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Stir-Fried Yuba with Napa Cabbage Recipe

Posted on 1/18/2025 by Kelsey Riser

Tofu skin, or yuba as it is referred to in Japan, is a healthy, high-protein food created by boiling soy milk in an open shallow pan, collecting the firm skins that form on top, and drying them for later use. This stir-fry dish was inspired by my #1 favorite dish at a local Anhui-style Chinese food restaurant specializing in serving 100% plant-based dishes, many of which were also gluten-free. You can imagine my disappointment when they permanently closed after over three decades of serving the community. However, I did not let that discourage me from recreating this delicious dish! Originally made with deep-fried yuba sticks, I decided to forgo the deep frying and keep the yuba fresh as it is much healthier, easier to cook, and nearly as delicious! 😋 🌱🍚🥬

P.S. - Many brands of yuba contain questionable ingredients or are made from genetically modified soybeans, which isn't good for your health. My favorite brand of yuba is made from only one ingredient, organic non-GMO soybeans, and can be purchased online here. 😊

-- KR

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Cuisine of China

Chinese cuisine comprises cuisines originating from China, as well as from Chinese people from other parts of the world. Because of the Chinese diaspora and the historical power of the country, Chinese cuisine has profoundly influenced many other cuisines in Asia and beyond, with modifications made to cater to local palates. Chinese food staples such as rice, soy sauce, noodles, tea, chili oil, and tofu, and utensils such as chopsticks and the wok, can now be found worldwide.

The world's earliest eating establishments recognizable as restaurants in the modern sense first emerged in Song dynasty China during the 11th and 12th centuries.[1][2] Street food became an integral aspect of Chinese food culture during the Tang dynasty, and the street food culture of much of Southeast Asia was established by workers imported from China during the late 19th century.[3]

The preferences for seasoning and cooking techniques in Chinese provinces depend on differences in social class, religion, historical background, and ethnic groups. Geographic features including mountains, rivers, forests, and deserts also have a strong effect on the locally available ingredients, considering that the climate of China varies from tropical in the south to subarctic in the northeast. Imperial royal and noble preferences also play a role in the change of Chinese cuisine. Because of imperial expansion, immigration, and trading, ingredients and cooking techniques from other cultures have been integrated into Chinese cuisines over time and Chinese culinary influences have spread worldwide.

There are numerous regional, religious, and ethnic styles of Chinese cuisine found within China and abroad. Chinese cuisine is highly diverse and most frequently categorised into provincial divisions, although these province-level classifications consist of many more styles within themselves. During the Qing dynasty, the most praised Four Great Traditions in Chinese cuisine were Chuan, Lu, Yue, and Huaiyang, representing cuisines of West, North, South, and East China, respectively.[4][5] In 1980, a modern grouping from Chinese journalist Wang Shaoquan's article published in the People's Daily newspaper identified the Eight Cuisines of China as Anhui (徽菜; Huīcài), Guangdong (粵菜; Yuècài), Fujian (閩菜; Mǐncài), Hunan (湘菜; Xiāngcài), Jiangsu (蘇菜; Sūcài), Shandong (魯菜; Lǔcài), Sichuan (川菜; Chuāncài), and Zhejiang (浙菜; Zhècài).[6][5]A Quanjude cook is slicing Peking roast duck. Peking duck is eaten by rolling pieces of duck with scallion, cucumber and sweet bean sauce using steamed pancakes.[7]

Chinese cuisine is deeply intertwined with traditional Chinese medicine, such as in the practise of Chinese food therapy. Color, scent and taste are the three traditional aspects used to describe Chinese food,[8] as well as the meaning, appearance, and nutrition of the food. Cooking should be appraised with respect to the ingredients used, knife work, cooking time, and seasoning.

We want to try the following dishes:

Mapo tofu: A memorable mapo tofu packs a boatload of zing -- salty, peppery and spicy flavors should all hit the taste buds. This famed Sichuan dish is most commonly cooked with minced pork or beef along with the all-important tofu. Click on for more delicious Chinese foods.

2. Xiaolongbao: Hugely popular both in and outside China, xiaolongbao, also called xiaolong tangbao (translated as small basket soup bun), is a mix of soup and pork packed inside a thin dumpling wrapper. The soupy dumpling can also be filled with crab meat and crab roe.

3. Peking duck: This world-famous dish has been captivating stomachs -- including those of ancient Chinese emperors -- for centuries. It features crispy duck skin, juicy meat, radish, cucumber, scallions and sweet bean sauce wrapped neatly in a thin pancake.

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Gluconolactone Market Trends, Top Manufactures, Share, Industry Growth Analysis & Forecast 2032

The global Gluconolactone market is predicted to surpass a market valuation of US$ 247.5 Mn by the year 2032, accelerating with a CAGR of 7.9% by 2022-2032.  The gradual shift in consumers’ lifestyle and dietary patterns over past few years has brought about noticeable changes in the food industry. Consumers have become pickier about their food choices. Furthermore, the rising demand for preserved food such as meat has stimulated the demand in the gluconolactone market.

