We know how much readers love Lao Gan Ma (Godmother) sauces. But since we’ve already shown large dollops of it on noodles and rice, why not on a vegetable? Hence, this quick and easy Steamed Chinese Eggplant with Spicy Lao Gan Ma, so you can take down your favorite chili sauce with perhaps a little […]
How to Cook Tapioca Pearls
In recent years, tapioca pearls have become a favorite in bubble tea, shaved ice desserts, and sweet dessert soups across Asia and in Asian communities in the West. But what if you want to cook your own tapioca pearls at home? Some store-bought tapioca pearls can be cooked in a matter of minutes, but dried […]
Things To Do in Miami (Woks of Life Edition)
There’s a lot to do in Miami besides hitting clubs and sceney parties. Some are obvious, and others are a little off the beaten path. With just three days to take in the city, I recently set about investigating all the options to figure out what would be the most memorable, fun, and relaxing trip […]
Chinese Boiled Peanuts
Boiled peanuts are a popular snack in southern states like South Carolina and Georgia, but did you know that Chinese people also love boiled peanuts? What’s different about Chinese boiled peanuts? Like the boiled peanuts you might find down south at roadside stands and convenience stores, this boiled peanut recipe is easy––using fresh raw peanuts, […]
Poached Chicken with Ginger Scallion Sauce
This lovely summer is (almost) coming to an end. Before another summer leaves us behind, I want to squeeze in this super easy summer poached chicken recipe. It requires only 7 simple ingredients (chicken, ginger, scallions, light soy sauce, oil, sugar, and water) that you probably already have in your kitchen, and minimal time on […]
Salted Duck Eggs
You probably haven’t noticed, but salted duck egg yolks are all the rage right now in Chinese cooking, and we’ve done many, many months-long experiments and recipe tests at home to finally be able to share this recipe for the perfect salted duck eggs! Adding a Little Richness Traditionally, salted duck eggs are served with […]
Hawthorn Iced Tea
You’ve probably never tasted Hawthorn Iced Tea, but it’s easy to make, wonderfully refreshing, and has a unique tangy fruit flavor that goes great with any meal. Hawthorn is also prized in Traditional Chinese Medicine for its many health benefits! A Refreshing Berry Iced Tea If you’re an iced tea lover, you’re nearing the end […]
The ONLY Technique You Need to Keep Food From Sticking to a Wok or Pan
We’ve all dealt with terrible messes from food sticking to a pan or wok. Maybe it’s a pan-fried fish that ends up skinless, a crusty coating of rice or noodles that’s impossible to scrub off, a fried egg that gets unceremoniously scrambled because it just wouldn’t come off the pan, or bits of meat that […]
