The largest community of Uyghurs in China outside Xinjiang Province is in south-central Hunan. Their influence upon the local cuisine...
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Fuzzy melon, also known as hairy gourd, is a mild, refreshing squash covered with fuzz. Two medium zucchini, peeled or...
Serve these juicy morsels on their own as an appetizer, or atop a bed of baby spinach as a warm...
Chinese okra, also known as silk squash, is considerably longer than the Western-style variety. Serve over rice and garnish with...
In Chinese medicine, bitter melon actually sweetens health and promotes longevity. In the following recipe, stuffed with a savory shiitake...
Serve this classic Chinese spinach dish on a bed of brown rice sprinkled with chopped peanuts for a delicious meal....
I love the nutty flavor of Chinese long beans, often called "snake" beans after the benign garden variety they closely...
Here is a delicious Chinese New Year side dish, as lettuce is considered to be a lucky food. MAKES 4...
The turniplike kohlrabi is one of the most popular vegetables in Chinese cuisine. MAKES 4 SERVINGS 1 (8-ounce) kohlrabi, peeled,...
Though traditionally made with deep-fried white potatoes, these sweet potatoes are no less scrumptious and a lot healthier baked in...
Roasting green beans concentrates their natural sugars and renders them irresistible. Chinese long beans and medium-thick asparagus can be prepared...
This is a great buffet dish, as it can be served warm or at room temperature. For added crunch and...
This spicy yet sweet green bean dish is delicious—if you prefer a milder version, use less chili paste, or omit...
Here is one of my favorite ways to prepare eggplant. If you use the less seedy Asian variety, salting the...
These crunchy, slivered radishes are wonderful on their own, or tossed with thin Asian noodles. Cold leftovers make a delicious...
This swift and simple recipe elevates the ordinary cucumber to the extraordinary. Cilantro can replace the basil, if desired. MAKES...
Here is a wonderful way to dress up plain frozen corn. MAKES 6 SERVINGS 3 cups frozen yellow corn 1⁄4...
This northern-style dish is immensely popular in Hunan, where corn in all forms is eaten with relish. Chopped celtuce, carrot,...
The key to this simple yet delicious side dish is not to overcook the chives, also known as flowering garlic...
Broccoli can replace the cauliflower, if desired. MAKES 4 SERVINGS 6 dried shiitake mushrooms, soaked in 11⁄4 cups hot water...