Gluconolactone uses are plenty. For instance it is one of the more preferred ingredients used in energy drinks. This has increased the use of gluconolactone in cosmetics, skincare, besides food and beverages industry. Spurred by these factors, the gluconolactone market size will increase in the coming years.

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Key Takeaways from the Gluconolactone Market Study

As, there is limited production of gluconolactone, leading manufacturers are now focusing on strengthening their distribution and supply base in the global market in order to assure products are easily available to their target customers.

Among various end-use segments, the usage of food (tofu, meat products, etc.) and energy drinks is the most common. Owing to the increasing usage of flavouring agent in food in fruit juices, honey and wine as well as to lower the pH of dressing sauces is a one of the significant reason propelling the demand of gluconolactone market across the globe.

According to the report, several manufacturers are expanding their global presence through collaboration and acquisition of major regional as well as domestic-level players, in order to expand its gluconolactone market across the globe. This is intended to expand their product offering and product portfolio along with increasing numbers of manufacturing facilities. Currently manufactures are investing in research and development activities to boost their manufacturing capabilities in its targeted region and country.

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“Key players are constantly developing more innovative as well as competitive food and nutritional solutions and others performance materials. In addition, they are more focused on improving their horizontal integration to reduce the uncertainties associated with the supply of consistent quantity as well as quality of raw materials and end products. Moreover, manufacturers are focusing on incorporation of more advanced technologies mainly which are beneficial for health. This will aid expansion of Gluconolactone market” says an FMI analyst.

Rising Application in Pharmaceutical and Food Industries Boosts Growth

On the backdrop of increasing pharmaceutical and food industry the gluconolactone market is anticipated to grow in the forthcoming years. Few years back, gluconolactone containing products such as, Red Bull, were banned in some European countries including France, Norway, and other Scandinavian countries. Since 2008, France has lifted its ban on Red Bull, and the product has appeared on the shelves of the supermarkets.

The household spending of consumers in these countries is well above the developing countries and consumption of energy drinks and other beverages is higher. Due the lifting of the ban, the consumption on Red Bull, promising growth opportunities are created and the demand for gluconolactone is increasing.

Who is winning?

Some of the market players profiled in the report are

Hubei Yitai Pharmaceutical Co.Ltd., Shaoxing Marina Biotechnology Co.Ltd., Merck Millipore Corporation, Foodchem International Corporation, Anhui Fubore Pharmaceutical & Chemical Co.Ltd., Jungbunzlauer, Roquette Frères, Shandong Fuyuan Bio-Tech CO.LTD., Shandong Xinhong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Shandong Baisheng Biotechnology Co., Ltd., Red Bull GmbH, Rockstar, Inc., Monster Energy, 25.4. Living Essentials Marketing, LLC, LiveLong Nutrition, and Serious Nutrition Solution and others.

Several leading market players are acquiring smaller businesses to expand their footprint and product portfolio. Besides this, acquisition often allows them to gain competitive advantage.

In 2018, Roquette Frères acquired Crest Cellulose, which is a leading manufacturer of pharmaceutical excipients. The size of Roquette Frères pharmaceutical market was ~US$ 33 billion in 2017 and it is anticipated to grow by 10% per year. Moreover, the company also expanded ‘Beauté by Roquette®’ product offering for the cosmetics market with the launch of innovative plant- based ingredients.

In 2014, Merck Millipore Corporation acquired Sigma-Aldrich for US$140 per share in order to expand its global reach and increasing company presence in North America and adding exposures to in Asian Markets in its attractive life science industry.

About FMI Future Market Insights (ESOMAR certified market research organization and a member of Greater New York Chamber of Commerce) provides in-depth insights into governing factors elevating the demand in the market. It discloses opportunities that will favor the market growth in various segments on the basis of Source, Application, Sales Channel and End Use over the next 10-years.

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Anhui Bang Tofu Salad Recipe Anhui Bang Tofu Salad Recipe is a nutty flavored salad with sautéed cabbage and cut cucumbers. The original dish is made from shredded vegetables that are locally grown in the region of Anhui.

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8.Liu An became an unexpected inventor of tofu, and his hometown, Shouxian county of Anhui province, has been dubbed the “hometown of tofu”.

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When in Anhui.... try the hairy tofu!! 毛豆腐 via /r/China

When in Anhui.... try the hairy tofu!! 毛豆腐 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vKUKDWwnJYs Submitted October 12, 2021 at 07:57AM by greatestmofo via reddit https://ift.tt/3axQ6Ai

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I'm devouring this tofu, devouring it, I tell ya. What. The. Fuck. Is. Happening? (at Anhui) https://www.instagram.com/p/CUsyv2Vgewn/?utm_medium=tumblr

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What’s the most iconic food around the world? Let’s find out!

“Cooking is all about people. Food is maybe the only universal thing that really has the power to bring everyone together. No matter what culture, everywhere around the world, people eat together.”

