Looking for some last minute recipes for your Chinese New Year dinner? Here's an easy to make recipe for any authentic Chinese dinner.
Fish is always a major component of a traditional Chinese New Year celebration. Why? Because the word for "fish", sounds like the word for "surplus", or "plenty". So the saying "nian nian you yu" can mean "Have fish every year" or it can also mean "Be prosperous every year."
So have fish this year, and be prosperous!
What a great world we live in! Without having to travel, we can taste exotic fruits from thousands of miles over the ocean.
The lychee (pronounced "lee-chee") is a fruit originating in southern China, but is now found throughout the world in sub-tropical climates. Most people are familiar with them from Chinese restaurants, where the soggy fruit is served from a can, swimming in a heavy syrup.
Not in the mood to peel mangoes? Or perhaps they're out of season? Swad Kesar Mango Pulp is the answer. When you're making a dish that calls for mango flavor, use this, and you won't be disappointed.
This pulp is imported from India, and is great for making sauces, drinks, pastry fillings, or anything else you can imagine. When you use fresh mangoes, the taste can vary depending on which mangoes are in season, or on how ripe each mango is. But if you use Swad's Mango Pulp, you'll get a consistently delicious taste.
A 30 oz can is just $2.25, or get a case of 6 for just $11.99, and you'll be on your way mango bliss. Find out for yourself why Indians are so passionate about their mangoes. And with the fresh mango season quickly coming to a close, you'll still be able to enjoy the taste of summer year-round with this tasty recipe.
If you're looking for a top-quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil, this is it! Frantoia EVOO is the result of four generations of Sicilians putting all of their love and passion into making an exquisite product. With a fruity aroma and rich, buttery taste, this unfiltered oil is great for dipping bread. Or you can enjoy it drizzled on seafood or cheese. Try some on lobster, clams, or mussels instead of butter for a taste you won't forget.