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Dumplings

Preserved Cowpea and Cured Pork Ye'er Ba (Corn Husk Wrapped)

In comparison, corn husks are readily available. I finally stopped struggling with the standard citrus leaves for Ye'er Ba and made a version with corn husks, stuffed with a preserved cowpea and cured pork filling. Preserved cowpeas (Fu Jiang Dou) are a type of pickled vegetable; 'Fu' is a method of preparation. Preserved cowpeas are often braised or stewed with meat. I tried pairing them with cured pork for the filling, and it seems pretty good...

1h 10m

Side Dish

Celery, Cashew, and Lily Bulb Stir-fry

A refreshing and healthy Chinese stir-fry dish featuring crisp celery, tender lily bulbs, and aromatic roasted cashews.

10 min

Main Dish

Spicy Beef

A savory and aromatic Sichuan-style beef dish made with beef short ribs, spicy bean paste, and a blend of aromatic spices, slow-cooked to perfection in a thermal cooker.

1h 35m

Main Dish

Twice-Cooked Pork (Hui Guo Rou)

Twice-Cooked Pork is a classic Sichuan dish made by boiling pork belly, slicing it thinly, and then stir-frying it with fermented bean paste, peppers, and garlic sprouts.

30 min

Side Dish

Garlic Pumpkin Pancakes

A savory and simple Chinese pancake made with grated pumpkin, flour, garlic, and cilantro. It is easy to prepare and makes for a delicious breakfast or snack.

25 min

Main Dish

Stir-fried Beef with Celery and Two Peppers

A quick and spicy stir-fry dish featuring tender beef strips, crunchy celery, and a mix of green and red peppers.

10 min

Dessert

Goji Berry, Lotus Seed, and Snow Pear Soup

A nourishing and traditional Chinese sweet soup made with snow pears, fresh lotus seeds, and goji berries. It is known for its hydrating properties and simple preparation.

32 min

Dessert

Matcha Green Rice Balls (Qingtuan)

Today, we are using matcha to make Matcha Qingtuan. The appearance is emerald green, the skin is soft and elastic with a faint matcha aroma, and the inside is filled with super fragrant black sesame and peanut filling. The texture is soft, leaving an endless aftertaste.

52 min

Main Dish

Fish-Fragrant Eggplant (Yuxiang Qiezi)

A classic Chinese dish featuring tender eggplant stir-fried with minced meat in a savory, sweet, and sour sauce. It is aromatic and perfect for serving over rice.

30 min