– GUY FIERI –

What is the most iconic food around the world? The world is a gastronomic paradise; it harbours diverse culinary uniqueness in each corner. How many cuisines contribute to describing a particular destination and what would a local suggest to taste or where to find it?

If you look a little closer, you’ll soon learn that the best dishes in the world can be an up-close lens on the destination’s history and culture. Despite their ancient origins, the dishes have been modernised for the palates of today’s world.

Different food from around the world

Every foodie enjoys tasting their way around the world by indulging in traditional cuisines, by trying a new flavour for the first time or getting to enjoy an iconic dish they’ve heard about. We learn about different cuisines by tasting the most popular signature dishes and staple ingredients of each country.

A culinary journey across the globe is the best way to discover its culture and cuisine. This makes it the pure delight of culinary travel.

What’s even better than eating the best food in the world? You get to have a new food experience and enjoy another new dish. So, let’s take a look at the most iconic food from around the world. These are 10 different nations with their famous and traditional dishes, starting in the UK!

Warning: This list of food from around the world will make you hungry!

British Cuisine

Yes, one can’t really talk about Britain without mentioning one of the most well-known and distinct cultures on Earth: the British culture. With its own dialects, customs, art, literature and history; it is easy to see why many consider it to be one of the richest cultures in existence.

Britain has a wide variety of cuisine and holds an excellent culinary reputation. In fact, these dishes are some of the best food from around the world. However, culinary expertise in the UK is not new. Moreover, Influenced by the Romans, Anglo-Saxons, French and even other parts of Europe: In essence, a hodgepodge of diverse styles and traditions.

Fish and Chips – Fish and Chips are presumably the most popular British food known across the globe.

English Breakfast – English breakfast is served with bacon, sausages, egg, baked beans, black pudding, fried toast, hash browns, mushrooms, and egg. Best enjoyed with a cuppa or fruit juice.

Roast Dinner – A traditional roast dinner consists of different roasted meats like chicken breast, turkey, pork, and beef. This is accompanied by seasonal vegetables, roasts, potatoes, and gravy.

Bangers and Mash – A famous British pub food. A dish comprising sausages, mash potatoes, and onion gravy.

Trifle – A strawberry flavoured classic British dessert made up of layers of cake rolls, custard, jelly, cream, and fruit toppings.

Italian Cuisine

My personal favourite, Italian cuisine, is one of the oldest, most beloved cuisines and considered some of the best food from around the world. With extraordinary diversity of flavours, richness and depth, offering something for everyone’s taste buds.

Italian food varies from region to region and associates with various kinds of pasta and pizza. In reality, Italian food is ever-changing, from endless combinations and new adaptations. What makes Italian food one of the best food from around the world is not just its flavours but also its diversity and also an Italian meal can be expected to be structured as follows: Antipasto (appetiser), primo (rice or pasta), second (meat), and dolce (dessert).

Pizza – Pizza is a flat dough topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and basil. (More toppings are added to create different variants of pizza)

Risotto – An Italian version of creamy rice cooked in vegetable or meat stock, cheese and wine after frying it in sautéed onions.

Lasagna  – Lasagna is traditional Italian comfort food made in pasta sheets, meat, sauce, and cheese.

Ossobuco alla Milanese – Ossobuco is slow-cooked veal in white wine, meat broth, and vegetables seasoned with lemon zest, garlic, and parsley.

Gelato – Gelato is a rich variant of ice cream in terms of density, texture and is more intense in flavour.

French Cuisine

Like Italian food, French cuisine was also one of the world’s first cuisines and has taken its flavours around the globe. Admittedly, French cuisine is an art, so rich in regional variations. The French take great pride in their traditions of cooking. The modern way of cooking takes a lot from roots in France, and for decades, French food has been an elegant cuisine. This ranges from sylvan, robust, and healthy to the finest meals. A typical French meal would consist of bread, cheese, and wine.

Boeuf Bourguignon – Boeuf Bourguignon, a classic French beef stew made with red wine, pearl onions, mushrooms and bacon.

Croque Monsieur – A sandwich is taken to the next level! Grilled ham and velvety béchamel cheese sauce sandwich.

Croissants – Croissants are crescent-shaped buttery, flaky pastries perfectly crisp on the outside, tender and moist on the inside.

Coq Au Vin – A version of red wine chicken stew, cooked on a low heat to perfection.

Cherry Clafoutis – A popular cherry dessert in France! Juicy, sweet cherries wrapped in a rich batter and baked into a mixture of a cake and custard.

Chinese Cuisine

Some of the best food in the world, Chinese cuisine has taken over many parts of the world by storm! I mean, I’m sure you’ve had a Chinese take-away meal at least once in your life. This particular cuisine classifies its regional diversity into different styles: Cantonese, Szechuan, Hunan, Zhejiang, Shandong, Anhui, and Fujian. Each food tradition is formed by the regions’ history, climate, geography, and lifestyle.

Sichuan Pork – Sichuan Pork is spicy poached slices of pork coated with egg-white and starch to preserve its freshness and tenderness.

