A collection of authentic Chinese recipes that are most popular with Red House Spice blog readers. Scroll down to discover and give them a try!
Another year has flown by! As part of my annual review, I’m sharing with you the 15 most-loved dishes in 2022. If you haven’t made any of them, add some to your to-cook list for 2023.
15. One-pot Chicken Rice
Inspired by the famous Hainanese chicken rice, this easy one-pot recipe stands out for its simple approach and delectable flavours.
💬 “I love this recipe. It is way easier than what I used to do before. Very easy steps and I didn’t over cook the chicken.“
14. Mapo Tofu
Tender tofu cooked in an umami and spicy sauce, accompanied by minced meat (or mushrooms), Mapo tofu is one of the tastiest ways to prepare this healthy ingredient.
💬 “I’ve cooked this dish many times now and it has become a family favorite. It’s a great, year round dish IMO.”
13. 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.
💬 “I just made this recipe from broth to dumplings. Turned out exactly as shown in the photo. Absolutely delicious.“
12. Sichuan Boiled Fish
Tender fish fillet poached in seasoned water, then topped with spices, Sichuan boiled fish is a classic dish not to be missed (It doesn’t taste as spicy as it looks).
💬 “Exceptional! The balance of flavors, heat, and buttery texture of the fish was delicious and rivals a restaurant experience.“
11. 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.
💬 “Great recipe! Everything went as planned. Moist and flavorful! “
10. Homemade Ramen Noodles
Loved for its bouncy, slippery texture and appetising colour, alkaline noodles (aka ramen noodles) can be easily made at home and served in many delicious ways.
💬 “Noodles come out chewy and taste better than the dried store bought ones!”
9. Hot and Sour Soup (酸辣汤)
Tangy, glossy broth filled with diverse flavours and textures, it’s a must try Chinese dish. This recipe provides tips on how to cook it in the authentic way.
💬 “This is the best hot & sour soup recipe by far…I have tried at least 20 over the years. Thank you for such a great and easy recipe.“
8. 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.
💬 “This is the perfect pork fried rice! I’ve tried a lot of recipes that were either horribly inauthentic, or so complicated that making it was a chore. Delish, and simple.”
7. Salt & Pepper Shrimp
Fried to a crispy texture and served with an aromatic seasoning, Chinese salt and pepper shrimp can be made at home to a restaurant standard. Learn my tips and tricks!
💬 “Totally scrumptious. Couldn’t be any easier to follow! Your recipes are definitely the good taste I miss!“
6. Scallion Pancakes
An informative guide to homemade scallion pancakes, a layered Chinese flatbread loved for its super crispy, flaky texture and oniony, aromatic taste.
💬 “I tried and it came out perfect! The dough was just right. An absolute blast with the family.“
5. Ginger Chicken
A delicious combination of two common ingredients, Chinese ginger chicken delivers complex aroma and flavour, yet is amazingly simple to cook.
💬 “Absolutely delicious made as is and served with rice! I used leftovers the next day to make a ginger chicken wrap, again delicious.“
4. Homemade Dumpling Wrappers
Making dumpling wrappers from scratch couldn’t be easier! This recipe shows you how to make the perfect dough. Rolling methods are explained in detail too.
💬 “Worked perfectly first time. Thanks for a super easy recipe.”
3. Dan Dan Noodles (担担面)
If you could only try one dish while exploring street food of Sichuan cuisine, I’d highly recommend Dan Dan Noodles. This recipes shows you how to replicate the authentic flavour in your own kitchen.
💬 “An excellent recipe, clear, well explained, easy to follow and very very good. Highly recommended.”
2. Chinese Chili Oil
Magically delicious and extremely versatile, chili oil can be easily and quickly made from scratch. Learn tips and tricks to achieve the best taste.
💬 “Excellent recipe, well written commentaries and easy to follow along with video!“
1. Easy Peking Duck
A legendary dish made easy, this Peking duck recipe doesn’t require any special equipment or advanced skill. But it still tastes so satisfying!
💬 “It was soooo good! The steps were easy to follow and the skin of the duck was crispy. Highly recommended!“
I’d like to take this opportunity to say THANK YOU to all my dear readers. Without your support, Red House Spice wouldn’t be able to continue to grow year on year.
Wish you a joyful time cooking Chinese food in the New Year!
I have made several of Wei’s recipes and loved each one. I want to try the hot and sour soup next. That is my favorite soup to order at any Chinese restaurant. Next may be the Ma Po Tofu. The picture is so beautiful a delicious looking…mmmm!
Thank you Corissa for your positive feedback! Wish you a fun time cooking Hot & Sour Soup and Mapo Tofu.
The Red Braised Pork Belly is awesome! But my personal favorite has to be Dan Dan Noodles… I made it three (yes, 3) times last week!
Yes John! Dan Dan Noodles are absolutely irresistible. Glad you enjoy my recipes.
THANK YOU WEI
WAS GREAT RECIPIE.
Thank you so very much. I have embarked on your cooking odyssey! Already made Pork belly and shrimp & egg.
That’s wonderful to hear Malcolm!