Try something new with red chili fruit — easy recipes with ingredients you already have at home.
Sambal Goreng Egg Quail dan Panjang Beans is a perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and savory that captivates the palate. Fresh green beans combine with tiny quail eggs, served in a rich chili sauce—its aroma is tempting with the spices of the Indonesian archipelago. Each bite presents a harmony of textures: the fresh crunch of the beans, the soft and chewy taste of the quail eggs, and layers of warm, kissable flavors that penetrate deep into the heart. The vibrant red color of the chili sauce is captivating, promising a tantalizing explosion of flavors from the first glance. This dish is more than just a side dish—it is a small, warm feast, perfect for adding joy to the dinner table.
Steamed Hairy Gourd with Minced Shrimp is a celebration of subtle and elegant flavors. The soft, uniquely textured pumpkin blends harmoniously with the savory minced shrimp, creating a harmony of natural freshness and a touch of the sea. Each morsel brings a light warmth, while the rich sauce that caresses the dish is infused with notes of oyster, spicy spices, and subtle sweetness that blend perfectly. The result is a dish that is light yet bold—inviting bites full of serenity, deliciousness, and a calming elegance.
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I really can't eat the braised dishes sold outside. I tried a Chaoshan bagged marinade that was popular on the Internet before, but the greasy smell was too strong when it was cooked, and I couldn't get used to it. It seems that you can't be lazy when making braised food. It's still more reliable to carefully prepare a pot of marinade yourself. After each braising, carefully filter out impurities, boil it, let it cool, and put it in the refrigerator for the next time. Why does the old braising become more fragrant as it is braised? First, the protein, amino acids, and fat of the ingredients will melt into the sauce during the braising process, and the flavor of the spices will be released repeatedly. Under the interaction, the taste becomes more and more intense and the layers are richer; second, the more times the braising is done, the spicy aroma of the spices in the marinade and the umami flavor of the ingredients will gradually balance and stabilize, and the braised food will naturally be more mellow. You should also pay attention to the storage of the old braising: filter and boil it for sterilization after each braising, seal it well and refrigerate or freeze it. It is recommended to use it within 1-2 weeks, and it is best to boil it again once a week for sterilization to prevent deterioration.
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Sliced lotus root holds a spiced minced meat filling, creating a harmony of crunch and tenderness in one bite. Aromas of garlic, ginger, and sesame oil spread warmth, while the fragrant sauce that seeps into the root's crevices adds layers of sweet, savory, and slightly spicy flavors. Each piece emerges golden with a textural sensation—crispy on the outside, soft on the inside—making for an earthy yet alluring dish, perfect for a flavorful and hearty meal.
These balado eggs are really fun because the boiled eggs are fried first so that the skin is a bit crispy, then doused with spicy red balado sauce that is blended finely from chilies, onions, shallots, and tomatoes. The taste is a combination of spicy, a little sour from the tomatoes, and a fragrant aroma from lime leaves or lemongrass—especially if you use lime leaves or lemongrass in the sauce.
Steamed tofu brings comforting softness, topped with a layer of fragrant minced meat, with the aroma of garlic, ginger and delicious spices seeping into every pore. This soft and dense texture blends with a touch of red pepper and a sprinkling of fresh green leaves, creating a harmony of warm, elegant and alluring flavors in every bite.
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