Chinese Dry Garlic Spareribs
Chinese dry garlic spareribs. The ribs are first boiled in water and then simmered in a sauce made of brown sugar, garlic, soy sauce, and mustard. The result is a rib that is sticky and sweet—hand wipes are definitely needed! Ingredients 3 pounds spareribs 1 1/2 cups brown sugar, packed 1 1/2 cups water 4 to 5 cloves garlic 4 1/2 tablespoons light soy sauce 1 1/2 tablespoons dry mustard Steps to Make It 01 Gather the ingredients. 02 Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add the ribs to the boiling water;...
How To Braise Chicken
Let’s learn how to braise chicken. This technique of braising is one of my favorite ways to cook chicken. I think pretty much anything that you cook low and slow can be delicious. Now braising is usually done for tough pieces of meat, and chicken really does not fall under this category but the flavor you get from braising really increases the flavor of the chicken. When choosing the chicken pieces to braise I would focus on pieces with the bone-in and larger pieces like the legs and thighs. If you have a big enough pan you could even braise...
What Is Corned Beef?
Corned beef — what would a Rueben be without it? Or St. Patrick’s Day? Pick one up at the market after you learn exactly what it is and how to cook it. You probably have heard of corned beef and cabbage being eaten around St. Patrick's Day; maybe you've also seen corned beef sandwiches at a Jewish deli. But what exactly is corned beef? How is corned beef made? What is the history of corned beef? There is so much to learn, but mainly, don't be intimidated: We'll walk you through everything you need to know. What Is Corned Beef?...
Double Cooked Pork Slices
The Chinese name for this dish is Guo Bao Rou which is so famous that it can be the representative of Northeastern dishes. The ingredients used are relatively simple in meat dishes. The point is to cook, do you have the ability to fry the meat slices so that the outside is very crispy and the inside is tender. If you go to restaurants in the Northeast area of China, this dish is on almost every menu. As a dish to test the skill of chefs in the Northeast of China, the success of this dish depends on the skill and...
Spicy and Sour Shredded Potato
Spicy and sour shredded potatoes (TudouSi) is a humble and basic Chinese stir-fry dishes. Cook's Note · Potatoes should be cut into shreds in similar sizes. The reason is different shred sizes requires different cooking time. So if we want to keep the cooking time precise, then cutting step is important. You can resort to some cutter if you do not like to cut shreds. In case you do want a try, here are some basic process, cut the potatoes into thin slices and arrange well as a slope and then further cut into shreds. · Soak the shredded potatoes...
Pork dumpling with cabbage
Tasty and juicy filling wrapped with pleasantly chewy skin, Chinese pork dumpling with Napa cabbage is an absolute classic! This recipe includes make-from-scratch instructions. It’s safe to say that boiled dumplings with pork and Napa cabbage filling are the most popular variety in Northern China where dumplings are a common dinner option. I absolutely love the clean taste of this type of dumplings. With a simple dipping sauce, they make a tasty & healthy all-in-one meal. A tasty & juicy filling Here is a list of ingredients that you need to make the pork and cabbage filling Minced pork....
What Are Soup Dumplings
Soup Dumplings, or soup dumplings, are a type of steamed dumpling from Shanghai cuisine (Jiangsu province for the greater region). In China, you will find there are many versions of soup dumplings that come in different flavors and sizes, but the most popular one is Xiao Long Bao. It features a paper thin wrapper filled with a very mild pork filling and a pocket of fragrant soup, served with a gingery vinegar dipping sauce. Soup Dumplings is a type of dim sum that is traditionally enjoyed as a snack or during a meal as an appetizer or even a main...
What is Tom Yum Soup
Tom yum is a type of Thai hot and sour soup where the iconic flavours come from 3 herbs: lemongrass, galangal, and makrut (kaffir) lime leaves. I call these herbs the "tom yum trinity." It can be made with any meat or seafood, even leftover cooked meats, but the most popular version is made with shrimp, i.e. tom yum goong (goong means shrimp). If I had to pick a national dish for Thailand this would be a strong contender because it's eaten all over the country and is loved by essentially everyone. It's served at street-side eateries, fancy restaurants, and...
Thai Mango Sticky Rice Recipe
In Italy or France, a cheese platter may sometimes take the place of dessert, while in Thailand rice topped with sliced mango makes for a not-too-sweet after-meal treat. Should you find that this recipe for Thai-style mango sticky rice is not quite dessert-like enough to satisfy your sweet tooth, though, it might make for a refreshing side dish or a flavorful breakfast food. The glutinous rice used in this recipe, which is also called sweet or sticky rice, is not the same thing as the standard white rice typically found in supermarkets. Recipe developer Cecilia Ryu says of this rice,...
How to Eat Foods Without Preservatives
If you are trying to avoid preservatives in your diet, it is essential to learn how to identify them. Food manufacturers have an array of preservatives and additives that they add to foods for a host of reasons. Many times, food preservatives are commonly added to slow or prevent undesirable spoilage, discoloration, flavor loss, bacterial growth and mold or microbial growth. Although many preservatives have gotten a bad reputation, they do keep our foods safe from very harmful bacteria like botulism. Read labels carefully and work towards being an informed consumer so you can avoid foods or food products with...