We loosely followed this recipe for broth only: https://omnivorescookbook.com/recipes/wonton-soup/ Our modifications: first, we cut ½ block of five-spice pressed tofu into matchsticks (about ½ cup), and sauteed in 1 tsp oil in a medium Dutch oven until browned. Second, add to the pot: 6 cups chicken broth (4 cups unsalted, 2 cups Better Than Bouillon),… Continue reading Chinese-style soup with frozen dumplings
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Chinese carrot and celery salad
We tried this recipe: https://www.vietworldkitchen.com/blog/2012/07/celery-and-carrot-tossed-with-sesame-recipe.html For the Sichuan peppercorns, we used ¼ tsp that we toasted and then ground with a mortar and pestle. At the end, we added ½ tsp of Marukan salad seasoning rice vinegar (yellow label) for brightness. (Dec. 2020) Source: Andrea Nguyen, author and teacher, Vietworldkitchen.com.
Chinese steamed cod fillet with black bean sauce
This recipe is from Grace Young’s The Wisdom of the Chinese Kitchen, which used a whole sole fish. First, thoroughly rinse 1 lb cod fillet (in lieu of sole) in cold water, pat dry, and sprinkle the front and back ½ tsp (we used ¼ tsp) salt. Peel and julienne a 2" knob of ginger… Continue reading Chinese steamed cod fillet with black bean sauce
Chinese cabbage stirfry with bacon and chicken
We tried this recipe: https://thewoksoflife.com/chinese-cabbage-stir-fry/ Our modifications: first, for the protein we sauteed bacon (about 2 strips) cut into matchsticks, and then once the bacon rendered a bit, we added one boneless chicken breast, cut into ½" thick slices (each piece about 2x2"). Second, we hand-tore ½ small head of red cabbage. This dish was… Continue reading Chinese cabbage stirfry with bacon and chicken
Curry fried rice with leftover roast turkey
We tried this recipe: https://www.vietworldkitchen.com/blog/2015/05/fried-rice-tips-curry-recipe.html Our modifications: first, using a large nonstick frying pan, we browned 1 cup chopped, roast turkey in 1 tsp vegetable oil, then seasoned lightly (about ½ tsp) with Maggi Seasoning, and then set aside. Second, we added 2 tsp vegetable oil, then sauteed chopped raw vegetables (1.5 celery stalks, 2… Continue reading Curry fried rice with leftover roast turkey
Chinese braised daikon radish with minced pork and dried shrimp
First, place 2 Tbsp Chinese tiny dried shrimp in small bowl and add room-temperature water to reconstitute the shrimp. Let sit for 15 minutes, then strain out the water and place the reconstituted shrimp on a large cutting board. Gently mince the shrimp or crush it in a mortar and pestle. Second, using a large… Continue reading Chinese braised daikon radish with minced pork and dried shrimp
Indonesian fried rice (nasi goreng)
We had about 3 cups leftover cooked rice and one leftover roast chicken thigh. We tried this recipe: https://www.recipetineats.com/nasi-goreng-indonesian-fried-rice/ Our modifications: first, we used 3 small Thai chilis, 2 garlic cloves, and 1 medium shallot. Second, we didn’t have kecap manis, so we used 1.5 Tbsp Chinese thick soy sauce (made of molasses and soy)… Continue reading Indonesian fried rice (nasi goreng)
Korean dumpling soup (mandu guk)
This is a supreme shortcut version. We took inspiration from this recipe: https://mykoreankitchen.com/manduguk-korean-dumpling-soup/ Our modifications: first, for the broth, we combined 6 cups water with 1.5 tsp Better Than Bouillon beef concentrate (from a jar). When that came to a boil, we added 1.5 tsp soy sauce, 1 minced garlic clove, ½ tsp black pepper,… Continue reading Korean dumpling soup (mandu guk)
Japanese-style vegetable croquettes
This was a good use of 3 cups leftover homemade mashed potatoes. We tried this recipe: https://www.thespruceeats.com/potato-korokke-2031283. Our modifications: for the patties, we folded in 3 cups mashed potatoes, ½ cup frozen sweet peas (rinsed and drained), ½ cup frozen yellow corn kernels (rinsed and drained), and a dash each salt and black pepper. For… Continue reading Japanese-style vegetable croquettes
Steamed broccoli
Using a traditional high-domed, metallic Chinese steamer, we tried this recipe: https://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/steamed_broccoli/. We found 5 mins on medium-high heat (with the steam at full blast) worked well. (Aug. 2020) Note: We added this as a layer in our steamer during the last 5 mins of steaming the Chinese salted chicken thighs for 30 mins at… Continue reading Steamed broccoli
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