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What to Cook This Week

Homemade Black Bean Sauce

This homemade black bean sauce simmers fermented black beans, dried chilies, Shaoxing wine, garlic, and ginger into a thick Chinese pantry sauce that holds for weeks in the fridge. I love that is ready in just 30 minutes and works for stir frying, marinating, steaming, and dipping.

Maggie Zhu

Modern Chinese Recipes with Maggie Zhu

Maggie Zhu was born and raised in Beijing and is now based in New York City. She is a recipe developer with over a decade of experience. Since 2013, she has been sharing Chinese recipes that help home cooks create authentic tasting dishes. She is currently an Editor in Residence at America’s Test Kitchen.

Dumplings, Wontons & Buns

Water boiled Chinese dumplings
How-Tos & Tips

How to Make Chinese Dumplings from Scratch

The ultimate guide to making Chinese dumplings from scratch. The dough can be used for both boiled dumplings (shui jiao, 水饺) and potstickers (guo tie, 锅贴). The dumpling wrappers are tender and thin, with a silky mouthfeel.

Favorite Noodle Recipes

Regional Cuisines