Top 20 Chinese Takeout Recipes

Chinese cuisine made its way to the Western world largely through the rise of Chinese takeouts, a venture started by Chinese immigrants looking to earn a living. Over time, many of these takeout dishes have become beloved classics, celebrated for their unique flavors and comforting nature.

With these 20 recipes, you can whip up your favorite takeout dishes right at home, enjoying the same great tastes that made them popular. Plus, cooking at home lets you keep things healthier, so you can indulge without any guilt.

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Char Siu

Aromatic, smoky, savoury, and a little sweet, Cantonese classic dish Char Siu (Chinese BBQ pork) is one of the tastiest ways to roast pork. Try my easy recipe!

5 from 149 votes

Easy Char Siu (Chinese BBQ pork, 叉烧)

Aromatic, smoky, savoury & a little sweet, Cantonese classic dish Char Siu (Chinese BBQ pork) is one of the tastiest ways to roast pork.

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Chinese Spring Rolls

A tried and tested recipe for Chinese spring rolls. You don’t need to precook the filling. Two frying methods are provided. It also includes top tips to avoid a greasy taste.

5 from 81 votes

Chinese Spring Rolls (春卷), Deep-Fried or Air-Fried

A tried and tested recipe for Chinese spring rolls. You don’t need to precook the filling. Two frying methods are provided.

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Hot and Sour Soup

Tangy, glossy broth filled with ingredients of diverse flavours and textures, hot and sour soup is hearty, comforting and delectable. Learn to make it the authentic Chinese way.

4.95 from 99 votes

Hot and Sour Soup, the Authentic Way

Tangy, glossy broth filled with ingredients of diverse flavours and textures, hot and sour soup is hearty, comforting and delectable. Learn to make it the authentic Chinese way.

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Wonton Soup

Tasty, juicy filling wrapped with slippery wrappers and served in an umami broth, this easy wonton soup makes a wonderful all-in-one meal.

5 from 69 votes

Wonton Soup (馄饨汤)

Tasty, juicy filling wrapped with slippery wrappers and served in an umami broth, this easy wonton soup makes a wonderful all-in-one meal.

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Egg Foo Young

A thorough introduction to egg foo young with an easy-to-follow recipe. It includes the formula for the classic gravy, as well as a tasty alternative way to season.

4.98 from 45 votes

Egg Foo Young (Chinese Omelette, 芙蓉蛋)

An easy-to-follow egg foo young recipe which includes the formula for the classic gravy, as well as a tasty alternative way to season.

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Chicken Chop Suey

A delicious stir-fry of tender chicken and crunchy vegetables, chicken chop suey is very easy to make at home. Its tasty, thick sauce works well for other stir-fries too.

4.99 from 50 votes

Chicken Chop Suey (with an easy stir-fry sauce)

A delicious stir-fry of tender chicken & crunchy vegetables, chicken chop suey is very easy to make. Its tasty, thick sauce works well for other stir-fries too.

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Sha Cha Chicken

One of the easiest ways to cook chicken, this Sha Cha chicken recipe calls for simple preparation but delivers a delectable result.

5 from 22 votes

Sha Cha Chicken (沙茶鸡)

One of the easiest ways to cook chicken, this Sha Cha chicken recipe calls for simple preparation but delivers a delectable result.

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Kung Pao Chicken

Cooking Kung Pao chicken is easy! This recipe shows you how it’s prepared the authentic way. Tips on sauce ratio, stir-fry techniques, substitute ideas & a tutorial video are included.

4.99 from 87 votes

Kung Pao Chicken, the Authentic Way (宫保鸡丁)

Tender chicken cubes fried with aromatic spices & seasoned with a delicious sauce, Kung Pao chicken can be easily made at home. A tutorial is included.

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Soy Sauce Chicken

Flavourful, appetizing & comforting, soy sauce chicken is a classic dish that can be served in many delicious ways. This recipe introduces an approachable, less labour-intensive method to cook it at home.

4.98 from 152 votes

Soy Sauce Chicken (See Yao Gai, 豉油鸡)

A classic Chinese dish, soy sauce chicken is flavourful & appetizing. This recipe introduces an approachable, less labour-intensive method to cook it at home.

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Egg Fried Rice

Chinese egg fried rice is an easy stir fry that anyone can make. But to make it light, fluffy and tasty, you need to follow some traditional tips and tricks.

