Monthly Archives: May 2023

  1. Sweet and Sour Chicken

    Sweet and Sour Chicken

    Ingredients:

    • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
    • 1/2 cup cornstarch
    • Salt and pepper, to taste
    • Vegetable oil, for frying
    • 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks
    • 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
    • 1 small onion, cut into chunks
    • 1 cup pineapple chunks
    • 1/4 cup ketchup
    • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
    • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
    • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
    • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water

    Instructions:

    1. In a bowl, season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Add cornstarch and toss until evenly coated.
    2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
    3. In the same skillet, add a little
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  2. "Chinese Soul Food" by inspired Hsiao-Ching Chou: Honey Walnut Shrimp

    Honey Walnut Shrimp Recipe

    Honey Walnut Shrimp

    Ingredients:

    • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
    • 1/2 cup cornstarch
    • 1/2 cup walnuts, halved
    • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
    • 2 tbsp honey
    • 1 tbsp condensed milk
    • 1 tbsp lemon juice
    • Vegetable oil, for frying
    • Salt, to taste

    Instructions:

    1. In a bowl, coat the shrimp in cornstarch, shaking off any excess.
    2. In a separate pan, toast the walnuts over medium heat until fragrant and lightly browned. Set aside.
    3. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat.
    4. Fry the coated shrimp in batches until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
    5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, honey, condensed
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  3. Garlic Ginger Beef recipe

    Garlic Ginger Beef

    Ingredients:

    • 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
    • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
    • 4 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1-inch piece of ginger, peeled and minced
    • 2 green onions, chopped
    • 1 tbsp soy sauce
    • 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine
    • 1 tbsp cornstarch, mixed with 1 tbsp water
    • Salt and pepper, to taste

    Instructions:

    1. Heat the oil in a wok or skillet over high heat. Add the beef and stir-fry until browned.
    2. Add the garlic, ginger, and green onions to the wok and stir-fry until fragrant.
    3. Add the soy sauce and Shaoxing wine to the wok and stir-fry for another minute.
    4. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook until the sauce has thickened and the beef is coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    5. Serve hot over rice or noodles, garnished with additional green onions if desired.

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