This Chinese Ginger Chicken stir fry goes great alongside a warm bowl of Jasmine rice and can be made in less than 20 minutes. You can use just about any type of vegetable also, today I choose celery!
This recipe calls for a fair amount of celery, and is gluten free. However you can add other fresh vegetables if you prefer.
Such as diced carrots, snow peas, broccoli etc.
I have tried many different vegetable varieties and really am fond of using just celery for this dish. While my partner much prefers it with red and green peppers, to each their own.
Also it’s very important to use fresh ginger, the fresher the better. If you do not have that on hand you can use powdered however it’s just not as good.
Also it’s best to use a wok or frying pan to make this, besides that there really is no special technique to this dish.
You are just simply making the sauce, prepare the vegetables and chicken and you’re good to go.
Healthy and easy chinese food can be made at home any night of the week.
So get out your chopsticks prepare some rice on the side and enjoy fresh homemade chinese at home 🙂
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This Chinese Peppered Shrimp stir fry is easy to make and is packed full of crispy red and green peppers and is sautéed in a special black peppered sauce.
Your going to want to pull out the chop sticks for this one.
WHAT IS PEPPER SHRIMP
Black Pepper Shrimp is a popular Chinese dish that is made with shrimp and a mixture of vegetables that is typically served with rice or on it’s own. It has a special sauce that it is made in, which makes it super tasty!
In which I will share with you below in the recipe card!
This dish is made in our home often and is definitely up there on our list of favorite Asian dishes.
You can make this in a large non stick skillet or wok, since the whole dish comes together in under 15 minutes you really can skip the take-out tonight with this one.
So what are you waiting for? By the time you dial up your local restaurant, you can have this delicious and authentic Black Pepper Shrimp stir fry on the table in no time.
You can always add fresh calamari to this dish as well if you’d like. And if your really feeling bold, go ahead a throw a chicken breast in too.
The only real difference from this dish and those served in the restaurants is that this typically arrives to the table on a hot sizzling hot plate.
And unlike my other black pepper recipe on this blog, we do not have to tenderize anything so that step is omitted here.
We hardly ever order this dish from the restaurant anymore, because mine is better. That is unless we know the restaurant well and know they make it just as good.
Plus by eating this type of dish, you never have to feel guilty by overindulging. Because this is a super healthy meal that is packed full nutrients and contains should no msgs. Just make sure the soya sauce you use says that on the label and you will be in business.
I like to serve this with jasmine rice on the side and will use a mini rice cooker to cook the rice. Just set it ahead of time and it will be ready when the dish is completed.
I hope you give it a try there really isn’t much too it!
And stay tuned to this blog for more Healthy Chinese Recipes to come in the following months 🙂
Meal Prep Idea: Make enough to create a few meal prep bowls for the week ahead
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What makes my Chicken Chow Mein authentic? Well you are just going to have to read on to find out. The hardest part about making homemade Chow Mein is “chopping those vegetables”. Once you have that part done, along with marinating the chicken.
WHERE TO BUY CHOW MEIN NOODLES
Typically fresh Chow Mein noodles can be found in the fresh isles of your supermarket and the dry in the international isle. This recipe can also be made with just about any meat such as Chinese pork, beef or shrimp. OR make it vegetarian, which is also fantastic too!
Plus, if you like a little more heat to your dish then feel free to add some red pepper chili flakes or some fresh chili paste during the cooking process.
I have experimented with a few Chow Mein recipes over the years and promise you your going to love this one.
It contains a few fresh ingredients such as whole chicken breasts, shredded cabbage, Bok choy, green onions, carrots and fresh Cho Mein noodles.
You can always use dried Chow Mein noodles those will produce a more crispy chow Mein. I like to make it both ways so that part is up to you!
So what makes this Chow Mein authentic?
It is the fresh Cho Mein noodles which are tossed in the most delicious sauce. Along with the shredded ingredients! You may be more familiar with chopped carrots, however most authentic dishes call for those carrots to be shredded.
