Chinese Vegetarian Recipes - Omnivore's Cookbook

Shredded Potato Stir Fry (酸辣土豆丝)

Maggie Zhu — Sat, 07 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Shredded potato stir fry is a simple yet satisfying side dish that pairs well with lots of meals. The potatoes are cooked until crispy, then mixed with spicy chili peppers, powerful black vinegar, and a touch of sugar. Try out this recipe to enjoy potatoes in a new way! {Vegan-Adaptable} Shredded potato stir fry is ...

Coconut Mochi (糯米滋, Lo Mai Chi)

Maggie Zhu — Thu, 21 Sep 2023 11:59:00 +0000

Surprise friends and family with a sweet and unique treat by making your own coconut mochi filled with red bean paste. They may look complex, but you’ll see they’re such an easy treat to make that will absolutely impress! {Vegetarian, Gluten-Free} Coconut mochi, or lo mai chi (糯米滋) is a traditional dessert from Fujian province ...

Chinese Sauteed Potato (Cumin Chili Home Fries)

Maggie Zhu — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Make your side dishes rich with flavorful spice or put a new spin on breakfast with Chinese sauteed potatoes that will help break you out of your rut. There’s a simple secret to achieving the perfect texture too, ensuring a tender inside and crispy exterior that’s irresistible! Potatoes are always an excellent side dish. They’re ...

Snow Skin Mooncake with Custard Filling (冰皮月饼)

Maggie Zhu — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 11:54:00 +0000

The snow skin mooncake is made with a sweet mochi dough and a creamy custard filling, stamped with a beautiful pattern that celebrates the Mid-Autumn Festival. I shared many step-by-step photos and a video to show you how to make them in your own kitchen. It’s the perfect recipe to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival. {Vegetarian} ...

Chinese-Style Avocado Toast

Maggie Zhu — Fri, 01 Sep 2023 15:45:35 +0000

This Chinese-style avocado toast recipe is sponsored by Pete & Gerry’s Eggs. All opinions expressed are my own. Thank you for supporting the companies that keep this blog going. Avocado toast gets a Chinese twist in this recipe that’s perfect for a savory start to your day, weekend brunch, or any time you want a ...

Vegetarian Chow Mein (素菜炒面)

Maggie Zhu — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 11:46:00 +0000

A homemade vegetarian chow mein that is loaded with vegetables in different textures with a rich tasting savory sauce that’s very fragrant. It’s a quick one-pan meal to use up veggies from your fridge! {Vegetarian, Vegan} When I order chow mein in a restaurant, I have noticed though that they tend to skimp on the ...

Chinese Zucchini Stir Fry

Maggie Zhu — Sat, 26 Aug 2023 11:31:00 +0000

My Chinese zucchini stir fry is a fantastic homestyle dish that is quite simple to make. The summer squash is sauteed in Sichuan peppercorn oil to add a bold, vibrant flavor that makes the zucchini really come alive. {Gluten-Free Adaptable, Vegan} Zucchini is a delicious vegetable that is easy to cook with. The mild-tasting, spongy ...

How to Make Bubble Tea (Boba Tea, 珍珠奶茶)

Maggie Zhu — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 11:11:00 +0000

Create rich and silky bubble tea at home using this recipe to recreate the drink that you love from bubble tea shops. {Vegetarian, Gluten-Free} I absolutely love bubble tea (or sometimes called boba tea). Strong black tea becomes a creamy and sweet indulgence with the addition of milk and brown sugar syrup. And then those ...

5-Ingredient Bitter Melon with Eggs

Maggie Zhu — Thu, 17 Aug 2023 12:04:00 +0000

Stir fried bitter melon with eggs requires only five ingredients and a few minutes to put together. It’s a comforting dish that’s full of nutrition and a great way to add a side dish to complete your meal. {Vegetarian, Gluten-Free} Bitter melon with eggs is one of my favorite homestyle dishes. I didn’t like bitter ...

Black Rice Pudding with Coconut Milk

Maggie Zhu — Sat, 12 Aug 2023 11:34:00 +0000

Black rice pudding is a healthy dessert made from ingredients you wouldn’t expect! Gooey rice soaked in sweetened coconut milk and paired with fresh summer fruit is a tantalizing treat that will refresh you on the hottest days! {Gluten-Free, Vegan} Chinese desserts treasure nutritious ingredients such as whole grains, nuts and fruits. They are usually ...