Chinese Starters Recipes

Chinese starters consist of food items that are served before the Chinese main course meal. A variety of starters are offered by Chinese cuisine. Dumplings, spring rolls and many Chinese soups are popular all over ... More »
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Chinese Mustard Greens Soup

This Chinese Mustard Greens Soup is simply fabulous ! If you are sport for a light and flavorful appetizer for your meal tonight, try out this Chinese Mustar out this soup ! This mustard greens appetizer tastes just as good with Chinese Cabbage, Swiss Chard... - 27.936

Asian Style Watercress Soup

This Watercress Soup tastes incredible ! Rich, luxurious watercress has been my favorite be it for sandwiches or for a side course and now this soup is the best of all watercress dishes that I've ever tasted ! Try out this utterly delicious Watercress soup... - 41.3089

Abalone Soup

This Abalone Soup is one of the best seafood soups that I've ever tasted ! Try out this seasnail soup tonight and tell me if you like it ! Your suggestions for this Abalone soup are welcome ! - 28.5314

Ham And Cabbage Soup

Include this absolutely irresistible Ham And Cabbage Soup in your dinner menu ! Spoonfuls of this hot Ham and Cabbage soup with a dash of salt and pepper sprinkled over makes a perfect appetizer for a winter night meal ! - 33.6699

Lotus Stem Soup

This Lotus Stem Soup is truly incredible ! Try out this Lotus Stem and jubes soup ! Did you know that this Lotus Stem Soup contains iodine which is an answer to all ytour thyroid blues ? Have you any suggestions for this lotus stem soup ? - 34.8014

Beef And Chinese Lettuce Soup

Beef And Chinese Lettuce Soup is best when prepared just before consuming. This Beef And Chinese Lettuce Soup has what it takes to sooth your palate. Happy cooking! - 30.9092

Chinese Cabbage Soup

Slice cabbage coarse, and combine with other ingredients in saucepan. Cover pot and simmer only until cabbage is done (Chinese soups are famous because most of them are cooked so quickly that the vegetables remain fresh and tasty). - 27.2016

Chinese Fried Chicken Wings

Using kitchen shears, cut off wing tips, cutting at the joint. Reserve tips for use at another time. Divide sections at joint. At center of each section, cut to the bone all the way around, then make 5 cuts lengthwise through chicken meat and skin from each... - 33.5103

Chinese Vegetarian Broth

Cooking Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add ginger, garlic, onion, and green onions and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1 1/2 hours. Strain broth, discarding... - 34.7949

Chinese Tonqua Soup

Bring water to boil, add broth mix, tonqua and ginger; simmer till tonqua is soft. - 22.1943

Chinese Beef Jerky

Cut meat in half lengthwise and slice diagonally crosswise into paper-thin strips 1 1/2 to 2 inches wide and 4 inches long. Transfer to shallow pan. Combine marinade ingredients and rub thoroughly into meat. Arrange meat on racks and let dry at cool room... - 42.9832

Chinese Noodle Soup

Preparation Soak mushrooms in warm water to cover for 30 minutes; drain. Cut off and discard stems and thinly slice caps. Set aside. Cooking In a large pot of boiling water, cook noodles according to package directions until tender but firm to the bite. Drain... - 41.5593

Chinese Noodle Soup

In Dutch oven or large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat; cook garlic and ginger, stirring, for 30 seconds or until fragrant. Pour in chicken stock; bring to boil, skimming off any foam. Break capellini into thirds and add to pan; cook for 2 to 3... - 29.0761

Fresh And Salt Pork Soup With Bamboo Shoots

This Fresh and Salt Pork Soup is one of the best pork soups that you can wish for! Let this fresh and salt pork cast its magic on you tonight before a great meal ! Give it a try and let me know if you agree with me ! - 42.3782

Cream Of Crab Soup

This Cream of Crab Soup might be just the thing you might be needing before a hearty dinner tonight ! This crab meat and scallion dinner starter can be cooked within minutes ! Just try once and I'm sure you'll want to make it over and over again ! Correct ? - 47.2247

Fried Wan Tuns

I fell for these delicious crispy Fried Wan Tuns the moment I mouthed them at a friend's dinner party ! You too will love these stuffed, boiled and deep fried pork and shrimp appetizers! Just try out these Fried Wan tuns and tell me if you like them ! - 42.3744