Dumplings – Dumplings comprise a filling of minced meat and chopped vegetables wrapped in a thin dough skin.

Peking Roasted Duck – Peking duck is a duck roast savoured for its thin and crispy skin, a world-famous dish from Beijing.

Chow Mein – Chow mein is a stir-fried noodles dish consists of meat (chicken, beef, shrimp, or pork), onions, and celery.

Kung Pao Chicken – Kung Pao Chicken is a famous Sichuan-style dish made with diced chicken, dried chilli, and fried peanuts.

American Cuisine

The best way to explain American cuisine is that it is a blend of different cuisines. In other words, it is a mongrel, where different ethnic groups contributed to the nation’s food traditions. American cuisine has drastically changed over the years, as have American lifestyles.  Some of these dishes were contributed by Native Americans, Colonial Americans, and Modern Americans. These were adapted, changed, and invented, becoming all-American dishes. Similarly, many dishes are regionalised, such as soul food in the south, Tex-Mex cooking in Texas, etc.

Hot dogs – There is no need for a special introduction for the “All-American” hotdog, a hotdog (sausage) wedged between a bun.

Philly cheesesteak – A Philly cheesesteak is a sandwich made by grilling chopped beef, onions, and cheese then laid into a long Amoroso bun.

Grits – Grits is a creamy porridge-like dish made with whole dried white corn kernels that can go plain, savoury, or sweet.

Mexican flat enchiladas – Mexican or Tex-Mex style enchiladas smothered in red chilli sauce or green topped with an optional fried egg.

Apple pie – Apple pie is a sweet dish that features a sweet apple filling and a flaky butter crust with a shimmering lattice pie crust.

Indian Cuisine

It’s hard to put Indian cuisine in a nutshell because of the country’s regional diversity and vast history. The early Indian cuisine relied heavily on a class system which dictated what people were able to eat. However, in more recent times, the cuisine has been a combination of traditional dishes and many international influences. The most common misinterpretation about Indian food is that many of us think it’s all curries. But in reality, it isn’t. An essential factor of Indian cuisine is that the blends of spices are designed to bring out the ultimate flavour.

Murgh Makhani (Butter Chicken) – Murgh Makhani is by far one of the deliciously best dishes in the world. This hot dish made with chicken tastes great with flatbreads.

Rogan Josh (Red Lamb) – A delectable spicy dish, Rogan Josh, is a red lamb stew prepared with a long list of spices, red chillies, and coconut cream.

Palak Paneer (Spinach and Cottage Cheese) – A popular Indian dish Palak paneer, a mildly flavoured dish made with spinach and cottage cheese with Indian spices.

Naan (Indian Flatbread) – Naan, a flatbread traditionally cooked in a tandoor oven, goes with anything, including curries and stews.

Gulab Jamun – An Indian sweet delight, a festive favourite made with milk solids, fried until golden and doused in saffron induced sugar syrup.

Japanese Cuisine

Food in Japan is plausibly one of the unique cuisines. The reason being that many ingredients used in their cooking can very rarely be found in other cuisines. It’s not all about sushi and tofu. The art of Japanese cuisine is prepared meticulously based on the proper seasoning and fresh ingredients.

Sushi – Sushi is some of the best food from around the world. This traditional Japanese dish consists of vinegar-flavoured rice rolls served with vegetables and raw seafood.

Sashimi – Sashimi is similar to sushi, but raw fish is sliced into small bite-sized pieces without the rice.

Tempura – Tempura is a dish prepared with seafood, meat, and vegetables covered in flour and egg batter then deep-fried in oil.

Soba and Udon – Soba or buckwheat noodles and Udon or wheat noodles are made by immersing the noodles into broth enjoyed hot or cold.

Wagashi – Wagashi are traditional Japanese sweets made using mochi rice cakes, Anko paste, agar, chestnuts, and sugar.

Lebanese Cuisine

Cuisine in Lebanon food includes many fresh ingredients like vegetables, fruits, seafood, and little animal protein. These ingredients are meticulously prepared in a fusion of Mediterranean and Arabic influences. The most significant feature of this fantastic food is the mezze, a selection of salads, vegetable dips, pickles, and Arabic bread. In recent years, people have come to celebrate the extraordinary flavours of Lebanese food.

Baba Ghanoush – Baba Ghanoush is a hummus-like dip made from eggplant served with pita bread and drizzled with olive oil.

Manakeesh – The Lebanese version of pizza, Manakeesh, is made with meat, cheese, zaatar. Manakeesh is served with tomatoes, cucumbers, fresh mint leaves, and olives.

Falafel – Falafel is made from deep-fried crushed chickpeas, served in a pita pocket with vegetables and tahini sauce.

Fattoush – Fattoush is a traditional Lebanese salad.

Baklava – Baklava is a golden flakey pastry made of filo dough, honey, and assorted nuts.

South African Cuisine

South African cuisine is extensive, culturally diverse, nourishing, and hearty, very much like the locals. Traditional South African cuisine is downright authentic, with influences induced by each culture. With the freshest ingredients from farm to table, the food here is amazingly delectable, making it one of the best foods from around the world!

