Delicious Taiwanese Cuisine (Easy Eating): Easy Eating

Author: Shi Jianfa
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Publish Date: 2004-03-01
Features: It seems natural and effortless to enter the culinary world. Growing up watching my mother, who always enthusiastically pickled and stewed in large and small jars and pots, creating a lively atmosphere, I found it fascinating just by observing from the sidelines. By the age of 8, I was constantly running in and out of the small snack shop we had at home, and cooking always held more appeal to me than books. Although I can cook many dishes, my specialty and favorite remains Taiwanese cuisine. I believe that Taiwanese New Year's Eve dishes are perfect for family and friends gathering together. Many of them are even better the second time around, improving with each stew. And some hot pot broths are versatile—when guests visit, adding more ingredients transforms them into a larger pot. This reminds me every year during the Lunar New Year how our home seems to host an endless stream of feasts. Many of these dishes are delicious, flavorful, and easy to prepare, perhaps you've just forgotten one key trick or step. Let me share some insights and experiences I have with Taiwanese cuisine here. I hope these 23 delicious and easy-to-make dishes will awaken your taste buds and bring back fond memories.