Sauces &amp; Pantry Recipes

Sauces & Pantry

Traditional Autumn Pear Syrup

A soothing Chinese herbal syrup made with fresh pears, monk fruit, and fritillaria. This sweet, aromatic tonic is traditionally served warm and believed to nourish the lungs and ease throat discomfort.

1h 15m

Sauces & Pantry

How to Render Pork Lard at Home

A simple water-based method for rendering clear, pure pork lard perfect for baking and cooking. This traditional technique produces golden, fragrant lard ideal for flaky pastries and high-heat cooking.

1h 0m

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Homemade Pizza Sauce

A rich, velvety tomato sauce with sweet caramelized onions and fragrant garlic. This classic pizza base comes together in under 30 minutes and tastes far superior to anything from a jar.

30 min

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Homemade Dried Shrimp Powder

A fragrant, umami-rich seasoning made from dried shrimp. This versatile powder adds depth to soups, stir-fries, dumpling fillings, and marinades with just a pinch.

1h 0m

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Honey Passion Fruit Preserve Preserves

A simple and refreshing method to preserve passion fruit using honey. This sweet and tangy mixture is perfect for stirring into water, yogurt, or drizzling over desserts.

15 min

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Red Twisted Peppers in Oil

A simple preservation method for sweet red twisted peppers. The peppers are tossed with oil to create a versatile condiment that keeps well in the refrigerator for weeks. Perfect for stir-fries, noodle dishes, or as a flavorful topping.

15 min

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XO Sauce

A rich, savory Cantonese condiment made with dried seafood, aromatics, and oil. This luxurious sauce adds depth and umami to stir-fries, noodles, and dim sum.

1h 10m

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Garlic-Free Cold Dish Sauce

A bright, aromatic sauce for cold dishes featuring fresh cilantro, numbing Sichuan peppercorn oil, and fragrant sesame oil. Perfect for those who want bold flavor without garlic.

10 min

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Sichuan Peppercorn Chili Sauce for Fish

A bold and aromatic chili sauce base featuring pickled chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, and tangy preserved vegetables. This versatile sauce delivers the signature numbing-spicy flavor of Sichuan cuisine and is perfect for stir-frying fish or as a flavor base for various dishes.

45 min

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Classic Sweet and Sour Sauce

A versatile Chinese-inspired sauce with the perfect balance of tangy vinegar and sweet sugar. This sauce clings beautifully to fried dishes, stir-fries, and glazes.

15 min

Sauces & Pantry

Classic Chinese Meat Sauce

A rich, savory pork sauce that's perfect for tossing with noodles or slathering on steamed buns. This versatile Chinese staple develops incredible depth as it simmers low and slow until beautifully thick and flavorful.

35 min