Classic Egg Drop Soup

This Egg Drop Soup makes a superly good appetizer ! Not only the Chnese, the Japanese, Amercans and French also savor variants of this delicious Egg Drop Soup ! A simple and easily prepared soup, just try this out and tell me if you like it ! - 28.9813

Crabmeat Soup

1. Flake and pick over crabmeat. Beat eggs lightly. Chop lettuce. Blend cornstarch and cold water to a paste. 2. Bring stock to a boil. Add salt and pepper. Stir in eggs quickly; reduce heat to medium. Add cornstarch paste and cook stirring, until soup... - 25.8913

Easy Wonton Soup

1. Prepare wontons Make egg threads Mince scallion. 2. Bring water to a boil. Add wontons and simmer, uncovered, until they float (about 5 minutes). Drain. Keep wontons warm. 3. Meanwhile bring stock to a boil. Add salt and soy sauce. 4. Place wontons at the... - 26.4726

Basic Vegetable Soup

1. Slice any of the vegetables listed below. Bring stock to a boil. 2. Add vegetables and simmer as indicated below. (When using more than one vegetable, add each according to the time indicated by its cooking requirements.) Season with salt. - 19.751

Chicken And Fuzzy Melon Soup

The fuzzy melon addition to Chicken And Fuzzy Melon Soup is a well-thought about one. The Chicken And Fuzzy Melon Soup really does have a deep taste. Try it! - 24.6752

Basic Soup With Pork

I tried out this famous Chinese cooking recipe of Basic Soup With Pork and was more than pleased with the reults This Chinese method of preparing Basic Soup With Pork turned out much more better than I expected. Make it today! - 28.3307

Chicken And Lotus Seed Soup

One well-known Chinese style soup is the Chicken And Lotus Seed Soup. Adding ham and peas gifts the Chicken And Lotus Seed Soup a heavenly taste. Enjoy eating! - 30.8831

Pork And Fuzzy Melon Soup

One of my family's favorite soups is the Pork And Fuzzy Melon Soup. The Pork And Fuzzy Melon Soup is one of the rare soups which my kids do not fuss about. Try it! - 24.1872

Matrimony Vine Soup

This Matrimony Vine Soup needs two main ingrediants-matrimony vine and pork. This is a mouth-watering recipe for Matrimony Vine Soup. Great to eat! - 27.1154

Oyster Mushroom Soup

1. Soak dried mushrooms. 2. Shell and slice oysters. Slice pork thin. Slice bamboo shoots, water chestnuts and mushrooms. Mince scallion. 3. Heat stock. Extract ginger juice (see Glossary) and add. Add mushrooms, bamboo shoots and water chestnuts. Bring... - 31.7915

Three Delicious Soup

1. Skin and bone chicken breast; then slice. Slice bamboo shoots and mushrooms. Blend cornstarch and cold stock to a paste. 2. Bring remaining stock to a boil. Add chicken and vegetables and simmer, covered, 5 minutes. 3. Stir in sherry and salt, then... - 29.9918

Cuttlefish And Lotus Root Soup

1. Separately soak dried cuttlefish and tangerine peel. 2. Peel lotus root. Cut in half lengthwise, then in 1/4 inch slices. 3. Boil water and pour over pork bones in a soup pot. Parboil 5 minutes. Drain, discarding liquid, and rinse bones under cold running... - 32.37

Celestial Soup

1. Mince scallions. Place in a deep bowl with salt, oil and soy sauce. 2. Bring water to a boil; pour over scallions, and let stand 1 to 2 minutes. - 19.7552

Basic Fish Ball Soup

1. Prepare fishballs according to recipe Mince scallion. 2. Bring stock to a boil Add salt. Lower fishballs in one at a time so they won't splash. Simmer, uncovered, 3 minutes. Add minced scallion. Simmer 1 minute more. - 20.1623

Squab Soup And Ginseng Root

1. Disjoint squabs. Cut ginger root and ginseng root in Ms inch slices. 2. Bring stock to a boil. Add squabs and sherry and simmer, covered, 20 minutes. 3. Add soy sauce, ginger and ginseng root. Simmer, covered, 45 minutes more. Season with salt. - 25.3734

