Glutinous rice rolls stuffed with red bean paste 驴打滚 （lǘ dǎ gǔn） What is Glutinous Rice Rolls with Sweet Bean Flour? Glutinous Rice Rolls with Sweet Bean Flour is a traditional food that originated in northern China. Some people think that Glutinous Rice Rolls with Sweet Bean Flour was first introduced to Beijing from the…
Category: Northeastern cuisine
Candied Sweet Potatoes
Candied Sweet Potatoes“拔丝地瓜” (bá sī dì guā). Taking a bite of hot and steaming candied sweet potatoes, it feels like the whole world is immersed in sweetness and joy. Each golden and crispy strand of sweet potato seems like nature’s gift to humanity, as well as a tribute to the beautiful things in life. Candied…
Northeast-style cold noodles
Northeast-style cold noodles“东北大冷面”（dōng běi dà lěng miàn）. In the blazing heat of summer, a bowl of refreshing cold noodles is presented before you, as if accompanied by a cool breeze. The delicate and smooth noodles, twirling around the chopsticks like silk, gently emit a slight coolness. Through the clear broth, one can see a variety…
Stir-fried Potatoes with Eggplants and Green Peppers
Stir-fried Potatoes with Eggplants and Green Peppers“地三鲜”（dì sān xiān）. When Stir-fried Potatoes with Eggplants and Green Peppers appears on the dining table, the first thing that catches the eye is its vibrant and colorful appearance. The bright red peppers, green bell peppers, and golden potatoes create a picturesque scene. These vivid colors seem to mock…
Flavorful Dry-fried Silkworm Chrysalis
Dry-fried Silkworm Chrysalis干煸蚕蛹（gān biān cán yǒng） Dry-Fried Silkworm Chrysalis is beloved by diners for its unique texture and spicy flavor. This dish features fresh silkworm chrysalis that are deep-fried and dry-fried, resulting in a golden exterior. It is garnished with red chili peppers, cilantro, and white sesame seeds, making it incredibly enticing.Firstly, the appearance of…
Special Recipe for Deep-Fried Elm Mushrooms
Deep-Fried Elm Mushrooms 干炸榆黄菇（gàn zhá yú huáng gū） The deep-fried Elm Mushroom can be traced back to the northeastern region of China, where people use this dish to ward off the cold during winter. After decades of development, deep-fried Elm Mushroom has gradually become a common dish in restaurants and households across China. It not…
Delicious Braised Chicken with Mushrooms
Braised Chicken with Mushrooms小鸡炖蘑菇(xiǎo jī dùn mó gū) Braised Chicken with Mushrooms is a classic dish with rich Northeastern Chinese flavors. Its vibrant and enticing appearance, combined with the unique aroma of arimillaria mushrooms and chicken, makes it truly irresistible. The chicken is tender and juicy, while the mushrooms have a delicate texture, and the…
Easy recipe for Hawthorn Meat Chunks
Hawthorn Meat Chunks 山楂肉段 （shān zhā ròu duàn）Hawthorn Meat Chunks, a dish full of appetizing flavors. Its outer coating of golden flour envelops tender and juicy meat, perfectly complemented by the tanginess of hawthorn, creating a mouthwatering sensation. This dish not only offers a unique texture but also showcases vibrant colors, with a delightful combination…
Green Pepper Tofu Skin Recipe
Green Pepper Tofu Skin 青椒豆腐皮（qīng jiāo dòu fǔ pí） Green Pepper Stir-Fried Tofu Skin is a nutritious and uniquely textured home-cooked dish. Its vibrant appearance gives a refreshing feel. The combination of tofu skin and green peppers adds richness to the dish’s texture. The preparation method for stir-fried tofu skin with green peppers is simple…
Simple and Delicious: Stir-Fried Cowpeas with Sauerkraut
Stir-Fried Cowpeas with Sauerkraut 雪菜炒豇豆（xuě cài chǎo jiāng dòu） Stir-Fried Cowpeas with Sauerkraut is a vegetable delicacy that keeps you coming back for more. The delightful taste of cowpeas intertwines with the salty and tangy sauerkraut, creating a unique flavor profile. During the cooking process, the cowpeas are stir-fried at high temperature until they turn…