Are you looking to explore the diverse world of Chinese cuisine? Look no further than these delicious, traditional home-cooked Chinese recipes. Impress your loved ones with your newfound skills and uncover the hidden gems beyond the usual sweet and sour pork and Chinese BBQ Pork (Char Siu). Plus, these recipes are quick and easy to follow, taking under 30 minutes to prepare.
Char Siu (Chinese BBQ Pork)
Chinese BBQ pork is used in many rice and noodle dishes, but it's actually not that intimidating or difficult to make at home as well! It's actually quite easy to make at home both in the oven and over the grill, the key is to get the char at the very end which thickens the sauce makes it super sweet and sticky.
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Chinese Stir Fried Ketchup Shrimp
If you like sweet and sour pork, you'll love ketchup shrimp. There's no deep frying involved so its quick to make and the sweet and sour sauce is super easy to put together. To make the shrimp even tastier, you can use pre-peeled frozen shrimp so each piece of shrimp is coated with that delicious sauce!
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Scrambled Eggs with Shrimp
Another quick and easy dish that's very often made in Chinese households on busy nights is scrambled eggs with shrimp. It doesn't require a lot of ingredients and these fluffy scrambled eggs with large chunks of shrimp are absolutely delicious served with rice.
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Easy Chinese Steamed Chicken
This Chinese Steamed Chicken recipe is a go-to for my family's weeknight dinners. From start to finish, it takes 30 minutes and it's a delicious, healthy, and easy meal option. The chicken is marinated with a delicious oyster sauce-based sauce and steamed with Chinese sausage (lap cheong) and shiitake mushrooms, making it a dish you'll want to enjoy with a big bowl of rice.
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Chinese Eggplant with Garlic Sauce
Chinese eggplant is a dish that’s packed with flavor in every bite! It’s made with perfectly cooked Asian eggplant that’s cooked in a delicious garlic sauce made with ground pork. The soft texture of the eggplant, and the tangy, spicy notes of the garlic sauce is absolutely delicious with a bowl of steamed rice!
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Chinese Steamed Pork Patty
This authentic Chinese steamed pork patty recipe is a delicious blend of umami flavors from the Chinese sausage and preserved vegetables mixed with minced pork. It's juicy, rich, and a true Asian comfort food with a bowl of steamed rice.
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Three Cup Chicken
Traditionally, this dish uses chopped pieces of dark meat chicken but to keep it simple, I like to use chicken wings (which I find more delicious). In this dish, chicken is braised in a sweet and savory soy sauce that is flavored with toasted ginger and garlic and then tossed with Thai basil.
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Chinese Tomato Egg Stir Fry
Similar to tomato sauce, this traditional Chinese recipe makes use of fresh tomatoes, but doesn't fully cook them down so you get delicious burst of tomatoes in every bite. The sauciness along with the bits of scrambled eggs is delicious when served with a side of rice.
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Char Siu (Chinese BBQ Pork)
Chinese BBQ pork is used in many rice and noodle dishes, but it's actually not that intimidating or difficult to make at home as well! It's actually quite easy to make at home both in the oven and over the grill, the key is to get the char at the very end which thickens the sauce makes it super sweet and sticky.
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Singapore Noodles
This Singapore Noodles (aka Singapore Mei Fun) recipe will give you the tastiest takeout style dish in the comfort of your own home. This dry curry noodle dish is made with stir-fried vermicelli noodles, curry powder, shrimp, strips of eggs, char siu, and vegetables.
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Chinese Turnip Cake
Although this is called turnip cake, it is not cake like at all. It's savory with a dense chewy texture with bits of turnip and Chinese sausage mixed within it. It's quite common to see them at dim sum and tastes best when pan fried (after it has been steamed) which gives it a nice crispy exterior.
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Steamed Spare Ribs with Black Bean Sauce
This simple traditional Chinese steamed spare ribs recipe is absolutely delicious and loaded with garlic and umami from the black bean sauce. The best part is it takes less than 15 minutes in the steamer to cook so you can have this on the table in less than 30 minutes.
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Yeung Chow Fried Rice
This Yeung Chow Fried Rice recipe brings the authentic flavors of a classic Chinese restaurant right into your kitchen. It's the perfect way to use up leftovers, transforming them into a delicious, family-friendly meal that's quick and easy to prepare.
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Chinese Stuffed Peppers
If you ever had dim sum, you may have seen these stuffed peppers (along with stuffed eggplant and tofu) served there! These stuffed peppers can be made two different ways, stuffed with pork or stuffed with shrimp and topped with a garlic black bean sauce. To keep things easier, you can use store-bought black bean sauce instead.
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Scallion Pancakes
This savory pancake is crispy and an addictive snack. Traditionally, it is made by mixing flour, water and salt with scallions but for my recipe, I use pre-made puff pastry so the pancake is a bit more flakier with delicate buttery layers of pastry. I also use five spice and miso to give this delicious savory pancake an additional layer of flavor as well!
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Asian Beef Bowls
This Asian beef bowls with rice recipe is a savory, super quick, and easy meal that's the perfect way to elevate ground beef to a new level. With its rich flavors and tender and velvety ground beef, it's a must-try for any Asian food lover who wants a cozy one-bowl meal!
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Chinese Sticky Rice (Lo Mai Fan)
Chinese sticky rice is also another old school dim sum recipe that is not very common nowadays in restaurants. Sticky rice is first soaked and then steamed until it becomes super sticky, before it's stir fried with Chinese sausage, peanuts and dried shrimp! It's a two step process but is definitely worth it if you love chewy sticky rice. I also add a crispy topping on top to give it another layer of texture which makes it incredibly satisfying to enjoy.
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Honey Walnut Shrimp
Try this honey walnut shrimp recipe for a delicious homemade version of the classic takeout dish. Crispy shrimp, creamy sweet and savory sauce, and candied walnuts make this dish a real treat! It’s the perfect Panda Express copycat recipe, but better!
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Shrimp and Broccoli Stir Fry
This shrimp and broccoli stir fry recipe is a quick, healthy, and delicious alternative to your usual Chinese takeout. With its perfect blend of tender shrimp, crisp broccoli, and a savory sauce, it's a meal that's guaranteed to impress in under 30 minutes!
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Hot Pot
Hot pot is equally a meal, as well as an experience. It's a communal meal shared with friends and family that requires you to cook your own ingredients in a bubbling pot of broth in the center of the table. It can be an elaborate meal with lots of different ingredients, but it can also be a very small and simple meal with just a few ingredients as well. I definitely encourage you to try it at least once with friends and family!
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noah smith says
Authentic Chinese Recipes You Can Easily Make at Home" is a fantastic guide for anyone looking to explore rich, traditional flavors without the complexity. Simple, delicious, and perfect for home cooks of all levels!
Joyce Lee says
Hi Noah!
Thank you!