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Steamed Tofu and Shiitake

Steamed Tofu and Shiitake

Tofu is just perfect when steamed, and placing shiitake slices around the tofu will absorb all the juices and sauces making them super flavorful. You can either …

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Pork Belly and Snake Bean in Black Bean Sauce

Pork Belly and Snake Bean in Black Bean Sauce

There are probably many many Chinese dishes that one can prepare with a bottle of black bean garlic sauce, and I think cooking pork with said sauce is one of …

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Steamed Prawn with Chili and Garlic

Steamed Prawn with Chili and Garlic

Definitely one of the easiest and fastest prawn recipe, not to mention they look lovely and fit for a banquet. If you don’t own a microwave, you can make the …

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Pumpkin in Ginger Syrup

Pumpkin in Ginger Syrup

The Chinese probably have a million dessert where everything is cooked in ginger syrup. We are firm believers that ginger is good for your body, especially when …

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Chicken Porridge

Chicken Porridge

I love having porridge in the morning, especially since my Mom gave me a slow cooker (thanks Mom! ♥) and I can leave it to cook overnight. Believe me, the nice …

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Bihun Goreng Medan - Medan Style Stir Fried Vermicelli

Bihun Goreng Medan - Medan Style Stir Fried Vermicelli

Bihun goreng is another hawker food that I grew up with, especially when I was still living in Medan. As I remember it, this was sold in a folded banana leaf …

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Ayam Goreng Kiam Boi - Fried Chicken with Fruit Seasoning

Ayam Goreng Kiam Boi - Fried Chicken with Fruit Seasoning

There are a couple of Chinese restaurants near my parents home serving ayam goreng kiam boi. I find them delicious and it seems to be pretty popular with their …

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Ginkgo Nuts and Ginseng Chicken Soup

Ginkgo Nuts and Ginseng Chicken Soup

Ginkgo nuts, ginseng, lotus seeds, and jujube fruits cooked with one whole chicken to produce a scrumptious and healthy soup. This is another family favorite …

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Wonton and Chicken Mushroom Noodles Soup

Wonton and Chicken Mushroom Noodles Soup

Sunday is a great day since it is when we usually see my parents or Piti’s parents. If the meet up happens to be in the morning, we always end up either having …

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Kwetiau Goreng Sapi - Stir Fried Beef and Flat Rice Noodles

Kwetiau Goreng Sapi - Stir Fried Beef and Flat Rice Noodles

This recipe is a build up from my previous post on Kwetiau Goreng with the addition of beef, egg, and sweet soy sauce. If beef is not your choice of meat, you …

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Dim Sum Chicken and Shrimp Shu Mai

Dim Sum Chicken and Shrimp Shu Mai

It is always a delight to spend a lazy Sunday dim sum brunch with my family. Favorite dishes: shu mai, har gao, char siu bao, egg tart, xiao long bao, and so …

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Daikon and Chicken Soup

Daikon and Chicken Soup

I love daikon, and with the addition of chicken in this soup, this easily makes for a filling meal when served with a bowl of steamed white rice. Some of you …

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