Best 1 tablespoon Recipes for Everyday Cooking
Make the most of 1 tablespoon with our handpicked recipes — simple, satisfying, and full of flavour.
Recipes with 1 tablespoon
Stir-fried pickled mustard greens with minced pork is a staple at Hunan restaurants—almost every table orders it. The bright green pickled mustard greens are coated in fragrant minced pork, mixed with the slight spiciness of diced red peppers. It's crisp and chewy, with a savory and delicious flavor. It's so good with rice that you can easily eat two large bowls; it's a universally acknowledged "rice-eating king." Going to a Hunan restaurant and not ordering it is like not truly experiencing the authentic flavors of Hunan cuisine!
As soon as these fermented bean curd chicken wings arrive, the aroma hits your nose! The skin is grilled to a gleaming shine, then crispy and tender. The salty aroma of fermented bean curd, combined with the gravy, wafts through your mouth, soaking up the flavor even between the bones. The best way to enjoy them is to just bite them with your hands, skipping chopsticks. You'll have to wipe the sauce off your fingers afterward, and then stare at the plate wondering, "Why didn't you grill a couple more?"
This braised pork knuckle with tiger skin is truly impressive—it's the star dish of any large banquet, and in a restaurant, it's a high-end, impressive dish that holds its own. Placed on the table, its glossy, dark red skin wrinkles into beautiful "tiger skin" patterns, sprinkled with tempting scallions—just looking at it makes your mouth water! The meat falls off your chopsticks with a "plop," the skin tender and the meat succulent, not greasy at all—it's like a "gentle paradise" stuffed into your mouth. If you dip it in the light dipping sauce, it's a "refreshing and cleansing" version; the slightly spicy and sour sauce coats the meat, like a cool breeze on your tongue. If you drizzle it with the thick sauce, it's a "sweet and passionate" version; the rich sauce clings to the meat, every bite is a savory blend of soy sauce and meat, like a "sweet embrace" for your taste buds. If you master this skill, serving it to guests at home will guarantee you'll be surrounded by people praising it until you blush! 😂 Which flavor do you prefer?
This Sichuan-Chongqing konjac beer duck is perfect for those on a weight-conscious diet! The konjac's chewy texture is smooth and chewy, absorbing the fresh aroma of both the duck and beer. While it doesn't have much of a flavor of its own, it perfectly locks in the meat's flavor. The duck is stewed to a crispy tenderness, and the beer not only removes the fishy smell but also adds a refreshing sweetness from the malt. The salty and savory flavors, combined with the spicy Sichuan peppercorns, make the dish even more delicious with every chew. The key is that the konjac is incredibly filling; just a few bites will fill your stomach. Paired with rice soaked in the sauce, it's a satisfying snack without the worry of gaining weight. For those of you who are trying to control your weight but crave this dish, you'll love its tangy aroma and satisfying feeling. Every bite is a win-win for both deliciousness and weight management!
This dish is a common sight on the streets and in every household across China. Whether in the north or south, at summertime cold food stalls or at home dinner tables, this crispy, flavorful cold lotus root salad is a must-have. Take a bite and the lotus root crackles with a crisp, fragrant, and spicy flavor. Paired with rice, it's a delicious side dish, perfect for drinking. Even a novice cook can whip it up! It's a truly down-to-earth and delicious national dish!
Sweet and sour sea bass has a bright red color and is topped with an amber sweet and sour sauce. Whether you are entertaining guests or having a family dinner, this dish instantly elevates the banquet and is definitely the "C position" on the table! It shows the cooking care and sincerity of hospitality. Follow the following 4 key techniques to create delicious dishes with good appearance and taste: 1. Starch selection: Potato starch is used for batter frying. Its characteristics can make the fish body form a thin and crispy shell, giving the dish a rich taste experience. 2. Deodorization: The fishy smell must be effectively removed to ensure that the fish tastes pure and sweet. 3. Ingredient selection: It is recommended to choose sea bass with few bones, thick meat and firm meat, which can not only ensure the convenience and pleasure of eating, but also facilitate the formation of dishes. Of course, you can also choose other suitable fish species according to your personal preferences. 4. Sweet and sour sauce blending: When preparing sweet and sour sauce, try to follow the proportion of the formula.
This bowl of sesame sauce wide noodles is thoroughly coated in rich sesame sauce, each strand glistening with oil. Sprinkled with white sesame seeds and vibrant green cilantro and chopped green onions, the reddish-brown and vibrant green hues are so appetizing just by looking at them on the table! The noodles are chewy and smooth, while the sesame sauce is rich and mellow, with hints of garlic and spiciness. With one bite, the smoothness of the sesame sauce and the springy texture of the noodles explode in your mouth, creating a perfect blend of sour, spicy, salty, and fragrant flavors. The more you eat, the more addictive you'll be, and you'll want to lick the sauce from the bottom of the bowl! Wherever you find yourself in China, if you're craving Xiangmihu sesame sauce wide noodles, try your luck at a local snack street or family restaurant, or make one at home using our recipe. Get started now; you're guaranteed to fall in love with them! They're even more delicious than those sold outside!
Braised pork trotters with preserved plums is a classic Cantonese dish that makes your mouth water just looking at it! The pork trotters are stewed until they're incredibly tender and fall off the bone easily, with a slightly chewy skin that bursts with juice when you bite into them. The sweet and sour flavor of the preserved plums perfectly balances the richness of the meat. Each piece is coated in a thick sauce, savory with a refreshing aftertaste, making it not greasy at all. You'll want to suck every last bit off the bone! It's perfect with rice or as a snack. My family always fights over it; it's a true rice-eating machine, and you'll want to lick the sauce off your chopsticks afterward!
This stir-fried oyster mushrooms and eggs is absolutely delicious! The oyster mushrooms soak up all the flavors of the seasonings, and each bite is tender and flavorful, with the savory taste of oyster sauce and light soy sauce, and a touch of sweetness from the sugar—it's simply divine! The eggs are cooked until smooth and tender, and when paired with the oyster mushrooms, the aroma doubles. The final sprinkle of chopped scallions releases an irresistible fragrance that fills your nose instantly. One bite, and the freshness of the oyster mushrooms and the aroma of the eggs explode in your mouth. It's so good with rice, you could easily eat an extra bowl. For a home-style dish to be made like this, it's truly a perfect accompaniment to rice!
Look at these meat-filled pancakes, they're so tempting! Each one is round, golden, and has beautiful burnt lines. Just looking at them makes you hungry. They taste even better. The leavened dough crust is soft and chewy, and the meat filling inside is generously stuffed, with chopped green fennel, which looks fresh. Take a bite, and the meat filling is so tender and juicy, and the fragrance of fennel hits your nose, and the saltiness is just right. When it's fresh out of the pan, the aroma can waft halfway around the block. Eat one while it's hot. The crust is slightly crispy, the inside is soft, and the meat filling is juicy. It's so delicious that you can't stop eating it. It's perfect for breakfast or as a daily snack!