How to Prepare an Informal Chinese Dinner: 3 Delicious Recipes

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How to Make a Casual Chinese Dinner

Chinese cuisine is a wonderful way to explore new flavors and cooking techniques. Preparing an informal Chinese dinner at home can be both fun and rewarding.

Here, we'll guide you through three simple yet delicious recipes that will impress your guests and bring authentic Chinese flavors to your table.

1. Sweet and Sour Chicken

Ingredients:

• 500g boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 pineapple, chopped
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Cooking oil

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.
2. Cook the Vegetables: In the same pan, add more oil if needed and sauté the bell pepper and onion until they are tender.
3. Make the Sauce: In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, ketchup, rice vinegar, sugar, and cornstarch dissolved in water. Pour the mixture into the pan with the vegetables and stir until the sauce thickens.
4. Combine: Add the cooked chicken and pineapple chunks to the pan. Stir well to coat everything in the sauce. Cook for a few more minutes until the chicken is heated through.
5. Serve: Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

2. Vegetable Fried Rice

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Cooking oil

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Rice: Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
2. Cook the Eggs: Push the garlic to the side and pour the beaten eggs into the pan. Scramble them until fully cooked.
3. Add Vegetables: Add the mixed vegetables to the pan and stir-fry for a few minutes until tender.
4. Combine with Rice: Add the cooked rice to the pan. Stir to combine and break up any clumps.
5. Season: Add the soy sauce and oyster sauce, if using. Mix well until everything is evenly coated.
6. Finish: Stir in the chopped green onions and cook for another minute. Serve hot.

3. Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

• 500g beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Cooking oil

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, combine the beef slices with 1 tablespoon soy sauce and cornstarch. Mix well and let marinate for 10-15 minutes.
2. Prepare the Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix the remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, beef broth, and sugar.
3. Cook the Beef: Heat oil in a pan over high heat. Add the beef slices and cook until browned. Remove from the pan and set aside.
4. Cook the Broccoli: In the same pan, add more oil if needed and stir-fry the broccoli florets for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
5. Combine and Cook: Return the beef to the pan. Add the minced garlic and pour in the sauce mixture. Stir well and cook for a few minutes until the sauce thickens and everything is well coated.
6. Serve: Serve hot over steamed rice.

Preparing an informal Chinese dinner at home is a great way to enjoy flavorful and wholesome dishes. These three recipes—Sweet and Sour Chicken, Vegetable Fried Rice, and Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry—are easy to follow and can be made with ingredients commonly found in most kitchens.

Enjoy your culinary adventure and the delicious results with family and friends.

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Source: Souped Up Recipes

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