Do you enjoy cooking and eating Chinese food? You do? Well, you’ll love this selection of delicious recipes for Chinese New Year!  From savory dumplings to sweet and sticky desserts, these dishes are perfect for celebrating the Lunar New Year in style. Whether you’re planning a festive feast or want to try something new, these […]

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Ready for a fun and tasty dessert adventure? Strawberry Tanghulu is calling your name! This delightful treat takes fresh, juicy strawberries and coats them in a satisfyingly crunchy sugar shell. Easy to make and perfect for sharing, it’s a sweet way to bring excitement to your table. Let’s dive into this mouthwatering Chinese street food […]

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Our Beef with Oyster Sauce Recipe is a must-try this Chinese New Year!  Bursting with rich flavors and tender beef slices, this recipe brings the essence of a Chinese restaurant into your home.  It’s an easy recipe to make for a festive family dinner or a cozy meal with friends. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this […]

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Dive into the tantalizing world of Chinese cuisine with our Sweet and Sour Pork Recipe, a dish that promises to delight your taste buds and add a dash of excitement to your dining table! Sweet and sour pork is a beloved classic found in Chinese restaurants, boasting a delicious blend of succulent pork and crispy […]

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Delving into our easy chicken spring rolls recipe is like unwrapping a gift of flavors—ideal for Chinese New Year or any festive occasion! Imagine golden brown, crispy spring rolls filled with a mixture of chicken and fresh vegetables, all seasoned to perfection with ginger, Chinese five-spice, soy sauce, and oyster sauce. Every bite is pure delight! Before […]

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Make homemade Chinese Pork Dumplings the easy way with our authentic recipe! The dumpling filling is made with ground pork, Chinese cabbage, and a variety of flavorings and is a perfect appetizer for Chinese New Year! Dumplings are a big part of Lunar New Year celebrations, symbolizing family togetherness. They also represent wealth and prosperity because of their crescent shapes, which […]

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Savor the flavor of this Chinese Five Spice Shrimp Recipe. A crispy, delicious appetizer perfect for any occasion! Celebrate Chinese New Year with an easy, spiced prawns recipe. This dish is a symphony of tastes, combining aromatic five-spice powder with juicy shrimp. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just craving something special, Chinese five-spice shrimp […]

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This delicious sheet pan Roasted Asian Shrimp and vegetable recipe is mouth-wateringly yummy. Ready to serve in just 40 minutes it is a wonderful dish to serve alongside rice or noodles. Pop the following ingredients into your shopping cart – shrimp, broccoli, peppers, onions, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, chili, and limes. Enjoy! Sheet Pan […]

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Looking for a scrumptious yet simple party appetizer or impressive dish for Chinese New Year? Instant Pot Asian-Style Sticky Ribs are the answer. Made using baby back ribs, homemade dry rub with Chinese 5-Spice, and a homemade sauce with fresh ginger, chili, and honey, they really pack a punch of flavor! Instant Pot Asian-Style Sticky […]

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Celebrate the Chinese New Year of the Ox with these yummy Chinese New Year Hot Cocoa Bombs! The hot chocolate bombs are covered in edible gold glitter dust, drizzled with melted red candy, and topped with gold sprinkles. I’ve got more delicious recipes for Chinese New Year for you to enjoy – right-click and open […]

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This quick and easy Shrimp Fried Rice is a perfect weeknight recipe idea. This dish is ready to go, start to finish, in under 30 minutes. This Asian Inspired dinner uses cooked rice, shrimp, frozen peas and carrots, and eggs. If you are craving takeout but don’t want to order out, this recipe will satisfy that craving.  […]

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This Chilli Chicken Stir-Fry recipe is low in fat but not low in flavor! The Slimming World-friendly stir-fry packs the heat with a couple of red chillies and is served with rice for a delicious meal any night of the week! I’ve got lots of great Slimming World Chicken Recipes for you to enjoy – […]

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Only 5 ingredients are needed to create this delicious Pineapple Beef Stir-Fry, which you can serve over rice or noodles. When life is busy, this 15-minute beef stir-fry recipe means you’ll have a scrumptious dinner on the table in no time at all! Pineapple Beef Stir-Fry The full ingredients list and instructions are found in […]

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Cauliflower Fried Rice is a staple keto-friendly side dish that goes perfectly with stir-fry recipes. But even when you’re not eating low-carb, it’s a delicious side that the whole family can enjoy! Cauliflower Fried Rice The full ingredients list and instructions are found in the printable recipe card at the end of this post. I […]

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Stir-fry is an easy dinner idea that is delicious and very versatile. This keto-friendly Cashew Pork Stir-Fry combines Asian flavors of ginger and sesame and is ready to eat in under 30 minutes! Cashew Pork Stir-Fry The full ingredients list and instructions are found in the printable recipe card at the end of this post. […]

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This Asian Cabbage Salad served with a warm spicy peanut dressing is full of delicious flavors and ready in just 25 minutes. If eating lighter and healthier is a part of your game plan for the new year, then definitely consider giving this recipe a try. Asian Cabbage Salad The full ingredients list and instructions […]

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To celebrate the Chinese New Year, why not make these Chinese Boiled Pork Dumplings? Filled with ground pork, cabbage, ginger, and soy sauce, they are simple to make and cook in just six minutes! Chinese Boiled Pork Dumplings The full ingredients list and instructions are found in the printable recipe card at the end of […]

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If you love Sweet and Sour Chicken but looking for a lower-fat alternative then you need to try this recipe! It is Slimming World friendly so it’s perfect for when you’re missing your favourite Chinese takeaway. Best of all the dish is FREE when Food Optimising! I’ve got more delicious Slimming World Chicken Recipes for […]

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This Slimming World friendly recipe for Kung Pao Chicken is perfect for when you are missing your weekend Chinese takeaway. It has just half a Syn per portion which is a LOT less than the version you can get at a takeaway. This spicy, stir-fried chicken and vegetable dish is ready to eat in under […]

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If you have ever had egg custard tarts and liked them, you simply must make these Hong Kong Egg Tarts! The egg is a symbol of fertility and is often enjoyed during the Chinese New Year. I’ve got more delicious recipes for Chinese New Year for you to enjoy – right-click and open these other […]

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Make these Fried Wontons for Chinese New Year as a starter to your celebration meal. These deep-fried dumplings offer an explosion of flavor that will keep your guests happy! I’ve got more delicious recipes for Chinese New Year for you to enjoy – right-click and open these other recipes in a new tab so that […]

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These Cantonese Spring Rolls are a wonderful starter to make for a Chinese New Year (Lunar New Year) dinner party. They are filled with pork, shrimp, and a variety of vegetables and deep-fried to golden perfection. A classic Chinese dish that is sure to be a hit with your guests! I’ve got more delicious recipes […]

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Celebrate Chinese New Year with Buddha’s Delight, a delicious vegan dish filled with a variety of vegetables and tofu, and thought to ensure good luck for the year ahead! I’ve got more delicious recipes for Chinese New Year for you to enjoy – right-click and open these other recipes in a new tab so that […]

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Make this recipe for Longevity Noodles for Chinese New Year to celebrate and welcome new beginnings. The long noodles represent good luck and long life, and as such, should not be cut or broken when cooking them. If the noodles can be eaten without biting through them, it’s considered even more auspicious. I’ve got more […]

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Another recipe for Chinese New Year for you to try out today – beef and broccoli in black bean sauce. I also like this dish with oyster sauce as well. It’s really simple and quick to prepare, and can be on the table in just a few minutes. When cooking stir fry dishes, you must […]

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