Welcome to my site about modern Chinese cooking, Asian inspired dishes, and classic recipes cooked in my small Austin kitchen. When it comes to cooking, getting the best taste is always my priority, but I try to take a less labor-intensive approach. Originally from Beijing, now I live in the US and travel around the world. Start browsing recipes and subscribe my weekly newsletter!
Chinese bamboo shoots (竹笋, zhú sǔn), also known as bamboo sprouts, are conical, creamy-coloured tender shoots cut from the bamboo…
Fermented beans (豆豉, dòu chǐ), also known as fermented black beans or Chinese fermented beans, are such a staple to…
Lots of Chinese recipes uses alcohol to enhance flavor. When a recipe calls for cooking wine, it usually mean Shaoxing…
Although Chinese cooking uses both Chinkiang vinegar (also called Chinese black vinegar) and rice vinegar, the former is used more…