Sichuan cuisine

The Essence of Sichuan Cuisine

Sichuan cuisine, renowned for its bold flavors and vibrant spices, features classics like Kung Pao Chicken, Mapo Tofu, and Hot Pot, showcasing the perfect balance of heat and aroma.

Sichuan cuisine

Explore various flavors of Sichuan cuisine

We offer unique flavors in our Sichuan cuisine recipes.

Air-Fried Squid with Cumin and Chili

Squid is marinated in a flavorful mix of soy sauce, oyster sauce, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and sugar. After marinating for 30 minutes, the squid is air fried for 20 minutes until crispy and delicious. It’s a quick and tasty dish with bold flavors!

Golden Tofu Magic: Stir-Fried Happiness on Your Plate!

This delicious tofu stir-fry is a quick and satisfying dish! Start by sautéing minced garlic and green bell pepper with salt. Next, fry firm tofu until golden on both sides. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a touch of chicken essence for flavor, then simmer with a little water to let it soak in. Finally, mix in the sautéed peppers and finish with chopped green onions. This recipe is perfect for a tasty meal that’s easy to whip up any day!

Lotus Love: A Fiery and Flavorful Adventure Awaits!

Enjoy a delicious stir-fried lotus root dish! Blanch fresh lotus root slices, then sauté minced garlic, Sichuan peppercorns, and dried chili peppers in hot oil. Add the lotus root, soy sauce, and Chinkiang vinegar, stirring well. Finish with chopped green onions. This simple recipe is perfect as a side or main dish!

Genuine Mapo Tofu Recipe

The characteristics of Mapo tofu are that the tender, white tofu is dotted with brown-red beef crisp filling, green garlic sprouts, and red chili oil. It resembles jade inlaid with amber, smells fragrant, and tastes like numbness, spiciness, hotness, tenderness, crispness, and fragrance.

A Tasty Twist: Beef and Mushrooms Unite!

Enjoy the flavorful Black Pepper Beef with King Oyster Mushrooms! Tender beef slices are marinated in black pepper and salt, delivering a savory punch. Juicy king oyster mushrooms add a rich umami flavor, while garlic and onions enhance the aroma. Toss in colorful bell peppers for freshness, and finish with oyster sauce and soy for a delicious stir-fry. This quick and satisfying dish is perfect for weeknight dinners and pairs wonderfully with rice or noodles. Create a comforting meal that’s sure to impress!

Irresistibly Spicy Chicken: A Flavor Explosion Awaits!

Get ready for Spicy Chicken! This dish features tender chicken legs marinated in a mix of oyster sauce, soy sauce, and spices. After frying, it’s tossed with aromatic garlic, dried chilies, and Sichuan peppercorns for a flavorful kick. Serve hot and enjoy every spicy bite! Perfect for spice lovers!

Chewy and Delicious: Try Our Spicy Pickled Pepper Pig Intestines!

This braised pork intestines recipe is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for home cooks. Start by frying shredded ginger, minced garlic, and pickled pepper until aromatic. Next, add the braised pork intestines and stir-fry with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and spices until the flavors meld together. Finish by adding chili pepper and chili powder for an extra kick. This dish is not only delicious but also easy to prepare!

Homemade Spicy Shredded Chicken

This dish features tender, spicy shredded chicken made from lean pork, mixed with egg white and pea starch. Fresh ingredients like magnolia slices and dried chili enhance the flavor, while a savory sauce of cooking wine, soy sauce, and sugar adds depth. Quick to prepare, it’s a delicious option for busy home cooks.

Six Mouthwatering Sichuan Dishes and Snacks

Chengdu, known as the food capital of China, is famous for its rich and diverse Sichuan cuisine. With a long history and rich cultural heritage, Chengdu's cuisine attracts food lovers worldwide. Here, you will find a variety of mouth-watering specialties, from mala hot pot to street snacks.

Spice Up Your Kitchen: Easy & Delicious Mapo Tofu!

Hey folks, are you ready to spice up your cooking? Mapo Tofu is a beloved Sichuan dish that’s flavorful and easy to make! This recipe features tender tofu, minced meat, and a rich sauce made from bean paste, chili powder, and spices.

Sichuan cuisine step by step

Prepare ingredients

Cut the meat and vegetables into appropriate sizes (consider whether they are easy to cook) and prepare the Sichuan pepper and peppercorn.

Cook the ingredients

Boil the prepared ingredients until 75% to 85% cooked, cooking vegetables and meat separately. Drain and set aside.

Make the pot base

In a clean pot, fry the base, ensuring the right amounts of oil, bean paste, and chili, until the seasoning aroma is released.

Mix the ingredients and stir-fry and season

Add the prepared ingredients to the base pot and stir-fry until well combined. Then, add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and other seasonings. Finally, sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve.

Tips for making Sichuan cuisine

Spicy and hot

Spicy and hot is the core of Sichuan cuisine, and the balance between peppercorns and chilies is crucial.

The selection and use of seasonings

Ingredients like bean paste, soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar are crucial, as their combination enhances the overall flavor of the dishes.

Heat control is the key to Sichuan cuisine

Hot pan and cold oil, stir-frying, and fast heat lock in the freshness of ingredients.

A variety of cooking techniques

Methods like stir-frying, braising, and dry stir-frying are chosen based on the characteristics of each dish to enhance its flavor.

Words from real customers

" Wow! I just tried the spicy hot pot recipe, and it was incredible! The flavors were so vibrant, and I loved how customizable it was. The broth had just the right amount of heat, and I can’t believe how easy it was to make. I can’t wait to share this with my friends! "


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Emily Kennedy

Restaurant staff

" I’m officially obsessed with the mala xiang guo! The combination of spices and fresh ingredients was out of this world! Each bite was bursting with flavor, and the aroma while cooking made my mouth water. Highly recommend trying it with extra chili oil for that extra kick! "


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Sarah Hansen

Photographer

" The mala tang recipe is a game-changer! I love how I can mix and match my favorite vegetables and proteins. It’s perfect for a cozy night in. The step-by-step instructions made it super easy to follow, and the end result was absolutely delicious! "


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Mark Wilkinson

Small business owner