Cooking with of sugar doesn’t have to be expensive. Try these cheap, tasty, and filling recipes.
These red bean paste flower rolls are absolutely gorgeous! The red and white stripes resemble natural marble patterns. Each layer of red bean paste is rolled up perfectly, creating a fluffy and soft white dough wrapper around a smooth and sweet red bean paste filling. Just looking at them makes my mouth water. The dough is soft yet slightly chewy, and the red bean paste is delicate and not too sweet. You can taste the slightly grainy red bean flavor in every bite.
A bold fusion pasta where tender short ribs meet an aromatic mix of green onion and sliced garlic, brought together with soy sauce, dark soy sauce, crushed chillies, and a touch of sugar, then finished with black pepper and a shower of grated parmesan. A fusion spaghetti cooked with Asian condiments.
Gently pull the bread with your hand, and you'll find it soft and fluffy with a naturally light texture. The outer crust is soft and fluffy, and you can even stretch it to reveal its delicate structure. The moment you pull it open, the chocolate sauce inside bursts out with a "whoosh," creating a wonderfully warm chocolate filling that coats the chewy mochi filling, along with crunchy nut pieces. The mochi is bouncy and stretchy, the crunchy nuts balance the sweetness, and the chocolate is rich and creamy. The soft bread sandwiched with the bursting filling and nuts is a perfect combination of soft, chewy, crunchy, and sweet flavors in one bite—pure satisfaction!
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.
When making this red bean paste bread, I deliberately avoided cutting or braiding it, mainly to prevent the red bean paste from drying out after baking in the oven, which would greatly affect the texture. Instead, I layered the red bean paste into the dough, creating a flaky, layered texture similar to puff pastry. This avoided the problem of biting into a mouthful of filling that was cloyingly sweet, and allowed the sweetness of the red bean paste to blend perfectly with the softness of the bread. Every bite offers a delightful combination of creamy red bean paste and fluffy dough, with rich layers that make it incredibly satisfying to eat.
Homemade soup dumplings are so delicious! This pot of freshly steamed "juicy little bombs" are all soft and fluffy little clouds. Made with a semi-fermented dough recipe, the dough has a glossy sheen and stays soft and fluffy even after cooling down and reheating. Pick one up and gently bite into it, and the meat juice bursts in your mouth, coating the chewy, simple Northeastern-style aspic—it's so fresh it'll make your eyes squint! This is a versatile, basic filling, savory and flavorful with a hint of carrot sweetness; one bite is pure bliss. Breaking it open reveals glistening juice coating the tender pink meat filling—it's mouthwatering just to look at. From the aspic to the semi-fermented dough to the versatile meat filling, all the techniques are in this recipe. Save it and recreate this bursting joy anytime!
Salmon Sashimi Marinate is a bright, sweet-and-spicy sauce designed to wake up salmon sashimi with punchy aromatics and citrus. Red onion, garlic, chillies, lime, and chopped coriander are balanced with soy sauce, fish sauce, lemon juice, a touch of sugar, and a hint of wasabi—fresh, zesty, and seriously appetite-boosting for warm weather. Want something more refreshing for summer? Try this sweet and spicy marinate sauce over salmon sashimi to boost your appetite!
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.
The delicate white cubes coated in fine coconut flakes look refreshing and exquisite. I prefer the version made with white agar powder; gelatin makes it sticky, while white agar powder has a chewy, bouncy texture that's delightfully bouncy. This one doesn't contain cream; the sweetness comes purely from milk and coconut milk, with a rich coconut flavor that's not cloying, and the sweetness is just right—completely guilt-free. A cup of jasmine tea brewed at a 1:50 tea-to-water ratio is perfect. Steep in 80-85°C water for 3-5 minutes. The fresh jasmine aroma and the sweetness of the coconut milk blend perfectly. A bite of the cube followed by a sip of tea instantly balances the sweetness, leaving you feeling incredibly refreshed. Enjoy a cup of this tea with the coconut milk cubes as an afternoon snack, or have one after a meal to cleanse your palate. Whether enjoyed alone or shared with family, it brings a sense of pure bliss.
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.