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1. Shard Calculation

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Calculated Shard: 134 (from laksa180)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa134.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://huangkitchen.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://huangkitchen.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/","crawl_time":1774896155,"first_indexed_time":1722416349,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,huangkitchen!\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/ s443","src_root_hash":"3552815595024929534","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Chinese New Year Recipes 农历新年食谱 | Huang Kitchen","meta_descriptions":["Planning your Chinese New Year reunion dinner? Explore traditional Malaysian CNY recipes including seafood dishes, pineapple tarts, nian gao and festive desserts for 2026 celebrations."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Chinese New Year is a time for reunion dinners, festive snacks and meaningful dishes shared with family. If you’re planning your CNY reunion dinner menu, this curated collection of traditional Malaysian Chinese recipes will help you prepare with confidence.\nFrom auspicious seafood dishes and comforting braised mains to pineapple tarts, nian gao and festive huat kueh, these recipes are perfect for Lunar New Year celebrations, open house gatherings and visiting relatives.\nWhether you are cooking for a small family reunion or hosting a larger festive table, you’ll find easy, authentic CNY dishes here.\n📌 Save this page as your complete Chinese New Year menu guide for 2026. 🧧\nLast updated: February 2026\n🏮 Easy Chinese New Year Menu Combinations\nNot sure what to cook this year? Here are practical reunion dinner combinations using recipes from this collection.\n🧧 Simple Family Reunion Dinner\nChinese Steamed Chicken With Dried Shiitake Mushroom 香菇木耳蒸鸡\nStir Fry Chinese Long Bean With Pork Belly 长豆炒五花肉\nLotus Root Soup With Peanuts 花生莲藕汤\nHakka Braised Pork Belly 客家炸肉\nComforting, traditional and easy to prepare.\n🦐 Prosperity Seafood Table\nButter Prawns With Egg Floss 蛋丝奶油虾\nImitation Shark Fin Soup 碗仔翅 \/ 鱼翅汤\nBraised Shiitake Mushrooms With Broccoli 焖香菇西兰花\nYam Abacus Seeds 芋头算盘子\nSeafood symbolises surplus and prosperity.\n🍍 Festive Tea-Time & Open House\nClassic Rose Pineapple Tarts\nSteamed Pumpkin Huat Kueh\nSweet Glutinous Rice Balls Tang Yuan\nPrepare ahead and serve with tea.\nQuick Jump (CNY Menu Ideas):\nCookies & Snacks\nCakes & Buns\nReunion Dinner Dishes\nNian Gao (New Year Cake)\nAuspicious Soups\nTraditional Desserts\nClassic Chinese New Year Cookies & Snacks\nChinese New Year snacks are perfect for gifting, visiting relatives, and tea-time during the festive season. Here are classic homemade cookies and traditional snacks, including pineapple tarts and crunchy favourites.\nChinese New Year Cakes and Buns\nThese festive cakes and buns are soft, fluffy, and symbolic — great for celebrations and family gatherings. You’ll find steamed huat kueh, bao, and traditional kuih-style recipes.\nReunion Table Dinner Ideas\nPlanning reunion dinner? These family-style dishes are hearty, shareable, and perfect with steamed rice. Choose a mix of seafood, vegetables, and one “showstopper” dish for a complete table.\nNian Gao (Chinese New Year Cake 年糕)\nNian Gao is one of the most iconic Chinese New Year foods. Here are popular ways to enjoy it — steamed, fried, and festive variations that are easy to make at home.\nAuspicious Soups & Prosperity Dishes (好意头汤品)\nWarm, comforting soups are often served during Chinese New Year as symbols of abundance and good fortune. These classic recipes are great for reunion dinners and family meals.\nTraditional Chinese New Year Desserts (甜品)\nEnd your meal with nostalgic desserts loved across generations — sweet, comforting and perfect for festive gatherings.\nFrequently Asked Questions About Chinese New Year Cooking\nWhat dishes are traditionally served during Chinese New Year?\nCommon CNY reunion dinner dishes include braised chicken, steamed fish, prawns, mushrooms, lotus root soup, pineapple tarts and nian gao.\nHow early should I prepare Chinese New Year food?\nCookies and pineapple tarts can be made as early as 1–2 weeks ahead. To avoid rush, ingredients for reunion dinner dishes can be prepared 1–2 days before serving.\nWhat is a simple CNY reunion dinner menu?\nA balanced and festive menu includes:\n• One meat dish\n• One seafood dish\n• One vegetable dish\n• One soup\n• Festive dessert with auspicious meaning","attrs_markdown":"Popular Recipe\n\n[Ayam Goreng Berempah (Malay Spiced Fried Chicken)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/ayam-goreng-berempah\/)\n\n[Chinese Steamed Egg 蒸水蛋](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-steamed-egg\/)\n\n[Spiral Curry Puffs (Karipap Pusing 螺旋咖喱角)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/spiral-curry-puffs-karipap-pusing\/)\n\n[Nasi Lemak (Coconut Milk Rice) 椰浆饭](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/nasi-lemak-coconut-milk-rice\/)\n\n[Tom Yam Fried Bee Hoon (Rice Vermicelli) 东炎炒米粉](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/tom-yam-fried-bee-hoon\/)\n\n[![Huang Kitchen](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Huang-Kitchen-Logo-Black-2.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/)\n\nLearn To Cook In Minutes\\!\n\n[![Huang Kitchen](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Huang-Kitchen-Logo-Black-2.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/)\n\n- [Home](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/)\n- [About](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/about-us\/ \"About\")\n- [Categories](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/category\/)\n  - [Baking](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/baking\/)\n  - [Dessert](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/dessert\/)\n  - [Eggs Tofu and Vegetable](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/eggs-tofu-and-vegetable\/)\n  - [Meat Poultry](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/meat-poultry\/)\n  - [Rice Pasta](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/rice-pasta\/)\n  - [Sauces and Condiments](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/sauces-condiments\/)\n  - [Seafood Fish](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/seafood-fish\/)\n  - [Snacks & Appetizers](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/snacks-appetizers\/)\n  - [Soups Stews](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/soups-stews\/)\n  - [Videos](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/videos\/)\n- [Recipe Collections](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/recipe-collections\/)\n- [Subscribe](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/subscribe\/)\n\n[Home](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/) » **Chinese New Year Recipes 新年食谱 (CNY Menu Ideas & Reunion Dinner Dishes 2026)**\n\n# Chinese New Year Recipes 新年食谱 (CNY Menu Ideas & Reunion Dinner Dishes 2026)\nby [Angie Liew](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/author\/angie-liew\/)\n\n![Rose Pineapple Tarts Recipe 黄梨塔](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/DSC5126_new-700x465.jpg)\n\nChinese New Year is a time for reunion dinners, festive snacks and meaningful dishes shared with family. If you’re planning your CNY reunion dinner menu, this curated collection of traditional Malaysian Chinese recipes will help you prepare with confidence.