Slow-cooked Mushroom Soup

1. Soak dried mushrooms; reserve soaking liquid. Cut in half if large. 2. Place mushrooms in a deep, heatproof bowl. In a saucepan, bring mushroom soaking liquid and stock to a boil. Pour over mushrooms. 3. Place bowl on a rack and steam over low heat for 1... - 20.4554

Beef And Turnip Soup

Looking out for Beef And Turnip Soup recipes? The Beef And Turnip Soup I have furnished below will interest you for sure. Try it today! - 27.4412

Ground Pork Pot Stickers

Combine pork, cabbage, onion, egg, soy sauce, salt, orange peel and hot chili oil in large bowl and mix well. To assemble: Dust waxed or parchment paper with cornstarch. Set 1 rounded teaspoon filling in center of won ton skin, pressing lightly so filling... - 41.6619

Cha Hsia

Serve up this Crispy Cha Hsia with some savory sauces as a snack or an appetizer to your guests at a party and tell me if they've enjoyed it ! Your suggestions for Cha Hsia are welcome ! - 38.6081

Fried Tripe

This Fried Tripe is one of the best Tripe appetizers that I've ever tasted ! You can also eat this fried cow stomach meat as afternoon snack if you wish to ! Tell me which way you would prefer to eat this delicious crispy brown fried tripe ! - 33.416

Shrimp Toast

This crispy shrimp toast makes my party cocoktail taste mindblowing ! I savor these crunchy fried shrimp bread with my favorite dip as an afternoon snack too ! Do make these shrimp toasts for your next big family event. Feel free to comment about this dish... - 36.7725

Whole Fish Soup

1. Have fish cleaned and left whole. Cut scallions in l inch sections. Mince ginger root. 2. Bring stock to a boil. Add fish, scallions and ginger and simmer, covered, 10 minutes. 3. Add peanut oil and salt. Simmer, covered, 10 minutes more. - 25.5842

Cantonese Stuffed Chicken Wings

To bone wings: Remove small wing tips. Cut cartilage linking 2 bones in larger portion of wing (there is 1 large and 1 small bone). Push the 2 bones out. (Save smaller wing portion—the drumette—and use for another meal.) Slice bamboo shoot into sticks the... - 39.1063

Beef And Lotus Root Soup

My kids love this Beef And Lotus Root Soup right from the bowl. You will adore this Beef And Lotus Root Soup recipe. Prepare it right away! - 28.3733

Chicken Velvet And Lettuce Soup

Chicken Velvet And Lettuce Soup is a very tasty as well as I would say a comforting soup. Healthy, tasty and nutritious - this Chicken Velvet And Lettuce Soup is all in one. Enjoy having it! - 31.5338

Vegetarian Soup

1. Cut cabbage, carrots, celery and scallion in strips. 2. Heat oil in a deep pan. Add vegetables and stir fry until they begin to soften 3. Add water, soy sauce, sherry, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer, covered, 10 minutes. - 29.3963

Meat Ball And Vermicelli Soup

Break the noodles in 2-inch lengths. Cover with boiling water and let soak 5 minutes; drain well. Mix together the cornstarch and water. Mix the pork, salt, pepper, and cornstarch mixture. Shape into walnut-size balls. Fry in hot oil until browned on all... - 42.9106

Chicken And Vermicelli Soup

1. Break peastarch noodles (vermicelli) in 3 inch lengths and soak. Sliver chicken. Mince scallion. 2. Bring stock to a boil. Add chicken and simmer, covered, 10 minutes. 3. Add vermicelli and simmer, covered, 10 minutes more. Stir in salt and soy sauce.... - 25.832

Pork And Seaweed Soup

The Pork And Seaweed Soup is especially good for those with heart problem, as seaweed forms a major ingrediant. Make a tangy change to your regular soups with this Pork And Seaweed Soup recipe.Enjoy! - 31.4821

Fried Pork Balls

These Fried Pork Balls taste incredible ! Dish out these crispy meatballs as a snack with savory sauces or as appetizers rubbed with salt and pepper ! Tell me if you like them ! Your suggestions for these Fried Pork balls are welcome ! - 32.6359

