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What to do with...leftover sauces from Hainanese Chicken?

Q: I have leftover sauces left after I made the Hainanese Chicken Rice. What can I do with them? A: SO much! Use them straight as dipping...

chrisredthreadkitc

Feb 1, 20212 min read

Bo Lo Bao - "Pineapple" Bao/Baozi

Although called "Pineapple" Bao, it doesn't actually contain any pineapple. Its name comes from the cookie topping which is yellow and...

cyeeahn

Jan 31, 20215 min read

What to do with...leftover Hainanese Chicken broth?

Q: I have all this leftover poaching liquid left after I made the Hainanese Chicken Rice. What can I do with it? A: DON'T THROW IT OUT!!!...

cyeeahn

Jan 31, 20211 min read

Sugar

I know it sounds silly to make a post on sugar but there are some unusual sugars in Asian recipes. I just wanted to show a picture of...

cyeeahn

Jan 29, 20211 min read

Hainanese Chicken Rice

Such a simple dish that is easy to make and SO delicious! The chicken is simply poached in water, ginger and scallions which then makes a...

cyeeahn

Jan 29, 20214 min read

Sweet Fillings - White Sesame and Peanut

Another delicious option for filling in tong yuen/tangyuan. Sweet, nutty and slightly crunchy this filling matches nicely with glutinous...

cyeeahn

Jan 28, 20211 min read

Sweet Fillings - Black Sesame

This is another delicious filling in tong yuen/tangyuan. Sweet and nutty this filling makes a delicious filling in your favorite snacks....

cyeeahn

Jan 28, 20211 min read

Sweet Fillings - Black Sesame and Peanut

Our favorite filling in tong yuen/tangyuan. Sweet and slightly crunchy this filling goes perfectly with the soft sticky glutinous rice...

cyeeahn

Jan 28, 20211 min read

Sweet Fillings - Custard

Fill steamed or baked baos with this custard for a deliciously smooth, sweet, eggy custard. I think it would be delicious as a mochi...

cyeeahn

Jan 28, 20212 min read

Sweet Fillings - Peanut

Peanuts work so well in sweet and savory dishes. This peanut filling is sweet and still has a nice crunch adding texture to whatever...

cyeeahn

Jan 28, 20211 min read

Sweet Fillings - Coconut

This is the original/authentic filling for baked Cantonese "gai mei bao". It is sweet and the coconut gives the chew a bit of crispiness....

cyeeahn

Jan 28, 20211 min read

Sweet Fillings - Almond Coconut

I combined two ingredients we love, almonds and coconut, to make our new favorite sweet bao filling! Like a paste but with texture, this...

cyeeahn

Jan 28, 20211 min read

Sauces

Ready to use sauces come every flavor, color and consistency imaginable each with it's distinct taste and use. They make each dish...

cyeeahn

Jan 27, 20213 min read

Sweet Fillings - Lotus Seed Paste

Lotus seed paste is mild and luxurious. It has a slightly smoother texture than red bean paste and is very light in color. It takes a bit...

cyeeahn

Jan 27, 20212 min read

Dried mushrooms, fungus, plants and flowers

There are so many kinds of dried fungus and plants and flowers, each with their own distinct flavor and texture not to mention medicinal...

cyeeahn

Jan 27, 20212 min read

Dried Noodles

Who doesn't love noodles? They come in all shapes, sizes and made of all kinds of ingredients from rice to sweet potato starch. No...

cyeeahn

Jan 27, 20212 min read

Dried meats and seafood

Drying and preserving creates some amazingly intense flavors. A small amount adds a big punch. Here are some dried meats and seafood I...

cyeeahn

Jan 27, 20212 min read

Basic Dough - Steamed Baos/Baozi

I've used this same recipe for about 20 years and it doesn't disappoint! It yields a pillowy soft and fluffy dough to surround your...

cyeeahn

Jan 26, 20212 min read

Basic Dough - Baked Baos/Baozi (Milk Bread Recipe)

This rich milk dough is moist, stretchy, fluffy and sweet. It is absolutely delicious on its own and reminds me of King's Hawaiian rolls...

cyeeahn

Jan 26, 20213 min read

Dried Fruits, Nuts, Seeds and Beans

Dried ingredients such as nuts, seeds and beans are essential base ingredients in many fillings. Here are some of the key ingredients and...

cyeeahn

Jan 26, 20212 min read