\n\nFrom auspicious seafood dishes and comforting braised mains to pineapple tarts, nian gao and festive huat kueh, these recipes are perfect for Lunar New Year celebrations, open house gatherings and visiting relatives.\n\nWhether you are cooking for a small family reunion or hosting a larger festive table, you’ll find easy, authentic CNY dishes here.\n\n📌 Save this page as your complete Chinese New Year menu guide for 2026. 🧧\n\nLast updated: February 2026\n\n![Butter Prawns WIth Egg Floss](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Butter-Prawns-WIth-Egg-Floss-6-of-10-700x465.jpeg)\n\n## **🏮 Easy Chinese New Year Menu Combinations**\nNot sure what to cook this year? Here are practical reunion dinner combinations using recipes from this collection.\n\n### **🧧 Simple Family Reunion Dinner**\n- [Chinese Steamed Chicken With Dried Shiitake Mushroom 香菇木耳蒸鸡](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-steamed-chicken-with-dried-shiitake-mushroom\/)\n- [Stir Fry Chinese Long Bean With Pork Belly 长豆炒五花肉](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/stir-fry-chinese-long-bean-with-pork-belly\/)\n- [Lotus Root Soup With Peanuts 花生莲藕汤](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/lotus-root-soup-with-peanuts\/)\n- [Hakka Braised Pork Belly 客家炸肉](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/hakka-braised-pork-belly\/)\n\nComforting, traditional and easy to prepare.\n***\n### **🦐 Prosperity Seafood Table**\n- [Butter Prawns With Egg Floss 蛋丝奶油虾](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/butter-prawns-with-egg-floss\/)\n- [Imitation Shark Fin Soup 碗仔翅 \/ 鱼翅汤](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/imitation-shark-fin-soup\/)\n- [Braised Shiitake Mushrooms With Broccoli 焖香菇西兰花](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/braised-shiitake-mushrooms-with-broccoli\/)\n- [Yam Abacus Seeds 芋头算盘子](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/yam-abacus-seeds\/)\n\nSeafood symbolises surplus and prosperity.\n***\n### **🍍 Festive Tea-Time & Open House**\n- [Classic Rose Pineapple Tarts](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/rose-pineapple-tarts\/)\n- [Steamed Pumpkin Huat Kueh](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/steamed-pumpkin-huat-kuih\/)\n- [Sweet Glutinous Rice Balls Tang Yuan](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/sweet-glutinous-rice-balls\/)\n\nPrepare ahead and serve with tea.\n***\n**Quick Jump (CNY Menu Ideas):**\n\n- [Cookies & Snacks](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#cny-cookies)\n- [Cakes & Buns](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#cny-cakes)\n- [Reunion Dinner Dishes](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#cny-dinner)\n- [Nian Gao (New Year Cake)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#cny-nian-gao)\n- [Auspicious Soups](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#cny-soup)\n- [Traditional Desserts](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#cny-dessert)\n\n![](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Green-Tea-Rolled-Pineapple-Tarts-4-of-8.jpeg)\n\n## Classic Chinese New Year Cookies & Snacks\n\nChinese New Year snacks are perfect for gifting, visiting relatives, and tea-time during the festive season. Here are classic homemade cookies and traditional snacks, including pineapple tarts and crunchy favourites.\n\n[![Pineapple Jam (Pineapple Tarts)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Pineapple-Jam-700x392.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/pineapple-jam\/)\n\n##### [Homemade Pineapple Jam for Pineapple Tarts](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/pineapple-jam\/)\n\n[![Green Tea Pineapple Tarts](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Green-Tea-Pineapple-Tarts-YouTube-copy-700x393.jpg)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/green-tea-pineapple-tarts\/)\n\n##### [Green Tea Pineapple Tarts](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/green-tea-pineapple-tarts\/)\n\n[![Flower Blossom Pineapple Tarts Thumbnail](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Flower-Blossom-Pineapple-Tarts-Thumbnail-500x281.jpg)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/flower-blossom-pineapple-tarts\/)\n\n##### [Flower Blossom Open Faced Pineapple Tarts](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/flower-blossom-pineapple-tarts\/)\n\n[![Rose Pineapple Tarts 玫瑰黄梨塔](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Rose-Pineapple-Tarts-500x281.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/rose-pineapple-tarts\/)\n\n##### [Rose Pineapple Tarts](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/rose-pineapple-tarts\/)\n\n[![Sesame Cookie Balls (Laughing Sesame Balls) 笑口枣](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Sesame-Cookie-Balls-2-500x280.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/sesame-cookie-balls\/)\n\n##### [Sesame Cookie Balls (Laughing Sesame Balls) 笑口枣](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/sesame-cookie-balls\/)\n\n[![Chinese Murukku 中式圈圈饼](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Chinese-Murukku-500x281.jpg)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-murukku)\n\n##### [Chinese Murukku 中式圈圈饼](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-murukku)\n\n![Green Tea Rolled Pineapple Tarts Recipe 绿茶黄梨塔酥卷食谱 \\| Huang Kitchen - Pinterest Cover Photo](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Green-Tea-Rolled-Pineapple-Tarts-Recipe-%E7%BB%BF%E8%8C%B6%E9%BB%84%E6%A2%A8%E5%A1%94%E9%85%A5%E5%8D%B7%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1-Huang-Kitchen-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-333x500.png)\n\n##### [Green Tea Rolled Pineapple Tarts](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/green-tea-rolled-pineapple-tarts\/)\n\n![Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Recipe Pinterest Photo](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Oatmeal-Raisin-Cookies-Recipe-Pinterest-Photo-335x500.jpg)\n\n##### [Oatmeal Raisin Cookies](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/oatmeal-raisin-cookies\/)\n\n![](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/DSC5033_new.jpg)\n\n## Chinese New Year Cakes and Buns\n\nThese festive cakes and buns are soft, fluffy, and symbolic — great for celebrations and family gatherings. You’ll find steamed huat kueh, bao, and traditional kuih-style recipes.\n\n[![Pumpkin Huat Kueh (Steamed Chinese Pumpkin Muffins)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Pumpkin-Huat-Kueh-500x280.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/steamed-chinese-pumpkin-muffins\/)\n\n##### [Steamed Pumpkin Huat Kueh (Chinese Steamed Muffins)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/steamed-chinese-pumpkin-muffins\/)\n\n[![Steamed Pumpkin Flower Rolls 蒸金瓜花卷](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Copy-of-YouTube-Thumbnails-500x281.