Friday, May 31, 2024

The Ultimate Guide to Zongzi: Traditional Chinese Glutinous Rice Dumplings and Their Most Popular Varieties

Zongzi, also known as sticky rice dumplings, are a traditional Chinese food made from glutinous rice stuffed with various fillings and wrapped in bamboo, reed, or other large flat leaves. They are typically steamed or boiled. Zongzi is traditionally associated with the Dragon Boat Festival, commemorating...

Wednesday, May 29, 2024

Taiwanese Savoury Rice Cakes - Wa Gui 碗糕

 Wa-gui 碗糕, a popular Taiwanese dish, is versatile and enjoyed for breakfast or as a snack. It can consists of pure rice flour paste steamed in a rice bowl, then garnished with soy sauce and minced garlic. Other variations incorporate fillings like duck egg yolk, mushrooms, minced pork, or shrimp...

Wednesday, May 22, 2024

Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake

 A delicious cheesecake with a chocolate chip cookie bottom, combining different textures and flavors. It's one of my favorite bakes.Check out my Polish Teardrop Cheesecake Recipe LINKIngredients:Chocolate Chip Cookie Layer:- 1 egg- 60g brown sugar- 45g oil- 70g all-purpose flour- 30g cornstarch-...

Friday, May 17, 2024

Tea Eggs - Cha Ye Dan 茶葉蛋

Taiwanese tea eggs 茶葉蛋 are a popular snack in Taiwan, made by steeping boiled eggs with their shells cracked in a marinade of tea leaves and spices. The longer they marinate, the richer the flavor.Tea eggs are commonly found in street food stalls and markets throughout Taiwan, as well as convenience...

Monday, May 13, 2024

Polish Apple Pancakes - Racuchy z Jabłkami

Racuchy are traditional Polish pancakes similar to American pancakes but may have different variations in terms of ingredients and toppings.The batter for racuchy typically includes flour, eggs, milk or water, and sometimes yeast or baking powder for leavening. It can also contain additional ingredients...

Thursday, May 2, 2024

Barszcz Czerwony - Polish Red Borscht

Barszcz Czerwony is a traditional Polish beetroot soup, known for its deep red color and slightly sweet, tangy flavor. It’s commonly served during Christmas Eve (Wigilia) with uszka (small dumplings), but it can also be enjoyed year-round, often served clear or with boiled potatoes or other vegetables.Ingredients:-...