Cozy up with these comforting shallot recipes — simple dishes that warm the heart.
This Sweet and Spicy Dry Tempeh offers a harmony of textures: tempeh fried until dry and crispy combined with peanuts and crispy anchovies—each bite delivers a satisfying crunch. The sweet touch of brown sugar and sweet soy sauce blends with the warmth of spices like shallots, garlic, and fresh chilies, then enhanced by the distinctive aroma of bay leaves, kaffir lime leaves, and galangal. The slowly thickening sweet and spicy spices coat the tempeh, peanuts, and anchovies with layers of flavor full of character: fresh, warm, spicy, and sweet in one unforgettable deliciousness—perfect as a companion to warm rice or a delicious snack anytime.
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This large Wellington is perfect for the holidays and serves 8 people. A show-stopping Beef Wellington built for special occasions: beef tenderloin is wrapped with savoury mushroom duxelles, prosciutto, and delicate crêpes, then finished in a golden puff pastry crust. Brushed with Dijon mustard for extra depth and served with a glossy red wine sauce, it’s a rich, celebratory centrepiece designed to feed a crowd.
A bright, zesty Thai-style salad featuring tender lean pork slices with crisp cucumber and silky enoki mushrooms, finished with lime and a punchy savoury dressing. Aromatics like coriander roots, shallot, garlic, and chilli bring fragrance and heat, while fish sauce, soy sauce, and oyster sauce add that irresistible salty depth.
The ribs, with their caramelised amber skin, are coated in a warm, garlicky aroma, and the burst of juices in your mouth is incredibly satisfying. High-temperature grilling locks in the meat's freshness, while slow cooking brings out the sweetness of the garlic, making every bite a delight for the taste buds. The garlic flavour is not overpowering, and the meat is not dry; the caramelised aroma and tenderness dance on the tongue—this is the right way to enjoy ribs.
grated coconut fried to a golden hue blends harmoniously with the tender shredded chicken. Each piece of serundeng brings a balance of sweetness from the brown sugar, a touch of sourness from the tamarind juice, and the warmth of the spices—shallots, garlic, red chilies, cayenne pepper, turmeric, and coriander—that permeate throughout. The fragrance of lime leaves, galangal, and lemongrass envelops the overall aroma, creating an alluring tropical fragrance. The flavor is a dance of textures: crunchy, savory, and fragrant, with layers of complex flavors—sweet, savory, spicy, and fresh—perfect for accompanying warm rice or as a relaxing snack. This dish redefines a classic, remaining familiar yet leaving a deep flavor trail.
The crispness of pickled green beans meets the savory richness of minced meat, garnished with red and green chilies. The fresh, spicy, sour, and fragrant aroma fills the air as soon as it's stir-fried in the pan. The first bite is the crisp, sour taste of the pickled green beans, followed by the salty and oily aroma of the minced meat, along with the rich flavor of fermented bean paste and the fresh spiciness of the chilies. Every bite explodes in your mouth, making it an absolute "rice killer," easily making you want to eat two or three bowls. It's a national favorite for eating with rice! This is a classic Hunan and Sichuan home-style dish, commonly found on tables in Hunan, Sichuan, Jiangxi, and other regions.
pork floss, chives, and cheese. Just looking at them reveals how delicious they'll taste. When you're in a hurry in the morning, grabbing one is super convenient. The bread is soft, and with one bite, the salty flavor of the pork floss, the crispy chives, and the creamy cheese all explode in your mouth. The more you chew, the more delicious it becomes. It's truly fragrant, and there's no need to bother with the right combination. Finish one and keep another in your pocket for the day—a perfect breakfast and afternoon tea for a working person, right? 😀
Shallots, fried mushrooms and braised pork are a "taste bomb"! The shallots are fried to create a unique aroma, the mushrooms are soaked in gravy and tender, and the braised pork is soft and tasty. The combination of the three creates a rich aroma that whets your appetite. It has a wide range of uses. It can be used as a soul topping for noodles or rice, instantly transforming the staple food; it can be sandwiched in steamed buns or sesame cakes, and it is full of salty fragrance; it can be paired with rice noodles or rice noodles to upgrade the flavor. It is a versatile and delicious artifact.
Lately, I've been eating too much pasta and really wanted a change. Yunnan rice noodles are like Chongqing hotpot—the flavor is ingrained in the local culture. A trip to Yunnan is guaranteed to hook you; you'll crave it every day! To recreate the Yunnan taste, the local sauces and pickled vegetables are the soul of the dish! The tangy pickled vegetables mixed with the rich sauce, combined with the aroma of meat, are irresistible. Picking up a mouthful of rice noodles, each strand is coated in the thick sauce. Slurping them down, they're soft, chewy, and the savory, spicy, and sour sauce explodes on your tongue. The crisp, sour pickled vegetables cut through the richness of the minced meat. Then, a bite of a poached egg soaked in broth—layers of sour, spicy, fresh, and fragrant flavors unfold, warming you from your tongue to your stomach. Finally, I've satisfied my craving for Yunnan rice noodles!