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/steamed-pumpkin-flower-rolls)\n\n##### [Steamed Pumpkin Flower Rolls](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/steamed-pumpkin-flower-rolls)\n\n[![Steamed Pumpkin Turnip Buns Recipe by Huang Kitchen - Baozi Chinese Steamed Buns 蒸金瓜沙葛包子食谱 - Pinterest 2](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Steamed-Pumpkin-Turnip-Buns-Recipe-by-Huang-Kitchen-%E8%92%B8%E9%87%91%E7%93%9C%E6%B2%99%E8%91%9B%E5%8C%85%E5%AD%90%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1-Pinterest-2-333x500.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/steamed-pumpkin-turnip-buns\/)\n\n##### [Steamed Pumpkin Turnip Buns (Vege Bao)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/steamed-pumpkin-turnip-buns\/)\n\n[![Steamed Mandarin Orange Huat Kueh Recipe 蒸柑橘发糕食谱](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Steamed-Mandarin-Orange-Huat-Kueh-Recipe-%E8%92%B8%E6%9F%91%E6%A9%98%E5%8F%91%E7%B3%95%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1-334x500.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/steamed-mandarin-orange-huat-kueh\/)\n\n##### [Steamed Mandarin Orange Huat Kueh](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/steamed-mandarin-orange-huat-kueh\/)\n\n[![Mandarin Orange Muffins Recipe Pinterest](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Mandarin-Orange-Muffins-Recipe-Pinterest-334x500.jpg)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/mandarin-orange-muffins\/)\n\n##### [Mandarin Orange Muffins](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/mandarin-orange-muffins\/)\n\n![Steamed Pumpkin Savoury Cake Pinterest Recipe](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Steamed-Pumpkin-Savoury-Cake-Pinterest-Recipe-333x500.png)\n\n##### [Steamed Pumpkin Savoury Cake](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/steamed-pumpkin-savoury-cake\/)\n\n[![Steamed Pumpkin Sweet Cake Recipe Huang Kitchen Pinterest Photo](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Steamed-Pumpkin-Sweet-Cake-Recipe-Huang-Kitchen-Pinterest-Photo-333x500.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/steamed-pumpkin-sweet-cake\/)\n\n##### [Steamed Pumpkin Sweet Cake](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/steamed-pumpkin-sweet-cake\/)\n\n![](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Fried-Milk-With-Egg-Whites-5-of-8.jpeg)\n\n## Reunion Table Dinner Ideas\n\nPlanning reunion dinner? These family-style dishes are hearty, shareable, and perfect with steamed rice. Choose a mix of seafood, vegetables, and one “showstopper” dish for a complete table.\n\n[![Yam Abacus Seeds Pinterest](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Yam-Abacus-Seeds-Pinterest-334x500.jpg)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/yam-abacus-seeds\/)\n\n##### [Yam Abacus Seeds (Hakka Suan Pan Zi)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/yam-abacus-seeds\/)\n\n[![Shanghai Stir Fry Egg Whites with Dried Scallop Recipe上海赛螃蟹食谱 by Huang Kitchen - Pinterest Feature 1](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Shanghai-Stir-Fry-Egg-Whites-with-Dried-Scallop-Recipe%E4%B8%8A%E6%B5%B7%E8%B5%9B%E8%9E%83%E8%9F%B9%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1-by-Huang-Kitchen-Pinterest-Feature-1-333x500.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/shanghai-stir-fry-egg-whites\/)\n\n##### [Shanghai Stir Fry Egg Whites with Dried Scallop & Broccoli](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/shanghai-stir-fry-egg-whites\/)\n\n[![Kung Pao Crispy Yam Basket Recipe 宫保芋头圈食谱 Yam Ring Recipe by Huang Kitchen - Pinterest Cover Photo](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Kung-Pao-Crispy-Yam-Basket-Recipe-%E5%AE%AB%E4%BF%9D%E8%8A%8B%E5%A4%B4%E5%9C%88%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1-Yam-Ring-Recipe-by-Huang-Kitchen-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-333x500.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/kung-pao-crispy-yam-basket\/)\n\n##### [Kung Pao Crispy Yam Basket (Yam Ring)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/kung-pao-crispy-yam-basket\/)\n\n[![Butter Prawns with Egg Floss Recipe 蛋丝奶油虾食谱 Huang Kitchen - Pinterest 2](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Butter-Prawns-with-Egg-Floss-Recipe-%E8%9B%8B%E4%B8%9D%E5%A5%B6%E6%B2%B9%E8%99%BE%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1-Huang-Kitchen-Pinterest-2-333x500.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/butter-prawns-with-egg-floss\/)\n\n##### [Butter Prawns with Egg Floss](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/butter-prawns-with-egg-floss\/)\n\n[![Lotus Root Stir Fry 炒莲藕](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Lotus-Root-Stir-Fry-500x280.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/lotus-root-stir-fry\/)\n\n##### [Lotus Root Stir Fry](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/lotus-root-stir-fry\/)\n\n[![Dry Fried Prawns (Har Lok) 干煎虾碌](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Dry-Fried-Prawns-Har-Lok-500x282.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/sweet-sour-dry-fried-prawns-har-lok\/)\n\n##### [Har Lok (Dried Fried Prawns)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/steamed-pumpkin-savoury-cake\/)\n\n[![Braised Sea Cucumber With Fish Maw 焖海参花胶](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Sea-Cucumber-Fish-Maw-500x280.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/braised-sea-cucumber-with-fish-maw\/)\n\n##### [Braised Sea Cucumber with Fish Maw](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/braised-sea-cucumber-with-fish-maw\/)\n\n[![](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Braised-Shiitake-With-Broccoli-500x282.jpg)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/braised-shiitake-mushrooms-with-broccoli\/)\n\n##### [Braised Shiitake Mushrooms with Broccoli](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/braised-shiitake-mushrooms-with-broccoli\/)\n\n![Lotus Root Soup With Peanuts Pinterest 花生莲藕汤](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Lotus-Root-Soup-With-Peanuts-Pinterest-%E8%8A%B1%E7%94%9F%E8%8E%B2%E8%97%95%E6%B1%A4-334x500.jpg)\n\n##### [Lotus Root Soup with Peanuts](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/lotus-root-soup-with-peanuts\/)\n\n[![Stir Fried Teochew Noodles - Pinterest](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Stir-Fried-Teochew-Noodles-Pinterest-335x500.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/stir-fry-teochew-noodles\/)\n\n##### [Stir Fry Teochew Noodles (Fried Mee Tiao)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/stir-fry-teochew-noodles\/)\n\n[![Teochew Treasure Beancurd](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Teochew-Treasure-Beancurd-500x280.