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.

Scroll down to view them all and save the ones you’re eager to try in the near future.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.