Hot Sour Soup

A hot sour soup is a simple, delicious, hot and refreshing soup. And the fact which makes me exalted is the fact that my kids love this hot sour soup. Truly tasty! - 36.154

Chicken Velvet And Corn Soup

I am still not sure of where the secret of my Chicken Velvet And Corn Soup lies. This Chicken Velvet And Corn Soup gets awesome and better each time I try it. Let me know if you discover the secret! - 32.8578

Ten Precious Soup

1. Soak beche de mer. 2. Shell and devein shrimp; cut in half if large. Slice fish fillet against the grain. Shred bamboo shoots and beche de mer. Mince scallion stalk. Blend cornstarch and stock to a paste. 3. Heat oil very hot and stir fry shrimp and bamboo... - 32.6862

Pork And Water Cress Soup

Many have told me that this Pork And Water Cress Soup recipe of mine is on par with the Pork And Water Cress Soup they get at the best non-vegetarian restaurants. Enjoy my Pork and Watercress soup! Worth your time! - 28.5705

Crab & Pea Pod Pita

Combine all crab mixture ingredients in large bowl. Combine all dressing ingredients in small bowl; toss with crab mixture. Line pita pockets with lettuce leaf. Place 1 piece cheese in each pita pocket. Fill with 1/2 cup salad mixture. - 32.8188

Pork And Winter Melon Soup

My family of pork lovers fell head over heels in love with this Pork and Winter Melon Soup. What I would say is that you need not necessarily be a pork lover to like this Pork And Winter Melon Soup. It has all what it takes to make a perfect soup! - 31.4918

Phoenix-tail Shrimps

Crispy golden brown Phoenix Tail Shimp served with an irresistible savory dip is what you newed when you return home from work in the evening ! Ask your dear one to prepare these Phoenix -Tail Shrimps for you by the time you return home this evening and... - 38.22

Fried Shrimps In Batter

These Fried Shrimps in Batter are simply awesome ! Bite into a piece of this crispy golden brown batter-coted shrimp appetizer with your party cocktails dipped in your favorite savory sauces ! Please do come up with suggestions for these Fried Shrimp if you... - 32.7042

Shrimp Balls

These Shimp Balls are a rage ! Fry this crustacean to a delicious goldren brown color and just devour it up as a snack or an appetizer ! Start off right away ! Tell me if you like these amazing Shrimp Balls - 42.7574

Siu Mai Steamed Meat Dumplings

Combine all ingredients except won ton skins and Soy-Sesame Dip in large bowl and blend well. With scissors, trim corners from skins to make circles. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of mixture into center of circle, gather up sides and let dough "pleat"... - 38.7899

Chicken Rice Soup

This Chicken Rice Soup is different from the usual fares. Try out this seasoned chicken and rice appetizer for your met meal. Your suggestions for this Chicken Rice Soup are welcome ! - 34.1548

Fish Balls

Filet fish, but retain the heads and vertebrae. Salt the fish and refrigerate while you make the stock. Combine the fish heads and vertebrae with 2 chopped onions, a little salt and pepper, and cover with water. Bring stock to a boil and simmer gently for... - 36.1805

Pork Wonton Soup

Preparation Combine filling ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. To fill each wonton, place 1 heaping teaspoon of filling in center of a wonton wrapper; keep remaining wrappers covered to prevent drying. Brush edges of wrapper lightly with egg... - 37.6412

Chinese Soup

Chinese Soup is an exquisite Chinese soup that I often serve as a starter for an elaborate dinner at home. This soup is both filling and tasty. Try the Chinese Soup! - 23.8137

Chinese Fried Prawn

A delicious starter to a Chinese meal. - 38.1618

Peas And Egg Soup

To the soup add the peas and mushrooms. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat and pour the eggs on top of the soup. Wait for a moment, and then stir. Season with soy, salt, and the sesame oil. - 34.5196

Bean Curd Appetizer

1. Slice the tofu and arrange it on a small plate or dish. 2. Combine the tamari and oil and pour over the tofu. Sprinkle with the cilantro, scallion, and pepper to taste. Chill. - 22.246