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/teochew-treasure-beancurd\/)\n\n##### [Teochew Treasure Beancurd (Fried Beancurd with Kin Chye)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/teochew-treasure-beancurd\/)\n\n[![](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Teochew-Mushrooms-YouTube-500x281.jpg)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/teochew-treasure-mushrooms\/)\n\n##### [Teochew Stir Fry Shiitake Mushrooms](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/teochew-treasure-mushrooms\/)\n\n![Caramel Nian Gao](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Caramel-Nian-Gao-3-of-10-700x465.jpeg)\n\n## **Nian Gao (Chinese New Year Cake 年糕)**\n\nNian Gao is one of the most iconic Chinese New Year foods. Here are popular ways to enjoy it — steamed, fried, and festive variations that are easy to make at home.\n\n[![Caramel Nian Gao Recipe (Sticky Rice Cake : Kuih Bakul) 焦糖年糕 \\| Huang Kitchen - Pinterest Image](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Caramel-Nian-Gao-Recipe-Sticky-Rice-Cake-Kuih-Bakul-%E7%84%A6%E7%B3%96%E5%B9%B4%E7%B3%95-Huang-Kitchen-Pinterest-2-333x500.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/caramel-nian-gao\/)\n\n##### [Caramel Nian Gao (Sticky Rice Cake \/ Kuih Bakul) 焦糖年糕](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/caramel-nian-gao\/)\n\n[![How To Make Steamed Nian Gao with Coconut 椰丝蒸年糕 - Huang Kitchen Pinterest](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/How-To-Make-Steamed-Nian-Gao-with-Coconut-Huang-Kitchen-Pinterest-333x500.jpg)](<http:\/\/nian tao with coconut>)\n\n##### [Steamed Nian Gao with Coconut 椰丝蒸年糕](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/steamed-nian-gao\/)\n\n![Pan Fried Nian Gao Recipe by Huang Kitchen - Pinterest Cover Photo](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Pan-Fried-Nian-Gao-Recipe-by-Huang-Kitchen-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-333x500.png)\n\n##### [Pan Fried Nian Gao 煎年糕](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/pan-fried-nian-gao\/)\n\n![](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Deep-Fried-Nian-Gao-Sesame-Balls-Recipe-by-Huang-Kitchen-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-333x500.png)\n\n##### [Fried Nian Gao Sesame Balls 炸年糕芝麻球](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/fried-nian-gao-sesame-balls\/)\n\n![Fish Maw Soup](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Fish-Maw-Soup-1-of-1-1-700x466.jpeg)\n\n## ****Auspicious Soups & Prosperity Dishes (好意头汤品)****\n\nWarm, comforting soups are often served during Chinese New Year as symbols of abundance and good fortune. These classic recipes are great for reunion dinners and family meals.\n\n[![Fish Maw Soup Recipe 鱼漂羹食谱 \\| Huang Kitchen - HK Pinterest Cover Photo](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Fish-Maw-Soup-Recipe-%E9%B1%BC%E6%BC%82%E7%BE%B9%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1-Huang-Kitchen-HK-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-333x500.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/fish-maw-soup\/)\n\n##### [Fish Maw Soup 鱼漂羹](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/fish-maw-soup\/)\n\n[![Beancurd In Thick Soup Recipe (Tofu Kan)豆腐羹](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Beancurd-In-Thick-Soup-Recipe-Tofu-Kan%E8%B1%86%E8%85%90%E7%BE%B9-HK-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-333x500.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/beancurd-in-thick-soup\/)\n\n##### [Beancurd In Thick Soup (Tofu Kan)豆腐羹](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/beancurd-in-thick-soup\/)\n\n[![Mock Shark Fin Soup 仿鱼翅汤食谱 \\| Huang Kitchen - HK Pinterest Cover Photo](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mock-Shark-Fin-Soup-%E4%BB%BF%E9%B1%BC%E7%BF%85%E6%B1%A4%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1-Huang-Kitchen-HK-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-333x500.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/imitation-shark-fin-soup\/)\n\n##### [Imitation Shark Fin Soup 碗仔翅 \/ 鱼翅汤](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/imitation-shark-fin-soup\/)\n\n[![Lotus Root Soup With Peanuts Pinterest 花生莲藕汤](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Lotus-Root-Soup-With-Peanuts-Pinterest-%E8%8A%B1%E7%94%9F%E8%8E%B2%E8%97%95%E6%B1%A4-334x500.jpg)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/lotus-root-soup-with-peanuts\/)\n\n##### [Lotus Root Soup With Peanuts 花生莲藕汤](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/lotus-root-soup-with-peanuts\/)\n\n![Gingko Barley Bean Curd Dessert](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Gingko-Barley-Bean-Curd-Dessert-3-of-7-700x466.jpeg)\n\n## ******Traditional Chinese New Year Desserts (甜品)******\n\nEnd your meal with nostalgic desserts loved across generations — sweet, comforting and perfect for festive gatherings.\n\n[![Bubur Gandum (Sweet Wheat Porridge) 麦粥糖水 - HK Pinterest Cover Photo](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Bubur-Gandum-Sweet-Wheat-Porridge-%E9%BA%A6%E7%B2%A5%E7%B3%96%E6%B0%B4-HK-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-333x500.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/bubur-gandum-sweet-wheat-porridge\/)\n\n##### [Bubur Gandum (Sweet Wheat Porridge) 麦粥糖水](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/bubur-gandum-sweet-wheat-porridge\/)\n\n[![Red Bean Black Glutinous Rice Dessert Recipe 红豆黑糯米糖水食谱 \\| Huang Kitchen - Pinterest Cover Photo](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Red-Bean-Black-Glutinous-Rice-Dessert-Recipe-%E7%BA%A2%E8%B1%86%E9%BB%91%E7%B3%AF%E7%B1%B3%E7%B3%96%E6%B0%B4%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1-Huang-Kitchen-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-333x500.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/red-bean-black-glutinous-rice-dessert\/)\n\n##### [Red Bean Black Glutinous Rice Dessert Recipe 红豆黑糯米糖水食谱 (Tong Sui)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/red-bean-black-glutinous-rice-dessert\/)\n\n[![](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Gingko-Barley-Beancurd-Sweet-Soup-Recipe-%E6%B4%8B%E8%96%8F%E7%B1%B3%E8%85%90%E7%AB%B9%E7%94%9C%E5%93%81%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1-Huang-Kitchen-HK-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-333x500.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/gingko-barley-beancurd-sweet-soup\/)\n\n##### [Gingko Barley Beancurd Sweet Soup 洋薏米腐竹甜品](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/gingko-barley-beancurd-sweet-soup\/)\n\n[![Huang Kitchen Pinterest Cover Photo - Double Skin Milk Pudding Recipe Shuang Pi Nai](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/HK-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-Double-Skin-Milk-Pudding-Recipe-333x500.