lard Recipe Ideas – Family Meals Made Simple

Find easy and affordable recipes featuring lard. Great for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.

Recipes with lard

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Chewy and fluffy brown sugar walnut steamed buns

These freshly steamed walnut and brown sugar steamed buns are absolutely amazing! Lifting the lid, the sweet aroma of brown sugar mixed with the nutty scent of walnuts fills your nostrils. They're soft yet incredibly chewy; if you squeeze them, they spring right back. The wheat flavor of the buns is infused with the subtle sweetness of the brown sugar, and the steamed walnuts become fragrant, soft, and creamy, blending perfectly with the chewy texture of the buns. Every bite is more delicious than the last; you could easily eat three without wanting more!

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Pineapple soft buns containing pineapple

There is no wife in the wife cake, but this pineapple bun does have pineapple! It is the sincerity of the bread industry, and it uses real ingredients to make people shine. The filling is made of fresh pineapple, and the rich fruity aroma is hidden in the soft bread; freshly squeezed pineapple juice is added when kneading the dough, and when it is baked, the whole house is filled with the charming aroma of pineapple and wheat. Follow these steps, the crust is crispy and the inside is soft. Take a bite, and the pineapple aroma mixed with the fibrous filling explodes in your mouth, which is directly fragrant! The sincerity and deliciousness of home-made handmade products are several blocks away from those bought outside. It is so enjoyable to eat~

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How to make lard white and not fishy

Lard rice and lard noodles are classic delicacies engraved in the memory of countless people. It can be called the "liquid gold" of Chinese kitchens. It has a wide range of uses and a strong aroma. When frying, it is kept at a high temperature and can stimulate the original flavor of the ingredients. When making dumplings and pastries, lard is used to mix with noodles, and the finished products are clearly layered, crispy and delicious. Lard was once misunderstood as a "health killer", but modern research has shown that it is rich in monounsaturated fatty acids. Eating it in moderation can provide energy for the body, promote the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, and maintain cardiovascular health. Reasonable intake, lard can not only add deliciousness to the table, but also nourish the body and mind as a traditional food treasure.

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Crispy egg yolk puff pastry

I love egg yolk crisps so much, but I have a procrastination problem (I have prepared the lard for a long time). I always want to make them but I don't start. But once I start making them, I will start the "mass production" mode, bake a large plate, and then put them neatly in the freezer. This homemade egg yolk crisp can be stored for three months without any problem, and it is super convenient to eat whenever you want. The egg yolk crisps made by yourself are very fragrant, which is completely different from those bought outside. After tasting the ones you make yourself, I guarantee that you will never look down on those sold outside again. ~ Take a bite, the crispy skin falls apart, the salty and fragrant egg yolk is matched with the delicate bean paste, the taste is super rich, it is so satisfying, who would not be confused after eating it! Whether it is eaten by yourself or given as a gift, it is especially suitable. You can enjoy the delicious food at any time when you eat it yourself, and it is also very face-saving to give it to others. It is a real "social hard currency".

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Pumpkin and Red Bean Steamed Bun Rolls

Pumpkin and red bean rolls are soft and golden. The sweetness of pumpkin is kneaded into the dough, and the red beans are soft, sweet and fragrant. One bite is fluffy and delicate, and the homely sweetness melts on the tongue, warming the heart and stomach.

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Sichuan and Chongqing people love pumpkin, mushroom, and rice crust (Kong Fan)

In Sichuan and Chongqing, this braised rice dish is known as "Kong Fan." Braised pumpkin, dried mushrooms, and rice create a golden rice dish that blends the sweetness of pumpkin with the savory flavors of mushrooms and minced meat. The crispy texture of rice crust and the chewy, soft texture of pumpkin create a truly delicious dish. Even without the added ingredients, you'll still be left wanting more!

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Salted Egg Glutinous Rice Stuffing

This glutinous rice and egg dish, standing prominently in the center of a large round plate, exudes Michelin-level sophistication! The white plate makes the glistening rice balls stand out even more. Each grain of glutinous rice is coated in a glossy egg yolk, so sticky and soft it can be stretched into soft strands, with an enticing sheen. The green peas scattered throughout are incredibly eye-catching. The taste is absolutely amazing! The rice is chewy and sticky, bursting with savory flavor, infused with the rich aroma of Cantonese preserved meats—a truly multi-layered experience. Every bite is flavorful and satisfying, the aroma of preserved meats blending with the sandy texture of the egg yolk. The savory and oily flavors are locked inside the rice, leaving a lingering fragrance on the tongue. It truly is a beautiful presentation paired with a satisfyingly delicious taste! 😋

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Rainbow Spiral Pastry

Check out these rainbow spiral pastries! They're absolutely gorgeous! They look like a rainbow twisted together, with layers of pink, green, and blue—you can't take your eyes off them! And the taste is even better! One bite and they crumble, filled with a delightful mix of pork floss, egg yolk, and red bean paste—a perfect blend of sweet and savory, the more you chew, the more fragrant they become. This is also a social staple! It makes a great gift for holidays, and relatives and friends will definitely praise your thoughtfulness. Post it on social media, and it'll get hundreds of likes in no time, making you the most stylish person on your feed. Perfect for personal enjoyment or as a presentable gift. They're easy to make, so get started—it'll definitely be a top choice for your dinner table and gift list!

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Jade Butterfly Cream

The core taste of "jade butterfly condensed fat" is smooth and delicate, melting in the mouth. 1. The intuitive association of "condensed fat": as soft and tender as solidified animal fat (such as lard and mutton fat), dense and non-granular, it can be melted by a light touch of the tongue, similar to the soft texture of tender tofu or pudding, but more chewy and slightly glutinous like rice products. 2. Combined with the characteristics of rice tofu: retain the fragrance of rice itself, chewing it has the smoothness of rice paste, and because of the moderate thickness of the "butterfly" shape, it brings a light and non-greasy taste, as if holding a piece of "melting" jade fat, sweet and salty tastes can be adapted to this texture description.

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walnut, sesame, peanut brocade rolls (packets)

The filling blends the rich, mellow aroma of black sesame powder, the crunchy grains of peanuts and walnuts, and the gentle sweetness of milk powder. The multifaceted flavors intertwine, each bite offering a nutty crunch and the richness of sesame, a sweet yet non-cloying experience. The dough is also infused with black sesame powder. After steaming, the aroma of wheat permeates the air, mingling with the scorched aroma of sesame. The soft dough envelops the generous filling. One bite is filled with a soft exterior and fragrant interior. The richness of sesame, the crunch of nuts, and the aroma of milk are a comforting blend from nose to taste. It's a perfect fusion of traditional pastry and nutty flavors, incredibly delicious. By the time I realized it, my stomach was already swollen. The sight of the scale instantly sobered me up—but then I thought, trading three sweet, soft sesame and nut snacks for a solid meal is a real bargain! After all, the dough is so chewy and the filling is so flavorful, it would be a shame not to eat enough.