Chow Mein is one of my favorite Asian dishes, I will order it Everytime I go to my favorite Asian restaurant and I will also order it when I try new Asian restaurants.
Some restaurants make their Chow Mein better than others, typically it has allot to do with the type of ingredients that are added to the noodles.
My all time favorite Chow Mein dish would have to be seafood then chicken, today I am sharing the chicken one.
Very soon I will share how I make the seafood one, which contains fresh calamari and shrimp.
I like to make my Chow Mein with fresh steamed noodles sometime and did for this recipe. However both steamed and dry are good and will work well for this recipe.
Note: Using a low sodium chicken stock and soya sauce will cut down on the salt intake for this dish.
Also if your wanting a crispy chow mein stir fry, then see this recipe below will suit your taste!
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This Vietnamese Salad Vermicelli is made with rice noodles and is the Ultimate Summer Dish that is always served with fresh veggies that are then topped with a grilled meat of your choice and has an authentic fish sauce / dressing for serving.
Never made a Vietnamese salad before? No problem! This step-by-step guide will walk you through the process of creating a delicious, healthy salad in the comfort of your own kitchen. It also will show you how to make homemade Vietnamese Salad Dressing to go on top of this salad.
WHAT IS VIETNAMESE NOODLE SALAD CALLED
(Bun Bo Xao) in Vietnamese. Vietnamese Salad Vermicelli is a refreshing and healthy dish to serve on a hot summer day.
This flavorful and versatile recipe is packed with fresh herbs and veggies, protein, and a tangy dressing that will satisfy your taste buds and keep you feeling refreshed.
Thai Vermicelli salad can also have the addition of grilled pork and shrimp as well. If you would like to create that, simple grill some shrimp or sliced pork and season with salt to serve.
WHAT IS VIETNAMESE SALAD
Vietnamese Noodle Salad is served with warm or cool noodles, fresh cold vegetables and cooked meats of your liking. Typically grilled pork, shrimp or beef. The noodles are always Vermicelli rice noodles that come with a light Thai inspired sauce.
It’s fresh, filling and just like they serve in Thai restaurants.
If you have been to this blog before you will know that I’m a fan of Thai food and eat it often.
I used to go out to enjoy this food at least every other week, but now make it more at home. Because it is easy to do and saves me a ton of cash at that too!
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making Vietnamese Salad Vermicelli with Shrimp
HOW TO MAKE VERMICELLI SALAD
You will want to make two marinades, one for the chicken and one for the sauce that you will serve alongside these bowls.
Fresh lemongrass is very important here for the chicken marinade, it gives it that really intense lemon taste. So be sure to get your hands on a few stocks that you will simply chop and place into the marinade.
The longer you marinade the chicken the better. If your making it for dinner then simply marinate it in the morning or the night prior. Then basically the rest of the dish can be pulled together in less than 30 minutes. Easy peazy!
What makes these rice bowls so good is the fresh ingredients and the authentic Vietnamese Salad Dressing.
WHAT IS VIETNAMES SALAD DRESSING
It is a traditional dressing that is used on almost every type of Vietnamese salad dish and the recipe can be found below. It serves very well over cold salads, that are then topped with a marinated then grilled meat protein of your liking.
VIETNAMESE SALAD DRESSING
Also know as “Nuoc Mam” sauce which is a sweet, salty, sour and spicy dressing.
3clovesgarlic (minced)
1/2cupcold water
1lime(juiced)
2tbsprice vinegar or white vinegar
1/4cupfish sauce
3tbspsugar
1red chili(de-seeded and sliced, or substitute 2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce or Sriracha)
This makes enough for roughly 2 people.
Substitute for Nuoc Mam sauce?
Soya sauce mixed with some red hot chili pepper flakes
The first time I ordered this salad, I was not expecting much.
That was years ago, I remember the day to a tea. I was with my aunt and she took me to this whole in the wall restaurant that I was not expecting to become my favorite restaurant in town.
Fast forward 10 years later, you will find me going to the same restaurant ordering the same dishes.