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/double-skin-milk-pudding\/)\n\n##### [Double Skin Milk Pudding 双皮奶布丁](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/double-skin-milk-pudding\/)\n\n[![Glutinous Sweet Rice Balls - Tang Yuan - Pinterest](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Glutinous-Sweet-Rice-Balls-Pinterest-335x500.jpg)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/glutinous-sweet-rice-balls-tang-yuan\/)\n\n##### [Glutinous Sweet Rice Balls (Tang Yuan) in Osmanthus Ginger Syrup 桂花姜汁汤圆](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/glutinous-sweet-rice-balls-tang-yuan\/)\n\n[![Sweet Peanut Butter Glutinous Rice Balls Recipe 花生酱汤圆食谱 - HK Pinterest Cover Photo](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Sweet-Peanut-Butter-Glutinous-Rice-Balls-Recipe-%E8%8A%B1%E7%94%9F%E9%85%B1%E6%B1%A4%E5%9C%86%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1-HK-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-333x500.png)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/sweet-peanut-butter-glutinous-rice-balls\/)\n\n##### [Sweet Peanut Butter Glutinous Rice Balls 花生酱汤圆](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/sweet-peanut-butter-glutinous-rice-balls\/)\n## **Frequently Asked Questions About Chinese New Year Cooking**\n****What dishes are traditionally served during Chinese New Year?****\n\nCommon CNY reunion dinner dishes include braised chicken, steamed fish, prawns, mushrooms, lotus root soup, pineapple tarts and nian gao.\n\n****How early should I prepare Chinese New Year food?****\n\nCookies and pineapple tarts can be made as early as 1–2 weeks ahead. To avoid rush, ingredients for reunion dinner dishes can be prepared 1–2 days before serving.\n\n****What is a simple CNY reunion dinner menu?****\n\nA balanced and festive menu includes:  \n• One meat dish  \n• One seafood dish  \n• One vegetable dish  \n• One soup  \n• Festive dessert with auspicious meaning\n\n### Search\n### Follow Us On\n[Facebook](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/huangskitchen)  [Instagram](https:\/\/instagram.com\/huangkitchen)  [Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/HuangKitchen\/)\n\n### Popular Posts\n- 1\n  #### [Chinese White Radish Soup 白萝卜汤](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-white-radish-soup\/ \"Chinese White Radish Soup 白萝卜汤\")\n  July 9, 2014\n- 2\n  #### [Ayam Goreng Berempah (Malay Spiced Fried Chicken)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/ayam-goreng-berempah\/ \"Ayam Goreng Berempah (Malay Spiced Fried Chicken)\")\n  January 7, 2016\n- 3\n  #### [Baked Tapioca Cake (Kuih Bingka Ubi)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/baked-tapioca-cake-kuih-bingka-ubi\/ \"Baked Tapioca Cake (Kuih Bingka Ubi)\")\n  August 8, 2014\n- 4\n  #### [Chinese Steamed Egg 蒸水蛋](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-steamed-egg\/ \"Chinese Steamed Egg 蒸水蛋\")\n  May 8, 2016\n- 5\n  #### [Spiral Curry Puffs (Karipap Pusing 螺旋咖喱角)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/spiral-curry-puffs-karipap-pusing\/ \"Spiral Curry Puffs (Karipap Pusing 螺旋咖喱角)\")\n  March 11, 2016\n- 6\n  #### [Nasi Lemak (Coconut Milk Rice) 椰浆饭](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/nasi-lemak-coconut-milk-rice\/ \"Nasi Lemak (Coconut Milk Rice) 椰浆饭\")\n  March 6, 2016\n\n### Recent Posts\n- #### [Chinese Braised Abalone with Sea Cucumber and Fish Maw 红烧鲍鱼海参花胶煲](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-braised-abalone-with-sea-cucumber-and-fish-maw\/ \"Chinese Braised Abalone with Sea Cucumber and Fish Maw  红烧鲍鱼海参花胶煲\")\n  March 22, 2026\n- #### [Fermented Beancurd Fried Chicken Wings 南乳炸鸡翅](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/fermented-beancurd-fried-chicken-wings\/ \"Fermented Beancurd Fried Chicken Wings 南乳炸鸡翅\")\n  February 22, 2026\n- #### [Bubur Gandum (Sweet Wheat Porridge) 麦粥糖水](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/bubur-gandum-sweet-wheat-porridge\/ \"Bubur Gandum (Sweet Wheat Porridge) 麦粥糖水\")\n  February 8, 2026\n- #### [Pongteh Chicken (Peranakan Braised Chicken with Potatoes) 娘惹鸡](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/pongteh-chicken\/ \"Pongteh Chicken (Peranakan Braised Chicken with Potatoes) 娘惹鸡\")\n  February 1, 2026\n- #### [Braised Tofu with Beancurd Stick 红烧豆腐焖豆支](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/braised-tofu-with-beancurd-stick\/ \"Braised Tofu with Beancurd Stick 红烧豆腐焖豆支\")\n  January 19, 2026\n- #### [Braised Eggplant with Garlic Sauce 蒜蓉红烧茄子](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/braised-eggplant-with-garlic-sauce\/ \"Braised Eggplant with Garlic Sauce 蒜蓉红烧茄子\")\n  January 3, 2026\n\n- [About My Blog](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/about-my-blog\/)\n- [Baking](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/baking\/)\n- [Breads](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/breads\/)\n- [Chinese New Year](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-new-year\/)\n- [Christmas](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/christmas\/)\n- [Dessert](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/dessert\/)\n- [Eggs Tofu and Vegetable](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/eggs-tofu-and-vegetable\/)\n- [Festive](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/festive\/)\n- [Halal](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/halal\/)\n- [Meat Poultry](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/meat-poultry\/)\n- [One Dish Meal](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/one-dish-meal\/)\n- [Quick & Easy](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/quick-easy\/)\n- [Rice Pasta](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/rice-pasta\/)\n- [Sauces and Condiments](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/sauces-condiments\/)\n- [Seafood Fish](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/seafood-fish\/)\n- [Snacks & Appetizers](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/snacks-appetizers\/)\n- [Soups Stews](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/soups-stews\/)\n- [Vegetarian](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/vegetarian\/)\n- [Videos](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/videos\/)\n\n- [Facebook](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/huangskitchen)\n- [Instagram](https:\/\/instagram.com\/huangkitchen)\n- [Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/HuangKitchen\/)\n- [Youtube](https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/HuangKitchen?sub_confirmation=1)\n- [Email](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/)\n\n[![Footer Logo](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20104'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/)\n\n@2021 - Huang Kitchen. 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If you’re planning your CNY reunion dinner menu, this curated collection of traditional Malaysian Chinese recipes will help you prepare with confidence.\n\nFrom auspicious seafood dishes and comforting braised mains to pineapple tarts, nian gao and festive huat kueh, these recipes are perfect for Lunar New Year celebrations, open house gatherings and visiting relatives.\n\nWhether you are cooking for a small family reunion or hosting a larger festive table, you’ll find easy, authentic CNY dishes here.\n\n📌 Save this page as your complete Chinese New Year menu guide for 2026. 🧧\n\nLast updated: February 2026\n\n![Butter Prawns WIth Egg Floss](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Butter-Prawns-WIth-Egg-Floss-6-of-10-700x465.jpeg)\n\n## **🏮 Easy Chinese New Year Menu Combinations**\nNot sure what to cook this year? Here are practical reunion dinner combinations using recipes from this collection.