Maggie Zhu

Chinese chicken wings are made easy using the air fryer, to create a flavorful taste with juicy crispy texture, just like the ones at the Chinese restaurant. You only need a few pantry ingredients and 5 minutes to put it together. It’s also perfect for making ahead. Click the link on my profile page and search “Chinese chicken wings” to view the recipe. . . . . . #AsianFood #AsianFoodPorn #ChineseFood #feedfeed @food_glooby #huffposttaste #kitchn #eater #grubstreet #tastingtable #eattheworld #f52grams #lifeandthyme @foodblogfeed #foodblogfeed #inspiremyinstagram #foodandwine #heresmyfood @food #hautecuisines #beautifulcuisines #ourplatedaily #feedyoursoull #dailyfoodfeed #airfryer #airfryerrecipes

If you’ve ever ordered Chinese green beans in a restaurant, you must have wondered how to get those perfectly charred and blistered green beans. The dish uses a cooking technique called Gan Bian (干煸), which directly translated means “dry fried”. It is similar to shallow frying, as it uses much less oil than deep frying, but achieves a perfect texture. Click the link on my profile page and search “garlic green beans” to view the recipe. . . . . . #AsianFood #AsianFoodPorn #ChineseFood #feedfeed @food #heresmyfood @food_glooby #huffposttaste #kitchn #eater #grubstreet #tastingtable #eattheworld #f52grams #lifeandthyme @foodblogfeed #foodblogfeed #inspiremyinstagram #foodandwine #hautecuisines #beautifulcuisines #todayfood #todayfoodclub #plantbased #plantbasedrecipes #veganrecipes

I spent much of the last year writing a cookbook and now it’s finally ready for pre-order! Chinese Homestyle - Everyday Plant-Based Recipes for Takeout, Dim Sum, Noodles & More is now available on Amazon via the link in my bio. You might be asking why I wrote a plant-based book, since my blog literally has the word “omnivore” in it. Truth be told, the reason behind it might sound a bit selfish - over the past few years, I have been gradually shifting my daily meals in a vegetable-heavy direction, after my husband started eating plant-based. I discovered a lot of hidden gems dining at vegan Chinese restaurants and have been experimenting with the ingredients at home, so I can create something we both enjoy. During the months of lockdown, cooking and eating homestyle Chinese dishes helped me to reconnect with my roots and keep my body healthy through the difficult times. That’s why I decided to write a cookbook focusing on home-style cooking, sharing dishes that my mom made that I've eaten growing up and more. Those are the dishes that are vegetable-centric and balanced, hearty, and nourishing. Many of them are naturally plant-based. And some of them I converted into plant-based using various fun products you can easily find at Asian markets or online. I want to take this opportunity to introduce those amazing plant-based dishes that are different from your average salads and roasted vegetables, which also stay true to the authentic Chinese taste. It has been a roller coaster ride the past year, between creating this book, moving to a new home, and keeping my blog going. And it still frightens me to imagine writing something in print that I cannot easily click “edit” if I find a typo. But here goes, my first printed book that you can hold in your hand. Click the link in my bio to pre-order and have the book delivered on Sept 20, the day it’s released, and you’ll get 5 bonus recipes with a grocery shopping guide!

Looking for a delicious, easy dinner recipe? 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. Comment “recipe” to get the recipe sent directly to your DMs or head to my profile bio! https://omnivorescookbook.com/beef-and-flat-bean-stir-fry/ #beefstirfry #flatbean #brownsauce #stirfry #chineserecipe #stirfryrecipe #comfortfood #chinesehomecooking

Looking for a healthy vegan recipe? These vegan dan dan noodles are truly addictive. The tender noodles are served in a rich sauce that is nutty, spicy, and extra fragrant, with a hint of sweetness. It also comes with a vegan recipe for a flavorful “meaty” topping that tastes great and clings to the noodles. So easy and so delicious! Comment “recipe” to get the recipe sent directly to your DMs or head to my profile bio! https://omnivorescookbook.com/vegan-dan-dan-noodles/ #vegan #dandannoodles #chineserecipe #vegandandannoodles #chinesestreetfood #veganfood #veganchinese

Hong Shao Rou or red braised pork, is a beloved dish in China. The tender, juicy pork is coated in a glossy sauce that is sticky, savory, sweet, and full of fragrance. Perfect dish to cook on a weekend and enjoy throughout the week! Comment “recipe” to get the recipe sent directly to your DMs or head to my profile bio! https://omnivorescookbook.com/hong-shao-rou/ #hongshaorou #braisedpork #chinesefood #easychinese #asianfood #chineserecipe #comfortfood

In China, a fish course is a must-have for celebratory occasions such as dinner parties, festivals, and Chinese New Year. This Chinese sweet and sour fish is shallow-fried until super crispy and then drizzled with a rich and aromatic sauce that is loaded with colorful peppers. So tasty and delicious! Comment “recipe” to get the recipe sent directly to your DMs or head to my profile bio! https://omnivorescookbook.com/sweet-and-sour-fish #sweetandsourfish #chinesenewyear #chinesefood #fishrecipes #chineserecipe #chinesecooking #easymeal

If you want to create a delicious and healthy meal that is packed with protein, this dish is for you! The tofu is marinated, then cooked until perfectly crispy and flavorful, then finished up in a sticky ginger garlic sauce with broccoli. Make this easy tofu and broccoli stir fry for a delicious vegetarian meal in 30 minutes! Comment “recipe” to get the recipe sent directly to your DMs or head to my profile bio! https://omnivorescookbook.com/tofu-and-broccoli/ #tofu #broccoli #stirfry #chineserecipe #stirfryrecipe #betterthantakeout #comfortfood #vegetarianmeals

Nutty and creamy, this super addictive black sesame ice cream requires just 4 ingredients and 5 hours ‘til it’s ready. No ice cream machine needed! (Vegetarian) Comment “recipe” to get the recipe sent directly to your DMs or head to my profile bio! https://omnivorescookbook.com/black-sesame-ice-cream/ #blacksesame #sesameseeds #blacksesameicecream #sesameicecream #sesameicecream🍦 #chinesefoodie #chinesefood #chinesefoodblog

Seafood is something I’ve always adored! 😍 This better-than-takeout seafood chow mein takes all your favorite seafood elements and puts them together in one pan for a simple and delicious meal, with easy cleanup too. Comment “recipe” to get the recipe sent directly to your DMs or head to my profile bio! https://omnivorescookbook.com/seafood-chow-mein/ #seafoodchowmein #onepanmeal #chowmein #chinesefood #chowmeinnoodles #comfortfood #chineserecipe

This is the perfect dish for a special occasion! Learn this super easy Salt Baked Chicken recipe to create extra juicy and tender roast chicken with a crispy skin that is very fragrant. It’s a modernized version of the salt baked chicken and uses the oven to largely simplify the process and create a great result. It's so amazing that I would definitely serve it for Chinese New Year later this month. Comment “recipe” to get the recipe sent directly to your DMs or head to my profile bio! https://omnivorescookbook.com/easy-salt-baked-chicken/ #bakedchicken #chineserecipe #easycooking #chinesefood #saltbaked #chickenrecipe #chinesedish

Are you ready for your new favorite eggplant recipe? 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. Comment “recipe” to get the recipe sent directly to your DMs or head to my profile bio! https://omnivorescookbook.com/sichuan-eggplant/ #eggplant #eggplantrecipes #chineserecipe #easycooking #chinesedish #sichuanfood #yuxiang