Chinese Cuisine Recipes

Bean sprout stir-fry is a traditional Chinese side dish that may not look impressive, but it tastes absolutely fantastic. All you need are the sprouts themselves...

Hongshao, a dish of pork belly slow-braised with soy sauce, rice wine, and sugar, is popular throughout China, with many regional variations. In Jiangnan, and...

This classic Shanghainese dish is prepared by soaking poached (simmered) chicken in rice wine. One of the key ingredients is Shaoxing...

"Xiaolong bao are Chinese steamed dumplings with soup inside," says Molly Yeh. "They're like magic! My whole childhood, my family and I ate them at our favorite dim sum restaurant in Chinatown..."

This traditional dish is prepared in Asian families for special occasions, such as Chinese New Year, and can also be found at any Chinese banquet. It symbolizes good luck and abundance, so...

These Chinese dumplings can be served as a main course or as an appetizer, spooned individually onto Asian soup spoons. Filled with pork, mushrooms, and green onions, they're very...

"Steamed Pork Ribs with Fermented Black Beans is a popular dim sum dish, but in my family, we love making it for dinner," says recipe author Andy Liang. "...

Tanghulu is a popular winter snack in China, often sold by street vendors at markets and festivals. Traditionally, tanghulu...

"This Chinese-American sauce got its name from the fact that it's often served with lobster," says recipe author Richmond Flores. "It's an adaptation of a dish I grew up with. My father became..."

This recipe offers two options for assembling and cooking Chinese dumplings. The first is open-top shumai cooked in a steamer. The second is closed dumplings fried in a pan...

Green onion and ginger sauce is commonly served with soy chicken, bai ce ji (white chicken), and stir-fried meat and rice. There are many ways to prepare it, from a no-heat version (in...

Mooncakes are traditionally served in China and Vietnam during the Mid-Autumn Festival, when families gather to celebrate the harvest and pray for longevity and good fortune. Mooncakes, or...

"The first time I tried vegetarian duck, I was so surprised by its texture and umami flavor," says recipe author Vivienne Chan. "It's all thanks to the thin layers of fuzhu stuffed with..."

This special-occasion dish combines two popular dim sum appetizers: sticky rice steamed in a lotus leaf and sticky rice with Chinese sausage. Dry Chinese...

Hot pot (or hot cauliflower) is a delicious Chinese dinner prepared right at the table. It's more than just a simmering pot in the center of the table with appetizers arranged around it. It's a wonderful way to spend...

Chinese egg tarts come in several varieties: these tarts originate from Hong Kong and are a puff pastry tartlet with an egg filling that is not as sweet as other...

Sweet red bean soup is commonly served as a dessert or light appetizer at Chinese celebrations and during Chinese New Year. Its popularity is partly due to the fact that...

"For as long as I can remember, my family has always eaten zongzi during the Dragon Boat Festival," shares recipe author Vivian Chan. "But I only learned how to make them recently when..."

Grass jelly dessert is a harmonious combination of coconut, vibrant fruits, chewy pearl tapioca, mochi, and any ice cream of your choice. Asian patisseries typically serve pre-made...

This easy sauce with fresh grape tomatoes takes just minutes to make: simply sauté them whole in fragrant olive oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes, and you'll have...

"Dim sum literally translates as 'filling the heart.' And I love filling my belly with this Cantonese breakfast!" shares Jet Tila. "It originated in small teahouses in southern China, where tea..."

Rich shiitake mushrooms, sweet pumpkin, and ginger make a perfect combination for autumn wonton filling. The wontons are deep-fried, creating a deliciously crispy texture with a tender vegetable filling.

During the New Year, the Chinese eat a lot of dumplings, which symbolize wealth for the coming year: pieces of dough filled with meat and vegetables resemble money purses. These wontons,...

Make a chili-peanut stir-fry to transform leftover roast turkey (or grilled chicken) into a new dish inspired by American Chinese restaurants. In a rich, sweet-and-tart sauce...

Char siu is a roast pork dish often served in Chinese restaurants. The glossy, red pieces of juicy meat are typically hung on hooks in front of the display case. As for the taste, it can be...

