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The icy, soft, and glutinous snow skin is like a small dessert, not overly sweet at all, but with a nice chewy texture. The filling is delicate and silky, and paired with the icy skin, it's refreshing and satisfying. Whether you're enjoying it yourself or giving it as a gift, it's a standout. For yourself, it's a satisfying treat without the heaviness of traditional mooncakes; for a gift, its exquisite appearance will delight everyone. If you're tired of the overly sweet taste of traditional mooncakes, this icy skin version is a surefire way to enjoy it. It's a refreshing take on the mooncake world, and even better when refrigerated. Its cool, soft, and glutinous texture is guaranteed to make you fall in love with it. Enjoy it during Mid-Autumn Festival for a truly refreshing and ceremonial experience! This recipe makes 20 50g mooncakes.
The coral-pink radish slices are translucent and juicy, their juices shimmering and clear. The initial crispness is refreshing, followed by a burst of sour and spicy flavors, mingled with the aroma of garlic. The subtle spiciness is tempered by a sweet aftertaste, making the food even more appetizing with every chew. Enjoy it with porridge for breakfast, instantly refreshing the light dish; with rice for lunch, it dispels the greasy, everyday air; as a dinner snack, it awakens tired taste buds; and as an appetizer at banquets, its vibrant presentation and crisp texture instantly capture the eye. It's a flavorful surprise that complements every meal, season after season.
This egg pudding delivers a softness that touches the tongue and leaves a sweet, moist trail. Its texture is silky smooth, blending with the aroma of warm milk and thick, creamy egg yolk. When cooled, its surface reflects soft light like a smooth mirror, garnished with dried grated coconut for a light savory touch and textural contrast. Each mouthful is a comforting, classic memory, ideal for relaxing with a cup of warm tea.
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!
Let's talk about this steamed taro with chopped peppers. It's absolutely delicious! The taro is steamed until soft and flavorful, melting in the mouth. The spicy chopped peppers and the salty, savory sauce soak up the flavor, leaving you with a soft, chewy, and delicious bite. It's so delicious! The broth is also perfect for rice; add it to a bowl and you'll have two bowls to spare. This dish is common in Hunan and Sichuan restaurants. Chopped peppers are a Hunan specialty, and Sichuan cuisine favors spicy flavors. The fusion of spicy flavors from north and south combined with taro creates a dish that everyone praises, and it's a favorite among diners from Hunan and Sichuan! I'm sure many people love taro, but the difficulty of handling it can be a real hindrance. But with this recipe for steamed taro with chopped peppers and some tips for preparing taro, there's no need to worry!
Break one open, and the soft, stringy texture stretches out. The coconut milk hidden in the cracks oozes out, fragrant and moist, the aroma of coconut mixed with the aroma of milk piercing my nose. A bite reveals the bread is soft as cotton, the sweetness of coconut milk wrapped around the mellow aroma of wheat, a perfect sweetness that becomes more and more addictive with every chew. I've been trying to manage my weight lately, but with the smell and feel of this softness, how could I resist? So, I grabbed one, then another (with a silly grin), watching my family happily scramble for it. Any worries about losing weight faded away with the coconut aroma—after all, the carb-filled treats that the whole family can gather around to grab aren't always available. Losing weight? I'll worry about it after I finish this plate!
Black seaweed wrapped around white rice, topped with pink, tender Arctic sweet shrimp. Their tails were a vibrant red, as if they'd just jumped out of the water. Placed on the sushi, they looked like a blanket of vibrant red, a breathtakingly fresh quilt covering the rice. Sandwiched between the shrimp and rice, the cheese slices were gleaming with a milky aroma. Inside, tucked away in intestines and crab sticks, the meaty aroma was enough to make your mouth water! The carnivore in my family was so enchanted by the sight of this plate of sushi that he rushed over in two steps. The first bite revealed the crisp seaweed and soft rice, followed by the freshness of the Arctic sweet shrimp, the fragrance of the intestines, and the springiness of the crab sticks. The cheese still sizzled with a milky aroma, and the sweet and sour Thousand Island dressing and mayonnaise accentuated the meaty flavor. The sushi was so fresh, fragrant, and satisfying that I couldn't stop. Look at that guy, his chopsticks seem to have legs, he puts one bite after another into his mouth, and in the blink of an eye, half of the plate is gone, and he is still mumbling, "the shrimps are so fresh" and "the cheese and meat are so delicious together", and finally he picks up the plate and puts it into his mouth, the whole plate is gone in the blink of an eye, and after finishing it, he licks his fingers with satisfaction and shouts, "I'll make another plate tomorrow!"
Classic French custard dessert: a silky mixture of egg yolks, sugar, vanilla and heavy cream baked in a water bath until just set, chilled, then topped with a layer of sugar that’s caramelized into a crisp, golden crust.
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!
A bold and aromatic fusion of heat and comfort! Fragrant grilled chillies infuse the tender beef and soft tofu with deep, smoky flavour, while the clay pot locks in a rich, savoury broth. Perfect for spice lovers craving warmth, depth, and that irresistible kick of Cantonese-style home cooking.