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Szechuanese cooking has gained overwhelming popularity both in and out of China. Among its rich selection of dishes, Poached Beef in Hot Chili Oil, also commonly known as “Water Boiled Beef”, is a staple choice and a must-try. Don’t be fooled by the name and think the dish is bland.… Continue Reading Sichuan Cuisine: Poached Sliced Beef in Hot Chili Oil

Twice Cooked Pork is a Szechuanese dish every household could make. It is savory and goes well with steamed rice. When selecting the pork, be sure to choose a fresh piece of pork leg with about 40% fat and 60% lean meat. The ingredients are basic, and the steps are… Continue Reading Sichuan Cuisine: Twice Cooked Pork with Garlic Leaves

Flavor is at the core of Chinese cuisine. Just using tofu as an example, different cooking techniques can create different flavors, and this is also what distinguishes each regional cuisine. In Shandong cuisine, tofu becomes the braised fried tofu—a combination of stewing and broiling, which is a technique unique to… Continue Reading From Bland to Grand – Shandong Cuisine: Braised Fried Tofu

A cantonese classic and probably the best known Chinese recipe. Sweet and Sour Pork, or Gu Lao Rou, is as flavorful as it sounds. With its perfect balance between sweet and sour flavors, crunchy yet tender texture, and delightful color, this dish is an all time favorite at the dining… Continue Reading Cantonese Cuisine: Sweet and Sour Pork