Chakalaka – Chakalaka is a spicy vegetarian dish of tomato, beans, peppers, onions, and curry. This can be enjoyed with anything — rice, meat, bread, or other veggies.

Bunny chow – Bunny chow is a world-renowned dish made up of a hollowed-out loaf of bread filled with a chicken, pork curry, or a lentil and bean combo.

Bobotie – Bobotie, made up of minced meat, is cooked in curry, herbs & spices, and dried fruit, topped with a milky-eggy custard, and baked until golden brown.

Potjiekos – A dish of potjiekos features meat, potatoes, biltong, and vegetables slowed cooked over an outdoor fire.

Malva Pudding – Malva Pudding is a sweet, spongy cake made with apricot jam and a cream sauce poured on top.

Caribbean Cuisine

Food from the Caribbean is a delicious mix of French cuisine, African cooking, and local foods! Caribbean food is delightfully spicy, warming, and eloquent. Food staples include peppers, sweet potato, coconut, plantain, mutton, tropical fruits, and leafy green vegetables, all prepared into a heady concoction.

Jerk chicken – Chicken marinated with hot Jerk spice and served with rice and peas. Jerk chicken is one of the most traditional food in Jamaica.

Ackee and saltfish – Ackee and saltfish, Jamaica’s national dish, is prepared with ackee fruit and salted codfish, suitable for mealtime.  

Macaroni pie – Macaroni pie is comfort food in the Caribbean; a cheesy baked pasta dish is delicious with stewed or barbecued chicken.

Lambi – Lambi’s main ingredient is Conch. The dish is prepared with a combination of Conch, curry powder, coriander, thyme, and marinating with other spices.

Jamaican Rum Cake – A Bundt cake with a moist and tender crumb smothered in sweet butter and rum syrup.

Oh boy! That’s a long list of the best food from around the world! So, if you would like to go on a culinary adventure and taste your way around the globe, give Travel Center UK a call or drop us a line, and we’ll be glad to assist you in planning your next trip.

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Anhui stinky mandarin fish 臭桂鱼. Stronger than stinky tofu. I luv it. If u know u know. #Chinesefood #anhui #hefei #stinky（在 合肥淮河路步行街） https://www.instagram.com/p/CCIAiWKpYi_/?igshid=1a9ncbvs2os4y

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Cooking in the time of Covid-19

These days I am reminded of the epic love story, “Love in the time of cholera”, written by Gabriel Garcia Marquez.  In fact, I had intended to title this post “Life in the time of Corona” but the reference seems a bit tired by now.

Reading is a wonderful way of travelling without leaving home.Actually so is cooking. The smell of lemongrass and Thai basil will take you right back to the streets of Bangkok and the aroma of ripe tomatoes and bell peppers from a luscious ratatouille (photo) accompanied by a cool glass of Rosé will transport you immediately to sunny Provence. So now that you cannot actually cross borders, I recommend you put on your apron and travel around the world with my favourite cookbooks and go-to recipe websites.

CHINESE CUISINE

There are eigh major Chinese cuisine: Anhui (徽菜; Huīcài), Cantonese (粤菜; Yuècài), Fujian (闽菜; Mǐncài), Hunan (湘菜; Xiāngcài), Jiangsu (苏菜; Sūcài), Shandong (鲁菜; Lǔcài), Sichuan (川菜; Chuāncài), and Zhejiang (浙菜; Zhècài) cuisines.

My paternal and maternal grandmothers were from the provinces of fujian and chaozhou (in province Canton bordering on Fujian) respectively and I’ve never needed a cookbook. Whenever I crave Chinese food, I just ring my mum or I search on the web and just tweak the recipes based on my experience.

Most Chinese restaurants around the world serve some variation of Cantonese food, although in recent years, the popularity of Sichuan food has led to a proflieration of Sichuan restaurants. However, more does not mean better and most Sichuan restaurants are really nothing at all like the real thing (I should know, I have eaten in Sichuan, China). While preparing for my trip to Sichuan last autumn,  I chanced upon Fuchsia Dunlop’s “The Food of Sichuan” as part of my travel research . Since my return from Sichuan armed with Sichuan pepper and doubanjiang and with the help of Ms Dunlop’s cookbook, I’ve been able to whip up delicious mapo tofu (photo above), gongbao chicken and other delectable Sichuan dishes.  Thanks to the popularity of Sichuan food, you’ll be able to find most of the ingredients you need in your local Asian grocery shops.

Ever wanted to make your own char siew (marinated roast pork), dim sum and Peking duck etc? Then Andrew Wong’s The Cookbook might be just what you need. But be warned - the recipes do call for some experience in Chinese cooking. I’ve had to improvise or interpret some recipes to make them work. But my har gau (photo below) and char siew tasted very close to the ones I’ve eaten in Hong Kong and his Xinjiang lamb ribs recipe alone makes it worthwhile to buy this cookbook.

