168 Better Than Takeout Chinese Recipes – A Cookbook
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I’m Mandy Fu, a passionate home cook and a social media influencer (Souped Up Recipes) with 3 million followers worldwide, on a mission to share the joy of cooking and rich flavors of Chinese foodwith you. As I penned the recipes for this cookbook, I found myself confronted with a daunting task. China, with its vast territory, large population, diverse ethnic groups, and millennia-old history, boasts an astonishingly rich culinary heritage. The term “Chinese food” encompasses an infinite spectrum of flavors and traditions, making it a challenge to create a single volume that does justice to the breadth and depth of Chinese cuisine.
While I sifted through my recipes on my social media pages, I knew I had to cover all of those popular takeout dishes like Chicken Fried Rice, Mongolian Beef, Pepper Steak, Sesame Chicken, Sweet and Sour Pork, Chop Suey, Chicken Lo Mein, and more. These dishes have proven their status as beloved Chinese food by millions of audiences from all over the world. Their simplicity and affordability make them perfect for home cooking, offering a chance for everyone to cook better than takeout right in their own kitchens.
Inspired by my childhood memories and the timeless cooking wisdom imparted by my parents and relatives, I’ve endeavored to include staple family meals passed down through generations, such as Beef and Broccoli, Cantonese Steamed Fish, Sweet and Sour Ribs, and Chicken Mushroom Congee. These recipes are emblematic of easy and homestyle cooking and have stood the test of time. With them, you’ll be able to savor the local meals like a native Chinese.
Delving into the culinary treasures of China and reminiscing about my travels, I’ve curated various regional specialties that spotlight the diverse and vibrant flavors found across every province of this country. From the Beijing Doorknob Dumplings to Sichuan Mapo Tofu, you will see the spirit of Chinese cuisine deeply rooted in this broad land and shining with enthusiasm through time. From the tantalizing Shaanxi Beef Burger Rou Jia Mo to the hearty Yunan Herb Braised Beef Soup, you will appreciate the abundance and inclusiveness of the food culture in each ethnicity and region. From flavorful Hong Kong Beef Curry to Shanghai Crispy Breaded Pork Chop, you will experience the beauty of fusion foods, which were drawn upon their traditions and colonial history and then evolved into such delicious delicacies. Every dish is carefully selected to offer a taste of its unique locality and rich culture that makes Chinese cuisine so captivating.
I also included some challenging recipes, such as Cantonese Roasted Duck, Char Siu Pork Buns, Taro Puff Dumplings, Aromatic Chicken Wonton Soup, Sticky Rice Dumplings Wrapped in Lotus Leaf, Yibin Flaming Noodles, and more. These dishes require patience and dedication to master. Besides clear instructions, I explained the reasons behind the methods, illustrated common pitfalls, and offered tips to help you achieve restaurant-quality results. My ultimate goal is for you to experience the same satisfaction and pride when replicating a dish you encounter in any Chinese restaurant and then impress your family and friends.
In essence, this cookbook, with 168 carefully selected recipes, is a humble attempt to capture a glimpse of the wondrous Chinese cuisine. Each recipe is accompanied by a demo video and detailed step-by-step photos, making this book your ultimate guide to cooking authentic and delicious Chinese food. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned chef, you’ll find valuable insights and secret tips to enhance your cooking experience, as well as heartwarming stories to bring more love and happiness to every meal.
Publisher : Souped Up Recipes (October 9, 2024)
Hardcover : 424 pages
ISBN-10 : 1962986470
ISBN-13 : 978-1962986472
Item Weight : 3.48 pounds
Dimensions : 8.86 x 11.41 x 1.02 inches
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Customers find this cookbook helpful for making delicious Chinese meals, with well-written instructions and detailed photos. The book includes numerous tips and QR codes linking to video walk-throughs of each recipe. Customers appreciate the authentic Chinese dishes and consider it worth the price, with one noting it saves money on Chinese takeout.
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K. Fritts –
Wow! This Book I AMAZING!
I bought this book because I had been following Souped Up Recipes on YouTube for quite a while and enjoyed Mandyâs enthusiasm and the look of the recipes. However, I had never felt like I had quite enough confidence to go out and find the right ingredients, nor actually try making anything just from watching a video. I actually bought the book as a way of supporting Mandy and thought that I might try to cook something with it written down.
Well, I have to say that I am stunned by the amount of work that went into making this book!!! The pictures are great, the descriptions are great, the index is great. AND, if I want to watch the video to see a technique I just scan the QR code included with the recipe! Not only that, there is a complete section on ingredients and possible substitutes! I was able to go to an Asian market with pictures of some ingredients that had no English written on them and actually know what I was buying!!! I was also able to order a few off of Amazon that I couldnât find locally. Iâve made some of the recipes and so far they have tasted great, but I have to admit that a couple havenât been as pretty as the pictures in the book. Iâll have to keep practicing. Thanks for all your hard work in putting this book together, Mandy!
George Noland –
A cookbook on a different level…
This has to be the most organized and user friendly cookbook that I have ever seen. I was tempted by the rave reviews to purchase it and I can not be more happy. It is designed and formatted in a very unique way and is 100% user friendly. It comes with loads of photo’s , a QR code on each recipe page that links to her specific how to video on You Tube. There are also many noteworthy tips and a ton of shared knowledge that we seldom find available in other platforms.
