Category: Asian
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Nutritional & Health Benefits of Wood Ear Mushrooms (木耳)
If you’ve ever bitten into a cold Chinese salad and wondered, “What is this crunchy, slippery, delicious black fungus?” — congratulations, you’ve met wood ear mushrooms (木耳, Mu Er in Mandarin). They may not win any beauty contests, but what they lack in looks, they make up for in incredible…
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Celebrate Lunar New Year with Hamachi Crudo
As the Lunar New Year arrives, celebrating with dishes symbolizing prosperity is essential. Hamachi crudo presents a modern take on traditional foods, showcasing the fish’s freshness and rich flavors. This elegant dish is not only visually stunning but also embodies the themes of abundance and good fortune for the year…
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Toshikoshi Soba (Japanese New Years Eve Noodles)
Happy New Year from Weng’s Culinary Adventures! Here’s to Twenty Twenty-Thrive—a year of delicious discoveries, heartwarming meals, and shared moments around the table. Let’s make 2025 a feast for the soul and the senses. As I welcomed the new year, I embraced the Japanese tradition of enjoying soba noodles for…
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Korean Spicy Stir-Fried Pork (Dwaejigogi Bokkeum): A Quick One-Pan Meal for Busy Nights
It’s been really cold day in NY and I was in the mood for some spice. This is my adaptation of a popular Korean pork stir-fry. It comes together in under 15 minutes and uses just one pan. Also, you only need to use 1 tablespoon to measure all the seasonings!…
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