Impress your family with our favourite Chinese dishes to create at home.
Traditional Chinese cooking is packed full of spice, sweetness and salt, creating delicious rich flavours that leave you craving more. And whether you prefer light dumplings and stir-fries or richer glazed ribs and steamed buns, pork is one of our favourite proteins to use for these dishes.
Beef goes perfectly in Chinese cooking, and is complemented by the rich flavours, sweet and salty sauces and hearty marinades that comes with it. From lighter dishes like steamed dumplings and stir-fries, to braised ribs, beef cheeks and sweet and sour mince.
If you prefer chicken, then the sky is the limit. Whether you love spicy Szechuan chicken or gravitate towards the sweet and sour chicken classic, the wonderful flavour combinations seem endless and here, we’ve gathered our best recipes to cover them all! With everything from stir-fries and soups to salads and sang choy bow to create at home.
We also have some great vegetarian soup and noodle dishes for those who are cutting down on meat.
Looking for more Chinese recipes?
01
Chinese noodle, tofu and vegetable soup
Chinese noodle, tofu and vegetable soup
This Chinese style soup is very refreshing if you’re looking for a quick and easy meat-free meal.
02
Gai lan and mushroom five-spice stir-fry
Gai lan and mushroom five-spice stir-fry
Gai lan (or Chinese broccoli), enoki mushrooms and udon noodles combine for a delicious vegetarian stir-fry.
03
Eggplant ma po tofu
Feed the family with this eggplant ma po tofu – tasty, wholesome and full of authentic Asian flavours!
04
Chinese fried rice
Refrigerate your rice overnight before cooking, use the biggest pan you have and pre-heat it well. That will ensure this Chinese fried rice is cooked to perfection.
05
Duck wontons in broth
We’ve stuffed wontons with duck to take them up a notch, then backed it up with a fragrant duck broth spiced with cinnamon and star anise.
06
Kung Pao Chicken
Kung Pao Chicken is a highly addictive Chinese chicken stir-fry with the perfect combination of salty, sweet and spicy flavour!
07
Chicken and corn soup
Your dinner guests will love this light and clear traditional Chinese soup, straight from the pages of our vintage Chinese Cooking Class cookbook.
08
Chinese honey chicken
A firm household favourite that’s stood the test of time.
09
Mushroom hot & sour soup
Hot and sour soup is a Chinese soup that’s savoury, spicy and tangy.
10
Yum-yum dan dan noodles
These iconic spicy noodles are a flavoured with sichuan peppercorns, black vinegar and dark soy for a rich and intense taste you will love.
11
Caramelised pepper pork
These rich, succulent bites of caramelised pepper pork taste like they’ve been slow-cooked for hours, but only takes 20 minutes in a pressure cooker.
12
Chicken congee slow cooker
Chicken congee slow cooker recipe
This comforting and fragrant rice porridge is made in your slow cooker for a simple and nourishing meal that you can set and forget.
15
Best ever pork fried rice
Fried rice is a traditional dish of pre-cooked rice stir-fried in a wok, often mixed with other ingredients, such as eggs, vegetables, and meat. We think our best ever pork fried rice is as good as any you’ll find at a Chinese banquet.
17
Pork spare ribs with chilli plum sauce
Pork spare ribs with chilli plum sauce
Savour these tender, juicy pork ribs, drizzled in Chinese chilli plum sauce. It’s meaty and sticky and you’ll be licking the sauce off your fingers to get every last bit of the gorgeous porky flavours
20
Soy pork with mushrooms
This dish is perfect for dinner – packed full of succulent juicy pork and hearty mushrooms. It is sure to be a family favourite.
21
Sichuan-style gai lan and pork mince
This spicy Sichuan-style pork is packed full of chilli and umami flavours that really pack a punch.
22
Beef and black bean sauce
A classic Chinese dish, this beef and black bean sauce recipe is quick and easy, and totally delicious.
25
Char siu and orange beef ribs
Deliciously saucy and packed full of authentic Asian flavours, these char siu and orange spiced beef ribs are perfect to serve your family or friends at a dinner party. Plus, they’re made in the pressure-cooker to save you lots of time!
26
Beef san choy bau
Traditionally made with pork mince, this beef version of san choy bau is a great alternative. This tasty Asian staple can also be made with chicken or duck mince.
28
Chilli chicken sang choy bow
There’s an allure to san choy bau that everybody seems to love, yet few actually cook at home. This version is made with chicken mince and extra spice
31
Beef and ginger stir-fry
Quick, easy and tasty, this beef and ginger stir fry can be served on a bed of Asian greens for a truly satisfying meal.
32
Capsicum, chilli and hoisin chicken
Capsicum, chilli and hoisin chicken
A quick and easy Chinese stir-fry with the flavours of capsicum, chilli and hoisin sauce. Fresh produce and a few pantry staples are all you need.
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Garlic beef stir-fry
The combination of garlic, chilli and oyster sauce adds sweet and spicy flavour to this quick beef stir-fry that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner.
34
Chicken fried rice
This Asian inspired dinner is quick, simple and SO tasty! Full of delicious flavour and texture, this chicken fried rice is sure to become a family favourite in no time!
35
Chinese chicken dumplings
Whip up a batch of these soft, tender homemade Asian chicken dumplings for your family and friends. Enjoy as a tasty starter, dipped in soy sauce.
36
White cooked chicken with ginger rice
White cooked chicken with ginger rice
Don’t let the cook time dishearten you, this dish is very simple to prepare, and the flavours are well worth the wait!
38
Sticky sesame chicken with sweet and sour glazed eggplant
39
Sizzling sesame beef stir-fry
This delicious sizzling sesame beef stir-fry takes minutes to make using thick, fresh hokkien noodles.
40
Pork and veal san choy bow
For a delicious taste of China, these pork mince lettuce cups are perfect starters for a family and friends gathering.
41
Sichuan beef stir-fry
This healthy Sichuan beef stir-fry stuffed full of vegetables, is tasty to eat and very quick cook.
42
Stir-fried beef and mixed mushrooms
Stir-fried beef and mixed mushrooms
Mixed mushrooms add flavour, texture and complexity to this spicy beef and noodle stir-fry, as well as a welcome boost of important nutrients. Winning all round.
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