Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup

Found on the menu of every single Taiwanese restaurant in America, the Beef Noodle Soup is a popular favorite (my … More

Beef Short Rib Soup (Galbitang)

Happy New Year! It’s full on winter in Boston and my kids are singing “Let it Go” from their beloved … More

Taiwanese Danzai Noodle Soup

of Fujian origins, Danzai noodle soup is a popular snack food in Taiwan. While simple, made from a single shrimp … More

Silken Tofu with Pickled Radish Soup

This is an modest but delightful dish made with delicate tofu and crunchy pickles in a savory broth. For a … More

Pork Tang Yuan

Tang Yuan is a glutinous rice ball most commonly made with black sesame seeds or crushed peanuts. This version of Tang Yuan is savory and made with pork. This uncommon yet equally delicious version is a popular snack food in my hometown Fuzhou.

Fuzhou Bian Rou (Fuzhou Wontons)

A Fuzhou snack food to be eaten between meals usually paired with a bowl of peanut noodles. Inexpensive and readily … More

Shrimp Udon Noodle Soup

Light, quick, and full of umami flavor, the mysterious delicious fifth taste besides the sweet, sour, bitter, salty. This is … More

Pork, Shrimp, Chives Wontons

Wontons can be found all over China, with different names and fillings. In Sichuan they are known as chao shou … More

Simple Pork Soup Stock

This soup stock can be used for noodle soups as well as for other dishes. I used pork shoulder bones … More