This stir-fried Chinese sticky rice (Lo Mai Fan) produces the perfect texture and is bursting with aroma, making for a wonderful one-pan meal. [feast_advanced_jump_to] What is Lo Mai Fan Rice plays an irreplaceable role in Chinese cuisine. Apart from regular white rice which is often made into plain steamed rice or congee, glutinous rice (aka sticky rice or sweet rice) is another popular choice, usually cooked with various flavorful ingredients. Today’s recipe, Lo Mai Fan/糯米饭, or simply Chinese sticky rice, is a Cantonese classic dish. It’s crafted with glutinous rice, Chinese sausages, shiit ..read more

Flavorful, gooey rice with tender chicken wrapped in aromatic leaves, Lo Mai Gai is a classic dim sum dish loved by many. Learn to make it at home! [feast_advanced_jump_to] What is Lo Mai Gai Lo Mai Gai, or Nuò Mǐ Jī/糯米鸡, is known as Sticky Rice Chicken in Lotus Leaves. It’s one of the most ordered dishes in Cantonese dim sum restaurants. Like its counterparts such as Har Gow, Char Siu Bao, Siu Mai, etc, they’re served piping hot in small bamboo baskets and it’s an absolute delight on the palate. In essence, they are lotus leaf-wrapped parcels stuffed with well-seasoned glutinous rice, chick ..read more

An easy version of Yangzhou fried rice, a classic stir-fry dish combining a wide range of flavors and textures. Make it in under 15 minutes! [feast_advanced_jump_to] What is Yangzhou fried rice Yangzhou fried rice (Yángzhōu Chǎo Fàn/扬州炒饭), also known as Young Chow fried rice, holds a cherished position in the family of Chinese fried rice dishes. It’s considered the next-level fried rice, the one that excels in many different ways. In contrast to other well-known fried rice variations like egg fried rice, pork fried rice, and soy sauce fried rice, which emphasize a specific ingredient in thei ..read more

Make perfect soy sauce fried rice in just 5 minutes! This recipe calls for basic ingredients and easy preparation, with pro tips to ensure consistent success every time. [feast_advanced_jump_to] What is soy sauce fried rice Today, I’m adding another member of the Chinese fried rice family to my blog. Soy Sauce Fried Rice (Jiàng Yóu Chǎo Fàn/酱油炒饭) refers to fried rice that’s distinctively flavored with soy sauce. Among many varieties of this classic dish, I’ve chosen to introduce the most basic, vegan version which can be easily altered with extra proteins and vegetables. Although simple, it ..read more

Classic clay pot rice in less than 20 mins! It can be made with either Chinese sausage or marinated chicken. Alternative cookware methods included. [feast_advanced_jump_to] What is clay pot rice Known as Bao Zai Fan/煲仔饭 in Chinese, clay pot rice (aka Chinese rice casserole) is a mouthwatering street food popular in Canton and Hong Kong, the region where Cantonese cuisine dominates. Essentially, it’s rice with one or more savory toppings cooked in a traditional clay pot and served with a soy sauce based seasoning mix. It stands out for its rich flavor and aroma, as well as a pleasing contrast ..read more

Inspired by the famous Hainanese chicken rice, this easy one-pot recipe stands out for its simple approach and delectable flavours. You can make it in a regular pot, an instant pot or a rice cooker. I really love one-pot meals! Not only are they time-saving, but also the flavour of each ingredient combines very well when cooked together (Think Chicken Chow Mein, Pork Fried Rice, etc.). Today’s recipe, One-Pot Chicken Rice, has a firm place on the rotating dinner menu in our Red House. Tender pieces of chicken accompanied by fragrant rice and a refreshing scallion ginger sauce, they’re all coo ..read more

A complete guide to congee which includes the ideal ratio, a shortcut method, seasoning, topping ideas and make-ahead tips. What is congee? When it comes to the staples of Chinese food, steamed rice and noodles would be at the top of most people’s list. Another common staple is congee, but it doesn’t seem to have the recognition that it deserves. Essentially made with just rice and water, congee is commonly known as Chinese rice porridge or Jook/Zhou/粥 in Chinese. It’s like a soft, runny version of steamed rice. That is why in some regions of China, this dish is also called Xi Fan/稀饭 which lit ..read more

Skip the take-out and cook this delicious pork fried rice in less than 20 minutes. Enjoy the mix of fluffy rice, tender pork and crunchy veggies coated with umami-filled seasoning. Learn tips and tricks to cook it to perfection. A quick all-in-one dish In a Chinese household, cooked rice never goes to waste. One of the quickest and easiest ways to make use of leftover rice is to turn it into fried rice the following day. It can be as simple as a classic Egg Fried Rice or something more elaborate like my Beef and Pineapple Fried Rice. Today’s recipe, pork fried rice, is an all-in-one recipe re ..read more

It’s easy to cook perfect jasmine rice on the stovetop. These three simple methods don’t require a precise rice water ratio and work like a charm every single time. A video tutorial included. Have you heard people say that “every Chinese/Asian household owns a rice cooker”? Well, I think I’m an exception despite being born and raised in China. Having been cooking rice on the stovetop almost every other day for 15 years, I’m very happy to share three easy ways to cook jasmine rice: in a saucepan, in a strainer, or in a steamer. I’ve included a video tutorial in the recipe card below. Why do I ..read more

Chinese egg fried rice is an easy stir fry that anyone can make. But to make it light, fluffy and tasty, you need to follow some traditional tips and tricks. Not until I started living abroad did I realise egg fried rice is an essential dish on typical Chinese restaurant menus outside China. But I understand why it’s so popular. For those who aren’t keen to eat plain rice as a staple, egg fried rice is much more appealing since the stir-frying process and seasonings make rice much more flavourful. How to make it top-notch As a homemade dish, it’s so simple to cook. What you need is just a ha ..read more