Healthy Cantonese Cookbook: 50 Authentic Recipes for Easy, Nutritious Meals From a Seattle Chef & Modern Meals Book

Discover Healthy Cantonese Cooking with Mei-Ling Chan’s Flavorful Recipes!Healthy Cantonese Cookbook: 50 Authentic Recipes for Easy, Nutritious Meals from a Seattle ChefEmbark on a culinary journey to the heart of Cantonese cuisine with Healthy Cantonese Cookbook: 50 Authentic Recipes for Easy, Nutritious Meals from a Seattle Chef by Mei-Ling Chan. This vibrant cookbook brings the fresh, balanced flavors of Guangdong to your kitchen, reimagined with a modern, health-conscious twist. Perfect for home cooks, food enthusiasts, and anyone craving authentic Asian dishes, this book is your guide to creating delicious, wholesome Cantonese meals with ingredients you can find in the US.Why You’ll Love This Cookbook50 Nutritious Recipes: From delicate dim sum to hearty clay pot meals, enjoy a diverse collection of dishes, including Steamed Shrimp Har Gow, Winter Melon Soup with Goji Berries, Stir-Fried Gai Lan with Garlic, and Honey-Glazed Char Siu. Each recipe is crafted to be low in sodium, oil, and sugar, using lean proteins and whole grains for guilt-free indulgence.Authentic Cantonese Flavors: Mei-Ling, a fictitious Cantonese immigrant turned Seattle chef, shares her family’s time-honored recipes, infused with cultural stories that bring Guangdong’s traditions to life. Learn the art of steaming, stir-frying, and braising, rooted in the Cantonese philosophy of balance (yin and yang).Beginner-Friendly: Whether you’re new to Asian cooking or a seasoned chef, clear instructions, US-sourced ingredient tips, and substitutions make every recipe approachable. Stock your pantry with essentials like low-sodium soy sauce and ginger, and dive into Cantonese cooking with confidence.Healthy and Versatile: With vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and low-carb options, this cookbook caters to diverse dietary needs. Nutritional facts for each recipe help you make informed choices, while vibrant vegetables and lean proteins ensure every dish is as nourishing as it is delicious.Cultural Immersion: Each recipe includes a unique fact about Cantonese culture, from the symbolism of lotus leaves to the communal joy of dim sum. Mei-Ling’s personal anecdotes—her journey from Guangdong to Seattle, catering for families, and hosting pop-up dinners—add warmth and authenticity.What’s InsideIntroduction: Meet Mei-Ling and discover her story of bringing Cantonese cuisine to Seattle, plus an overview of Cantonese cooking’s health benefits and how to use the book.Pantry and Cooking Basics: Learn essential ingredients, tools (like woks and bamboo steamers), and techniques, with tips for sourcing in the US and healthy swaps.Breakfast and Dim Sum (10 Recipes): Start your day with Steamed Turnip Cake, Black Sesame Soup, or Low-Sugar Egg Custard Tarts, perfect for brunches or snacks.Soups and Broths (10 Recipes): Warm up with Chicken and Ginseng Broth, Lotus Root and Peanut Soup, or Tomato Egg Drop Soup, designed to nourish and heal.Vegetables and Tofu (10 Recipes): Enjoy plant-based delights like Braised Eggplant with Fermented Black Beans or Steamed Silken Tofu, showcasing Cantonese vegetable mastery.Seafood, Meat, and Poultry (10 Recipes): Savor Steamed Fish with Ginger, Black Pepper Beef, or Poached Hainanese Chicken, highlighting lean proteins and bold flavors.Rice, Noodles, and One-Pot Meals (10 Recipes): Dig into Vegetable Fried Rice, Cantonese Beef Chow Fun, or Clay Pot Eggplant and Chicken, perfect for hearty, balanced meals.Meal Planning and Tips: Get weekly menus, batch-cooking advice, and dietary adaptations for easy, healthy Cantonese meals.Cultural Reflections: Dive into Mei-Ling’s Seattle journey and the communal spirit of Cantonese dining, inspiring you to share meals with loved ones.Resources: A glossary, sourcing guide, and measurement conversions make cooking a breeze.