\n\n### **🧧 Simple Family Reunion Dinner**\n- [Chinese Steamed Chicken With Dried Shiitake Mushroom 香菇木耳蒸鸡](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-steamed-chicken-with-dried-shiitake-mushroom\/)\n- [Stir Fry Chinese Long Bean With Pork Belly 长豆炒五花肉](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/stir-fry-chinese-long-bean-with-pork-belly\/)\n- [Lotus Root Soup With Peanuts 花生莲藕汤](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/lotus-root-soup-with-peanuts\/)\n- [Hakka Braised Pork Belly 客家炸肉](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/hakka-braised-pork-belly\/)\n\nComforting, traditional and easy to prepare.\n***\n### **🦐 Prosperity Seafood Table**\n- [Butter Prawns With Egg Floss 蛋丝奶油虾](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/butter-prawns-with-egg-floss\/)\n- [Imitation Shark Fin Soup 碗仔翅 \/ 鱼翅汤](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/imitation-shark-fin-soup\/)\n- [Braised Shiitake Mushrooms With Broccoli 焖香菇西兰花](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/braised-shiitake-mushrooms-with-broccoli\/)\n- [Yam Abacus Seeds 芋头算盘子](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/yam-abacus-seeds\/)\n\nSeafood symbolises surplus and prosperity.\n***\n### **🍍 Festive Tea-Time & Open House**\n- [Classic Rose Pineapple Tarts](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/rose-pineapple-tarts\/)\n- [Steamed Pumpkin Huat Kueh](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/steamed-pumpkin-huat-kuih\/)\n- [Sweet Glutinous Rice Balls Tang Yuan](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/sweet-glutinous-rice-balls\/)\n\nPrepare ahead and serve with tea.\n***\n**Quick Jump (CNY Menu Ideas):**\n\n- [Cookies & Snacks](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#cny-cookies)\n- [Cakes & Buns](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#cny-cakes)\n- [Reunion Dinner Dishes](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#cny-dinner)\n- [Nian Gao (New Year Cake)](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#cny-nian-gao)\n- [Auspicious Soups](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#cny-soup)\n- [Traditional Desserts](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/#cny-dessert)\n\n![](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Green-Tea-Rolled-Pineapple-Tarts-4-of-8.jpeg)\n\nClassic Chinese New Year Cookies & Snacks\n\nChinese New Year snacks are perfect for gifting, visiting relatives, and tea-time during the festive season. Here are classic homemade cookies and traditional snacks, including pineapple tarts and crunchy favourites.\n\n![](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/DSC5033_new.jpg)\n\nChinese New Year Cakes and Buns\n\nThese festive cakes and buns are soft, fluffy, and symbolic — great for celebrations and family gatherings. You’ll find steamed huat kueh, bao, and traditional kuih-style recipes.\n\n![](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Fried-Milk-With-Egg-Whites-5-of-8.jpeg)\n\nReunion Table Dinner Ideas\n\nPlanning reunion dinner? These family-style dishes are hearty, shareable, and perfect with steamed rice. Choose a mix of seafood, vegetables, and one “showstopper” dish for a complete table.\n\n![Caramel Nian Gao](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Caramel-Nian-Gao-3-of-10-700x465.jpeg)\n\n**Nian Gao (Chinese New Year Cake 年糕)**\n\nNian Gao is one of the most iconic Chinese New Year foods. Here are popular ways to enjoy it — steamed, fried, and festive variations that are easy to make at home.\n\n![Fish Maw Soup](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Fish-Maw-Soup-1-of-1-1-700x466.jpeg)\n\n****Auspicious Soups & Prosperity Dishes (好意头汤品)****\n\nWarm, comforting soups are often served during Chinese New Year as symbols of abundance and good fortune. These classic recipes are great for reunion dinners and family meals.\n\n![Gingko Barley Bean Curd Dessert](https:\/\/huangkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Gingko-Barley-Bean-Curd-Dessert-3-of-7-700x466.jpeg)\n\n******Traditional Chinese New Year Desserts (甜品)******\n\nEnd your meal with nostalgic desserts loved across generations — sweet, comforting and perfect for festive gatherings.\n\n## **Frequently Asked Questions About Chinese New Year Cooking**\n****What dishes are traditionally served during Chinese New Year?****\n\nCommon CNY reunion dinner dishes include braised chicken, steamed fish, prawns, mushrooms, lotus root soup, pineapple tarts and nian gao.\n\n****How early should I prepare Chinese New Year food?****\n\nCookies and pineapple tarts can be made as early as 1–2 weeks ahead. 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Boilerpipe Text	Chinese New Year is a time for reunion dinners, festive snacks and meaningful dishes shared with family. If you’re planning your CNY reunion dinner menu, this curated collection of traditional Malaysian Chinese recipes will help you prepare with confidence. From auspicious seafood dishes and comforting braised mains to pineapple tarts, nian gao and festive huat kueh, these recipes are perfect for Lunar New Year celebrations, open house gatherings and visiting relatives. Whether you are cooking for a small family reunion or hosting a larger festive table, you’ll find easy, authentic CNY dishes here. 📌 Save this page as your complete Chinese New Year menu guide for 2026. 🧧 Last updated: February 2026 🏮 Easy Chinese New Year Menu Combinations Not sure what to cook this year? Here are practical reunion dinner combinations using recipes from this collection. 🧧 Simple Family Reunion Dinner Chinese Steamed Chicken With Dried Shiitake Mushroom 香菇木耳蒸鸡 Stir Fry Chinese Long Bean With Pork Belly 长豆炒五花肉 Lotus Root Soup With Peanuts 花生莲藕汤 Hakka Braised Pork Belly 客家炸肉 Comforting, traditional and easy to prepare. 🦐 Prosperity Seafood Table Butter Prawns With Egg Floss 蛋丝奶油虾 Imitation Shark Fin Soup 碗仔翅 / 鱼翅汤 Braised Shiitake Mushrooms With Broccoli 焖香菇西兰花 Yam Abacus Seeds 芋头算盘子 Seafood symbolises surplus and prosperity. 🍍 Festive Tea-Time & Open House Classic Rose Pineapple Tarts Steamed Pumpkin Huat Kueh Sweet Glutinous Rice Balls Tang Yuan Prepare ahead and serve with tea. Quick Jump (CNY Menu Ideas): Cookies & Snacks Cakes & Buns Reunion Dinner Dishes Nian Gao (New Year Cake) Auspicious Soups Traditional Desserts Classic Chinese New Year Cookies & Snacks Chinese New Year snacks are perfect for gifting, visiting relatives, and tea-time during the festive season. Here are classic homemade cookies and traditional snacks, including pineapple tarts and crunchy favourites. Chinese New Year Cakes and Buns These festive cakes and buns are soft, fluffy, and symbolic — great for celebrations and family gatherings. You’ll find steamed huat kueh, bao, and traditional kuih-style recipes. Reunion Table Dinner Ideas Planning reunion dinner? These family-style dishes are hearty, shareable, and perfect with steamed rice. Choose a mix of seafood, vegetables, and one “showstopper” dish for a complete table. Nian Gao (Chinese New Year Cake 年糕) Nian Gao is one of the most iconic Chinese New Year foods. Here are popular ways to enjoy it — steamed, fried, and festive variations that are easy to make at home. Auspicious Soups & Prosperity Dishes (好意头汤品) Warm, comforting soups are often served during Chinese New Year as symbols of abundance and good fortune. These classic recipes are great for reunion dinners and family meals. Traditional Chinese New Year Desserts (甜品) End your meal with nostalgic desserts loved across generations — sweet, comforting and perfect for festive gatherings. Frequently Asked Questions About Chinese New Year Cooking What dishes are traditionally served during Chinese New Year? Common CNY reunion dinner dishes include braised chicken, steamed fish, prawns, mushrooms, lotus root soup, pineapple tarts and nian gao. How early should I prepare Chinese New Year food? Cookies and pineapple tarts can be made as early as 1–2 weeks ahead. To avoid rush, ingredients for reunion dinner dishes can be prepared 1–2 days before serving. What is a simple CNY reunion dinner menu? A balanced and festive menu includes: • One meat dish • One seafood dish • One vegetable dish • One soup • Festive dessert with auspicious meaning
