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Pear Soup with Rock Sugar and Goji Berries

Last Updated October 21, 2021

Chinese pear soup with rock sugar and goji berries

Warm, fruity and sweet (but not too sweet), pear soup is the quintessential Chinese autumn drink. Many swear by the therapeutic effects of this drink on the respiratory system, particularly for dry coughs. A great way to enjoy the abundance of pears when they are in season.

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Clear Mushroom Soup with Napa Cabbage

Last Updated October 1, 2021

Clear mushroom soup with Napa cabbage

A super umami vegan soup that takes only a few minutes to prepare. Another example of the classic combo of Napa cabbage (Beijing cabbage) and mushrooms that is delicious and wholesome.

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Braised Whole Fish In Szechuan Broad Bean Sauce

Last Updated September 22, 2021

Whole fish with Szechuan bean paste

A simple whole fish recipe using one of the signature Chinese ingredients, the Szechuan broad bean paste. Enjoy the rich and varied flavors and textures that only a whole fish could offer.

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Mango And Chicken Salad with Yoghurt Dressing

Last Updated September 10th 2021

Mango and chicken salad with yoghurt dressing

Sweet, zesty and ready in minutes, this salad is made with precooked chicken and fresh mangos, perfect for a quick and healthy lunch.

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Steamed King Oyster Mushrooms with Sizzled Garlic

Last Updated September 5th , 2021

Steamed king oyster mushrooms with garlic and cilantro

This steamed King oyster mushroom dish is a refreshing change from the usual sautéed mushrooms. The steamed hand-torn mushroom pieces are tender, light and with umami flavor in full force. The garlic is sizzled in the serving plate with the mushrooms to bring out the aroma while keeping the heat.

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Sweet Potato and Millet Porridge

Last Updated August 25th 2021

sweet potato and millet porridge

Golden, warm, sweet and full of earthy flavors, sweet potato and millet porridge, finished with a nut topping, makes a delicious and nourishing breakfast or snack.

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Broccoli and Shrimp Stir-fry

Last Updated August 12th 2021

Broccoli and Shrimp Stir-fry

Fresh, tender light but no lack of flavors, this quick broccoli and shrimp stir-fry is always a crowd-pleaser at our dining table.

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Tofu Stew With Miso

Last Updated August 5th, 2021

Stewed tofu with miso

This easy and quick tofu stew is seasoned with miso. Warm, hearty, and full of the goodness of soy beans!

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A Practical Guide to Buying Wood Ear Mushrooms

Wood ear / Jews ear mushrooms

Known as Wood-ears in Chinese (木耳), Auricularia auricula-judae (Judae’s ear) are one of the most common culinary fungi in Chinese cuisine for its beautifully succulent texture and a multitude of health benefits.

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What To Do If The Wood-Ear Mushrooms I Just Bought Smell Horrible?

Last Updated July 22nd, 2021

Dried Wood Ear Mushrooms

One of the biggest complaints about (black) Wood ear mushrooms (Auricularia auricula-judae) I hear is that they smell horrible. In fact, Wood-ears do not have any obvious smell of their own, and the pungent, nitric acid like smell is most likely from sulfur dioxide, a chemical commonly used to preserve dried fruits and other dried plant food.

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