Green papaya fish soup (青木瓜鱼汤) is traditionally taken during the confinement period after giving birth. It is a zuò yuè zi (坐月子) food that the Chinese believe will help to boost milk supply for breastfeeding mothers. The last time I had this soup was during my confinement month and that was 11 years ago. I remember as … Read more
One of my favorite fish to use when cooking with yellow bean sauce (also known as fermented soybean paste) is the leatherjacket fish. If you love seafood, try this fried fish in yellow bean sauce. It’s really easy, fast and delicious! Leatherjacket Fish Years ago, my ex-neighbour introduced me to this smooth, plain and pale … 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
After all the rich and decadent dishes during the Lunar New Year which just ended a few days ago, I thought it would be good to return to something simple and uncomplicated. Stir fry pork with salted vegetables is one of those dishes that I eat from time to time and it’s so easy to … Read more
Steamed fish is one of my favorite dishes as it is healthy, delicious and so easy to make. One of them is this Teochew Steamed Fish. The sour, savory and spicy flavors from the broth is what makes this dish extremely appetizing and addictive. I first tried Teochew steamed fish many years ago in a … Read more