So, whenever that Thai salad craving hits and I’m not heading out to a restaurant.
I will simply make this dish in the comfort of my own home.
Trust me it’s pretty darn easy too!
So follow along and soon you will be a master chef in making Vietnamese rice bowls at home just like me 🙂
WHAT IS IN A VERMICCILI SALAD
Carrots, cucumbers, fresh herbs such as cilantro, shredded iceberg lettuce and a meat protein of your liking.
Thai marinade and Vietnamese salad dressing
Feel free to add other veggies such as Beans sprouts, fresh herbs, jalapeno peppers.
Now doesn’t that sound healthy and fresh? This is one of the best salads if you ask me.
IS VIETNAMESE SALAD HEALTHY
Yes, it is packed full of fresh vegetables and herbs along with a lean protein such as shrimp
Keep in mind though the soya sauce and fish sauce has a high sodium content so you may want to use a lighter soya sauce or less dressing on your salad.
If you like a bit more heat to your vermicelli rice bowls.
Then go ahead and serve along with some “hot chili sauce” or if you prefer a sweeter dish try a “sweet chili sauce”.
LIKE THAI FOOD AS MUCH AS ME?
Then you will want to try my other Thai inspired recipes on this website!
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These Asian Chicken Drumsticks are baked in the oven in their own marinated. Which produces a tender and juicy chicken that is served best over rice.
I really like to make these asian chicken drumsticks in my “dutch oven”.
The reason I do this is because the chicken cooks in the juices and never becomes dry.
Which works so well because this recipe is served over a bed of Jasmine rice and their is even leftover juice remaining that is uses as a sauce.
This is really a set it and forget it type recipe too, simply marinade the chicken in your dutch oven the night prior.
And take it out of the fridge and place in directly into a preheated oven at 425 f for 45 minutes.
Meanwhile, cook some rice on the side in a rice cooker and your ready to eat a satisfying meal that the whole family is sure to love.
As with all my recipes, if you want to serve more people.
Simply double the recipe ingredients up.
Can I bake these in the oven?
Absolutely! However keep in mind they won’t be juicy and their will be no sauce for the rice.
How to make the best baked asian chicken drumsticks
Marinade– You want to marinate them overnight.
Time – You do not want to bake them for more than 45 minutes.
This marinade consists of soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, black pepper.
If you follow those two tips alone you are sure to prepare the best baked chicken drumsticks. Also feel free to use bone in chicken thighs as well, those work for this recipe too
Looking for another popular chicken breast recipe? try my “Oven Baked Chicken Breasts”? It’s a another popular one on this blog.
If you liked this recipe? Then you will want to try my other ASIAN inspired recipes below!
This Sauteed Sesame Tofu can be pulled together in no time at all. It’s not the sweet kind of tofu rather a savory kind.
So if you’re looking for a new way to prepare tofu, then this recipe is sure to impress.
I sometimes like to enjoy it just like this or I will prepare some rice and vegetables on the side and serve it like that.
Whichever way you prefer to serve this recipe you can’t go wrong. It’s basic but also so versatile that it goes great with anything.
IS SESAME TOFU VEGAN
Yes, since tofu is plant based it sure is.
Want to make it a bit sweet? Feel free to add 2 or 3 tbsp of honey to the sauce and your good to go.
You can also serve this as a appetizer around the holidays, why not it takes really no effort at all and would sure to be eaten up in no time.
This is one of my favorite ways to make tofu and trust me you won’t miss the meat in this recipe. Because the tofu has a good source of protein and essential amino acids.
It is also an excellent source of iron and calcium and the minerals.
In addition, tofu is a good source of magnesium, copper, zinc and vitamin B1. So go ahead and indulge!
HOW TO MAKE SESAME TOFU
Start by slicing the tofu as seen in the steps picture above. Once it has been sliced, dry it off as much as possible with a paper towel.
Next make the sauce, add all the sauce ingredients into a small bowl and whisk with a fork till combined.
Now in a small bowl add the tofu along with the cornstarch and coat. Add the combination of cooking oil and sesame oil to a non stick frying pan, and saute the tofu on each side for 5 minutes, turning a often in order to brown the tofu.
