Cooking With Xin

My name is Cindy I want to welcome you to Cooking With Xin. Xin means heart in Chinese, it is also my family name. So, when you are cooking with Xin you are cooking with my family's recipes and with love in your heart. In today's episode, I will teach how to make Shou Gao Mian (Chinese hand noodles) a favorite staple food in my family.

"Hand Noodles" (Shou Gao Mian) is a simple handmade egg noodle recipe that dates back to time immemorial. This type of noodle is popular in Northern China. It is simplistic in nature using the proper balance of four basic ingredients, Flour, Water, Egg, and Salt. It does not require any special skills or equipment, anyone with a mind to do so can make these noodles. Perhaps it is due to its simplicity that in certain parts of China noodles like these are eaten more often than rice.

Please enjoy my detailed step-by-step guide to make your own hand noodles and share the love in your heart (Xin) with your family!

Love,

Cindy

My name is Cindy I want to welcome you to Cooking With Xin. Xin means heart in Chinese, it is also my family name. So, when you are cooking with Xin you are cooking with my family's recipes and with love in your heart. In today's episode, I teach how to cook Xihongshi Chao Jidan (scrambled eggs with tomatoes). This dish is a favorite among bachelores and university students who are living on their own for the first time or those who are just learning to cook. It is incredibly easy and quite flexible to suit your taste. This colorful dish is tasty and nutritious. It can be served over rice, noodles, or on its own with bread. It is most often served as a side dish but it can also be a quick main course as well. Come and try some today! Bring this delicious dish to your family and share the love in your heart. Love, Cindy

My name is Cindy I want to welcome you to Cooking With Xin. Xin means heart in Chinese, it is also my family name. So, when you are cooking with Xin you are cooking with my family's recipes and with love in your heart. In today's episode, I teach how to cook Niurou He Xihongshi (Beef with tomatoes).

This dish is a favorite among domestic families and can be found in a typical family's weekly rotation of meals. It is incredibly easy and quite flexible to suit your taste. This colorful dish is tasty and nutritious. It can be served over rice, noodles, or on its own with bread. It is most often served as a main dish but it can also be a side dish as well. Come and try some today!

Bring this delicious dish to your family and share the love in your heart.

Love,

Cindy

My name is Cindy I want to welcome you to Cooking With Xin. Xin means heart in Chinese, it is also my family name. So, when you are cooking with Xin you are cooking with my family's recipes and with love in your heart. In today's episode, I teach how to cook Mugu ye Chi Rou (Mushrooms and Chicken)

This is another easy recipe perfect for those of you just learning how to cook Chinese food. Another favorite with single men and university students due to how simple and flexible this recipe is. No special equipment or exotic ingredients are required. Ideal for being served over rice or noodles. This is often served as a small main course but is often one of many in, formal dinners. Come and try some today!

Bring this delicious dish to your family and share the love in your heart.

Love,

Cindy

My name is Cindy I want to welcome you to Cooking With Xin. Xin means heart in Chinese, it is also my family name. So, when you are cooking with Xin you are cooking with my family's recipes and with love in your heart. In today's episode, I teach how to cook Chi Tway Xin Boa Gou (Ginger Chicken and Abalone mushroom)

This is another easy recipe perfect for those of you just learning how to cook Chinese food and is one of my husband's favorites. Abalone Mushrooms are available in nearly every grocery story even many small corner stores. But, in America, they can be a little more scarce. But most Asian food markets will carry them. I found these at an Asian food market that even delivers to every city and suburb so you never have to go far to get their produce. If you don't have access to these mushrooms don't worry using large Portobello mushrooms can be a suitable substitute.

This dish is Ideal for being served with rice or noodles. This is often served as a main course for dinner. Come and try some today!

Bring this delicious dish to your family and share the love in your heart.

Love,

Cindy

My name is Cindy I want to welcome you to Cooking With Xin. Xin means heart in Chinese, it is also my family name. So, when you are cooking with Xin you are cooking with my family's recipes and with love in your heart. In today's episode, I teach how to cook Kele Kele Jichi (Coke-a-cola Chicken Wings)

This extremely easy recipe is perfect for those of you just learning how to cook Chinese food. A favorite for university students, single men, and other inexperienced cooks. This dish requires no special skills, ingredients, or equipment. It is fast, easy to make, and delicious. This dish is Ideal for being served with rice. This is often served as a main course for dinner or as a high-end snack. This dish is sure to be a hit at any potluck or party.

Come and try some today! Bring this delicious dish to your family and share the love in your heart.

Love,

Cindy

My name is Cindy I want to welcome you to Cooking With Xin. Xin means heart in Chinese, it is also my family name. So, when you are cooking with Xin you are cooking with my family's recipes and with love in your heart. In today's episode, I teach how to cook La Rou Doujiao Menmian(Braised bacon and green bean noodles).

This dish is a favorite among bachelors and university students who are living on their own for the first time or those who are just learning to cook. It is relatively easy and quite flexible to suit your taste. This colorful dish is tasty and nutritious. It is most often served as a side dish but it can also be a quick main course as well. Come and try some today!

Bring this delicious dish to your family and share the love in your heart.

Love,

Cindy

My name is Cindy I want to welcome you to Cooking With Xin. Xin means heart in Chinese, it is also my family name. So, when you are cooking with Xin you are cooking with my family's recipes and with love in your heart. In today's episode, I teach how to cook Hong Xai Pi Gu (Braised Pork Ribs)

This dish is sure to be remembered by anyone you serve it to. The savory flavor tender meat and crisp shell of these ribs will be a hit in almost any family meal. Though braised ribs are more complicated than many of the dishes here it is more than worth the effort. This dish is Ideal for being served with rice. This is often served as a main course for formal dinners and honored guests. If you want to make a big impression with your culinary skills or quality of life this is a sure-fire way to give your family and guests a taste of the good life.

