Zesty Stir-Fried Chinese Rice Cakes: A Spicy Delight
Unleashing the Charm of Chinese Rice Cakes Chinese rice cakes have always held a special place in my culinary repertoire. These delectable bites, crafted from …
Sweet Sesame Crisps – Homemade
We argued for a long time over the most appropriate name for these round, flat sesame things. We discussed their terms: cookies, cookie crisps, crunches, …
Tostones With Tomato Salsa
I’m so excited to share this recipe for Tostones with Tomato Salsa with you – it’s a staff favorite at Woks of Life, and for …
Wok Fried Peanuts
You should always have a supply of these wok fried peanuts on hand. A lazy susan filled with small meals and a pot of tea …
Pita Chips & Homemade Hummus
Pita chips and homemade hummus are two of my favorite mindless snack foods, but buying them at the store can be expensive and unhealthy. Over …
Sticky Rice Hashbrowns
When I was a kid living in Shanghai, one of my favorite snacks was ci fan gao, or ” sticky rice hashbrowns” as they call …
Ratatouille Grilled Cheese
Do you guys feel what’s going on? It’s becoming darker earlier and chilly later now. Even here in Beijing, I can almost taste the apple …
Roasted Chickpeas
Even though I may be a little late to the roasted chickpeas party, I’ve lately learned the many benefits that the simple mix of roasted …
Philly Italian Pork Sandwich
Any visitor to Philadelphia knows that, while cheesesteaks are delicious, the city’s truly priceless culinary gem is the exquisite Philadelphia Italian pork sandwich. What makes …
Huevos Rancheros Nachos With Avocado Crema
HUEVOS RANCHEROS NACHOS WITH AVOCADO CREMA I had to come up with a killer breakfast or brunch dish for Father’s Day this morning. I created …
Hong Kong Coconut Buns
Coconut buns, often known as “cocktail buns,” are a popular bakery item in Hong Kong and other cities’ Chinatowns. It’s a sweet, thick coconut filling …
Chock Full O’ Nuts Chocolate Chip Cookies
“CHOCK FULL O’ NUTS” CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES Cookies with chocolate chips. Numerous studies have been done on white sugar to brown sugar, cake flour vs. …
Sea Salt And Chocolate Rice Krispies
SEA SALT AND CHOCOLATE RICE KRISPIES The age-old riddle is well-known to us all. Making Rice Krispie Goodies is a joyous experience since the treats …
Cranberry Orange Cookies
CRANBERRY ORANGE COOKIES Once again, the home is filled with people. Since everyone has returned for Christmas, the holiday hilarity has officially begun. Our annual …
Cream Cheese Wontons
CREAM CHEESE WONTONS Cream Cheese Wontons are a delicious, addicting, and humorously nostalgic delicacy that combine elements of Chinese and American cuisine. This dish was …
Brittle From Homemade Chinese Sesame Peanuts
BRITTLE FROM HOMEMADE CHINESE SESAME PEANUTS To keep our flat clean, we have a Beijing ayi (ayi means “aunt,” but it’s a common term given …
Cuban Sandwich
CUBAN SANDWICH Cuban sandwiches have been popular in a wide range of establishments, from diners to fine dining establishments, and it’s easy to see why. …
Xi’an Cumin Lamb Burgers
XI’AN CUMIN LAMB BURGERS Grilling meat on the barbecue will become a popular American tradition as Memorial Day approaches in just a few short weeks. …
Fried Tofu Sheets Chinese Style
FRIED TOFU SHEETS CHINESE STYLE Our family loves this recipe! Qiánzhang Rus is a popular cuisine in Hubei; it is a stir-fried dish made with …