All Recipes

Yuxiang Melon

Fish-Flavored Winter Melon with Wood Ear and Noodles

A vibrant Sichuan-style yuxiang dish featuring tender winter melon slices, chewy wood ear mushrooms, and silky rice noodles in a savory-sweet-sour sauce. Despite its name, this classic contains no fish—the 'fish fragrance' comes from a magical blend of aromatics and chili bean paste that creates layers of umami, warmth, and brightness.

35 min

Baked Snack

Crispy Cheese-Stuffed Buns

Transform soft steamed buns into a delicious baked snack by stuffing them with melty cheese and savory ham, then finishing with a golden egg wash and aromatic sesame seeds.

27 min

Soup

Black Bean & Grain Beauty Soup

A nourishing triple-bean soup blended with ancient grains and seeds, known in Chinese tradition for supporting healthy skin and natural detoxification. This slow-simmered beauty elixir develops a silky texture as the beans break down.

2h 15m

Cold Appetizer

Stir-Fried Wood Ear Mushrooms with Broccoli

A quick and vibrant Northern Chinese cold dish featuring chewy wood ear mushrooms and crisp broccoli florets, tossed with fragrant scallions, garlic, and a balanced savory-tangy sauce. Perfect as a refreshing appetizer or side.

20 min

Stir Fry

Tiger Skin Peppers

A classic Chinese stir-fried pepper dish where tender green peppers develop beautiful caramelized spots on their skin. The peppers are dry-fried until blistered, then quickly tossed with garlic and vinegar for a bold, slightly tangy flavor.

25 min

Stir Fry

Colorful Four-Vegetable Stir-Fry

A quick and vibrant vegetable stir-fry featuring colorful vegetables that are lightly seasoned to let their natural flavors shine. This dish comes together in minutes and makes a perfect side for any meal.

20 min

Stir Fry

Stir-Fried Bok Choy with Chinese Sausage

A quick and satisfying Chinese home-style dish that pairs tender bok choy with savory, caramelized Chinese sausage. The sausage renders its sweet fat while cooking, coating the greens in delicious flavor.

20 min

Layer Cake

Fresh Fruit Mille Crepe Cake

A stunning layered cake made of delicate vanilla-infused crepes sandwiched with fresh cream and seasonal fruits. Each thin pancake stacks to create beautiful visible layers.

1h 15m

Chocolate Cake

Dark Chocolate Cream Chiffon Cake

A light and airy chiffon cake infused with rich dark chocolate and creamy goodness. The cake gets its signature fluffy texture from a gently folded meringue, while the heavy cream and chocolate create a decadent, moist crumb.

1h 10m

Seafood

Braised Baby Squid in Soy Sauce

Tender baby squid quickly blanched then braised in a savory soy-based sauce with garlic and onion. A quick weeknight seafood dish with rich umami flavor.

30 min

Stir Fry

Stir-Fried Potato Shreds with Green Bell Pepper

A quick and flavorful Chinese stir-fry featuring crisp potato shreds and vibrant green pepper strips, lightly dressed with tangy vinegar and aromatic Sichuan peppercorns.

25 min