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hong shao rou
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Hong Shao Rou (Red Braised Pork Belly with Abalone)

Hong Shao Rou(红烧肉), often translated as Red Braised Pork Belly, is a classic dish from Chinese cuisine, involving braising the pork in a sweet and savory sauce. This beloved dish features pork belly as its primary ingredient, which is slow-cooked until tender in a rich and savory sauce. The sauce is characterized by a deep, reddish-brown color, which comes from a combination of dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, and Shaoxing wine, along with rock candies that caramelizes during cooking, giving it a glossy finish and a deeply flavorful taste. Varieties of Hong Shao Rou Hong Shao Rou is a …

how to make pork jerky (meat latiao)
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Pork Jerky (Meat Latiao)

Are you craving the social-media viral latiao but concerned about excessive gluten and spiciness? Give this simple oven-baked sweet and spicy pork jerky recipe a try. It’s a healthier, gluten-free, and equally delicious alternative to store-bought latiao that’s easy to make at home. With basic ingredients, this recipe promises chewy, tender, flavorful pork jerky that competes with any store-bought variety. Enjoy it as a sweet and savory treat for those with a low spicy tolerance. Alternatively, for spice enthusiasts, elevate it with a coating of rich Sichuan chili oil to achieve an authentic latiao flavor. Tips for making pork jerky/meat …

red braised pork belly
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Braised Pork Belly Recipe

I bet this red braised pork belly (红烧肉) is most Chinese people’s favorite childhood dish. The savory, glossy, and sticky sauce of this dish can totally turn everyone into a RICE KILLER! Our grandparents always make the best 红烧肉! I have adjusted this recipe for years and finally perfectly duplicated my grandpa’s red braised pork belly. By blanching the pork belly for 30 minutes before pan frying and pan-frying the pork belly without cooking oil, we can get rid of extra oil from the meat and make the meat extra tender.

bubble fried perilla leaves
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Bubble Fried Perilla Leaves

This simple recipe teaches us how to make crispy and delightful bubble fried perilla leaves. The minty, earthy, and subtly spicy perilla leaves are coated with a tempura-inspired coating, offering a delightful combination of light, crispy texture. As they fry, they create mesmerizing bubbles, enhancing not only the taste but also the visual appeal, making your cooking and dining experience extra fun and satisfying. What Is Perilla Leaf? Perilla leaves, also known as sesame leaves, are widely used in Asian cuisine for their unique flavor and aroma. You can find fresh perilla leaves at many Asian markets like Hmart or …

How to Make Spam at Home
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How to Make Spam at Home

As a child, I enjoyed the taste and texture of Spam, much like many other kids. However, my mom never included Spam in our grocery shopping because she believed that factories might use lower-quality pork, possibly neck meat, in canned meat products like Spam. Perhaps due to this belief, even now, I often detect a subtle bad odor from canned Spam. Fortunately, when my craving for Spam strikes, my dad steps in and prepares it at home using the finest quality ground pork he can find. After experimenting with and adjusting the ingredients over the years, my dad successfully replicated …

wonton soup
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Wonton Soup

My favorite winter childhood breakfast is a bowl of comforting, soul-warming wonton soup that’s both homemade and heartwarming. Growing up in a Chinese household, my parents always believe that a hot and savory breakfast trumps anything cold or sweet. As a result, our freezer was always stocked with homemade wontons, ready to be swiftly cooked in just 10 minutes. This ensured that, even on busy workday mornings, a hearty and warm breakfast was a non-negotiable part of my day. Wontons may initially seem like a gourmet dish reserved for restaurants, making them appear nearly impossible to make at home. However, …

beef chow fun
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Beef Chow Fun (Stir-fried Rice Noodles)

This classic Cantonese beef chow fun is a symphony of tender beef, savory vegetables, and delicate fresh rice noodles, all stir-fried to perfection.
Get ready to savor the perfectly seasoned beef, sautéed to bring out its richness and tenderness. With the addition of our homemade fresh rice noodles, which absorb the savory flavors from the sauce, this dish promises a delightful fusion of textures and tastes.

how to make vegan honey
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Vegan Honey (maltose syrup made from wheat grass)

Did you know that you can make vegan honey at home from wheat grass?
That’s right! By combining cat grass, a popular snack for your feline companion, with glutinous rice, you can easily produce a delectable and naturally sweet vegan honey alternative. This process doesn’t require the involvement of bees and results in a delightful, smooth texture that will surely satisfy your taste buds.
In this step-by-step guide, we will walk you through the process of creating your very own homemade vegan honey using simple, everyday ingredients and techniques, eliminating the need for specialized tools or equipment.

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