bacon Fried Rice is loaded with delicious smokey goodness. It’s the perfect way to utilize leftover rice and is ready in only 15 minutes, which makes it perfect for weeknights or even breakfast! If you are looking to jazz up your fried rice, Bacon Fried Rice is a fantastic solution! The bacon adds a unique …
Sizzling Rice Soup features a light broth with vegetables, chicken or shrimp, and topped with toasty crispy rice. The sizzling and crackling sounds of the piping hot crispy rice as it is poured into the soup is sure to impress your guests. Now you can make this Chinese restaurant favorite at home! I had never …
Tamarind Shrimp (or Assam Prawns) is a Malaysian Nyonya dish that is so easy to prepare and yet delivers huge flavor. The sweet, sour and savory flavors of tamarind pair so well with the shrimp. Best of all, it’s ridiculously easy to prepare with only 4 ingredients! Tamarind Shrimp, also known as Assam Prawns is …
Galangal is a cousin to ginger and is quite popular in SouthEast Asian cooking. You can find it in dishes such as Thai Coconut Chicken Soup (Tom Kha Gai) where galangal is a key ingredient. Even though galangal and ginger look very similar, they taste very different from each other. Galangal has a sharp, woodsy flavor, while …
“Kaya” or “Srikaya” is a sweet and rich coconut jam popular in Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and the Philippines. It takes only 5 ingredients and 20 minutes to whip up this luxurious spread you will want with your toast for breakfast every morning. Coconut jam is immensely popular in SouthEast Asia; particularly Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand …
There are various recipes for Chinese Five Spice powder, but the most common blends include ground cinnamon, star anise, fennel seed, cloves and a touch of Szechuan peppercorns. Some blends include ground ginger, white pepper, and ground nutmeg. A good Chinese Five Spice powder is highly aromatic with a noticeable licorice flavor. It should …
Lemongrass is widely used in SouthEast Asian cooking. It has an amazing citrusy aroma and flavor, and can be used in various ways. Peel the first one or two outer layers away to reveal the more tender portion of the lemongrass stalk. Depending on the recipe you are preparing, you can either use large …
Sesame oil is typically used in sauces and marinades for its fragrance and flavor as a seasoning. It has a very strong, pleasant nutty aroma and should be used sparingly. A little goes a long way! For Asian cooking, the darker sesame oil is used as opposed to the pale sesame oil made from …
An easy weeknight-friendly meatloaf recipe that takes just minutes to put together and 45 minutes to bake. This has become a go-to recipe for our family! This Super Duper Easy Meatloaf recipe just takes just a few minutes to put together, 45 minutes to cook and VOILA! A satisfying, comfort meal after a long day. The …
These Red Velvet Chocolate Chip Cookies are awesome enough on their own, but add the Cream Cheese Frosting and it takes the cookie to a whole new level of YUM! This post originally appeared on Around My Family Table. Whenever I set up my KitchenAid stand mixer on the countertop, both my kids scurry into …
Traditional Shoyu Ramen features a savory soy-sauce based clear broth and ramen noodles with classic toppings such as chashu, seasoned bamboo shoots, and a half-boiled seasoned egg.This is the sixth and final part of the Ramen At Home series for Traditional Shoyu Ramen. Shoyu Ramen is one of the most popular Japanese ramen flavors next to shio (salt) …
A simple broth such as this Basic Clear Chicken Soup paired with a good tare sets the foundation for a great bowl of ramen. This is Part 5 of the Ramen At Home series for Traditional Shoyu Ramen. A basic clear soup is so simple yet such an important component in any ramen bowl. The clear …
Half-Boiled Ajitama (Seasoned Ramen Eggs) have slightly firm egg whites and luscious custard-like yolks. The sweet soy seasoning give the eggs unbelievable flavor. Famously used as a topping for ramen but can be enjoyed as a snack anytime. This is Part 4 of the Ramen At Home series for Traditional Shoyu Ramen. Everybody has a …
Menma (Seasoned Bamboo Shoots) is a classic Japanese ramen topping but can also be enjoyed as a snack. Slightly crunchy and extremely flavorful. This is Part 3 of the Ramen At Home series for Traditional Shoyu Ramen. Menma is a condiment made from dried and fermented bamboo shoots. The dried bamboo shoots are reconstituted then seasoned …