20 Chinese-Inspired Christmas Recipes You Need to Try This Year
Modified: 12/10/2024
This Christmas, embark on a delightful culinary adventure! We've carefully curated 20 special recipes that beautifully blend Chinese tradition with holiday innovation, creating an exciting feast that will transform your Christmas table.
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Steamed Pumpkin Egg Custard
Shimmering like the warm Christmas sun, this steamed pumpkin egg custard radiates a magical golden glow that captures the essence of holiday joy. Each spoonful brings together the sweet tenderness of pumpkin and the silky smoothness of eggs, creating a heavenly texture that melts in your mouth.
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EASY8 INGREDIENTS8STEP40 MIN·
Posted: 12/10/2024
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Egg Dumplings Recipe
Like golden fortune pouches on Christmas Eve, these egg dumplings sparkle like stars in the winter sky, bringing luck and prosperity to your holiday table. Each dumpling wraps succulent filling in delicate egg crepes, creating perfect bites of homestyle comfort.
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EASY14 INGREDIENTS6STEP35 MIN·
Posted: 11/08/2024
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Fried Sweet Potato Balls Recipe
Like twinkling ornaments from a Christmas tree, these golden-fried sweet potato balls bring heartwarming charm to your Chinese holiday feast. Crispy on the outside yet wonderfully tender within, each bite is a perfect celebration of festive sweetness.
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EASY4 INGREDIENTS8STEP40 MIN·
Posted: 11/29/2024
Like crystal ornaments adorning a Christmas tree, these sugar-spun apples glisten with an enchanting translucent coating. As you pull them apart, delicate threads of caramelized sugar dance in the air, creating a delightful blend of sweetness and playful fun.
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EASY4 INGREDIENTS5STEP20 MIN·
Posted: 11/29/2024
Imagine a dish that captures the essence of Christmas lights in every golden bite. This exquisite combination of creamy salted egg yolk and sweet pumpkin creates a festive masterpiece that's uniquely Chinese yet perfectly suited for your holiday table.
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EASY4 INGREDIENTS7STEP45 MIN·
Posted: 12/02/2024
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Golden Shrimp Balls
These Chinese golden shrimp balls shimmer like precious Christmas ornaments. Beneath their golden coating lies plump, succulent shrimp meat - creating a perfect harmony of crispy exterior and tender interior that releases a burst of delicious flavor with every bite.
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EASY8 INGREDIENTS6STEP45 MIN·
Posted: 11/26/2024
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Red Wine Poached Pears
The rich bouquet of red wine intertwines with the sweet succulence of pears, releasing a unique melody of flavors through gentle simmering. Each pear, beautifully stained by the wine, glows with an alluring hue reminiscent of romantic Christmas candlelight.
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EASY3 INGREDIENTS7STEP45 MIN·
Posted: 12/02/2024
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Corn Egg Custard
This Chinese corn custard brings a refreshing twist to traditional Christmas desserts. The ingenious blend of sweet corn and creamy custard sets into a silky smoothness that feels as gentle as winter sunlight, warming both heart and palate.
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EASY3 INGREDIENTS8STEP20 MIN·
Posted: 12/10/2024
This vibrant Chinese classic brings a festive splash to Christmas tables. Golden-fried tender pork pieces dance with bright pineapple chunks, creating a colorful display that mirrors Christmas decorations in all their glory.
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MEDIUM15 INGREDIENTS6STEP50 MIN·
Posted: 10/08/2024
These delicate egg rolls wrap layer upon layer of sweetness in their crispy shells, each one carefully crafted like a beautifully wrapped Christmas present. As they bake, their enchanting aroma fills every corner of the home, creating an atmosphere of warmth and anticipation.
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EASY7 INGREDIENTS7STEP35 MIN·
Posted: 11/25/2024
This Chinese braised beef graces Christmas tables with its majestic presence. Its deep, rich color mirrors the serene darkness of Christmas night, while its robust flavors bring profound satisfaction to family gatherings.
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EASY19 INGREDIENTS9STEP3 HR 30 MIN·
Posted: 12/01/2024
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Delectable Candied Sweet Potatoes
These sugar-spun sweet potatoes create holiday magic on your Christmas table. Golden threads of caramelized sugar sparkle like festive lights, wrapping each piece in a glistening embrace.
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EASY3 INGREDIENTS8STEP25 MIN·
Posted: 11/29/2024
These exquisitely carved white radish cups transform humble vegetables into elegant serving vessels, creating edible art that elevates your Christmas table with Chinese sophistication.
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EASY15 INGREDIENTS8STEP30 MIN·
Posted: 11/30/2024
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Easy Shaoxing Shrimp Balls Recipe
Like luminous pearls on Christmas night, these Shaoxing shrimp balls bring elegant luxury to your holiday table. Each golden sphere holds succulent shrimp meat within its crispy exterior, releasing an enchanting aroma that captivates all senses.
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EASY8 INGREDIENTS8STEP25 MIN·
Posted: 12/06/2024
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Tomato Sauce Chicken Wings
These vibrant chicken wings bring Christmas cheer with their glossy red coating. Perfectly pan-fried until golden, then glazed with sweet and tangy tomato sauce, they capture the festive spirit in every bite.
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EASY12 INGREDIENTS9STEP40 MIN·
Posted: 12/08/2024
These tender glutinous rice dumplings appear like snow-white Christmas sprites on your holiday table. Each delicate ball cradles sweet fillings within its soft embrace, bringing traditional Chinese comfort to your festive celebrations.
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EASY7 INGREDIENTS7STEP1 HR 30 MIN·
Posted: 11/30/2024
Like a festive melody, this elegant dish combines succulent shrimp with silky glass noodles. The red shrimp and pearly noodles create a classic Christmas color palette, while steam brings their flavors together in perfect harmony.
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EASY9 INGREDIENTS7STEP30 MIN·
Posted: 12/03/2024
Like delicate fairies dancing on Christmas morning, these artfully shaped rolls bring whimsy and wonder to your holiday table. Each butterfly-shaped creation promises soft, fluffy layers infused with milk and sweet fillings.
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EASY6 INGREDIENTS6STEP50 MIN·
Posted: 12/04/2024
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Jade Tofu(Tofu with Vegetables)
Like a precious jade stone on Christmas day, this elegant dish combines silky tofu with vibrant green vegetable essence. Its gentle, soothing color brings serenity to the festive table, offering a refreshing counterpoint to rich holiday fare.
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EASY15 INGREDIENTS6STEP30 MIN·
Posted: 11/30/2024
Like a precious gift unwrapped on Christmas Eve, this classic braised pork belly presents itself in perfect cubes of glistening amber. Each piece, slow-cooked to melting tenderness, carries the warmth of holiday celebrations.
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EASY9 INGREDIENTS8STEP2 HR 30 MIN·
Posted: 12/01/2024