I am a seasoned cook of many disciplines and this book is a must have for anyone wishing to dive into making Chinese cuisine …..I am soooooooo impressed
Maverick –
Fabulous Mandy, fabulous book
This a great piece of work into which Mandy has put her whole heart. I discovered her through her YouTube videos and quickly became a fan. Despite being a passionate home cook (French and Italian cuisine) whoâs been living in Asia for more than thirty years I had so far been shy of trying my hands at Chinese cuisine. The enthusiasm that Mandy puts into her cooking did a great job helping me put embarrassment aside and get cleavers and steaming baskets out. Mandy does not just deliver recipes like a boring teacher, seeing her followers succeed is very much at the centre of her preoccupation and she gives numerous tips some of which have been learnt the hard way through her own occasional kitchen failures which she honestly admits. The book is full of great step-by-step pictures and is a very pleasant read. I actually bought two, one for each of my kitchen in Singapore and Bangkok. With no fewer than 168 detailed recipes, this is a great deal too! Canât wait for a kindle version. Thanks for everything Mandy, keep up the great work as well as your vibrant personality.
BettyGee –
Only Chinese Cookbook You Could Ever Need
I love Chinese cuisine and the money I’ve spent on cookbooks over the years is really ridiculous when this book is head and shoulders above anything I’ve collected over the last forty plus years. Clear instructions, beautiful pictures, love the background information about the ingredients and as a plus the author has injected a bit of humor which just makes this book all the more terrific. Wish I had bought this one when it was first released, but now I have it and I’m loving every minute of all of the fantastic dishes. Value for the money? Definitely yes!
Eos –
A love letter to the world
This book is simply amazing. I’ve adored Mandy from her first video and was happy to see she’d released a book, but the quality of this was far above my expectations. It’s full of gorgeous photography, clear instructions and even QR code links to the video walk throughs of the most popular dishes so you can see the process for yourself. You can really tell she put her heart and soul into this rather than just copy/pasting her already published works into book form.
Absolutely recommend for anyone who loves Asian food and wants to be able to make their own.
Brooke –
Best cookbook ever
I have never gone out of my way to write a review for anything, but I had to share my love for this item! I’ve been watching Mandy’s videos for a long time, so when she announced this cookbook I was ecstatic! Let’s just say I heavily hinted to my husband that this would be a good Christmas gift. I have yet to cook a recipe from this cookbook that I don’t like. I have used about 7 recipes from the book so far (with plans to try them all) since I got it and they did not disappoint! My husband still talks about how good last weeks dinner was! I can’t say how much I love this book. It’s informative, thorough, and gives plenty of options for beginners to advanced cooks. I’ve been eating more vegetables and well balanced meals. I’ve been thinking about getting a copy for my brother who loves authentic food. If you’re on the fence about buying this book, don’t be, buy it and you won’t regret it.
michele Dehaan –
Easy recipes
Great recipes that are easy to make.
Karo25 –
Would recommend 100%
A beautiful cookbook. Very well laid out, easy to follow. So informative with history, product information, and additional resources that can help in getting the recipes just right. Would recommend 100%.
Robyn Beltrametti –
Along with her wok, is this amazing easy to follow cookbook! Arranged in order of meats, so you don’t have to keep searching thru the whole book if you want to make something with beef…its under “Beef Recipes” Being also able to scan each recipe is a great plus, so you can watch her make it on Youtube before trying it out! You can tell its very well laid out and a lot of work gone into the making of…..
Regene –
I feel that Mandy is very passionate and sincere in sharing her cooking to her readers. You can tell from how detailed she is from her writings and the good quality photos. The recipes in this book are good and quite complete for Chinese cooking, highly recommend.
JGB –
This has to be THE BOOK OF CHINESE COOKING.
in my opinion nothing comes close.
Iâve spent many years going to China and my wife comes from Shanghai
I know Chinese culture and cooking.
This book is amazing, it changes the rules on cook books. She is teaching you how to create the recipes you enjoy from restaurants.
Every recipe is laid out in amazing detail particularly the construction of the sauces.
But the thing that makes this book so good is there is a QR code for each recipe which means you can watch Mandy in a video actually cooking the recipe.
That is the game changer.
She also has sections on Chinese/asian supermarkets and what to buy.
Again backed up with a video tour.
I really canât recommend this book enough.
I have followed her cooking on u tube and she has always impressed and inspired me.
I am just a customer who bought this book via amazon.
Itâs expensive but I can assure you itâs worth every penny.
Client d’Amazon –
Je suis abonné à sa chaîne YouTube « Souped up » depuis très longtemps, elle propose de très bonne recettes bien expliqué bien sûr dans le livre câest plus détaillé ; des textes illustrés pour nous aider. Le livre est complet et un très beau cadeau à offrir, et à sâoffrir !
Je suis très contente et ravi à la fois
Merci !!
LINDA –
This is a very good cookbook. It is filled with great recipes with easy to follow instructions. I highly recommend this item.