Chinese Feast for the Lunar Year

Chinese Feast a Dragon Barbecues Chicken
Chinese Feast a Dragon Barbecues Chicken

For this Chinese Feast, the fire-breathing Golden Dragon is trying to be helpful. It is saving energy by using his fire to barbecue these chickens. It’s an AI image, but I think it’s fun. I would love to have a dragon cooking my dinner!

Dragons have always fascinated me. They are my favorite mythical creature. Dragons appear in some form in every culture in the world. They are stately creatures.

For the Chinese, dragons are not merely mythical creatures but embodiments of cosmic forces, guardians of the celestial order. They are revered for their benevolence and wisdom. Their presence is believed to bring good fortune and prosperity to all who encounter them. With their fierce yet noble demeanor, dragons inspire awe and reverence, commanding respect and admiration wherever they go.

The Year of the Dragon

The Year of the Dragon comes every twelve years and always comes in a Leap Year. For those born in 1964 and 2024 are born in the year of the Wood Dragon.

“Wood Dragons are intelligent, attractive, and usually well-loved. They’re blessed with the ability to make good use of their environment and have an intuitive sense of timing, so success will not be difficult to attain.
They’re very popular and move in different social circles, but because of their fiery temper, Wood Dragons may not be as lucky or auspicious in their intimate relationships. In finances, Wood Dragons’ fortunes often come enviably quickly.”

chinesenewyear.net

In the realm of ancient Chinese mythology, dragons reign supreme as symbols of power, wisdom, and good fortune. Among these majestic creatures, none are as revered as the fire-breathing golden dragon. Its luminous scales shimmer with the promise of prosperity and protection. As it soars through the heavens with graceful majesty, the golden dragon embodies the essence of celestial guardianship. Its fiery breath ignites the sky with bursts of radiant light.

The Lunar Year

The Lunar New Year is also known as the Spring Festival or Chinese New Year. It is a time of vibrant celebrations and feasting. In addition to the Golden Dragon Wings, here are some recipes we hope you will enjoy in your Chinese Feast.

Chinese Feast Recipes

Beef

Braised Asian Beef Short Ribs
Asian Beef short ribs are easy to make in your Instant Pot and Dutch oven in about an hour Enjoy them with rice and your favorite vegetables.
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Asian Beef Short Ribs

Chicken

Chinese BBQ Cornish Hen
Indulge your taste buds in an exotic culinary journey with Chinese BBQ Cornish Hen prepared to perfection in the air fryer.
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Chinese BBQ Cornish Hen
Chinese BBQ Wings
Chinese BBQ chicken wings is finger-licking goodness with the complex taste of Hoisin sauce for your Asian feast.
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Chinese Bbq Chicken Wings
Kung Pao Chicken – Boswell Version
Try this simple Kung Pao Chicken and make it yours!
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Kung Pao Chicken

Pork

Chinese Pork Roast
Barbecued Chinese Roast Pork is easy to make in your oven and features Asian flavors.
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Barbecued Chinese Roast Pork
Szechuan Orange Pork Loin Roast
Szechuan Orange Pork Loin Roast is spicy, tender, and moist. It’s very easy to prepare and makes a great presentation. It will be the star of your Chinese-inspired meal.
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Szechuan Orange  Pork Loin Roast

Shrimp

Shrimp Stuffed Fried Wontons
Make these fried shrimp stuffed wontons as part of a Chinese feast.
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Spicy Shrimp Stir-fry
Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry is an explosion of flavors that captivate your taste buds. This easy recipe showcases the art of balance, harmonizing fiery spices with the natural sweetness of shrimp.
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Spicy Shrimp Stir-fry

Sides

Asian Noodles with Broccoli
These sesame noodles are great with just about everything.
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Asian Noodles with Broccoli
Same Day Fried Rice
Don't have leftover rice or day-old rice? No problem – use this method instead. A great way to use up little bits of leftovers.
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Same-Day Fried Rice

Vegetables

Asian Coleslaw
Asian Coleslaw has vibrant flavors and nutritional benefits. It's a simple yet satisfying dish bursting with freshness and crunch.
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Asian Coleslaw Served
Brussels Sprouts Stir-Fry
Brussels Sprouts Stir-Fry is packed with flavor and nutrients and will make even the pickiest eaters fall in love with these mini cabbages.
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Brussels sprouts stir-fry
Szechuan Green Beans
Szechuan Green Beans were featured at Harvest Inn in Glendale, now, sadly closed, but the recipe still lives in my kitchen.
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Szechuan Green Beans

Sweets

Apple Stuffed Wontons with Spiced Ice Cream
This was enough for a dozen wontons, and I still have apple stuffing left.
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Apple Wontons
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