Yan Shui Ji (鹽水雞) is one of Taiwan’s most popular night market dishes. Traditionally made with poached or steamed chicken, it’s tossed with a savoury dressing, garlic, spring onion, and a selection of blanched vegetables to create a light, refreshing, and high-protein meal that’s especially perfect for warmer days. There are two common ways to…
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Shredded Poached Chicken with Spring Onion Sauce
I’ve been eating a lot more chicken recently because it’s a great source of protein, but I don’t want to keep making the same chicken dishes over and over again. So I’ve been experimenting with different recipes, and this Shredded Poached Chicken with Spring Onion Sauce has quickly become one of my favourites. It’s incredibly…
Mouthwatering Chilli Chicken Slices
Chicken breast is naturally high in protein and low in fat, but it can easily turn dry and tough if overcooked. This recipe uses a simple technique of lightly pounding and gently poaching the chicken, keeping every slice soft, tender, and succulent. The savoury chilli dressing combines garlic, soy sauce, sesame seeds, and sizzling hot…
Microwave Chicken Rice with Spring Onion Ginger Sauce
Did you know you can cook rice in the microwave — and cook chicken at the same time? As someone who grew up eating rice as a daily staple, I’m always exploring different ways to cook it. Sometimes I need a small portion, sometimes a bigger batch. Sometimes I want a firmer texture, and other…
Viral Costco Rotisserie Chicken Rice Hack (Made Right in the Bag)
I’ve been seeing this Costco rotisserie chicken rice popping up everywhere online lately. While going to Costco isn’t exactly easy for me (I’m based in London), supermarkets like Waitrose or M&S have hot food counters that sell rotisserie chicken in a bag — so that’s where I picked mine up. This viral chicken rice hack…
Taiwanese Sesame Oil Chicken Soup (Ma You Ji) 台式麻油雞
If you’re craving something warming, gingery, and truly comfort-bowl worthy, this Taiwanese Sesame Oil Chicken Soup (Ma You Ji / 麻油雞) is exactly what you need. It’s a slightly heartier, stew-style version of the classic sesame oil chicken you’ll find across Taiwan. Chicken is gently simmered with ginger, dried shiitake mushrooms, and Taiwanese rice cooking…
Tender Steamed Chicken with Shiitake Mushrooms
If you love simple, comforting home-style Asian dishes, this steamed chicken with shiitake mushrooms is one you’ll want to keep on repeat. The magic lies in its simplicity: a quick marinade, a short steaming time, and ingredients that do all the work to create incredible depth of flavour. Why You’ll Love This Recipe This recipe…
Easy Air Fryer Chicken Skewers with Chive Butter Glaze
I’ve used my air fryer quite often, but I had never tried making meat skewers in it until now! I was a bit skeptical at first, worried the chicken might not get that nice char on the outside without overcooking inside. But after seeing so many people make air fryer skewers and finally giving it…
Crispy, Flavourful Night Market Favourite Yan Su Ji (Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken) 鹽酥雞
If you’ve ever strolled through a Taiwanese night market, you’ve probably been lured in by the irresistible aroma of Yan Su Ji (鹽酥雞) — better known in English as Taiwanese popcorn chicken. Crispy, juicy, and bursting with five-spice flavour, it’s one of Taiwan’s most beloved street food snacks. When I moved to London, this was…
Taiwanese Three Cup Chicken (San Bei Ji) 台式三杯雞
Three Cup Chicken (San Bei Ji 三杯雞) is a classic Taiwanese dish that’s packed with bold flavours and comforting aroma. You’ll often find it at Taiwan’s lively stir-fry restaurants 熱炒店, where dishes are fast, flavourful, and meant for sharing. But the good news is—this popular dish is just as easy to make at home! The…