One of the best things about eating hot pot is the dipping sauce options. While hot pot is shared communally over a simmering pot of broth, an array of vegetables, proteins, and carbs, the dipping sauce is your own and open to endless possibilities. There are infinite ways to make hot pot dipping sauce, from soy sauce to sesame paste,…
You can have fresh herbs year-round by growing an indoor garden. Making an indoor herb garden is a great option for those living in an apartment or small space because you can customize the setup and variety to suit your environment. What herbs should you choose? Before heading out to your local nursery to buy seeds or plants, it’s best…
Tanghulu is a super viral traditional Chinese street dessert that pairs fresh fruit with a sweet and crunchy candy coating on a stick. You don’t have to travel abroad to eat these hard-candied covered fruit at home. Learn how to make tanghulu at home with our tips and tricks, learned through trial and error. What is tanghulu? Tanghulu is a…
Hainanese chicken rice is a Singaporean staple infused with spicy and bright ginger, pungent garlic, and rich chicken flavors. This minimal chicken rice dish includes tender, poached chicken, fragrant Jasmine rice with rendered chicken fat, and a flavorful broth. In theory, Hainan chicken rice seems like a simple dish, but there are some tips and tricks for properly poaching the…
Try this easy gyoza dipping sauce recipe to perfectly complement your batch of hot potstickers. This gyoza dipping sauce has a traditional tare, a traditional Japanese sauce base that tastes savory, slightly sweet, and tangy with a touch of nutty sesame. And, of course, it’s topped off with a bit of spiciness with Japanese chili oil. What are gyoza /…
Need a creamy and tangy dipping sauce with a kick for your next shrimp cocktail party? Try this flavorful, rich shrimp sauce that only takes 15 minutes to whip up and pairs well with just about any steamed seafood. Our variation of this traditional English shrimp sauce is full of rich, umami flavor with citrusy lemon juice, spicy Tabasco sauce,…
Bánh khọt are mini Vietnamese savory pancakes filled with tender pieces of pork and seasoned tender shrimp. Wrap them in layers of leafy greens, minty herbs, and tangy pickles, then dip them in a sweet and flavorful fish sauce for the perfect flavor-packed bite. When you make them at home, the freshness and crispness can’t be beat. I’m a control…
Tempura dipping sauce, or tentsuyu, is a traditional Japanese dipping sauce made from dashi (stock), mirin, soy sauce, and grated daikon radish. It’s slightly salty with a hit of savory, and sweet flavor. If you’re deep frying your vegetables and shrimp in homemade tempura batter, this sauce is the perfect pairing. This authentic tempura dipping sauce only uses five ingredients…
Smokey and packed with protein, these smoked chicken breasts are perfect for meal prepping for the week. Or, if you’ve been wanting to learn how to make your own smoked deli meats at home, try this tender and flavorful way of making chicken sandwiches on the smoker. We use a wet brine and dry rub combination to get the best…
This Mexican rice recipe features zingy, fire-roasted tomatoes, pungent aromatics, and rich chicken stock or broth. Because for me, nothing completes a Mexican meal without a side of rice (and beans!). Learn how to make an easier version of Mexican rice in the rice cooker without turning on the stove. And you’ll still get fluffy and tender spoonfuls of rice…
I’ve dined at my favorite local Korean BBQ spot for so many years without trying one of their most popular dishes–cold noodle soup. And I can’t believe all the time I’ve spent there without eating it because it’s so good! Icy soup is unusual to American cuisine, and even by most Asian standards, but stick with me because this savory,…
Try these super tender and seasoned smoked chicken drumsticks if you need an easy recipe for a large group or to meal prep for the week. Learn how to properly season chicken drumsticks / legs for the grill with a wet brine or even season with just a one-ingredient marinade. Why smoke chicken & other meat? Smoking meat has been…