Under the tag “China” we have already presented a number of dishes from this vast country with its many different cuisines. However, there is also a huge diaspora in which Chinese dishes or their culinary influences are developing in other…
Yang Chun Mian
Yang Chun Mian (阳春面) literally means ‘spring noodles’. The dish is particularly popular in the Jiangnan region, where Shanghai is located. This noodle soup is so simple to prepare that it could not be any easier. Nevertheless, it provides a…
Singapore noodles
You won’t find Singapore noodles (Singapore Mei Fun) in Singapore. They originate from Hong Kong, which is a good 2,500 km to the north-east. This is a classic example of a dish that was created through the fusion of different…
Lao Gan Ma Fried Rice
Fried rice is always a delicious dish, with endless variations. It’s no surprise that it’s a staple in so many national and regional cuisines. We can only shake our heads at all the fuss that was made about it on…
Chicken Manchurian
Indo-Chinese cuisine – known for dishes such as Chicken Manchurian or Hakka Noodles – originated in India in the 19th and 20th centuries, particularly in Kolkata, where many Hakka Chinese settled. The term “Hakka” refers to a Chinese ethnic group…
Kung Pao Chicken
Kung pao chicken (also spelled gongbao, 宮保雞丁) is a dish of Chinese Sichuan cuisine. Its characteristic elements are chicken, peanuts, spring onions and (typical for Sichuan) plenty of chili. Ginger and garlic also play an important role and vegetables can…
Yu Xiang Qie Zi
This sensational Szechuan dish translates as ‘fish-fragrant aubergine’ (鱼香茄子) and we think one should know about it. Fish is not included in this dish, its name may come from the fact that the accompanying sauce is also used to prepare…
Stir-fry vegetables in black bean sauce
We love the very different Chinese cooking styles and Chinese food is always an option in our kitchen. Accordingly, there will be many recipes here over time. We will start by introducing some typical ingredients and a very simple vegan…
Black garlic oil
We have already explained how to make a delicious chili oil yourself. It is even easier to prepare a black garlic oil (“Ma-Yu”). Like the chili oil, it is excellent for seasoning Ramen. Unfortunately, this oil cannot be stored for…
Chili oil
Chinese chili oil is a great companion to Asian dishes, but also peps up other foods with its spiciness and complex flavour. It is easy to make and can be stored in a dark place at room temperature for up…