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If you’re planning your CNY reunion dinner menu, this curated collection of traditional Malaysian Chinese recipes will help you prepare with confidence. From auspicious seafood dishes and comforting braised mains to pineapple tarts, nian gao and festive huat kueh, these recipes are perfect for Lunar New Year celebrations, open house gatherings and visiting relatives. Whether you are cooking for a small family reunion or hosting a larger festive table, you’ll find easy, authentic CNY dishes here. 📌 Save this page as your complete Chinese New Year menu guide for 2026. 🧧 Last updated: February 2026 ![Butter Prawns WIth Egg Floss](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Butter-Prawns-WIth-Egg-Floss-6-of-10-700x465.jpeg) ## 🏮 Easy Chinese New Year Menu Combinations Not sure what to cook this year? Here are practical reunion dinner combinations using recipes from this collection. ### 🧧 Simple Family Reunion Dinner - [Chinese Steamed Chicken With Dried Shiitake Mushroom 香菇木耳蒸鸡](https://huangkitchen.com/chinese-steamed-chicken-with-dried-shiitake-mushroom/) - [Stir Fry Chinese Long Bean With Pork Belly 长豆炒五花肉](https://huangkitchen.com/stir-fry-chinese-long-bean-with-pork-belly/) - [Lotus Root Soup With Peanuts 花生莲藕汤](https://huangkitchen.com/lotus-root-soup-with-peanuts/) - [Hakka Braised Pork Belly 客家炸肉](https://huangkitchen.com/hakka-braised-pork-belly/) Comforting, traditional and easy to prepare. * ### 🦐 Prosperity Seafood Table - [Butter Prawns With Egg Floss 蛋丝奶油虾](https://huangkitchen.com/butter-prawns-with-egg-floss/) - [Imitation Shark Fin Soup 碗仔翅 / 鱼翅汤](https://huangkitchen.com/imitation-shark-fin-soup/) - [Braised Shiitake Mushrooms With Broccoli 焖香菇西兰花](https://huangkitchen.com/braised-shiitake-mushrooms-with-broccoli/) - [Yam Abacus Seeds 芋头算盘子](https://huangkitchen.com/yam-abacus-seeds/) Seafood symbolises surplus and prosperity. * ### 🍍 Festive Tea-Time & Open House - [Classic Rose Pineapple Tarts](https://huangkitchen.com/rose-pineapple-tarts/) - [Steamed Pumpkin Huat Kueh](https://huangkitchen.com/steamed-pumpkin-huat-kuih/) - [Sweet Glutinous Rice Balls Tang Yuan](https://huangkitchen.com/sweet-glutinous-rice-balls/) Prepare ahead and serve with tea. * Quick Jump (CNY Menu Ideas): - [Cookies & Snacks](https://huangkitchen.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#cny-cookies) - [Cakes & Buns](https://huangkitchen.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#cny-cakes) - [Reunion Dinner Dishes](https://huangkitchen.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#cny-dinner) - [Nian Gao (New Year Cake)](https://huangkitchen.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#cny-nian-gao) - [Auspicious Soups](https://huangkitchen.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#cny-soup) - [Traditional Desserts](https://huangkitchen.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#cny-dessert) ![](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Green-Tea-Rolled-Pineapple-Tarts-4-of-8.jpeg) ## Classic Chinese New Year Cookies & Snacks Chinese New Year snacks are perfect for gifting, visiting relatives, and tea-time during the festive season. Here are classic homemade cookies and traditional snacks, including pineapple tarts and crunchy favourites. [![Pineapple Jam (Pineapple Tarts)](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Pineapple-Jam-700x392.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/pineapple-jam/) ##### [Homemade Pineapple Jam for Pineapple Tarts](https://huangkitchen.com/pineapple-jam/) [![Green Tea Pineapple Tarts](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Green-Tea-Pineapple-Tarts-YouTube-copy-700x393.jpg)](https://huangkitchen.com/green-tea-pineapple-tarts/) ##### [Green Tea Pineapple Tarts](https://huangkitchen.com/green-tea-pineapple-tarts/) [![Flower Blossom Pineapple Tarts Thumbnail](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Flower-Blossom-Pineapple-Tarts-Thumbnail-500x281.jpg)](https://huangkitchen.com/flower-blossom-pineapple-tarts/) ##### [Flower Blossom Open Faced Pineapple Tarts](https://huangkitchen.com/flower-blossom-pineapple-tarts/) [![Rose Pineapple Tarts 玫瑰黄梨塔](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Rose-Pineapple-Tarts-500x281.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/rose-pineapple-tarts/) ##### [Rose Pineapple Tarts](https://huangkitchen.com/rose-pineapple-tarts/) [![Sesame Cookie Balls (Laughing Sesame Balls) 笑口枣](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Sesame-Cookie-Balls-2-500x280.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/sesame-cookie-balls/) ##### [Sesame Cookie Balls (Laughing Sesame Balls) 笑口枣](https://huangkitchen.com/sesame-cookie-balls/) [![Chinese Murukku 中式圈圈饼](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Chinese-Murukku-500x281.jpg)](https://huangkitchen.com/chinese-murukku) ##### [Chinese Murukku 中式圈圈饼](https://huangkitchen.com/chinese-murukku) ![Green Tea Rolled Pineapple Tarts Recipe 绿茶黄梨塔酥卷食谱 \\| Huang Kitchen - Pinterest Cover Photo](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Green-Tea-Rolled-Pineapple-Tarts-Recipe-%E7%BB%BF%E8%8C%B6%E9%BB%84%E6%A2%A8%E5%A1%94%E9%85%A5%E5%8D%B7%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1-Huang-Kitchen-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-333x500.png) ##### [Green Tea Rolled Pineapple Tarts](https://huangkitchen.com/green-tea-rolled-pineapple-tarts/) ![Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Recipe Pinterest Photo](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Oatmeal-Raisin-Cookies-Recipe-Pinterest-Photo-335x500.jpg) ##### [Oatmeal Raisin Cookies](https://huangkitchen.com/oatmeal-raisin-cookies/) ![](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/DSC5033_new.jpg) ## Chinese New Year Cakes and Buns These festive cakes and buns are soft, fluffy, and symbolic — great for celebrations and family gatherings. You’ll find steamed huat kueh, bao, and traditional kuih-style recipes. [![Pumpkin Huat Kueh (Steamed Chinese Pumpkin Muffins)](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Pumpkin-Huat-Kueh-500x280.