Sichuan (Szechuan) Cuisine Food - Omnivore's Cookbook

Chongqing Noodles (重庆小面)

Maggie Zhu — Thu, 22 Feb 2024 17:17:18 +0000

Chongqing noodles is a celebration of spices, using chili oil, numbing Sichuan peppercorns, ginger, garlic and a mixture of sauces to create a bold flavor. Topped with spicy crispy pork, crunchy pickles, and crisp peanuts, it’s the kind of dish that leaves you craving more. Chongqing noodles is a very popular dish originating from the ...

Yu Xiang Eggplant (鱼香茄子, Sichuan Eggplant Stir Fry)

Maggie Zhu — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 13:07:00 +0000

Yu Xiang eggplant features crispy eggplant covered in a sticky sweet, sour, savory and slightly spicy sauce. A signature Sichuan dish that turns eggplant haters into eggplant lovers. {Vegetarian Vegan Adaptable, Gluten-Free Adaptable} Yu Xiang eggplant (鱼香茄子), or Sichuan eggplant stir fry, is one of those under-appreciated Sichuan dishes that deserves more attention. Throughout the ...

Sichuan Dry Fried Green Beans (干煸四季豆)

Maggie Zhu — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Sichuan dry fried green beans feature blistered green beans tossed with a savory aromatic sauce, making this dish too good to pass up! It’s an addictive side dish and substantial enough to serve as a main. {Vegan Adaptable, Gluten Free Adaptable} Sichuan dry fried green beans, or Gan Bian Si Ji Dou (干煸四季豆), is a ...

Kung Pao Shrimp (宫爆虾球)

Maggie Zhu — Sun, 15 Oct 2023 12:25:00 +0000

Authentic tasting kung pao shrimp featuring tender juicy shrimp cooked with a spicy, sweet, sour and savory sauce with crunchy pepper and peanuts. Colorful, satisfying, and bursting with well-balanced spiciness, it is the dish you need to whip up for dinner tonight! {Gluten-Free adaptable} Although kung pao chicken is the one of the most popular ...

Shredded Potato Stir Fry (酸辣土豆丝)

Maggie Zhu — Sat, 07 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Shredded potato stir fry is a simple yet satisfying side dish that pairs well with lots of meals. The potatoes are cooked until crispy, then mixed with spicy chili peppers, powerful black vinegar, and a touch of sugar. Try out this recipe to enjoy potatoes in a new way! {Vegan-Adaptable} Shredded potato stir fry is ...

Sichuan Spicy Wonton in Chili Oil (红油抄手)

Maggie Zhu — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 12:30:00 +0000

An authentic spicy wonton in chili oil recipe that yields tender wontons smothered in the most scrumptious sauce that is spicy, savory and sweet, just like the street food you’d get in Sichuan. Spicy wonton in chili oil, also known as Hong You Chao Shou (红油抄手) in Chinese, is a traditional dim sum from Sichuan. ...

Spicy Eggplant Salad (凉拌茄子)

Maggie Zhu — Sun, 16 Jul 2023 14:21:53 +0000

This Sichuan style eggplant salad with spicy garlic dressing is an easy, delicious way to enjoy eggplant. The eggplant is steamed until tender, then mixed with an aromatic dressing that is savory and spicy. Serve it as an appetizer or side dish to add a tasty vegetable to your meal. {Vegan, Gluten-Free Adaptable} In Chinese ...

Authentic Chinese Food from Different Regions – O Mandarin

Maggie Zhu — Tue, 07 Feb 2023 19:18:11 +0000

O Mandarin in Westchester NY serves some of my favorite Chinese food in the US, including a solid Peking Duck, in a clean, traditional-chic setting. If you live in the area or are just passing through, it’s worth a visit for their authentic dishes from several parts of China. O Mandarin: Strip Mall Chinese Surprise ...

Chinese Okra Salad, Two Ways (凉拌秋葵)

Maggie Zhu — Sat, 22 Oct 2022 14:01:03 +0000

Two quick and easy Chinese okra salad recipes that features a bold and rich seasoning, crisp okra, and none of the sliminess. Make this cold appetizer to add color, texture and nutrition to your dinner! {Gluten-Free adaptable, Vegan} Okra salad has been gaining popularity and I often see it at Chinese restaurants in New York ...

Shredded Beef and Pepper Stir Fry (青椒肉丝)

Maggie Zhu — Thu, 25 Aug 2022 13:30:16 +0000

Shredded beef and pepper stir fry features tender juicy beef and crisp peppers cooked with a spicy savory sauce. It’s easy to prepare and has a very bold flavor. Serve it over steamed rice – it’s a perfect weekday dinner that is super appetizing and healthy. Shredded beef and pepper stir fry, or Qing Jiao ...