The Real Chinese Food

Homemade Chinese Kitchen

Mapo Tofu

Mapo Tofu

Easy

A numbing, spicy, and soul-warming classic. The secret lies in the quality of the Doubanjiang and…

Kung Pao Chicken

Kung Pao Chicken

Medium

Balancing heat, sweet, sour, and umami—classic gong bao with crisp peanuts and velveted chicken.

Sichuan Twice-Cooked Pork

Sichuan Twice-Cooked Pork

Medium

The king of Sichuan household cooking, known for its sizzling aroma and lantern-shaped pork slices.

Shanghainese Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs

Shanghainese Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs

Hard

Deeply caramelized ribs with a glossy amber glaze that perfectly balances tang and sweetness.

Sichuan Shredded Pork in Garlic Sauce

Sichuan Shredded Pork in Garlic Sauce

Medium

A culinary magic trick—creating a 'fish-like' fragrance using aromatics without any actual seafood.

Beijing Style Sizzling Lamb with Scallions

Beijing Style Sizzling Lamb with Scallions

Easy

High-heat stir-fry that combines succulent lamb with the charred sweetness of large scallions.

Sauteed Potato, Eggplant and Green Pepper

Sauteed Potato, Eggplant and Green Pepper

Medium

The 'Three Treasures' of the earth—Northeast China's most beloved comforting vegetarian dish.

Tomato and Egg

Tomato and Egg

Easy

The ultimate soul food that reminds every Chinese person of their childhood home.