Miso-Glazed Salmon

by Mike Hsu // 06/29/2015 // No Comments

Salmon is such a versatile fish and welcomed by many. If you want to serve seafood at dinner, salmon is always a safe bet, just like serving chicken for meat. Although grilled salmon on its own is delicious but can... Continue reading →

scramble egg with tomatoes (番茄炒蛋)

by Jeff Kang // 06/25/2015 // No Comments

Scramble egg with tomatoes probably one of the most common dishes in taiwan. Every taiwanese mom has her special tweak to her scramble egg with tomatoes. Therefore, this dish is meaningful and shares a common memory of most Taiwanese. Sadly,... Continue reading →

Taiwanese Meatball (貢丸)

by Mike Hsu // 06/22/2015 // 3 Comments

In life, there are a few simple pleasures such as ice cream cone, macaroni and cheese, a good burger, and chicken noodle soup. For me, it’s a simple bowl of Taiwanese meatball in a clear bone broth. I can have... Continue reading →

Turnip cake (蘿蔔糕)

by Jeff Kang // 06/18/2015 // No Comments

Turnip cake is one of my favorite dim sum dish. Even though it might seem a little challenging, if you follow my step, I promise it won’t be any harder than making fried rice! I highly recommend you to buy... Continue reading →

Standing Rib Roast (Prime Rib)

by Mike Hsu // 06/15/2015 // 2 Comments

When it comes to a standing rib roast, everyone thinks of the holidays and the feasting that comes with it. However, a standing rib roast doesn’t need to be reserved for the holidays only. Sure, when it comes to gathering... Continue reading →

shrimp lettuce wraps (生菜蝦鬆)

by Jeff Kang // 06/11/2015 // No Comments

Still remember when I ate shrimp lettuce wraps for the first time and I totally loved it! The crispy crushed fried bread sticks mixed with crunchy water chestnut and savory shrimps, all wrapped with fresh crisp lettuce. That is one... Continue reading →

Taiwanese Sticky Rice ( 油飯)

by Mike Hsu // 06/08/2015 // 33 Comments

Whenever I think of sticky “oil” rice (there is no good translation) or youfan (油飯), I am reminded of joyful and festive occasions. Youfan is a dish that is traditionally served as a celebration when there is a newborn in... Continue reading →

Egg Roll (春捲)

by Jeff Kang // 06/02/2015 // 1 Comment

If you have ever gone to a Chinese restaurant or Chinese market or even Costco, you must have seen this very well known appetizer – egg rolls! Why should we spend extra money on those pre-made egg rolls that comes... Continue reading →

Five Spice Pressed Tofu (五香豆干)

by Mike Hsu // 06/01/2015 // 8 Comments

Five Spice Pressed Tofu (also known as dried tofu) is a very versatile ingredient for a variety of recipes. It can act as a meat substitute for many dishes as well as complement a meat dish. It can be eaten... Continue reading →

It's My Dish

Month: June 2015