Sesame Flatbread (Zhima Shao Bing)
Sesame Flatbread is a traditional Northern Chinese pastry. The surface is coated with sesame seeds and is crispy and fragrant, while the inner layers are distinct, soft, and palatable. Flour provides ample carbohydrates, while sesame seeds are rich in calcium and unsaturated fatty acids. Although the process involves kneading and making the filling, the operations are not complex, making it suitable for beginners. Preparation to serving takes about 40 minutes.
Garlic Broccoli
This home-style dish is known for its strong garlic aroma and simple seasoning. The blanching process leaves the broccoli either soft and tender or lightly crisp, with a refreshing and umami flavor. It is rich in Vitamin C, dietary fiber, and various antioxidants, making it a nutritious, quick vegetarian dish. The cooking process is simple, and beginners can master it easily. The whole process from prep to serving takes about 15 minutes.
Steamed Egg
This dish is a simple, fast homemade steamed dish. It has a tender, silky texture like jelly and a savory palatable taste. It often appears as a breakfast or side dish on dining tables everywhere. Eggs provide high-quality protein and lecithin, which are easy to digest and absorb. It is very friendly for beginners; just a few simple steps can steam a smooth, flat egg custard. The whole process takes about 15 minutes.
Phoenix Soup
Phoenix Soup is a home-style quick dish from the eastern part of Henan Province. It has a smooth, sweet texture with the rich aroma of sesame oil. The eggs provide high-quality protein, and the preparation is incredibly simple—just boiling water and scrambling the eggs takes less than 10 minutes, making it easy to serve. It also helps cool down the body and reduce heat.
Salt & pepper squid
Dutch stroopwafel
Stir-fried Tomato and Eggs
Beef Wellington
Spicy Chicken Feet Casserole
Rich, spicy, and with a Q-texture (bouncy/toothsome), this is a common home-style dish for meals. The feet are rich in collagen, helping to moisturize the skin and strengthen the tendons/bones. Preparation requires removing the toenails; if using whole feet, you also need to remove the bone, which is slightly challenging for beginners, but patience will ensure success. From blanching to slow cooking and stir-frying to flavor, the entire process takes about 45 minutes.
Apple Pie
