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Salmon chunks sliced and seasoned then either air fried or oven baked and coated with bang bang sauce on a plate.

Bang bang salmon bites

Bang bang salmon bites are a delightful protein option perfect for an appetizer, salad topping, in a crispy salmon bowl, or for holiday finger food. Healthy and delicious, this flavorful salmon is juicy inside,...

Image shows Roasted cubed Chinese eggplant served in a big round plate drizzled with a creamy sauce on top

Roasted Chinese Eggplant

These Roasted Chinese eggplants are caramelized to perfection! With a buttery soft interior that practically melts on your tongue with every bite, this naturally gluten-free and vegan side dish is an effortless way to...

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Air fryer rice

Air fryer rice is a simple, hands-off kitchen staple that ties any meal together. Using just three ingredients, this air fryer recipe delivers perfectly fluffy rice—never mushy—every time. As an Asian, I’m very picky...

Photo shows Chinese air fried eggplant served on a white plate with sauce on the side

Air fryer Chinese eggplant

This air fryer Chinese eggplant is a fast and easy side dish. I’ll show you how to air fry Chinese eggplant with the best seasoning and technique. It’s crispy on the outside and tender...

Photo shows Yuxiang Chinese eggplant stir fried with garlic sauce served on a white plate

Chinese Eggplant With Garlic Sauce

Chinese eggplant with garlic sauce is a true Chinese classic that is super flavorful and deeply satisfying. Melt-in-your-mouth tender eggplant is coated in a tangy, garlicky eggplant sauce that’s sweet, a bit spicy, tangy,...

A close shot shows thinly sliced beef marinated with tenderize seasoning in a white bowl

Beef Stir Fry Marinade

Beef stir fry marinade is an Asian cooking staple. This quick marinade takes only 15 minutes and requires no chopping or grating. Use this marinade to flavor and tenderize beef for a perfectly juicy...

A close shot photo shows sliced and marinated beef stir fry with onions and peppers served in a light color plate.

Chinese Pepper Steak

My Chinese pepper steak recipe combines perfectly tender wok-seared beef with crisp bell peppers and sweet onions in a finger-licking stir-fry sauce—ready in 30 minutes or less. This easy takeout favorite is bursting with...

Photo shows the dish Spicy Cucumber Salad spiral-cut served with Chinese chili dressing on a light colored plate with chili sauce on the side.

Spicy Cucumber Salad

Spicy cucumber salad is an iconic Chinese dish with bold flavors and a refreshing crunch. Great as an appetizer or healthy side, this refreshing spiral cucumber salad has the right amount of spice from...

An image shows cucumber gazpacho served in a white bowl with chili pepper flakes on the side.

Cucumber Gazpacho

Cucumber gazpacho is the simple, no-cook star of any summer menu! This cool and refreshing chilled soup is tangy, creamy, light, and healthy. Mine is more flavorful than other cucumber gazpacho recipes, thanks to...