INDIAN CUISINE

I’ve been cooking with Dishoom’s recipes since I got the cookbook a month ago and every recipe I’ve tried (apart from the chapati - photo below) has turned out super yummy. See my post on 2 Mar. for more details on the cookbook.

ITALIAN CUISINE

The story of Harry Cipriani’s famous bar in Venice where incidentally the Bellini cocktail was invented, is told here in The Harry’s Bar cookbook which contains many recipes for Italian classics. Learn how to make your own pasta, cook an al dente risotto and succeed in finally making a super tender osso bucco (stewed veal shanks - photo below with risotto milanese). What the cookbook does not have is a recipe for tiramisu. I do however, have a great recipe for tiramisu and the next time I make it, I’ll remember to post the recipe.

Another Italian cookbook I like is Jamie’s Italy. Like all Jamie Oliver’s cookbooks, the recipes are not complicated and easy to replicate.

JAPANESE CUISINE

Fans of gyoza, tempura, soba (photo below), ramen and other Japanese comfort food will be happy to know that Japanese Soul Cooking is just the cookbook you’d want to have. I’ve tried many recipes from it and have been satisfied with the results. My only complain is that the measurements are in U.S. imperial units so conversion is necessary if you live in a metric world like me.

But what to do if you’re like me and what you really, really love about Japanese food is sushi and sashimi? Even if Jiro would never encourage anyone to try making sushi at home, I would. I basically taught myself how to make sushi, although I must confess that I have stopped making nigiris (fish on top of rice) and only make makis (rolls).  Unfortunately I don’t have a good cookbook on making sushi that I can recommend but if you have access to superfresh fish (forget it if you don’t because not only might you risk food poisoning, it’s too much effort for too little pleasure!), then go ahead and try making them yourself. I recommend a make-your-own sushi party. Invite some friends, find a recipe or two on the internet, buy the ingredients and have fun practising together. If all else fails, you can just make wraps using the seaweed (in a sushi restaurant, this is called a temaki and is a cone-shaped wrap) and still enjoy a good meal.

LEVANTINE CUISINE

Levantine cuisine is the traditional cuisine of the Levant (a large area of eastern Mediterranean). Hummus, baba ghanoush, tabbouleh etc. made popular by Yotam Ottolenghi (an Israeli based in London) are part of the Levantine cuisine and even if some of these well-known dishes originate from countries neighbouring the Levant, they have become part of the its cuisine.

There is a reason why Ottolenghi is so successful - his cookbooks work! I have Jerusaleum (my favourite of all), Nopi and Simple and use them regularly. Be warned though, Simple may mean easy and the recipes are not difficult, but doesn’t mean quick (cross-references make for deceptively short recipes but in fact take time to put together).

THAI CUISINE

My go-to Thai cookbook cookbook is The Food of Thailand by Sven Krauss, who was executive chef at the Thai restaurant in the beautiful Sukothai hotel in Bangkok. I ate in the restaurant more than two decades ago but a quick check on the web showed that the restaurant is still beautiful and the food is still good. All your favourite Thai classics tom yam goong, beef salad, pad Thai, green curry etc. are featured in this cookbook and the recipes are easy to follow.

THE MUST-HAVE COOKBOOK (ESPECIALLY FOR BEGINNERS)

Remember Ferran Adria of the El Bulli fame? In 2011 he published a book called “The Family Meal” and it is a great resource for beginners and advanced cooks alike. Every day at 6pm the staff at El Bulli would stop to have a 3-course meal. These meals are prepared by the staff for the staff. And because the kitchen brigade is international, there are recipes from all over the world such as gazpacho, Thai curry, miso soup and Mexican chicken. The book is divided into 31 three-course menus with measurements provided for 2, 6, 20 and 75 portions. Each step of each course is documented with a photo  and the explanations are clear and concise. I once hosted four 15-year old teenagers over the Easter holidays and in return for my hospitality, they cooked me a meal from the cookbook. Every course turned out tasty and as it turned out, they really had fun.

ONLINE RESOURCES

I am old-fashioned when it comes to books. And cookbooks are no exception. There’s nothing like browsing through the pages and being inspired by the lovely food photography. And on a practical level, analog cookbooks allow me to make notes directly on the page. Yes, the pages might get dirty in the process but that makes it all the more charming (I did say I was old-fashioned that way).

Having said that, I regularly use the internet to find recipes and be inspired. I try to avoid using random recipes as my experience has been disappointing. If the source is not proven, you’ll end up with disappointments. My favourite websites are the recipes section of BBC (and BBC GoodFood) and The Guardian (How to make the perfect...). The NYTimes has great recipes but you’ll need to be a subscriber and there’s the conversion issue with measurements. 

I am a big fan of Nigel Slater’s recipes. They are so varied (Italian, Thai, French, Levantine etc), easy to follow and works well everytime. Even his cake and dessert recipes are fantastic. I have two of his cookbooks and I use his Kitchen Diaries so often that it’s falling apart. He also has recipes on his website and contributes to The Guardian and BBC.