Although this Sichuan dish is traditionally made with ground pork, it's the spicy bean paste, soft tofu, and, of course, Sichuan pepper that add most of its flavor and texture. So, it's easy to...

Make Asian steamed dumplings with an unusual filling – a delicate tomato soup! To make the soup fit into the dough pieces, gelatin is added, and once it sets, you can assemble...

This Chinese cheesecake doesn't actually resemble a traditional cheesecake as you might imagine. Guy Fieri named his dessert this way because of its sweet cheese filling and its resemblance to Asian...

Fa Gao, or lucky cake, is a popular Chinese dessert typically eaten during New Year celebrations to attract good luck and wealth. Soft, chewy, and slightly sweet, these steamed cakes...

At many Chinese restaurants in the United States, guests are offered fortune cookies at the end of dinner—crunchy, ear-shaped treats with a message on paper inside. These cookies are easy to make at home...

Steamed shrimp rice rolls are a popular appetizer at dim sum restaurants. The homemade version is even more delicious: the freshly cooked noodles literally melt in your mouth. To make the rolls...

This tender pork belly in a rich, savory sauce is cooked entirely in the slow cooker and packed with flavors inspired by the classic Chinese dish, pork belly with pickled...

XO sauce is believed to have originated in Hong Kong in the 1980s at the Peninsula Hotel's Spring Moon restaurant. Although its name, "XO" (Extra Old), derives from an expensive, aged cognac, it...

Kung Pao spaghetti is one of the most-ordered dishes at the popular American restaurant chain California Pizza Kitchen. This recipe reveals the secret to making Kung Pao spaghetti in just...

Congee, or zhou, is a popular Chinese porridge made from overcooked rice, making it ideal for the slow cooker. There are many variations of congee for breakfast and dim sum, and this version...

"Wonton soup is a staple of Chinese cuisine. In my recipe, I retained all the traditional flavors, but used store-bought chicken broth and store-bought wonton dough for a quick...

Any dumpling soup is a surefire lunch option the whole family will enjoy, and this wonton soup is even more delicious: each wonton is filled with flavorful pork. For these...

Airy steamed buns and homemade Chinese char siu pork are the perfect combination of a sweet, tender crumb and a savory filling. You can make the buns plain and serve them for dinner...

Hong Kong-style mango pudding is a dessert often overlooked in dim sum restaurants. Perfectly silky and smooth, this pudding is made with ripe, fresh mangoes, which impart...

In Hong Kong, you'll find toast with condensed milk and peanut butter on the menu of any cha chan taeng (tea house). It's served not only for breakfast but throughout the day. Warm, sweet and salty...

Stir-fried sticky rice with Chinese sausage (or lo mai fen in Cantonese) is a popular dim sum dish made with sweet Chinese sausage (lap cheong), shiitake mushrooms, and dried shrimp,...

Smashed cucumber salad (or pai huang gua) is a staple side dish in many Chinese restaurants. It's typically made with cucumbers dressed with black vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and seeds...

Tofu pudding (also known as dou fu hua) has a light, fresh flavor and an incredibly soft texture—softer than silken tofu! It's a great complement to any palate, from...

Caramelized Chinese Sweet Potato is a popular restaurant dessert featuring tender, deep-fried sweet potato pieces coated in golden-brown caramel. As the caramel cools, it...

This quick dish, inspired by Chinese hot pot, involves pouring simmering broth over very thin slices of beef and cooking them directly in serving bowls. Rice adds a rich, creamy flavor to the dish.

This Chinese hot sauce with garlic, spices, and crisp chili peppers has gained many fans far beyond China, but it can be difficult to find outside of China. Prepare...

Crispy pan-fried noodles originated in Shanghai and the Suzhou region of China. When Shanghainese immigrated to Hong Kong, this dish became very popular there. It is known by several names...

Fried sesame balls are a popular dessert in China, served as dim sum in restaurants and sold by street vendors. The balls are made from rice flour with a sweet filling, rolled in...

Chinese cha siu bao buns filled with spicy pork are traditionally steamed, but this oven-baked version is equally popular. These fluffy, airy buns are filled with pieces of baked...