168 Better Than Takeout Chinese Recipes
A humble attempt to capture a glimpse of the wondrous Chinese cuisine — 168 carefully selected recipes, each one accompanied by a demo video and detailed step-by-step photos.
168 recipes, in four kinds of cooking
From the dishes you'd order on a Friday night to the ones worth a whole afternoon.
Takeout Classics
The dishes that have proven their status as beloved Chinese food to millions of people all over the world. Their simplicity and affordability make them perfect for home cooking.
Pepper SteakSweet and Sour PorkChicken Lo MeinChicken Fried RicePepper SteakSweet and Sour PorkChicken Lo MeinChicken Fried RicePepper SteakSweet and Sour PorkChicken Lo MeinSesame ChickenChop SueyMongolian BeefSesame ChickenChop SueyMongolian BeefSesame ChickenChop SueyHomestyle Family Meals
Staple meals passed down through generations, inspired by my childhood and the cooking wisdom of my parents and relatives. With them, you'll savor local meals like a native Chinese.
Cantonese Steamed FishSweet and Sour RibsChicken Mushroom CongeeBeef and BroccoliCantonese Steamed FishSweet and Sour RibsChicken Mushroom CongeeBeef and BroccoliCantonese Steamed FishSweet and Sour RibsChicken Mushroom CongeeTomato and Egg Stir FryOyster Sauce Lo MeinSoy Sauce ChickenTomato and Egg Stir FryOyster Sauce Lo MeinSoy Sauce ChickenTomato and Egg Stir FryOyster Sauce Lo MeinRegional Specialties
The diverse, vibrant flavors found across every province — and the fusion dishes drawn from tradition and colonial history, then evolved into delicacies of their own.
Shaanxi Rou Jia MoHong Kong Beef CurryBeijing Doorknob DumplingsShaanxi Rou Jia MoHong Kong Beef CurryBeijing Doorknob DumplingsShaanxi Rou Jia MoHong Kong Beef CurryYunnan Herb Braised Beef SoupShanghai Crispy Pork ChopSichuan Mapo TofuYunnan Herb Braised Beef SoupShanghai Crispy Pork ChopSichuan Mapo TofuYunnan Herb Braised Beef SoupShanghai Crispy Pork ChopThe Challenging Ones
These require patience and dedication to master. Besides clear instructions, I explain the reasons behind the methods, illustrate common pitfalls, and offer tips to help you achieve restaurant-quality results.
Taro Puff DumplingsSticky Rice Dumplings in Lotus LeafCantonese Roasted DuckTaro Puff DumplingsSticky Rice Dumplings in Lotus LeafCantonese Roasted DuckTaro Puff DumplingsSticky Rice Dumplings in Lotus LeafAromatic Chicken Wonton SoupYibin Flaming NoodlesChar Siu Pork BunsAromatic Chicken Wonton SoupYibin Flaming NoodlesChar Siu Pork BunsAromatic Chicken Wonton SoupYibin Flaming Noodles
Hi, I'm Mandy.
A passionate home cook and a social media influencer (Souped Up Recipes) with 3 million followers worldwide, on a mission to share the joy of cooking and the rich flavors of Chinese food with you.
China, with its vast territory, large population, diverse ethnic groups and millennia-old history, boasts an astonishingly rich culinary heritage. "Chinese food" encompasses an infinite spectrum of flavors and traditions — which made a single volume a daunting task.
My ultimate goal is for you to feel the same satisfaction and pride replicating a dish you'd order in any Chinese restaurant, then impress your family and friends with it.
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