Once browned about 15 minutes into cooking, add in the sesame seeds and toast for 2 more minutes. Drizzle the sauce overtop of the browned tofu and saute for 5 more minutes. Serve and enjoy!
Note: You can always add 2 tbsp of honey for some added sweetness if desired.
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Skip the takeout tonight and try this “Chinese Beef Pepper Steak” instead.
It is absolutely delicious and so healthy for you. So feel free to indulge and sharing is not mandatory!
I like good quality chinese food and will seek it out when the craving hits.
I lean more towards those authentic type dishes than those americanized sweet ones.
This dish definitely delivers on those authentic flavors.
So if your like me and prefer a more authentic stir fry too then you’re definitely going to want to add this recipe collection!
Sauteed in the most delicious sauce your family won’t believe this didn’t come from delivery.
So what is in that secret sauce anyway? Well it’s a simple combination of oyster sauce, soya sauce, cornstarch, sugar, rice vinegar and some great spices.
You are sure to be reminded of your best dining experience at your favorite asian restaurant with this one.
Your wanting to use a fast fry steak here and simple marinade it for 15 minutes prior to ensure it is as tender as possible.
To do that slice the steak against the grain and marinade it in a bit of baking soda then after the 15 minutes is up your going to run that clean under cold water.
Then add all the “sauce” ingredients back into a bowl with the cleaned steak and now your ready to pull it all together in the wok!
Meanwhile, while the steak is marinating in the sauce you can get your rice going either on the stove or in your rice cooker and also chop up all the vegetables = Red and Green peppers, onions, garlic and ginger.
Then the rest of the dish takes less than 15 minutes to pull together, talk about easy enough eh?
For this recipe you can throw in practically any type of vegetable in, sometimes will throw broccoli and snap peas for another version.
However this version is definitely my all time favorite, I could eat this once per week or more and sometimes i do 🙂
I like to serve this with some cooked jasmine rice on the side, I hope you give it I would love to know what you think?
If you liked this recipe? Then you will want to try my other ASIAN inspired recipes below!
Looking for more Chinese style recipes? search the blog’s “Skip The Takeout” section for some more inspiration.
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Does your family like authentic chinese food as much we do? Well then you’re definitely going to want to add this Black Pepper Beef Broccoli Stir Fry to your recipe collection!
I’m now happy to share with you my family’s favorite way to make black pepper beef stir fry.
This recipe is not only super delicious, it’s also quick and healthy for you, win win!
Also this dish can be made for a fraction of the cost of what you would pay for takeout.
So if your trying to get your family to eat healthier, try this recipe tonight.
Sauteed in the most delicious sauce your family won’t believe this didn’t come from delivery.
If you tried my Black Pepper Chicken stir fry and liked it then your sure to like this one too.
There are a few different techniques to making it with beef, which I will teach you below.
First off the beef needs to be first tenderized first and foremost.
I learned to do this recipe through much trial and error and found the type of beef that works best is “flank steak” however you could use tenderloin or new york strip as well.
Then you will want to thinly slice the beef against the grain and allow it to marinade in baking soda for a minimum of 20 minutes to tenderizes it.
You can throw in practically any type of vegetable, I sometimes will use just peppers, other times I will use snow peas.
I hope you give it a try and if you do I would love to know what you think, just let me know in the comments below.
I like to serve this Black Pepper Beef with some cooked jasmine rice on the side, and will use a mini rice cooker to cook the rice.
Just set it and it will be ready when the dish is completed. I hope you give it a try there really isn’t much too it!
Meal Prep Idea: Make enough to create a few meal prep bowls for the week ahead, this recipe will feed two for dinner and create two meal preps.
If you liked this recipe? Then you will want to try my other ASIAN inspired recipes below!
Notes: You may use any other vegetables you have on hand such as snow peas, green peppers etc. Also feel free to use anywhere from 1 tsp to 3 tsp of black pepper depending on your households preference.
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