Come and try some today! Bring this delicious dish to your family and share the love in your heart.

Love,

Cindy

My name is Cindy I want to welcome you to Cooking With Xin. Xin means heart in Chinese, it is also my family name. So, when you are cooking with Xin you are cooking with my family's recipes and with love in your heart. In today's episode, I teach how to cook Spicy cucumber salad and beer fish.

These dishes are popular in my hometown. This can be adapted for just about any type of fish and will give it a rich full flavor. It can be served with rice, noodles, or on its own with bread. It is most often served as a main dish but it can also be a side dish as well. Come and try some today!

Bring this delicious dish to your family and share the love in your heart.

Love,

Cindy

My name is Cindy I want to welcome you to Cooking With Xin. Xin means heart in Chinese, it is also my family name. So, when you are cooking with Xin you are cooking with my family's recipes and with love in your heart. In today's episode, I teach how to cook Nui Ru Baozi (beef steamed bun) This is a traditional dish especially famous in Tianjin China. Baozi are steamed buns with various types of fillings. Today we are cooking beef and carrot Baozi. Cooking this dish doesn't require any unusual equipment, and is usually made for major holidays and family events. The process typically involves the whole family doing some part of it. These buns are fun and full of flavor. Come and try some today! Bring this delicious dish to your family and share the love in your heart. Love, Cindy

My name is Cindy I want to welcome you to Cooking With Xin. Xin means heart in Chinese, it is also my family name. So, when you are cooking with Xin you are cooking with my family's recipes and with love in your heart. In today's episode, I teach how to cook Ju Ro yeh Qincai Jao Zi (pork and celery dumplings) This is a traditional dish especially served for holidays or auspicious events.

Jao Zi are Chinese dumplings with various types of fillings. Today we are cooking pork and shrimp. Cooking this dish doesn't require any unusual equipment. The process typically involves the whole family doing some part of it. These dumplings are fun and full of flavor.

Come and try some today! Bring this delicious dish to your family and share the love in your heart.

Love,

Cindy

My name is Cindy I want to welcome you to Cooking With Xin. Xin means heart in Chinese, it is also my family name. So, when you are cooking with Xin you are cooking with my family's recipes and with love in your heart. In today's episode, I teach how to cook Ju Ro yeh Xai Jao Zi (pork and shrimp dumplings)

This is a traditional dish especially served for holidays or auspicious events. Joa Zi are Chinese dumplings with various types of fillings. Today we are cooking pork and shrimp. Cooking this dish doesn't require any unusual equipment. The process typically involves the whole family doing some part of it. These dumplings are fun and full of flavor. Come and try some today!

Bring this delicious dish to your family and share the love in your heart.

Love,

Cindy

My name is Cindy I want to welcome you to Cooking With Xin. Xin means heart in Chinese, it is also my family name. So, when you are cooking with Xin you are cooking with my family's recipes and with love in your heart. In today's episode, I teach how to cook Ju Ro yeh Qincai Jao Zi (pork and celery dumplings) in a two-color dough. This decorative dough will make the Jao Zi look like a cabbage to symbolize money and prosperity. This is a traditional dish especially served for holidays or auspicious events, this type of decorative Jao Zi is used to wish prosperity to the people who eat them. Jao Zi are Chinese dumplings with various types of fillings. Today we are cooking pork and shrimp. Cooking this dish doesn't require any unusual equipment. The process typically involves the whole family doing some part of it. These dumplings are fun and full of flavor. Come and try some today! Bring this delicious dish to your family and share the love in your heart. Love, Cindy

My name is Cindy I want to welcome you to Cooking With Xin. Xin means heart in Chinese, it is also my family name. So, when you are cooking with Xin you are cooking with my family's recipes and with love in your heart. In today's episode, I teach how to make decretive bread using up to four colors. This decorative dough will make two different styles of hearts.

This simple recipe for homemade bread is quick easy and is absent artificial coloring. Each of the four colors are made with vegetables and added to the bread dough in place of water. Cooking this bread doesn't require any unusual equipment. Nor does this bread sculpting technique require special skills, to show this we have invited my mother to the show who has never made this bread before. Come and try some today!

Bring this delicious dish to your family and share the love in your heart.

Love,

Cindy

My name is Cindy I want to welcome you to Cooking With Xin. Xin means heart in Chinese, it is also my family name. So, when you are cooking with Xin you are cooking with my family's recipes and with love in your heart. In today's episode, I teach how to make decretive bread using up to four colors. This decorative dough will make the Peony flower the king of flowers.

This simple recipe for homemade bread is quick easy and is absent artificial coloring. Each of the four colors are made with vegetables and added to the bread dough in place of water. Cooking this bread doesn't require any unusual equipment. More does this bread sculpting technique require special skills, to show this we have invited my mother to the show who has never made this bread before. Come and try some today!

Bring this delicious dish to your family and share the love in your heart.

Love,

Cindy

My name is Cindy I want to welcome you to Cooking With Xin. Xin means heart in Chinese, it is also my family name. So, when you are cooking with Xin you are cooking with my family's recipes and with love in your heart. In today's episode, I teach how to make decretive bread using up to four colors. This decorative dough will make two different flowers roses and chrysanthemums.

This simple recipe for homemade bread is quick easy and is absent artificial coloring. Each of the four colors are made with vegetables and added to the bread dough in place of water. Cooking this bread doesn't require any unusual equipment. Nor does this bread sculpting technique require special skills, to show this we have invited my mother to the show who has never made this bread before. Come and try some today!

Bring this delicious dish to your family and share the love in your heart.

Love,

Cindy