The Woks of Life
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We are a family of four (Bill & Judy, and daughters Sarah & Kaitlin), and The Woks of Life is our way of sharing our recipes & travels with each other and the world.
What began in 2013 as a quest to document our family's history through food has become a robust online community. Since then, our blog has been recognized as the online authority on Chinese cooking in English!
The Woks of Life
2d ago
Today we’re going to teach you how to make fried rice just like Chinese restaurants, with an easy fried rice formula! You can make restaurant-style fried rice out of almost anything if you use the right ratios of rice, protein, vegetables, and seasonings. We’ve posted over 30 fried rice recipes across The Woks of Life, ... View Post ..read more
The Woks of Life
4d ago
This baked kimchi rice with cheese is surprisingly easy to make (with just 10 ingredients), vegetarian, and so tasty and satisfying! If you’ve never tried this combination, you’ll be shocked at how well the tangy spicy kimchi goes with creamy melted cheese. Kimchi & Cheese: A Winning Combination We have a delicious kimchi fried rice ... View Post ..read more
The Woks of Life
1w ago
This taro stir-fry with scallion oil is so simple, with just 8 ingredients. It takes less than 30 minutes to make, but despite its simplicity, it’s surprisingly delicious! If you aren’t from Zhejiang Province, this is probably the first time you’re seeing it, but I encourage you to try it and enjoy a taste of ... View Post ..read more
The Woks of Life
1w ago
This is an easy homemade tea recipe that doesn’t require tea bags, is caffeine-free, and uses ingredients that you may already have in your pantry and spice cabinet! It tastes like a fancy designer tea blend with a subtle sweetness, but doesn’t cost an arm and a leg either. While this recipe may not fit ... View Post ..read more
The Woks of Life
2w ago
I make this winter vegetable soup recipe nearly weekly. Everyone who’s tasted it is amazed that I basically only use water and vegetables to make it. I’m even surprised at how all the ingredients come together so beautifully and easily. It’s amazing! Let this healthy, vegetarian and vegan, nourishing vegetable soup warm you up through ... View Post ..read more
The Woks of Life
2w ago
This colorful, aromatic Thai Vegetable Curry recipe may be vegetarian, but it doesn’t skimp on flavor. Creamy coconut milk and Thai red curry paste create the perfect base for tender eggplant, crisp vegetables, and fragrant Thai basil. The beauty of this dish is its versatility. You can easily adjust the spice level by using less ... View Post ..read more
The Woks of Life
3w ago
Steamed Pork Ribs with Fermented Red Bean Curd is the perfect make-ahead Chinese dish for a busy weeknight. Marinate the ribs the night before, and put them in the refrigerator. When you get home from work, place them into the steamer, fire up the rice cooker, blanch some green veggies, and you have a super-delicious ... View Post ..read more
The Woks of Life
1M ago
This Hakka taro roll is a little-known recipe that you may only see around Lunar New Year. Julienned taro and a bit of ground meat are mixed with dried mushrooms, dried shrimp, Chinese sausage, and peanuts. The mixture gets rolled in tofu skin to hold it together, steamed, and pan-fried until crispy. While it’s a ... View Post ..read more
The Woks of Life
1M ago
This Chinese Garlic Shrimp Clay Pot recipe is impressive, very delicious, and surprisingly easy to make. It is a great candidate for Chinese New Year dinner, not just because it symbolizes wealth and happiness “rolling in,” but also because you can prepare the entire dish in advance! This also makes it a wonderful makeahead weeknight ... View Post ..read more
The Woks of Life
1M ago
Braised eggs with noodles is a dish that you won’t necessarily find anywhere else. It’s more of a concept than a dish! You braise scrambled eggs in a sauce with vegetables and aromatics, and the savory mixture gets served over noodles. It’s a low-cost breakfast, lunch, or dinner option that has your protein, veggies, and ... View Post ..read more