Creole Salad
In this spicy salad, acidic marinade tames and softens the shallot and celery, olives provide a meaty flavor and texture, cucumbers add fresh crunch, and feta brings a creamy tang. Continue reading Creole Salad
Category: Dinner
Japanese Omelette Sandwiches
The crunchy toast encases soft bread and layered sweet and savory egg with sharp Dijon and creamy Kewpie: texture and taste perfection. Continue reading Japanese Omelette Sandwiches
Farfalle with Sweet Peas and Creamy Mushroom Sauce
Sweet green peas, sautéed mushrooms, and heavy cream make this springy, earthy, and rich pasta dish come alive. Continue reading Farfalle with Sweet Peas and Creamy Mushroom Sauce
Cream of Cauliflower and Spinach Soup with Grilled Granny Smith Apple Melt Sandwiches
The grilled sandwiches provide a crunchy contrast to the creamy soup with buttered multi-grain toast and crisp green apple enriched with soft warm Brie and honey Dijon mustard. Continue reading Cream of Cauliflower and Spinach Soup with Grilled Granny Smith Apple Melt Sandwiches
Beef Chili with Poblano Peppers
I used to make chili with sweet green bell peppers but now prefer the medium heat of poblanos. If you have time, roast them over a grill or gas flame to add smoky flavor. Continue reading Beef Chili with Poblano Peppers
A Review of Peking Garden in Hong Kong
We chose Peking Garden, one of Maxim’s Chinese Cuisine’s longest-standing among its many provincial themed restaurants that serves authentic Peking cuisine Continue reading A Review of Peking Garden in Hong Kong
Learning to Make Lamian – Chinese Pulled Noodles
During my visit to Hong Kong, my brother’s future mother-in-law taught us to make lamian or pulled noodles along with a few accompanying dishes. Continue reading Learning to Make Lamian – Chinese Pulled Noodles
Celebrating Chinese New Year with Family and Homemade Dumplings
Northern Chinese families celebrate the new year reunion dinner by making dumplings together. Continue reading Celebrating Chinese New Year with Family and Homemade Dumplings
Carnitas with Poblano and Orange Salsa
The amazing and inviting aroma of pork, cumin, and garlic in your home will greet your guests at the front door. Continue reading Carnitas with Poblano and Orange Salsa
Chinese Chicken and Dumplings
I enjoy a warm bowl of North American chicken and dumplings as winter time comfort food, but most versions tend to be bland. I added common Chinese spices to add depth: garlic, ginger, star anise, whole cloves, and a touch of soy sauce. Continue reading Chinese Chicken and Dumplings
