Chinese Vegetarian Recipes - Omnivore's Cookbook

Chinese Detox Stir Fry

Maggie Zhu — Fri, 12 Jan 2024 14:16:40 +0000

A colorful Chinese style detox stir fry that features crisp celery, flavorful fried tofu, crunchy mushrooms and tender glass noodles stir fried together with a savory sauce. It is a satisfying vegetarian dish that is super nutritious and filling. {Vegan, Gluten-Free Adaptable} This Chinese detox stir fry was a dish I learned from my confinement ...

Chinese Walnut Cookies (核桃酥)

Maggie Zhu — Fri, 05 Jan 2024 14:23:00 +0000

Celebrate Chinese New Year with these walnut cookies that have a crispy and crumbly texture and heavenly walnut aroma. They also go perfect with tea and can be enjoyed at any time of day. {Vegetarian} Chinese walnut cookies are one of the most popular traditional Chinese sweets that we enjoy growing up. Walking on the ...

Black Sesame Babka

Maggie Zhu — Sat, 23 Dec 2023 01:18:40 +0000

This Black Sesame Babka is an indulgent holiday treat with an unexpected twist. It has a rich and nutty dark chocolate filling braided into layers of fluffy, cakey dough. It’s not super sweet, but the gooey texture and irresistible flavor will hook you right away. {Vegetarian} I’m not usually a huge fan of sweets, but ...

Air Fryer Cauliflower

Maggie Zhu — Tue, 12 Dec 2023 16:43:45 +0000

Crispy on the outside with a tender roasted texture, air fryer cauliflower makes it easier than ever to eat more veggies. Plus, this flavorful creation can be on your table in a fraction of the time as oven-roasting! {Vegan, Gluten-Free Adaptable} Roasting cauliflower in your oven can take a little while, plus if it’s hot ...

Red Bean Bread (豆沙包)

Maggie Zhu — Tue, 05 Dec 2023 14:37:05 +0000

Learn how to make red bean bread like the ones from a Chinese bakery! The recipe uses an easy milk bread dough for a super soft and fluffy texture, and everything can be done with a mixer. {Vegetarian} Baked red bean bread is a Chinese bakery classic. The bread is light, fluffy and slightly sweet. ...

Yu Xiang Eggplant (鱼香茄子, Sichuan Eggplant Stir Fry)

Maggie Zhu — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 13:07:00 +0000

Yu Xiang eggplant features crispy eggplant covered in a sticky sweet, sour, savory and slightly spicy sauce. A signature Sichuan dish that turns eggplant haters into eggplant lovers. {Vegetarian Vegan Adaptable, Gluten-Free Adaptable} Yu Xiang eggplant (鱼香茄子), or Sichuan eggplant stir fry, is one of those under-appreciated Sichuan dishes that deserves more attention. Throughout the ...

Cabbage Glass Noodles Stir Fry

Maggie Zhu — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 12:38:00 +0000

Cabbage glass noodle stir fry is a quick homestyle side dish that takes 10 minutes to put together. The crisp cabbage and tender mung bean noodles are brought together with a savory sauce, making it satisfying and comforting to eat. {Vegan, Gluten-free adaptable} Cabbage glass noodle stir fry is not something you see often on ...

Mushroom Fried Rice (蘑菇炒饭)

Maggie Zhu — Thu, 09 Nov 2023 18:25:30 +0000

Mushroom fried rice is a super quick and satisfying side that can be served as a light main dish as well. Assorted mushrooms are seared and stir fried with crispy rice and brought together with a savory and aromatic sauce. Make this for your lunch, meal-prep, or a dinner course. {Gluten-Free Adaptable, Vegetarian} Fried rice ...

Broccoli and Mushroom Stir Fry

Maggie Zhu — Thu, 02 Nov 2023 12:13:00 +0000

This Broccoli and Mushroom Stir Fry is a simple, delicious veggie dish for any night of the week. It uses fresh aromatics and some Chinese seasonings to boost the flavor profile and make every bite irresistible. {Vegan, Gluten-Free Adaptable} I’ve tried veggie takeout dishes before, and I’ve been unimpressed several times! So I wanted to ...

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 ...