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Daikon soup (蘿蔔湯)

This daikon soup is like a warm hug from grandma’s kitchen! Subtly sweet, nourishing, and ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the perfect bowl to keep you cozy and healthy all winter long.

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Taiwanese beef noodle soup

This authentic Taiwanese beef noodle soup features tender beef shank, chewy noodles, and a rich, flavorful broth infused with warming spices. Made easy in a pressure cooker, it’s perfect for keeping you warm and satisfied all winter long.

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Hi, I’m ChihYu Smith

Welcome to I HEART UMAMI! I I’m ChihYu—a concert pianist turned best-selling cookbook author. My obsession? Creating easy, healthy Asian dinner recipes that taste incredible. With bold, vibrant flavors, I’ll help you make cooking feel effortless and fun. Healthy eating has never been this delicious!

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Chicken wontons with spicy sesame sauce

These Hong Kong-style chicken wontons are irresistibly juicy, wrapped in delicate thin wonton wrappers. Filled with garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and a hint of gochujang for extra depth, every bite is light, airy, and bursting with flavor

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A side close shot shows gooey cheesy dan bing drizzled with sweet and spicy sauce on top.

Dan Bing (Taiwanese egg crepes)

Authentic Taiwanese-style breakfast egg rolls are perfect for starting your day! With a slightly crisp exterior and savory, cheesy flavor, they’re everything you crave in the morning and the ideal grab-and-go meal.

Shirataki rice

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