Author: Patrick Kong

Sides & Condiments

10-Minute Chili-Garlic Sauce (Bold, Spicy, and Umami-Rich)

Looking for a punchy, flavorful condiment that comes together in minutes and elevates everything from noodles to dumplings to stir-fried greens? This 10-minute chili garlic sauce is your answer. Loaded with garlic, bird’s eye chilies, Shaoxing wine, and a surprise hit of umami from dried shiitake mushroom, this sauce packs […]

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A Guide to Raw Fish Dishes (With a Recipe!)

Everyone should know how to make at least one great raw fish dish. When I was working in restaurants, raw fish appetizers were always some of the most exciting dishes to create. There’s endless room to experiment with flavors, textures, and plating, and I believe it’s one of the clearest […]

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Miso Honey Butter Roast Chicken

A perfectly roasted chicken is one of the ultimate kitchen flexes. It’s simple, it’s soulful, and it makes you look like a rockstar whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just prepping meals for the week. This Honey Miso Butter Roast Chicken takes things up a notch. It’s sweet, salty, […]