The bold flavours, the variety of dishes and the fragrant smells: there's SO much to Chinese food. From Crispy Pork Dumplings to and Szechuan Beef, nothing compares! And with Lunar New Year just around the corner, we can't stop thinking about the type of recipes we'd like to make at home.
Let's start with snacks: there's the iconic Spring Rolls, and the trendy Spring Onion Pancakes that went viral on TikTok last year. If you prefer something on the healthy side, there's Steamed Chicken with Ginger Orange Dressing, or total classics like Wonton Soup.
If you're looking for vegetarian Chinese recipes, your go-to ingredient is cauliflower, and we've got recipes for Honey Garlic Cauliflower and Bang Bang Cauliflower to inspire you.
There's such a huge variety of flavour combos in Chinese food, so you're sure to find something you love and will end up cooking again and again. If you're cooking a spread, perhaps giving a rice or noodle dish a try as a side would go down a treat, like these classic Singapore Noodles, or the ultimate Perfect Fried Rice made with plenty of fresh ginger and sesame oil.
Whether you're after something classic like Chicken Chow Mein, or something a little more inventive like Kung Pao Brussel Sprouts, we've got 28 Chinese-inspired recipes you've got to give a go. But we must warn you, some of the flavours rustled up in these recipes are insanely addictive...
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1
Chicken Spring Rolls
Together with crunchy vegetables, this is a more-ish indulgent starter suitable for sharing and making for larger crowds as the rolls can be made ahead and frozen and then fried from frozen.
Get the Chicken Spring Rolls recipe.
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2
Crispy Pork Dumplings
These dumplings have a great bite from the cabbage and potato and a delightful crispy bottom!
Get the Crispy Pork Dumplings recipe.
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3
Steamed Chicken with Ginger Orange Dressing
Healthy and modern, Chinese food has never tasted so good! And the marinated chicken is *chef's kiss.*
Get the Steamed Chicken with Ginger Orange Dressing recipe.
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4
Chicken Fried Rice
Chicken fried rice is the comfort dish of Chinese food. This classic take on the favourite is easy to make and makes the perfect lunch or dinner.
Get the Chicken Fried Rice recipe.
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5
Spring Onion Pancakes
Spring onion pancakes might be one of our favourite appetisers ever. Crispy, flaky, and with the *slightest* bit of chew, it's easy to polish off a whole plate of them in minutes.
Get the Spring Onion Pancakes recipe.
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6
Szechuan Beef
Szechuan beef is meant to be spicy and this is no exception. If you want less heat feel free to reduce the amount of chilli garlic sauce.
Get the Szechuan Beef recipe.
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7
Chicken and Sweetcorn Soup
This Chinese-inspired chicken and sweetcorn soup can be on the table in less than 20 minutes.
Get the Chicken and Sweetcorn Soup recipe.
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8
Honey Walnut Prawns
This dish is seriously delicious, plus it's a cinch to make at home.
Get the Honey Walnut Prawns recipe.
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9
Hunan Chicken
We love spicy chicken and Hunan is no exception. If you want yours less spicy, lessen the amount of chillies and sambal oelek.
Get the Hunan Chicken recipe.
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10
Honey Garlic Cauliflower
Who doesn't love a good healthy snack? These little guys have just enough crunch and flavour to keep us going.
Get the Honey Garlic Cauliflower recipe.
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11
Vegetable Spring Rolls
Spring rolls are a must for any Chinese-inspired feast. These veggie crispy spring rolls are packed with crunchy colourful veg, ready in just under an hour. Great snack food to please the masses!
Get the Vegetable Spring Rolls recipe.
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12
Chicken Chow Mein
Chow mein is our go-to for all types of meals, from an easy dinner to a serious hangover. We love the kick this recipe gets from fresh ginger, but if you're not a fan, skip it.
Get the Chicken Chow Mein recipe.
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13
Bang Bang Cauliflower
When we're looking for a spicy, flavourful side to brighten up our dinner, we turn to Bang Bang Cauliflower. Not only is it quick and easy, but the dish is super adaptable.
Get the Bang Bang Cauliflower recipe.
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14
Wonton Soup
If you'd like to add some veggies to this soup, try dropping some quartered pak choi into the boiling broth a couple of minutes before serving.
Get the Wonton Soup recipe.
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15
Beef & Broccoli Noodles
With soy sauce-infused steak and broccoli, these noodles are so much better than a takeaway.
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16
Crispy Honey Sesame Chicken
Crispy chicken underneath a sticky and sweet honey sauce? Served with rice, you'll never need a takeaway again!
Get the Crispy Honey Sesame Chicken recipe.
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17
Chinese Chicken Salad
This Chinese chicken salad is fresh and full of crunchy ramen, sweet mandarins, and crisp cabbage. It's our favourite salad to bring along to any summer bbq and what we make when we need an easy lunch.
Get the Chinese Chicken Salad recipe.
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18
Pork Fried Rice
Kiss greasy takeaway fried rice goodbye.
Get the Pork Fried Rice recipe.
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19
Szechuan Chicken
Szechuan chicken should be pretty spicy, but we made ours EXTRA HOT. If you're sensitive to heat, feel free to cut back on the chilies themselves.
Get the Szechuan Chicken recipe.
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20
Honey Garlic Chicken
This easy weeknight dinner takes practically zero effort.
Get the Honey Garlic Chicken recipe.
