Have you tried using Chinese mushrooms, also known as shiitake mushrooms, in stir-fry dishes? I love it because it’s fast, healthy, affordable, and packed with savory depth. After testing, here’s my guide on how to make it better than any takeout tender chicken and Chinese mushroom stir fry. The Magic Shiitake Mushroom Shiitake mushrooms are…
China’s push to extend CPEC through Afghanistan’s Wakhan Corridor promises economic gain but ignites tensions, with India, Western powers, and regional rivals alarmed over shifting geopolitical balances. Wakhan Corridor, a narrow strip in northeastern Afghanistan, stretches about 350 km and connects Afghanistan to China, making it a vital yet historically overlooked geopolitical passage. Once part…
I bet you heard about mung bean milk as a substitute for bubble milk tea. We believe mung bean milk is much healthier than boba drinks. Let’s learn how to make super summer-friendly mung bean milk with basic ingredients and a secret weapon- fresh mint leaves. It has become my favorite plant-based drink for this…
Royal China at The Chanakya, New Delhi, has long been a favourite for those who take their Chinese food seriously. On a recent afternoon, I revisited this elegant 100-seater to catch up with an old friend over lunch—and left reminded of why this restaurant continues to hold its place among the city’s most reliable Asian…
There are dozen of reasons that I want to recommend mung bean recipes to you. Although it is not a popular western ingredients.. Mung bean is believed to be beneficial to the human body as it can help to reduce the hotness because of the cold attribute. It is a super ingredient in my kitchen….
I would love to introduce this all-purpose and well-balanced Chinese-style savory brown sauce to my fellow Chinese food lovers. You can use it for classic broccoli beef stir fry or easy vegetable stir fry dishes. We all know that Chinese food, especially stir-fry and salad, is famous for its balanced flavor. This Chinese brown sauce…
The most comforting dish for egg lovers is to cook various egg stir-fry dishes in creamy or crispy versions. This egg and mushroom stir-fry is one of my quickest side dishes, featuring a seafood-like flavor, creamy eggs, and a well-balanced brown sauce. Mushroom used The mushroom used in this recipe is the beach mushroom. They…
This stir-fry makes steak jealous—meaty shiitake mushrooms, crisp-tender asparagus, and a flavorful sauce. I’ll show you the chef-approved way to lock in texture and maximize umami with just a few steps and common kitchen seasonings. Why I Love Shiitake Mushrooms Shiitake mushrooms, sometimes called Chinese mushrooms, especially the dried version, are my top choice for stir-frying and…
This is the sound of PERFECT Chinese crispy rice using two methods. In addition to various types of fried rice, this is my favorite way to use leftover rice. I love to cook it for breakfast. Wrap your leftover rice in a container the previous night and get this golden brown, crispy rice cake. It…
Steamed egg cake is a popular snack among children and my grandma’s generation. It is light as a cloud, subtly sweet, and so gentle it never causes ” 上火 ” (heatiness). No baking powder, with a steamer and just five simple ingredients for the perfect teatime treat or breakfast cake! Traditionally, egg cake is baked,…
