Fresh recipes
Boller, Norwegian cinnamon buns
Here is a Norwegian recipe for cinnamon buns that are traditionally served at childrens parties.
Chicken tortilla soup
Garnish with avocado slices and cheese. Use Monterrey Jack or Chihuahua cheese in this recipe. Mexican oregano will render a more authentic flavor.
Chicken tamales
The tamale is a traditional dish made by filling a masa coated leaf with any number of ingredients and then cooked by steam. You may think making tamales is hard but nothing could further from the truth as we show you here.
Mole from Mexico
The basic ingredients are straightforward enough, though some of them may require a bit of digging to locate. There's quite a bit of preparation to make a fine mole, but the effort is worth it, as a taste of the results will prove.
Egg foo young
Egg foo young is a simple Chinese style omelet filled with various meats, seafood and vegetables. Using whatever ingredients are at hand, including leftover meats and vegetables, the Chinese found a way to create an easy, flavorful dish.
Congee
Congee is a type of rice porridge that has been a staple in Chinese cuisine for centuries. It is often served at breakfast or late-night meals, and is a common offering at temples. Moreover, congee is traditionally eaten when one is ill as it is easily digestible and nutritious.
Chinese hot pot
This hot pot recipe brings the warmth and flavors of traditional Chinese hot pot to your dining table. It's a delightful and interactive experience that will gather family and friends for a memorable meal. Hot pots originated in northern China, gradually spreaded through the country and evolved into various regional styles, ecah reflecting local tastes and ingredients.
Hot and sour soup
The hot and sour soup represents a balance of contrasting flavors, where the vinegar's sourness is balanced with the chili's heat, similar to the balance of yin and yang.
The soup is customarily consumed during the winter months due to its warming properties. It's also particularly popular during Chinese New Year celebrations due to the belief that sour foods cleanse the body and help usher in a fresh start.
Da lian huo shao
Da lian huo shao is a traditional Mandarin dish. The preparation involves a yeast dough that is left to rise before being rolled out and filled.
Da lian huo shao can be enjoyed as it is or with a side of hot, clear soup or soy milk for a traditional Chinese breakfast experience.