Diabetic-Friendly Chinese Recipes - Omnivore's Cookbook

Chinese Beef Stew with Potatoes (土豆炖牛肉)

Maggie Zhu — Sat, 13 Jan 2024 12:39:00 +0000

Chinese beef stew features beef braised in a rich, savory broth with potatoes and carrots until super tender and flavorful. An easy make-ahead recipe that requires little prep, it’ll give you delicious dinners for the next couple of days. Freezer and meal-prep friendly. {Gluten-Free adaptable} The beef is braised in a rich, savory broth with ...

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 ...

Lotus Root Soup With Pork Ribs (排骨莲藕汤)

Maggie Zhu — Thu, 04 Jan 2024 14:19:00 +0000

This lotus root soup features tender pork ribs, mushrooms and peanuts braised together to create a fragrant soup that is healing and nutritious. No matter whether you’re recovering from a cold or simply need something comforting, this soup is perfect for you. {Gluten-Free} Lotus root and pork rib soup is one of the most popular ...

Beef and Flat Bean Stir Fry

Maggie Zhu — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 13:40:39 +0000

Beef and flat bean stir fry is a quick main dish featuring juicy tender beef and thick romano beans brought together with a fragrant brown sauce. {Gluten-Free adaptable} Beef and flat bean stir fry is a dish I’m obsessed with recently, since our local Chinatown market started to carry flat beans. The beef is marinated ...

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 ...

Crab Roe Tofu with Salted Duck Eggs (蟹黄豆腐)

Maggie Zhu — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 01:18:03 +0000

Crab roe tofu made with salted duck egg yolks is a simple and decadent main dish that you can put together in no time. The silky and soft tofu is braised in a savory broth that is bursting with umami. Served it over steamed rice for a satisfying meal under 30 minutes. {Gluten-Free} Crab roe ...

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 ...

Sichuan Dry Fried Green Beans (干煸四季豆)

Maggie Zhu — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Sichuan dry fried green beans feature blistered green beans tossed with a savory aromatic sauce, making this dish too good to pass up! It’s an addictive side dish and substantial enough to serve as a main. {Vegan Adaptable, Gluten Free Adaptable} Sichuan dry fried green beans, or Gan Bian Si Ji Dou (干煸四季豆), is a ...

Shacha Chicken (沙茶炒鸡)

Maggie Zhu — Mon, 02 Oct 2023 18:22:20 +0000

Shacha chicken stir fry is a fun dish with a ton of umami you can put together in 20 minutes for a quick dinner, featuring tender chicken cooked in a bold seafoody tasting sauce. {Gluten-Free Adaptable} If you’ve never heard of shacha chicken, you’re going to wish you knew about it sooner. Using a special ...

Chinese tomato beef soup (番茄肥牛汤)

Maggie Zhu — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 14:14:46 +0000

This Chinese tomato beef soup features a sweet and tart tomato broth with tender thin sliced beef and mushrooms. Serve it over rice or noodles, it is the perfect one-pot meal to keep you warm during the colder months. {Gluten-Free Adaptable} Chinese tomato beef soup, or Fan Qie Fei Niu Tang (番茄肥牛汤), is a hearty ...