Best tepung panir Recipes for Everyday Cooking

Make the most of tepung panir with our handpicked recipes — simple, satisfying, and full of flavour.

Recipes with tepung panir

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Unlock the cool secret code of ice powder (super simple)

In Chengdu and Chongqing, ice jelly and hot pot are a golden pair. In summer, the crystal clear ice jelly is as smooth as white jade. It is drizzled with red sugar syrup, a spoonful of fermented glutinous rice, sprinkled with crispy peanuts, sweet and sour hawthorn slices, and a few soft and glutinous small dumplings. The moment it enters the mouth, the cool and sweet taste dispels the summer heat, and the multiple tastes jump on the tip of the tongue, refreshing from the tip of the tongue to the stomach, and one bite cures all the heat and fatigue. You can skip meals in summer, but you can never be without ice jelly. This bite of cool and sweet is an indispensable soul comfort in summer! Moreover, it is super simple to make, the required materials are easy to get at home, and the combination can be changed as you like, so you can easily reproduce this Sichuan and Chongqing summer delicacy.

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Pan-fried small river fish

This is how to pan-fry small river fish. My family says they could eat it eight times a week and not get tired of it. It's spicy and flavorful, so delicious that they even eat the bones...

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Quail Eggs and Little Penguins

3. Cold-boiled quail eggs: Boil the quail eggs, peel them, pair them with cucumber and carrot shreds, and drizzle them with blanched sauce. It is refreshing and appetizing, and is a great delicacy for relieving greasiness on the summer table.

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Stir-fried pickled radish with kidney

As the stove fire rises, the fried kidney with sour radish cubes is like a warm taste painting. The sour radish cubes cut into dice-sized pieces are golden and translucent, and are stir-fried in hot oil to produce a mellow sour and refreshing taste. Each piece is plump and crispy, and the juice overflows when you bite it; the kidney is cut into fine wheat ears, and is fried at high temperature to curl into an exquisite flower shape. The surface is slightly burnt and shiny, and the inside is fresh and chewy, with just the right chewiness. Red and green chili peppers and scallions are dotted in it, and the spicy and sour taste is intertwined, and the sour and spicy taste rushes straight into the nose. One spoonful of it, the sour, spicy, fresh and fragrant explode on the tip of the tongue, and the crisp and tender taste collides alternately. The rich home-style flavor makes people can't help but eat two bowls of rice.

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Shrimp Paste Seaweed Rolls (蛋皮滑紫菜卷)

Shrimp Paste Seaweed Rolls pair a smooth, delicate egg sheet with a savoury shrimp paste filling, layered with seaweed and a little shredded carrot for contrast. The shrimp paste is seasoned with soy sauce, white pepper, and salt, then lightly bound with corn starch for a cohesive, sliceable texture. Once rolled and steamed, the result is a neat, umami-forward bite with a gentle egg richness, a marine seaweed edge, and a clean savoury finish—ideal for cutting into small pieces and serving as a shareable appetiser or snack.

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Fresh glutinous rice and pork shumai (glutinous rice and pork shumai)

This glutinous rice steamed bun is so delicious! The glutinous rice is rich with the aroma of meat, mushrooms, and the sweetness of vegetables like carrots and corn. The rice is soft yet chewy, the minced meat is oily, and the umami flavor of mushrooms and dried shrimp is just right. The chopped green onions on top make it even more fragrant. In the morning, pair it with two mini green vegetable buns—one with the aroma of vegetables and the other with the aroma of meat—a perfect balance of meat and vegetables. A nutritious and filling breakfast is ready! The kids will enjoy it, and we'll save ourselves some trouble!

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crispy on the outside and soft on the inside

Freshly fried dough sticks are golden and crispy on the outside, with a crunchy texture and a fluffy, soft interior that becomes increasingly fragrant with every chew. Paired with a bowl of hot soy milk, slurping it up while nibbling on a dough stick is a truly delicious experience. Or pair it with a bowl of spicy hot soup, where the spicy, savory flavor complements the crispy dough sticks for an incredibly satisfying meal! Dough sticks are a staple at breakfast restaurants across China, a staple at breakfast stalls in both the north and south. But homemade dough sticks are rich and hygienic, making them even more satisfying and delicious than those sold at breakfast stalls! Learn this recipe and you'll never have to wait in line again. Enjoy your own dough sticks at home! Fry a few fresh in the morning and the whole family will enjoy a delicious feast!

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Fish fillet cooked with tomatoes

This tomato-cooked fish fillet dish highlights the contrast in texture between the surface of the fillet, fried to a crispy golden color, and the meat inside, which remains tender and juicy. The sweet and sour tomato sauce, slightly thickened by the tapioca starch solution, coats the fish evenly while giving it a fresh red glow. The aroma of sautéed garlic and ginger adds a warm and inviting layer of flavor, while the brisk tomato stew provides a natural freshness. Overall, this dish is practical for everyday use and easy to pair with warm rice, but requires careful marinating and frying to prevent the fish from becoming too dry, and careful stirring of the sauce to achieve the optimal consistency without clumping or being too runny.

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Pumpkin pie (sesame and breadcrumbs version)

Covered with white sesame or bread crumbs, golden and crispy, drizzled with brown sugar syrup to add a bright color. Take a bite, the outside is crispy and the inside is glutinous, the sweetness of pumpkin blends with the richness of brown sugar, and the bread crumbs bring a rich taste. Pair it with a cup of hot tea to start a relaxing afternoon tea; every bite is a double enjoyment of taste and vision.

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Teochew carrot cake

Traditional Teochew radish cake is usually deep-fried, but this twist is a fun twist! First, steam it to allow the sweet potato flour to blend with the shredded radish, Chinese sausage, and celery, locking in the soft, chewy texture. Then, pan-fry it until the crust becomes golden and crispy, while the inside remains soft and fluffy. The sweetness of the radish blends with the fragrant Chinese sausage and savory celery for a rich, complex dish. This homemade dish is both delicious and satisfying, capturing both traditional flavors and new textures!