Hakka Bean Curd Soup

Preparation Place all the filling ingredients except cilantro in a food processor. Process mixture until smooth; remove to a bowl. Stir in chopped cilantro. (Or finely minced fish and shrimp with a cleaver and combine with remaining filling ingredients.)... - 41.0489

Fish And Vegetable Soup

Wash the mushrooms and soak in the water 20 minutes. Drain, reserving the water. Slice the mushrooms. Cut the fish in narrow slices. Bring the dashi, OR the broth and clam juice and the mushroom water to a boil; add the fish and mushrooms and cook over low... - 36.9742

Salad Kensington

Blanch peas or beans in boiling salted water over medium-high heat until crisp-tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain. Transfer to medium bowl, cover and refrigerate. To serve, combine watercress, peas and melon in large salad bowl and toss lightly. Add dressing and... - 30.2712

Triple Mushroom Soup

Preparation Soak black mushrooms in warm water to cover for 30 minutes; drain. Cut off and discard stems and thinly slice caps. Set aside. Cooking Melt butter in a 3-quart pan over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 2 minutes or until soft. Add black... - 41.8707

Chicken And Bitter Melon Soup

Stir Bitter melon into Chicken soup and the result is this wonderful Chicken And Bitter Melon Soup. If you are looking out for a great chinese style soup, look no further than this Chicken And Bitter Melon Soup. Our family loves it and hope you do too! - 33.8067

Stuffed Snow Peas

Trim ends from pea pods. In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups lightly salted water to a boil. Carefully lower trimmed pea pods into boiling water. Simmer over medium heat about 1 minute until crisp-tender; drain. Immediately immerse pods in cold water. Drain... - 34.5184

Hot And Sour Soup

Ideal as a starter in a Thai meal. Not very filling, but a great appetizer. Very quick and easy to prepare. The tom yum paste is hot, so try the soup before adding the chile and decide if any extra heat is required. Do not attempt if you do not have fresh... - 40.3392

Sizzling Rice Hot And Sour Soup

Preparation Soak mushrooms in warm water to cover for 30 minutes; drain. Cut off and discard stems and thinly slice caps. Set aside. Cooking Bring broth to a boil over medium-high heat in a large pot. Add chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3... - 40.224

Thai Shrimp Burgers

This Asian-inspired burger is seasoned with fresh ginger, jalapeno pepper, cilantro, and peanut sauce. Serve in a pita with peanut-flavored slaw mix. - 40.2823

Shrimp Egg And Cabbage Rolls

The day before assembling egg rolls, cook cabbage in boiling salted water for 30 seconds. Transfer to colander and run under cold water until cabbage is cold to the touch. Drain. Wrap in towels to absorb as much moisture as possible, changing towels as they... - 39.3751

Pancakes With Seven Fillings And Sauce

For pancakes: Sift flour and salt into mixing bowl. Combine eggs, milk and water. Add to dry ingredients and beat until smooth. Cover lightly and let stand at room temperature 1 hour. For mushrooms: Drain mushrooms and squeeze dry, reserving 1/2 cup... - 37.3553

Egg And Ham Dumplings

Egg And Ham Dumplings are simply delicious. I have made them for all the birthday parties we have had at home. They are a great snack and can be used as a starter also. Try the Egg And Ham Dumplings, your kids will love it. - 23.9998

Chilli Garlic Dip

MAKING 1. In a medium sized bowl, combine all the ingredients and mix well using a spoon. SERVING 2. Transfer on to dip bowl and serve with fried starters or momos. - 22.8415

Quick Plum Dip

MAKING 1. In a medium sized bowl, combine all the ingredients and mix well using a spoon. SERVING 2. Transfer on to dip bowl and serve with fried starters or momos. - 25.9836

Marinated Cucumber

Wash the cucumber, quarter lengthwise and discard seeds. Cut flesh into matchstick pieces and put in a bowl. Heat cooking oil and stir fry the garlic for a few seconds until it turns golden. Pour over the cucumber and mix in remaining ingredients. Chill and... - 32.2089

Cha-yip Dahn (tea Eggs)

