One of the simplest and most comforting Chinese home dishes — fluffy scrambled eggs stir-fried with juicy tomatoes. Slightly sweet, slightly savory, and deeply satisfying. Served with steamed rice, this 15-minute dish is a go-to for busy days or when you want pure comfort on a plate.
Author: Ellen
One-Pot Chicken and Rice – Aromatic, Simple, Comforting
One pan, a handful of aromatics, and dinner is done. This one-pot chicken and rice simmers gently with garlic, onions, leeks, dates, and ginger slices for subtle sweetness and depth. The rice absorbs all the chicken juices for perfectly tender grains. A sprinkle of sesame seeds finishes this cozy family […]
Teriyaki Chicken & Beef Rice Bowl (Edo Japan Copycat Recipe)
Authentic-style Gyu-Tori Don with Stir-Fried Veggies and Homemade Teriyaki Sauce If you’ve ever craved that glossy, sweet-salty teriyaki bowl from Edo Japan, this homemade copycat Teriyaki Chicken & Beef Donburi hits all the right notes — juicy velveted chicken thighs, thin-sliced steak (just like filet mignon or sirloin), and a […]
Steamed Chicken in Lotus Leaf (荷叶鸡)
Fragrant, tender chicken wrapped in lotus leaf and steamed to perfection — a Chinese banquet classic brought home There’s something magical about unwrapping food from a lotus leaf. The aroma hits first — earthy, tea-like, and warm. Then the steam rises, carrying notes of soy, garlic, and Shaoxing wine. Inside? […]
Soft, Fluffy Hokkaido Milk Bread (Shokupan Style)
A Japanese-style milk bread made with the Tangzhong method for perfect structure and pillowy softness When I say this loaf disappeared in one day, I’m not exaggerating. I pulled it out of the oven, and within an hour, it was gone — devoured by my kids and husband while it […]
Korean BBQ Short Ribs (LA Galbi)
Juicy, smoky, flanken-cut short ribs marinated in soy, garlic, and Asian pear — the classic Korean galbi you love, made easy at home. If you’ve ever had galbi (갈비) at a Korean BBQ restaurant, you know exactly what makes it unforgettable: the savory-sweet marinade, the sizzle of the grill, and […]
Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry – Tender, Saucy, and Packed with Umami
If you’re looking for a simple, nourishing, and deeply satisfying weeknight dinner, this Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry is exactly what you need. Quick to make, loaded with tender beef, crisp vegetables, and coated in a rich, savory sauce full of umami, this classic Chinese-American dish is pure comfort in a […]
Build Your Own Perfect Bowl – Authentic Chintan (Clear Broth) Ramen – Highly Customizable Japanese Ramen
When most people hear “ramen,” they often think of rich, heavy bowls like tonkotsu ramen —the famous pork bone broth that’s thick, creamy, and full of emulsified fat.Others may imagine tsukemen ramen, where cold noodles are dipped into a highly concentrated broth served separately. But the truth is, everyday ramen […]