Char Siu Bao (Steamed BBQ Pork Buns)
Char siu bao, or steamed BBQ pork buns, are one of my favorite foods of all time. Fluffy Chinese steamed buns or Mantou stuffed with sweet-savory Char Siu pork filling … Read more
Appetizer Recipes
A good appetizer is a perfect start to a special meal or a delicious snack. The appetizer recipes here are easy and delicious. From easy homemade Thai curry puffs to crispy potato latkes, you’re sure to find something here that is just what you are craving.
White Bean and Beet Hummus
Beet hummus is an unexpected and delightful twist on the classic. Beets add a gorgeous, bright hue as well as a flavor boost and additional health benefits. And who doesn’t … Read more
Spicy Corn Cakes
These Spicy Corn Cakes are full of fresh corn, chilies, cilantro, and cheese. They make a great brunch dish and are easy enough to make while camping. That’s my kind … Read more
Brazilian Cheese Bread or Pão de Queijo
Brazilian Cheese Bread, aka pao de queijo, are crisp on the outside, chewy on the inside, and loaded with cheesy goodness. They are also naturally gluten free! With a blog … Read more
Easy Onigiri Recipe: Delicious Japanese Rice Balls
Onigiri, Japanese rice triangles or Japanese rice balls with savory fillings, are great to eat on the go. This onigiri recipe provides an easy step-by-step guide for how to make … Read more
Super Lemony Smoked Trout Spread
Have you noticed, attentive readers, how much I love smoked fish? (Permit me to introduce into evidence Exhibit A and Exhibit B.) This is because smoked fish has a very delicious … Read more
Baked Sweet Potato Fries with Five-Spice and Lemon Ginger Aioli
I’m happy to report that I’m still on the Chinese five-spice powder kick that I wrote about back in February. This traditional Asian spice blend, which is easy to find … Read more
Sardine Salad with Parsley and Lemon
Tapas-style sardine salad makes a good appetizer, lunch, small dinner plate, snack, or even breakfast. I owe a big thank you to my food-loving friend Carolyn for introducing me to … Read more
Grandma Fran’s Vegetarian Chopped Liver
Back in April I wrote a post about my Aunt Hilda’s Carrot Vichyssoise. At the time I was writing the history of my paternal grandfather’s family, and I thought it … Read more
Chinese Five-Spice Peanuts: The Irresistible Snack
Ever since Robin and I developed our Five-Spice Roast Pork dish for The Lazy Gourmet (p.126) I’ve been a little bit obsessed with Chinese five-spice powder. It’s an intriguing and … Read more