As China is a huge country geographically, it is diverse in climate, ethnicity and subcultures.Not surprisingly, therefore, there are many...
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The Chinese are crazy about caramel—so am I. For a fabulous taste sensation, serve with vanilla soy ice cream. MAKES...
This protein-packed, calcium-rich dessert makes a wonderful after-school snack. MAKES 6 SERVINGS 12 ounces soft tofu, drained 1 large ripe...
Kaya is a coconut jam highly popular in Singapore, Malaysia, and the tropical Chinese island of Hainan. Typically made with...
The Chinese have instinctively always known what recent studies have confirmed—an apple a day really does keep the doctor away,...
Without the sauce, this wholesome and delicious dessert can also double as breakfast—yum! MAKES 4 SERVINGS About 1⁄4 cup glutinous...
Soft and chewy on the outside, sweet and crunchy on the inside, these delightful dumplings are best served shortly after...
In the Western world, desserts tend to carry a ton of weight, either as decadent concoctions representing the chef’s grand...
This flavorful, mildly spiced side dish is always a hit with company. MAKES 4 SERVINGS 1⁄2 cup reduced-sodium vegetable broth...
Taro root is a popular side dish in Hunan. Peel the taro with a vegetable peeler under running water to...
Shanghainese savory dishes have a penchant for sweetness—the following recipe is almost better than dessert. Snow peas can replace the...
Swiss chard or regular spinach can replace the Chinese spinach, if desired. In this instance, tear the leaves into bite-size...
Pumpkin is a popular vegetable throughout China, the world’s largest producer of North America’s beloved gourd. For a purely sweet-and-sour...
Known as ―old lady’s potatoes‖ in China, these homey yet feisty potatoes get their kick from Asian chili powder, which,...
In northern China’s Inner Mongolia and Shanxi provinces, the potato is important not only as a staple food, but also...
The largest community of Uyghurs in China outside Xinjiang Province is in south-central Hunan. Their influence upon the local cuisine...
Fuzzy melon, also known as hairy gourd, is a mild, refreshing squash covered with fuzz. Two medium zucchini, peeled or...
Serve these juicy morsels on their own as an appetizer, or atop a bed of baby spinach as a warm...
Chinese okra, also known as silk squash, is considerably longer than the Western-style variety. Serve over rice and garnish with...
In Chinese medicine, bitter melon actually sweetens health and promotes longevity. In the following recipe, stuffed with a savory shiitake...