I love the feeling of euphoria and pride when I successfully make something from scratch. Kneading soft, malleable dough with my hands for a few minutes? That I can handle. I find ...
Noodle Tutorials
How to Successfully Make Homemade Udon Noodles From Scratch
Udon are thick white noodles that originated from Japan that are used in soups and stir-fries. They are made with flour, salt, and very little water which can make it difficult to ...
Homemade Chinese Noodles From Scratch
Make this simple Chinese noodle from scratch using just flour and water in about 30 minutes. Involve the kids as it's a great family-bonding activity and also great for their fine ...
Noodle Resources
Pasta Machine Review: Marcato Atlas vs Cucina Pro Imperia
When your rolling pin can't get the job done, which pasta machine should you turn to? Here is my review of two Italian-made pasta machines: the ...
How to Make *Baked* Baking Soda for Alkaline Noodles
What are "alkaline" noodles and why are they prized in Asian cuisine? How can you use baking soda to make these alkaline noodles? Continue reading to ...
Perfect With Homemade Noodles
Vietnamese Chicken Curry (Cà Ri Gà)
Make this Vietnamese chicken curry with store-bought or with my homemade Vietnamese curry powder. Like all stews, it tastes better the next day and ...
Stir-Fry Crabs with Ginger and Scallions
A popular Chinese stir-fry recipe that is actually quite simple to make at home in less than 30 minutes. Always get the freshest crabs available and ...
A Few of My Favorite Recipes
How to Make Hong Kong Egg Cakes (鷄蛋仔)
A popular street food in Hong Kong, I first came across these little egg cakes as a child growing up in New York City’s Chinatown. From a tiny red stall on Mosco Street, ...
How to Make Your Own Vietnamese Curry Powder From Scratch
Make your own blend of Vietnamese curry powder from scratch instead of using store-bought or if you don't have access to a specialty Asian market. Before any other ...
Quick and Easy Vietnamese Sweet and Sour Soup
This is a simplified but still flavorful version of my mom's Vietnamese Sweet and Sour soup and can be ready in under 30 minutes. Pineapple is used to sweeten the broth ...
