Adventures in a Chinese- American Kitchen
Category: Breakfast
Hi! Seems like time flies when you're busy. Anyways, two weeks ago, I accidentally signed myself up to bring treats for one of my classes. Two weeks ago, I made matcha cookies from a recipe (nothing to post here). I figured I'd try something of my own this time. Since the class is at 9am, … Continue reading Mocha Bread
Hi!!! Im settled in and back in my (albeit small) kitchen. This,of course, means trying something new and pulled the trigger on an idea I’ve had for a while: croissant using mantou (steamed bun) dough. It turned out a LOT better than I expected. The steam bun dough gives the croissants a pleasant malty taste … Continue reading Mantou Croissant
Happy Easter! I hope everyone spends some time with family, friends and, of course, great food. I thought I'd chip in with a twist on a nice tea-time favourite. Strawberry scones! These scones are perfect for breakfast, tea time or just a midday sweet treat. Of course, strawberry scones aren't anything new. The real twist … Continue reading Strawberry Scones
Hi! This post is 3 weeks in the making. I've been playing around with pancakes for a while now, and finally decided to put everything together into one guide. This covers everything from ratios to shaping to creative applications. For a basic recipe, check this post out and sub our sugar for salt. Otherwise, Let's … Continue reading Guide to Chinese Pancakes
Hi! Another week, another recipe! Today's recipe is not an original. Quite the opposite. Every city has dozens of vendors on street corners churning these out by the thousands to hungry workers on their way to the office. This dish is a favourite for good reason. It combines the mouthwatering aroma of eggs, pork and … Continue reading Chinese Breakfast Burritos
Hi! I'm back with another recipe. This one is inspired by a conversation with a friend. Her go- to breakfast is the egg and cheese croissant from ABP. It's a solid choice: flaky pastry, creamy eggs, sharp cheddar, what's not to love! (hint: the $4 price tag). I've been wanting to make breakfast for a … Continue reading Recipe Post: Egg and Cheese Hand Pies
I hope everyone enjoyed the long Labour Day weekend! I was loaded with work, but still had time to make some bootleg KBBQ 😉 This weekend is also a long weekend... in China. Happy Mid Autumn Festival! In hounour of this, I made a sweet twist on one of my favourite pastries, scallion pancakes. Behold: … Continue reading Chinese Sesame Sugar Pancakes
Hi! I'm here today with some breakfast/ brunch... because why not! This recipe was originally just me winging it one day for my little brother. He loved it! Last weekend, I went to brunch at a friend's house and I took the opportunity to finally get the recipe down. Guess what, they loved it! So... … Continue reading Recipe Post: Banana Pancakes
Hi! I'm back! Only three more days until I go back to school, and I can't wait! While I'm going back on Wednesday, classes don't start for another two weeks AND research wrapped up a week ago. I'm putting most of that extra time and energy into my "culinary research". Two seasons of Great British … Continue reading Homemade Liver Sausage (No equipment!)
Hi! As you've probably noticed, I'm on a bit of a brownie kick 🙂 Last week was black bean brownies, this time it's protein brownies. These brownies have the deep richness and dense texture of the real deal, but get this: The entire recipe has less than 400 calories, no sugar AND 45g of protein! … Continue reading Unbelievable Protein Brownies
The Red-braised Twinkie 