4.99 from 260 votes

Egg Fried Rice (蛋炒饭), A Traditional Recipe

Light, fluffy and tasty, Chinese egg fried rice is an easy stir fry that anyone can make. The key to success: use chilled cooked rice that's not overly sticky; stir fry over high heat for a short period of time.

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Yangzhou Fried Rice

An easy version of Yangzhou fried rice, a classic stir-fry dish combining a wide range of flavors and textures. Make it in under 15 minutes!

5 from 24 votes

Yangzhou Fried Rice (扬州炒饭)

An easy version of Yangzhou fried rice, a classic stir-fry dish combining a wide range of flavors and textures. Make it in under 15 minutes!

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Pork Fried Rice

Skip the take-out and cook this delicious pork fried rice in less than 20 minutes. Enjoy the mix of fluffy rice, tender pork and crunchy veggies coated with umami-filled seasoning. Learn tips and tricks to cook it to perfection.

5 from 106 votes

Pork Fried Rice (猪肉炒饭)

Delicious pork fried rice made in less than 20 minutes. Enjoy the mix of fluffy rice, tender pork and crunchy veggies coated with umami-filled seasoning.

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Beef and Broccoli

Following the restaurant’s secret of meat velveting and the perfect sauce formula, your homemade beef and broccoli will please any demanding palate.

5 from 34 votes

Beef and Broccoli (西兰花炒牛肉)

Following the restaurant's secret of meat velveting and the perfect sauce formula, your homemade beef and broccoli will please any demanding palate.

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Pepper Steak

A delicious way to combine beef and crunchy veggies, Chinese pepper steak stir-fry comes with an irresistible sauce and is very quick to cook.

5 from 18 votes

Pepper Steak (青椒牛肉)

A delicious way to combine beef and crunchy veggies, Chinese pepper steak stir-fry comes with an irresistible sauce and is very quick to cook.

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Hunan Pork Stir-Fry

Consisting of fatty pork slices, hot chili pepper, fermented black beans, Hunan pork is a quick and tasty Chinese stir-fry not to be missed. 

5 from 37 votes

Hunan Pork Stir-fry (湖南小炒肉)

Consisting of fatty pork slices, hot chili pepper, fermented black beans, Hunan pork is a quick and tasty Chinese stir-fry not to be missed.

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Moo Shu Pork

Moo Shu Pork is a quick stir-fry combining tender pork slices, scrambled eggs, earthy mushrooms and refreshing vegetables. Today’s recipe shows you how it’s prepared in the authentic Chinese way. A video tutorial is included.

5 from 10 votes

Moo Shu Pork, the Original Recipe (木樨肉)

Moo Shu Pork is a quick stir-fry combining tender pork slices, scrambled eggs, earthy mushrooms and refreshing vegetables. This recipe shows you how it’s prepared in the authentic Chinese way.

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Sweet and Sour Ribs

A beginner-friendly recipe for Chinese sweet and sour ribs. It provides a well-balanced condiment ratio, an approachable cooking method and delivers a restaurant standard result.

4.99 from 116 votes

Sweet and Sour Ribs (Tang Cu Pai Gu, 糖醋排骨)

A beginner-friendly recipe for Chinese sweet and sour ribs. It provides a well-balanced condiment ratio, an approachable cooking method and delivers a restaurant standard result.

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Chow Mein

A complete guide on cooking Chinese chow mein at home. It includes noodle choices, protein and veggie options, an easy tasty sauce and essential stir-frying tips.

4.98 from 124 votes

Chicken Chow Mein (鸡肉炒面)

Homecooked chicken chow mein tastes great and is likely healthier than the bought version. No hard-to-source ingredients are required and it takes only 15 minutes to prepare.

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Beef Chow Fun

Succulent beef slices stir-fried with soft, springy rice noodles then seasoned with soy sauce, beef chow fun is a classic Cantonese delicacy not to miss.

5 from 104 votes

Beef Chow Fun (Beef Ho Fun, 干炒牛河)

Succulent beef slices stir fried with soft, springy rice noodles then seasoned with soy sauce, Beef Chow Fun is a classic Cantonese delicacy not to miss.

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Singapore Mei Fun

If you’re a fan of Chinese fried noodles, you must try today’s recipe for Singapore Mei Fun, a hearty all-in-one dish full of goodness and great flavours. Many cooking tips and substitute ideas are provided throughout the post.

5 from 76 votes

Singapore Mei Fun (Singapore Rice Noodles, 星洲米粉)

A hearty all-in-one dish, Singapore Mei Fun (Rice Noodles) consists of tasty proteins, crunchy vegetables and flavourful seasonings.

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