Baked Purple Cabbage 香烤紫甘蓝

Baked Purple Cabbage 香烤紫甘蓝

I like dark colored veggies and fruits due to their high potential health benefits. Considering its cost and health benefits, I rank purple cabbage number 1 among the ingredients I use. Purple cabbage is a nutrient-rich and cruciferous (Brassica) vegetable. It’s low...
Silky Chestnut Soup法式板栗浓汤

Silky Chestnut Soup法式板栗浓汤

Not sure about other regions in the world, but in the US, every fall, people see pouches of roasted and raw chestnuts placed on local grocers’ shelves. I used to chat with a Japanese accountant during my work breaks. He once mentioned to me how wonderful chestnut rice...
Pan Fried Green Bean 干煸豆角

Pan Fried Green Bean 干煸豆角

I rarely share veggie recipes. This doesn’t mean I don’t cook veggies. Most of time, I simply stir fry vegetables, such as spinach, napa cabbage, and bok choy, with just a pinch of salt and 1-2 tbsp oil. Among all the veggies I cook, green beans are an exception. It...
Soybean & Grain Smoothie 黑豆米浆

Soybean & Grain Smoothie 黑豆米浆

Like the veggie smoothie shared before, this is another very personal recipe (with varied ingredients) I use very often since I bought into the concept of smoothies with different ingredients for different occasions. Unlike the veggie/fruit one, ingredients used in...
Creamy Mashed Potatoes 丝滑土豆泥

Creamy Mashed Potatoes 丝滑土豆泥

Potatoes are a staple food throughout the world because they are relatively affordable and nutritious (rich in potassium, vitamin B-6, and vitamin C). Despite these benefits, I rarely cook dishes with potatoes as the main ingredient due to concerns about its high GI...
Pan Seared Mixed Mushrooms 干煸什锦蘑菇

Pan Seared Mixed Mushrooms 干煸什锦蘑菇

Mushrooms are a healthy food (ingredient). More than most people think. They are low in calories, carbs, sodium, cholesterol, and fat. They are rich in vitamin B (B1, B2, B3, B13), vitamin D, dietary fibers, and antioxidants. Despite all the benefits, mushrooms are...