Chinese braised chicken with mushrooms is a delicious stew fragrant with the addition of dried shiitake mushrooms and umami gravy. A classic Chinese dish, this home style comfort food is one that regularly makes an appearance on my dinner table. Below are the ingredients used for this Braised Chicken with Mushrooms dish. Chicken-on-the-bone such as … Read more
Bitter gourd (also known as bitter melon, bitter gourd, bitter squash, or balsam-pear) is popular in Chinese cooking, as well as in many South East Asian countries. Sometimes, I’ll have a craving for this braised chicken with bitter gourd dish as it is so delicious especially when eaten with a bowl of steaming hot rice. … Read more
Whether you’re cooking for a crowd, your family or for yourself, a delicious chicken curry with potatoes is always a crowd-pleaser. This quick and easy curry chicken recipe takes about 30 minutes to cook with instant curry paste, potatoes and yogurt. It’s great for days when you want a quick fix for homemade curry. In … Read more
Chicken curry is a perennial favorite food for many and it is one of mine too. Every now and then, I get a craving for curry chicken which must be satisfied. This Nyonya chicken curry is one of my favorite curry recipes and it never fails to whet my appetite for more. There are many … Read more
Recently, I’ve been cooking quite a lot with lemons. I cooked them with salmon, pasta, chicken and also juiced them up to reap their health benefits. I just love the smell of lemons, so fresh and citrusy! So, when I saw this Chinese lemon chicken recipe in The Chinese Takeout Cookbook by Diana Kuan, it immediately … Read more
I’ve always enjoyed the texture of black fungus and try to incorporate this ingredient into my cooking whenever possible. Paired with chicken and dried lily buds and steamed, it produces a comforting and textural dish. This steamed chicken with black fungus and dried lily buds is not only delicious but also healthy as well. What … Read more
Ginseng with Chicken Soup For centuries, ginseng has been highly esteemed by the Chinese for its reputation for its amazing health benefits. Ginseng is perhaps most well known to boost our memory power and energy levels. Regular intake of ginseng helps to strengthen our vitality and strength, increase metabolism, refresh the mind, strengthen the physique … Read more