Boil eggs gently for 7 minutes in a saucepan. Cool the eggs keeping them under running water for 5 minutes. Lightly crack each egg shell by rolling on a hard surface. The shell should be cracked all over but not removed. Boil 4 cups of water in a pan, add tea... - 32.3245

Cha Yip Dahn Tea Eggs

Boil eggs gently for 7 minutes in a saucepan. Cool the eggs keeping them under running water for 5 minutes. Lightly crack each egg shell by rolling on a hard surface. The shell should be cracked all over but not removed. Boil 4 cups of water in a pan, add tea... - 35.0984

Prawn (shrimp) And Egg Flower Soup

Prawn (Shrimp) And Egg Flower Soup is and exquiste chinese soup that I often serve as a starter for an elaborate dinner at home. This soup is both filling and tasty. Try the Prawn (Shrimp) And Egg Flower Soup on a that you feel like cooking a delicious and... - 38.2028

Sweet Corn Soup

: I love this Sweet Corn Soup Recipe. I try this recipe whenever friends visit my home. Sweet Corn Soup is a very popular Chinese soup. It is generally taken during lunch or dinner as a starter. You should try this Sweet Corn Soup Recipe. - 35.7431

Mushroom Soup

Mushroom Soup is a tasty and light soup.The mellow flavors of this soup is very tempting. The Mushroom Soup is a perfect starter and I always start a holiday dinner, be it Christmas or Thanksgiving with this simple soup. - 29.2076

Sweet And Sour Chicken Drumsticks

Sweet And Sour Chicken Drumsticks can be cooked easily and can be used as starters or served with rice. At home they serve the purpose of starters as my family can never wait for the rest of the dishes to arrive before they gobble this down. The Sweet And... - 44.873

Basic Egg Rolls

Egg Rolls is extremely delicious and easy to make. I use this as a starter for dinner parties and sometimes as a treat for my children I make it as a snack! This is an easy Egg Rolls recipe, you just have to try it. - 24.036

Chicken, Ham And Mushroom Soup

Chicken, Ham And Mushroom Soup is a filling and delicious soup. At home we often have the soup alone for dinner. You can also serve Chicken, Ham And Mushroom Soup as a starter for your grand dinner party. - 39.5636

Bean Curd Soup

Start your dinner with this very appetizing bean curd soup tonight ! This pork and bean curd starter is very appetizing ! Your suggestions for this Bean curd Soup are eagerly awaited ! - 34.2538

Winter Melon Soup

This Winter melon Soup is a terrific meal starter !Try this chicken, mushroom and winter melon appetizer and tell me if you've enjoyed it ! Your suggestions for this winter melon soup are welcome ! - 43.9743

Oriental Firepot

Oriental Firepot is a unique dish that is a meal in itself. You can serve this wonderful dish at home for a grand dinner. I made this for my husband for our anniversary dinner and he loved it! Try the Oriental Firepot for yourself! - 43.6954

Gobi Manchurian

Gobi Manchurian is an all time favourite Indo-Chinese Starter/Appetizer. It's relished by everyone I have come across. A spicy, sour appetizer that leaves you wanting for more! - 38.6972

Carrot Sprout Slaw

This Carrot Sprout Slaw works as a wonderful dinner starter. Try out the Carrot Sprout Slaw tonight and see how it sets your mood for a wonderful dinner and tell me how you've liked it! - 32.7252

Cauliflower Manchurian In Fusion Style

Those fond of Indo-Chinese recipes will love this dish. Gobi Manchurian is made in Indian and Chinese style, which means both the type of spices are used. Manchurian is one of the famous starters in India. It is delicious and tastes spicy. Do check out the... - 136.801

Khao Soy (ข้าวซอย)

This creamy chicken coconut milk curry with egg noodles is the epitome of comfort food. It is the perfect bowl on a cold Winter night! - 52.9077

Khao Tom (thai Rice Soup)

This flavourful bowl of rice soup with minced pork meatballs is the perfect day starter. Customize with your own choice of condiments ranging from preserved eggs to pickled radish and of course plenty of Thai chiles in fish sauce (nam pla phrik). - 50.1156

Pork Chop

I had tried many pork chop recipes in the past but never liked any. This is probably the only pork chop recipe that I like, so am sharing it here. Hope you guys like it. - 36.7619

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