Tag: light soy sauce

Steamed Chicken Thighs with Black Bean Sauce

This is one of the most typical Cantonese dishes people make at home in Hong Kong. A more traditional version of it would be to use pork spare ribs, but in the UK it’s easier to get pork belly slices or use chicken thighs which are all equally delicious. Not only is the meat itself…

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Pan-fried Chinese pork buns

Pan-fried Chinese pork buns (生煎包) are a popular street food originating in Shanghai, China. These buns are known for their golden, slightly crispy crust on the bottom and soft, fluffy texture on the top.

Taiwanese Salt and Pepper Chicken

When you think of night markets in Taiwan, this salt and pepper chicken has to be one of the first foods that comes to mind. They are so tender and juicy, and also fried to perfection.

Difference between light soy sauce and dark soy sauce 

Light soy sauce is, as its name suggests, lighter in colour and has a thinner consistency than dark soy sauce. Dark soy sauce, on the other hand, is darker and has a thicker consistency as a result of the longer fermentation process. To enhance the colour of dishes, you want to use dark soy sauce.

Chinese Takeaway Chow Mein

Chow mein has got itself into the Noodle Hall of Fame as one of the all-time favourite Chinese takeaways. Check out this super easy recipe and the secret for the perfect chow mein sauce.

Stir-Fried Noodles with Soy Ginger Sauce

This is perfect for lunch because it only take 15 minutes to make! Check out this super-easy stir-fried noodles with a soy ginger sauce that adds an extra aromatic flavour.

Sticky Sweet Vinegar Pork Ribs

Want to make this signature Chinese dish but short of Chinese vinegar? Try using balsamic vinegar and some soy sauce! Here’s the complete recipe.

Chicken Ramen

Made chicken stock with the bones from our Sunday roast, and used the stock for this homemade Japanese ramen. Absolutely no MSG, we could even drink the soup!

Aubergine Noodle Bowl with Beef Mince

I’ve been craving something like a noodle bowl lately, so I decided to make one with aubergine and beef mince, using just one key ingredient: soy sauce. I just made this sauce up, but it was very delicious. I also got some leftover rice in the fridge, so I decided to make a rice bowl…

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