Start learning Chinese cooking with this collection of simple recipes. Each is quick and easy to prepare and requires only a few accessible ingredients.
Chinese cuisine can sometimes seem intimidating with its adventurous flavors and unique ingredients, but don’t let that deter you! This collection of recipes are perfect for beginners ready to dive into Chinese cooking.
Each recipe is quick and easy to prepare, requiring only a few accessible components. No advanced culinary skills or hard-to-find ingredients are needed.
Simplicity does not compromise the authenticity, flavor, or classic nature of these dishes. You are sure to impress anyone you cook for with these recipes. Scroll down to explore them all and let me know in the comment section which ones you plan to cook next.
Smashed Cucumber Salad
Cracked with force and seasoned with bold flavours, Chinese smashed cucumber salad is a quick, fun and refreshing dish to make.
Tomato Egg Stir-Fry
Cooked with minimum ingredients in just a few minutes, tomato egg stir-fry is a must-try Chinese dish. You’ll be surprised how wonderful it tastes!
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.
Scallion Oil Noodles
A classic dish from Shanghai, scallion oil noodles are among the simplest dishes to make. Though you’ll be surprised by how delicious they are!
Steamed Eggs
Smooth, slippery and heavenly soft, Chinese steamed eggs requires minimum ingredients yet delivers a delicate look and flavour. Learn how to make it flawlessly.
Oyster Sauce Chicken
A simple and delicious way to cook chicken, Chinese oyster sauce chicken requires little effort and basic skills but delivers amazing taste.
Scallion Ginger Salmon
Pan-fried salmon with crispy skin seasoned with scallion & ginger infused oil and an umami-rich sauce. It only takes 15 minutes to cook.
Silken Tofu with Soy Dressing
A quick and easy recipe for silken tofu with scallion and soy dressing. It shows you a simple yet delicious way to serve this healthy vegan, protein-rich ingredient.
Ginger Chicken
A delicious combination of two common ingredients, Chinese ginger chicken delivers complex aroma and flavour, yet is amazingly simple to cook.
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.
Bok Choy Stir-Fry
A 5-minute quick dish using minimum ingredients, Chinese bok choy stir-fry is flavoured by garlic and light seasoning. It’s healthy and delightful to eat.
Egg Drop Soup
A simple, tasty dish using common ingredients, classic egg drop soup only takes a few minutes to cook. Learn pro tips to make it to perfection.
Yang Chun Mian
Renowned for its simplicity and comforting flavors, Yang Chun Mian is a Shanghai classic noodle dish that can be prepared in just a few minutes.
Soy Sauce Fried Rice
Make perfect soy sauce fried rice in just 5 minutes! This recipe calls for basic ingredients and easy preparation, with pro tips to ensure consistent success every time.
Chinese Chive and Egg Stir-Fry
Incredibly simple to make yet wonderfully flavorful, Chinese chive and egg stir-fry is a classic homey dish that everyone should try.
Zucchini Pancakes
An easy breakfast loaded with nutrients, Chinese zucchini pancakes require minimum effort to make. Adaptation and Make-ahead tips are provided.
Shrimp and Egg Stir-Fry
A delectable dish with minimum preparation, shrimp and egg stir-fry brings out the best flavour and texture of these two common ingredients. This recipe includes tips that ensure an optimal result.
Chicken Noodle Soup
An umami-rich, all-in-one dish made with simple ingredients, Chinese chicken noodle soup is easy to make and tastes delectable.
Black Pepper Beef Stir-Fry
Tender and succulent beef strips with a black pepper flavored sauce, Chinese black pepper beef stir-fry can be made at home to a restaurant standard.
Ginger Spinach Salad
Delightfully crunchy and pleasantly zesty, Chinese spinach salad makes a tasty and refreshing starter for any meal.
Just wanted to pop by to say, your Chicken Mei Fun recipe produced one of the best things I’ve ever made! I’m a fairly advanced cook, and despite having to stop at the Asian food store for a couple ingredients, this recipe was so easy to follow and provided great tips. Will absolutely make again!
Thank you for the wonderful feedback! I’m so happy to hear the Chicken Mei Fun was a hit and that the recipe tips helped along the way. It means a lot coming from an advanced cook like yourself! I hope it continues to be a favorite—enjoy your next round of cooking it!