(Sweet Potato Tangyuan in Coconut Milk) Soft, chewy tangyuan filled with banana, gently simmered in creamy coconut milk with tropical fruit and tapioca pearls—this Guinataang Tangyuan is my Filipino-inspired take on a dish traditionally enjoyed during Dongzhi (冬至节), the Winter Solstice Festival. Tangyuan (汤圆) are most commonly eaten around Dongzhi to symbolize wholeness, togetherness, and… Continue reading Guinataang Tangyuan
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Lotus Root Salad
During a trip to Portland with my family and my sister-in-law this past Autumn, we found ourselves wandering around the small oasis called the Lan Su Chinese Garden. The lotuses were still in bloom, the carp were active and the weather was beautiful. The children felt at home, as if they were romping around the… Continue reading Lotus Root Salad
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