It’s the start of the Chinese New Year and you know what that means? Lots and lots of eating and celebrating! So here’s a roundup of my six favorite Chinese recipes on the blog to get you started:ย 6 Easy Recipes to Celebrate the Chinese New Year! โGuo Nian Haoโย ๆฐๅนดๅฟซไน,ย as they say in China!
#1: Chinese Curry Chicken
This easy chicken dish is bursting with flavor from the fragrant curry powder, turmeric powder, and red curry paste! This is aย Chinese New Year main dish must-have!
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#2: Chinese Eggplant Dip
Vibrant, beautiful and deliciousย Chinese Eggplant Dip is the perfect appetizer or condiment to serve during the Chinese New Year! Serve it with your favorite fresh-cut veggies, crackers or bread!
#3: Chinese Five Spice Pork Tenderloin
This pork tenderloin dish is an easy and incredibly favorable dinner recipe for the Chinese New Year. Enjoy it with rice and your favorite side dish, then save the leftovers for Asian sandwiches, soups or salads.
Watch the instructional video of this recipe:
WHAT CHINESE NEW YEAR IS IT?
It’s the “Year of the Rat,” which I know does not sound appealing, but it actually ranks first on the Chinese Zodiac sign! The rat signifies an animal with spirit, wit, alertness, delicacy, flexibility, and vitality. In Chinese culture, rats were seen as a sign of wealth and surplus. Because of their reproduction rate, married couples also prayed to them for children.
If you born in these years, this includes you: 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020. Guess what? It includes me!
#4: Skinnyish General Tso’s Shrimp and Tofu
This “skinnyish” version of General Tsoโs Shrimp and Tofu is a flavor bomb in your mouth! But, youโll never know itโs lighter on the calories. Thereโs no battered and deep-frying in this dish! This is a terrific alternative to the classic dish and perfect for the waistline during the Chinese New Year!
#5: Chinese Almond Cookies
These traditionalย Chinese Almond Cookies are crunchy and flavorful with buttery goodness in every bite! These yummy cookies are enjoyed during the Chinese New Year, and are often given as gifts to family and friends.
#6: Easy Chinese Egg Tarts
These gorgeous Chinese Egg Tarts have a sweet egg custard middle encased in puff pastry dough. Think of these delicious tarts like an Asian crรจme brรปlรฉe! These are the perfect mini dessert to serve during the Chinese New Year!
Did you make one of these recipes?
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