If you read German and are looking for recipes, then I recommend the websites of Essen and Trinken and Brigitte. I use them for classic German/Austrian dishes and sweets (cakes and desserts) and so far my German guests have not complained. German language versions of The Harry’s Bar, Jamie Oliver, Ottenlenghi and The Family Meal (Das Familienessen) cookbooks are available.

LAST BUT NOT LEAST....

As with a meal, I will end here too on a sweet note*

*homemade mango tart (short crust pasty base, mascarpone filling topped with fresh mangoes) 

If you have any questions, send me an email at foodiefrens@gmail.com.

Meanwhile, stay safe, happy cooking and enjoy the fruits of your labour!

[maoyankitchen]

午餐，魔芋烧牛肉，低卡美味，十分满意🥰🥰

遥想年轻时尚在湖南时，就特别喜欢吃魔芋豆腐，酸辣魔芋，肉沫魔芋，魔芋鸭，魔芋鸡，总是吃不腻味的😘😘

离开湖南后，安徽没有魔芋这道菜，于是也就每年过年回家才吃的到了，所幸，现在网络发达，在异乡也能到了，真好，菜，还是故乡美啊💋💋

Lunch, braised beef with konjac, low calorie delicious, very satisfied🥰🥰When I was young in Hunan, I especially liked to eat konjac tofu, hot and sour konjac, meat foam konjac, konjac duck, konjac chicken😘😘After leaving Hunan, there is no such dish as konjac in Anhui Province, so it comes home every new year. Fortunately, the Internet is well developed and it can also arrive in a place other than hometown.😋😋It's good. The dish is still the beauty of the hometown💋💋

[breakfastbookguide-blog]

Friday: Hangzhou Breakfast Tofu (recipe from the inspiring @fuchsiadunlop ) tea … Friday: Hangzhou Breakfast Tofu (recipe from the inspiring @fuchsiadunlop 👈🏼) tea quail eggs, pork baozi, recent do-it-yourself soy milk and tea from Anhui Province🍃☕️ 🇨🇳 ---------------------------------------

[gogeo1]

Top 10 cuisines that can lure the anticipated viewers on free classified ads Georgia’s internet-equipped-stage

Throwback to the day, we chanted a silent prayer and gulped the balanced diet. Maybe you too if not sung. With an aim to minimize the gap between haves and have-nots, Gogeo is inviting the ad posts of swallowable by hotels or restaurants within the Georgia region to evolve their businesses rapidly. Free classified ads Georgia let your eatery be spanning among the prospect buyers also said to have desirable appetite. Like if we say, international foods available in Georgia are usually impacted to suit its natives palates. Referencing to that issue we have structured a column of eats modus, prominent around the world and advise our advertising partners to talk about their offerings inside the description space of their hotel or restaurant’s free classified ads Georgia.  

1 Mexican food -

Americans like the Mexican food as their common favourite choice. Chilli con, spicy dishes, chocolate, tomatoes and salsa tastes better to tongues. Restaurant owners can draft their major Mexican dishes in free classified ads Georgia which includes eggs, vegetables, beans, chillies and cumin in the preparation.    

2 Italian cuisine -

Given the concernment to Italian cuisine as one in existent world’s favourites, Spumoni ice cream, spaghetti, lasagna and pizza are traditional dishes that will never fail to impress you. On the position of regional favourites you get to test Parmesan cheese and Parma ham. Maggot cheese is widely eminent for indulging in fermentation process and packed at the right time to develop maggots.        

3 Indian meal -

Unity of so many people under one nation allows to practice each dishes differently in India. Curries with rice or bread are favourite-in-general and vegetarian plates, sweets, hot and spicy dishes are finger licking as well. Street food stands are used to advantage to exchange bowls for low-price. Free classified ads Georgia is the best platform to advertise your preferred specials.   

4 Thai dishes -

Pad thai is the introduction of likes that one in Thai dishes gain. If you have the time left after this, seek broths and noodles that are ample delectable. Herbs are the focused point of these make and Thai offers a range of sweet, sour, spicy and bitter odor. However, fresh herbs are part of the kitchen produces, this cuisine always has a vivid flavor.            

5 Chinese feeds -

Account of being divergent in the culture and diets in the world, China has mainly eight styles of cooking, those are obvious as Fujian, Cantonese, Anhui, Zhejiang, Szechuan, Shandong, Hunan and one. During the cooking process, Chinese keep in balance different colors, tastes, textures and smells to create exceptional cuisines. Noodles or rice items are mostly inserted in the traditional Chinese meal. Pin your look at free classified ads Georgia and use it to best benefit.              

6 Japanese diet

Hibachi and Teppanyaki grill are few of the paramount dining options from Japan. On the surface of Hibachi grill, cook is flipped, fried, griddled and chopped down in the front. This section of cuisine is centered on noodles, tofu, sushi and vegetables and the ingredients are meticulously processed in the kitchen and served delicious. Say art or expertise is what your hotel or restaurant is good at, you must publish free classified ads Georgia on Gogeo.     

