Hot Dishes
Sour Vegetable Fish
This Sichuan-style boiled grass carp is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender fish slices with bold, spicy flavors. Thinly sliced grass carp is marinated with salt, starch, cooking wine, and egg white for a silky-smooth texture. The magic happens in the fragrant broth—ginger, garlic, chili peppers, and Sichuan peppercorns are fried until aromatic, then simmered with tangy pickled vegetables for a rich, umami-packed base. The delicate fish slices are gently poached just until tender, then finished with a sizzling pour of hot oil infused with more Sichuan peppercorns for an irresistible numbing spice. Perfectly balanced between heat and savoriness, this dish highlights the freshness of the fish while delivering the signature mala (numbing-spicy) kick of Sichuan cuisine. A must-try for lovers of bold flavors and melt-in-your-mouth seafood!
Sour Vegetable Noodle
This savory stir-fried rice noodle dish is a flavorful and satisfying meal, combining tender rice noodles with tangy pickled mustard greens for a perfect balance of taste and texture. The dish starts with soaking rice noodles until soft, ensuring they cook evenly. Aromatic garlic is stir-fried to release its rich fragrance, then paired with crisp pickled mustard greens for a delightful umami punch. Light and dark soy sauces add depth and a beautiful caramelized color, while a splash of water helps meld the flavors together. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality results in minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights. The combination of chewy noodles, savory sauces, and the unique tang of pickled greens creates a dish that’s both comforting and exciting. Perfect for noodle lovers looking for a simple yet bold flavor experience!
Soy Sauce Chicken
This **Soy Sauce Braised Chicken** is a flavorful, tender dish that’s simple yet packed with rich umami depth. A whole chicken is simmered in a savory-sweet blend of soy sauce, wine (white wine recommended for the best taste), sugar, and ginger, creating a succulent, aromatic meal. The key to perfection lies in basting the chicken every 5 minutes, ensuring each bite is infused with the delicious braising liquid. The result? Juicy, fall-off-the-bone chicken with a glossy, savory glaze. Ideal for family dinners or special occasions, this dish is both comforting and impressive. Serve it hot with steamed rice to soak up the irresistible sauce. Quick to prepare yet bursting with complex flavors, this recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves tender, deeply seasoned chicken.
Soy Sauce Chicken
This succulent Soy Sauce Chicken recipe delivers tender, flavorful meat with a rich, aromatic glaze that’s simply irresistible. The dish starts with fresh chicken, gently simmered with scallions and ginger to infuse depth, while a blend of soy sauce, nutty sesame oil, and caramel-like brown rock sugar creates a perfectly balanced sweet-savory sauce. A quick sear in cooking oil locks in moisture before slow simmering ensures juicy, fall-off-the-bone tenderness. The result? Glossy, golden-brown chicken with melt-in-your-mouth texture and a fragrant umami finish. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this easy yet impressive recipe brings authentic, restaurant-quality flavor to your table in just 30 minutes. Serve sliced over rice or noodles to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce!
Soy Sauce Squid
This tender and flavorful stir-fried squid recipe is a seafood lover’s delight, combining fresh squid with aromatic ginger, garlic, scallions, and a hint of spice from chili peppers. The secret lies in the delicate knife-scoring technique, ensuring the squid cooks evenly and absorbs the rich umami flavors of oyster sauce and seafood soy sauce. Quick and easy to prepare, the dish starts with a fragrant stir-fry of aromatics, followed by a savory simmer that locks in the squid’s natural sweetness. A splash of cooking wine enhances the dish’s depth, while a final drizzle of oyster sauce adds a glossy, irresistible finish. Perfectly cooked to a tender, just-done texture, this squid dish is garnished with fresh scallions for a vibrant touch. Whether served as a weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality taste in minutes. Try it for a deliciously satisfying seafood experience!
Spicy Beef
This Sichuan-style crispy beef recipe delivers an irresistible combination of spicy, sweet, and savory flavors with a perfect crispy texture. Tender beef strips are first blanched with aromatic star anise, ginger, scallions, and cooking wine to remove any gaminess, then marinated for extra tenderness. The magic happens when the beef is fried to golden perfection and tossed in a glossy, caramelized brown sugar glaze infused with fiery chili pepper powder, numbing Sichuan pepper, and toasty sesame seeds. Each bite offers a bold contrast of crispy edges, tender meat, and layers of spice balanced by subtle sweetness. Adjust the heat and seasoning to your taste for a customizable dish that’s perfect as an appetizer or paired with steamed rice. A restaurant-worthy dish made easy at home!
Spicy Beef with Golden Needle Mushrooms
This spicy Sichuan-style enoki mushrooms with beef recipe is a quick, flavorful dish that packs a punch! Tender sliced beef and delicate enoki mushrooms are simmered in a bold, aromatic broth infused with garlic, fiery chili sauce, and numbing Sichuan peppercorns for an irresistible umami kick. The key to this dish lies in layering flavors—first toasting the peppercorns and garlic in hot oil to release their fragrance, then building depth with rich chili sauce. The enoki mushrooms soak up the spicy broth, while the beef cooks just until perfectly tender. Ready in minutes, this dish is ideal for a weeknight dinner with a satisfying heat. Serve it over steamed rice to balance the spice and enjoy the addictive combination of textures and bold Sichuan flavors!
Spicy Boiled Fish
Indulge in this exquisite Sichuan-style fish dish, combining tender fish slices, plump shrimp, and bouncy fish balls in a rich, aromatic broth. The secret lies in marinating the fish with egg whites, cooking wine, and starch for an ultra-silky texture, then quickly cooking it to perfection—removing it just as it turns white for melt-in-your-mouth tenderness. A fragrant oil infused with fiery red peppers and numbing Sichuan peppercorns is poured over the dish, adding a bold, spicy kick. The fish bone broth, simmered with fresh vegetables, enhances the umami depth, while a final garnish of cilantro brightens every bite. Perfect for spice lovers, this dish balances heat, savoriness, and freshness in every luxurious spoonful. Serve hot for a restaurant-worthy meal at home!
Spicy Boiled Fish Slices
This **Spicy Sichuan-Style Grass Carp** is a classic dish that never gets old—bursting with bold flavors and a perfect balance of heat and aroma. Fresh grass carp is expertly sliced into tender fillets, marinated with salt, chicken powder, and pepper, then cooked in a rich, five-spice-infused broth. The dish gets its signature depth from fragrant garlic, ginger, dried chilies, and Sichuan peppercorns, while a splash of soy sauce, cooking wine, and sugar enhances the umami richness. Crisp cucumber and leafy greens add freshness, and a final sizzle of hot five-spice oil elevates the dish with an irresistible aroma. Whether you love fiery Sichuan cuisine or crave a comforting fish soup, this recipe delivers tender fish, a clear yet flavorful broth, and a mouthwatering kick of spice. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a hearty homemade meal!
Spicy Cabbage
This quick and flavorful Stir-Fried Cabbage with Peppercorns and Chili is a must-try for spice lovers! Hand-torn cabbage leaves are stir-fried to perfection in a wok with aromatic peppercorns and fiery dried chili peppers, creating a dish that’s crispy, smoky, and packed with bold flavors. The key to its deliciousness lies in the high-heat stir-fry method, which locks in the cabbage’s natural sweetness while infusing it with a tantalizing heat. A final sprinkle of salt and chicken essence enhances the umami-rich taste, making every bite irresistible. Perfect as a side or a light main, this dish comes together in minutes—ideal for busy weeknights. Try this easy yet sensational recipe for a spicy, crunchy twist on classic stir-fried cabbage!