Japanese Karaage (Fried Chicken)
Thigh meat stays juicier than breast. If you use breast, shorten the marinade and avoid over-frying.
Carbonada Criolla
Shopska Salad
Kenyan Beef Curry
Fried Fresh Milk (Zhǎ Xiān Nǎi)
Fried fresh milk is a dessert with a crispy crust and a soft, silky filling. The making process isn't difficult, but the milk thickener must be heated sufficiently and chilled to set; otherwise, cutting and frying may cause it to fall apart. The actual preparation time is approximately 30 minutes, plus at least 2 hours for chilling.
Steamed Pumpkin
A classic home-style steamed dish that preserves the pumpkin's natural sweetness and nutrition to the maximum. The texture is soft and sweet; it can be served as a dessert or a main dish. Pumpkin is rich in beta-carotene and dietary fiber, which are beneficial for vision and gastrointestinal health. The preparation is extremely simple and manageable even for beginners, taking only 15-20 minutes from cutting to serving.
Conch Fritters
Chicken Mandi
Papa Nectarine Tea
Papa Nectarine Tea is a creative punch drink that blends the sweet, citrusy notes of nectarine with the floral aroma of jasmine. It features a refreshing and slightly sweet aftertaste. Papa Nectarine is rich in Vitamin C and dietary fiber; pairing it with green tea provides a refreshing and invigorating experience. The preparation is very simple and beginner-friendly, taking only about 15 minutes from tea brewing to mixing.
Dry-Fried Spicy Chicken (Peking University Canteen Style)
This is a sweet-and-spicy innovative Sichuan dish from the Peking University canteen. The chicken is marinated then fried, crisp outside and tender inside; the potatoes are fragrant and soft, the green pepper crisp, all coated in a glossy red sweet-spicy sauce that is salty, sweet, slightly hot and very appetizing. It is rich in protein, carbohydrates and vitamins. It involves deep-frying and reducing a sauce, which is a little challenging for beginners, but following the steps you will succeed. It takes about 1 hour.
Shaking Oil Eel Strips
This is a classic Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai home-cooking dish. The eel strips are tender and smooth, the garlic aroma is rich, and the sauce is slightly sweet. After pouring the hot pork lard over it, the fragrance overflows, making it very appetizing. Eel is rich in high-quality protein and DHA, making it nutritious. This dish requires some skill in knife work and heat control; the difficulty is moderate, and beginners may need a little practice. From prep to serving, it takes about 40 minutes.