7 American nutrition

In the mid of plenteous dining picks, American food is extremely plausible to citizens living around. By the influence of greater number of move ins and move outs in the country, food originated from America bestows different dining style occasions. Deep dish pizza, five-alarm chili while, microbreweries and coffee is popular feed of Americans. Hot dogs, hamburgers, buffalo wings, biscuits & gravy and omelets are traditional cook ups, those are if served especially in your eating house, utilize our advertising space as free classified ads Georgia for your business stretch.          

8 Mediterranean dining

This term is primarily exploited to convey about fresh fruits, vegetables, seafood and olive oil products to readers that could have the inclusion of various Greek, Italian, Arabic, European and North African dishes.  

9 French cook ups

French foods are a bit more than combination of cheese, chocolate and baguettes and at the finish - wine. Irregardless of the digestion of cheese, bread and chocolates, French remain relatively thinner. Ignore the skip of listing free classified ads Georgia for your hotel or restaurant if on the way to expand your business.    

10 Spanish nutritives

Just for the cause of limited spices use, Spanish cuisine is enticing. Been situated along the coastal region, it is well-known for seafood, tapas or pinches. So and such snack-sized dishes can be formed from anything on the overage of couple of euros only. Get your look pounded on the portal of free classified ads Georgia and harness it fully to engage your customers in maximum.          

[simeontse77]

Great Huangshan local flavours of stewed pork, chicken, tofu and baby bamboo shoots for lunch. #hotel #hotelier #hotellife #luxury #luxuryhotel #luxurytravel #lifestyle #travel #traveller #welltravelled #luxurytravller #luxurylife #luxurylifestyle #imageoftheday #huangshan #china #discoverychina #asia (at Huangshan, Anhui) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxWaD3NHY4M/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=x8yi3yvth7ky

[roamingfoodie-blog]

Mao Tofu:A special snack in Huangshan city,The tofu has a layer of thick and white floss with some black spores on it.Fried in a round pan,add spring onion,ginger,soy sauce,etc.Served with chili sauce.(China-Huangshan) #china #chinatown #chinesefood #chinesefoods #streetfood #anhui #huangshan #food #foodporn #foodie #foodies #foodiegram #foodiesofinstagram #travel #travelphotography #travelling #asian #asianfood #asianfoodporn #oldcity #southchina #snack #foods #snacks #tofu #fermentedfoods #fermentation #fermented https://www.instagram.com/p/Brm7lHlg-FS/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=dpsqjdm5nyz5

[facugros-blog]

Week 2

Now that I have been in China for more than 10 days I can realize that culture shock is true. The second week started with classes, so holidays officially end. Classes are intense and hard, we have Monday to Friday from 8 to 12, but my Chinese is improving. Also, we continue having culture classes with sun Laoshi, which I really enjoy because in every class we learn different customs and topics about china.

During week 2, the group visit one of the most amazing places I have ever seen in my life; the Summer Palace. I was amazed when I visit the Forbidden city because it was huge, but the summer palace is fourth times bigger! The palace´s landscapes gardens, temples, and pavilions were designed to achieve harmony with nature, to soothe, and to please the eye. During the hot Beijing summers, the imperial family preferred the beautiful gardens and airy pavilions of the summer palace to the walled-in Forbidden City. The history of the palace is interesting, and thanks to our tourist guide we learnt a lot of new things about this historical palace that was built in 1750, by emperor Qianlong, fourth emperor of the Qing Dynasty.

During our culture classes of week 2 we learnt about Chinese cuisine. For me, this class was good, but after that I was mentally hungry because of all the dishes that the professor was mentioning. In this class we mainly learn about the features of Chinese cuisine. There are eight main cuisines; Sichuan, Hunan, Cantonese, Fujian, Zhejiang, Anhui, Jiangsu, and Shandong. Apart from that, now I can know in which cities of china the food is spicy, so I don’t go there, I can’t tolerate Chinese spicy food. One clear example is the region of Sichuan. Finally, in the class the professor mentioned some typical Chinese dishes, the ones that I want to try during my time here are; Beijing duck, Ma Po tofu, dumplings, chow Mein, wontons, and sweet pork.

In the other culture class, one Chinese woman taught the group Tai chi, which is famous and known in China. I was amazed on how this woman was performing because she looks old, but anyways all her movements were hard, and she was performing like a professional. The situation was a little awkward and funny at the same time because we were performing in front of a class building, and a lot of people were there recording us. Tai chi is an internal Chinese martial art practiced for both its defense training and its health benefits. The term taiji refers to a philosophy of the forces of yin and yang, related to the moves. Every morning when I go to class I see a lot of people performing this Chinese martial art, its said that it help people to live longer.

To conclude, my second week in china was amazing. I am earning a lot of new information and experiences that I will never forget. Also, I am making a lot of new friends from all over the world, and I keep saying that 8 weeks is not long enough to stay. China is an amazing country, and I want to explore it all!