If you’re craving tender noodles with a sweet salty kick, this recipe is perfect for you. Udon noodles are a Chinese thick noodle that has been perfected for centuries. This starchy tender treat is a must try for any Chinese food lover.
First, we need to blanch our noodles in boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes on medium high heat. Follow the instructions on the package. Drain well and rinse with cold water. Set aside as you prepare your sauce. Add your soy sauce, hot sauce and hoisin sauce, whisk together until thoroughly mixed. Next, in a medium saucepan on medium high heat, heat your olive oil and add your chicken pieces. Cook thoroughly for about 8 to 10 minutes. Add in your garlic, mushrooms, ginger and onion, cook until soft. Then, add in your udon noodles and sauce. Toss together and make sure everything is cooked through. Garnish with your green onions. Serve and enjoy.
Chicken dumplings are an easy way to make a soft tender dinner.This Chinese comfort classic is great for any dinner. If you’re craving something warm, starchy and tender, this recipe is perfect for you. And while chicken dumplings can seem intimidating to prepare, they are relatively easy. And the best part, they are absolutely delicious!
Combine chicken, onion, carrots and celery in a large pot. Next, add your chicken broth and bring to a rolling boil. Then, reduce heat and let simmer for 45 to 60 minutes, until chicken is tender. While this is simmering, start preparing your dumplings. In a large mixing bowl, combine your flour, baking powder, salt and shortening. Mix with a fork. Next, add your milk until it becomes sticky dough. Knead until the dough surface is smooth. Cut dough in 1 by 2 strips. Flour generously. Remove your chicken and vegetables from the broth and discard skin and bones. Carefully add your dumplings to the broth and let simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until tender. Stir your chicken and veggies into the broth and cook for another 3 minutes. Note, to help thicken up the broth,combine cornstarch to the boiling broth. Serve and enjoy.
This classic is great for adding some texture to your next dinner.This world famous dish is a great way to add some texture to your next dinner. The best part about this recipe is it’s totally customizable to what is available to you. Fried rice is a resourceful delicious way to liven up any dinner.
Heat up your butter in a large pan over medium high heat until melted. Next, add your egg and cook until scrambled. Remove egg and transfer to a separate plate. Then, add an additional tbsp of butter and melt it. Add in your carrots, onion, peas, garlic, salt and pepper. Saute for 5 minutes or until the veggies are soft. Then, increase heat to high and add rice, green onions, soy sauce and oyster sauce. Stir thoroughly. Continue cooking for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add in your eggs. Remove from heat and stir in sesame oil. Serve and enjoy.
This tender treat is perfect if you’re looking for some duck decadence in your life. And while duck can be more expensive, it is well worth it. Duck is one of the most tender dark meats on the planet, and this Chinese recipe has perfected it.
Clean your duck thoroughly. Drain and pat dry with a paper towel. Cut the duck into 1 by 2 pieces. And remember to trim off the duck tail. Next, prepare your taro by peeling the outer skin, rinse and pat try. Cut into ½ inch pieces. Add oil to a large sauce pan or wok over medium heat. Fry your taro chunks until the edges are just starting to turn brown. Set your taro to the side on a separate plate. Next, add your ginger, garlic and scallions, letting them cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Turn the heat up to medium high heat and add your duck. Cook for 2 minutes on each side while adding oyster sauce, soy sauce and water. Stir until evenly coated and cook for an additional 20 minutes. Add your taro pieces and cover and cook for 5 to 7 minutes. Serve and enjoy.
This beloved classic is great for any weekday dinner or quick snack. Even better, orange chicken can be stored for days and still be delicious. If you’re looking for some tender chicken with the sharp zing of orange, this recipe is perfect for you.
Coat your chicken with egg, salt, pepper and oil in a large bowl. In another bowl, add your cornstarch and flour. Mix well. In a large frying pan, add oil and turn on high heat. Make sure the oil is around 375F. Carefully dip your chicken pieces in the egg mixture and flour. Fry your chicken for 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Drain well and transfer chicken to a pan. Add in your ginger, garlic and red peppers. Add in your orange sauce and bring to a boil. Then, turn off your stove and cool slightly. Serve and enjoy.
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