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/steamed-chinese-pumpkin-muffins/) ##### [Steamed Pumpkin Huat Kueh (Chinese Steamed Muffins)](https://huangkitchen.com/steamed-chinese-pumpkin-muffins/) [![Steamed Pumpkin Flower Rolls 蒸金瓜花卷](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Copy-of-YouTube-Thumbnails-500x281.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/steamed-pumpkin-flower-rolls) ##### [Steamed Pumpkin Flower Rolls](https://huangkitchen.com/steamed-pumpkin-flower-rolls) [![Steamed Pumpkin Turnip Buns Recipe by Huang Kitchen - Baozi Chinese Steamed Buns 蒸金瓜沙葛包子食谱 - Pinterest 2](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Steamed-Pumpkin-Turnip-Buns-Recipe-by-Huang-Kitchen-%E8%92%B8%E9%87%91%E7%93%9C%E6%B2%99%E8%91%9B%E5%8C%85%E5%AD%90%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1-Pinterest-2-333x500.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/steamed-pumpkin-turnip-buns/) ##### [Steamed Pumpkin Turnip Buns (Vege Bao)](https://huangkitchen.com/steamed-pumpkin-turnip-buns/) [![Steamed Mandarin Orange Huat Kueh Recipe 蒸柑橘发糕食谱](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Steamed-Mandarin-Orange-Huat-Kueh-Recipe-%E8%92%B8%E6%9F%91%E6%A9%98%E5%8F%91%E7%B3%95%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1-334x500.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/steamed-mandarin-orange-huat-kueh/) ##### [Steamed Mandarin Orange Huat Kueh](https://huangkitchen.com/steamed-mandarin-orange-huat-kueh/) [![Mandarin Orange Muffins Recipe Pinterest](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Mandarin-Orange-Muffins-Recipe-Pinterest-334x500.jpg)](https://huangkitchen.com/mandarin-orange-muffins/) ##### [Mandarin Orange Muffins](https://huangkitchen.com/mandarin-orange-muffins/) ![Steamed Pumpkin Savoury Cake Pinterest Recipe](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Steamed-Pumpkin-Savoury-Cake-Pinterest-Recipe-333x500.png) ##### [Steamed Pumpkin Savoury Cake](https://huangkitchen.com/steamed-pumpkin-savoury-cake/) [![Steamed Pumpkin Sweet Cake Recipe Huang Kitchen Pinterest Photo](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Steamed-Pumpkin-Sweet-Cake-Recipe-Huang-Kitchen-Pinterest-Photo-333x500.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/steamed-pumpkin-sweet-cake/) ##### [Steamed Pumpkin Sweet Cake](https://huangkitchen.com/steamed-pumpkin-sweet-cake/) ![](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Fried-Milk-With-Egg-Whites-5-of-8.jpeg) ## Reunion Table Dinner Ideas Planning reunion dinner? These family-style dishes are hearty, shareable, and perfect with steamed rice. Choose a mix of seafood, vegetables, and one “showstopper” dish for a complete table. [![Yam Abacus Seeds Pinterest](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Yam-Abacus-Seeds-Pinterest-334x500.jpg)](https://huangkitchen.com/yam-abacus-seeds/) ##### [Yam Abacus Seeds (Hakka Suan Pan Zi)](https://huangkitchen.com/yam-abacus-seeds/) [![Shanghai Stir Fry Egg Whites with Dried Scallop Recipe上海赛螃蟹食谱 by Huang Kitchen - Pinterest Feature 1](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Shanghai-Stir-Fry-Egg-Whites-with-Dried-Scallop-Recipe%E4%B8%8A%E6%B5%B7%E8%B5%9B%E8%9E%83%E8%9F%B9%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1-by-Huang-Kitchen-Pinterest-Feature-1-333x500.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/shanghai-stir-fry-egg-whites/) ##### [Shanghai Stir Fry Egg Whites with Dried Scallop & Broccoli](https://huangkitchen.com/shanghai-stir-fry-egg-whites/) [![Kung Pao Crispy Yam Basket Recipe 宫保芋头圈食谱 Yam Ring Recipe by Huang Kitchen - Pinterest Cover Photo](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Kung-Pao-Crispy-Yam-Basket-Recipe-%E5%AE%AB%E4%BF%9D%E8%8A%8B%E5%A4%B4%E5%9C%88%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1-Yam-Ring-Recipe-by-Huang-Kitchen-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-333x500.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/kung-pao-crispy-yam-basket/) ##### [Kung Pao Crispy Yam Basket (Yam Ring)](https://huangkitchen.com/kung-pao-crispy-yam-basket/) [![Butter Prawns with Egg Floss Recipe 蛋丝奶油虾食谱 Huang Kitchen - Pinterest 2](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Butter-Prawns-with-Egg-Floss-Recipe-%E8%9B%8B%E4%B8%9D%E5%A5%B6%E6%B2%B9%E8%99%BE%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1-Huang-Kitchen-Pinterest-2-333x500.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/butter-prawns-with-egg-floss/) ##### [Butter Prawns with Egg Floss](https://huangkitchen.com/butter-prawns-with-egg-floss/) [![Lotus Root Stir Fry 炒莲藕](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Lotus-Root-Stir-Fry-500x280.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/lotus-root-stir-fry/) ##### [Lotus Root Stir Fry](https://huangkitchen.com/lotus-root-stir-fry/) [![Dry Fried Prawns (Har Lok) 干煎虾碌](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Dry-Fried-Prawns-Har-Lok-500x282.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/sweet-sour-dry-fried-prawns-har-lok/) ##### [Har Lok (Dried Fried Prawns)](https://huangkitchen.com/steamed-pumpkin-savoury-cake/) [![Braised Sea Cucumber With Fish Maw 焖海参花胶](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Sea-Cucumber-Fish-Maw-500x280.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/braised-sea-cucumber-with-fish-maw/) ##### [Braised Sea Cucumber with Fish Maw](https://huangkitchen.com/braised-sea-cucumber-with-fish-maw/) [![](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Braised-Shiitake-With-Broccoli-500x282.jpg)](https://huangkitchen.com/braised-shiitake-mushrooms-with-broccoli/) ##### [Braised Shiitake Mushrooms with Broccoli](https://huangkitchen.com/braised-shiitake-mushrooms-with-broccoli/) ![Lotus Root Soup With Peanuts Pinterest 花生莲藕汤](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Lotus-Root-Soup-With-Peanuts-Pinterest-%E8%8A%B1%E7%94%9F%E8%8E%B2%E8%97%95%E6%B1%A4-334x500.jpg) ##### [Lotus Root Soup with Peanuts](https://huangkitchen.com/lotus-root-soup-with-peanuts/) [![Stir Fried Teochew Noodles - Pinterest](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Stir-Fried-Teochew-Noodles-Pinterest-335x500.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/stir-fry-teochew-noodles/) ##### [Stir Fry Teochew Noodles (Fried Mee Tiao)](https://huangkitchen.com/stir-fry-teochew-noodles/) [![Teochew Treasure Beancurd](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Teochew-Treasure-Beancurd-500x280.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/teochew-treasure-beancurd/) ##### [Teochew Treasure Beancurd (Fried Beancurd with Kin Chye)](https://huangkitchen.com/teochew-treasure-beancurd/) [![](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Teochew-Mushrooms-YouTube-500x281.jpg)](https://huangkitchen.com/teochew-treasure-mushrooms/) ##### [Teochew Stir Fry Shiitake Mushrooms](https://huangkitchen.com/teochew-treasure-mushrooms/) ![Caramel Nian Gao](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Caramel-Nian-Gao-3-of-10-700x465.jpeg) ## Nian Gao (Chinese New Year Cake 年糕) Nian Gao is one of the most iconic Chinese New Year foods. Here are popular ways to enjoy it — steamed, fried, and festive variations that are easy to make at home. [![Caramel Nian Gao Recipe (Sticky Rice Cake : Kuih Bakul) 焦糖年糕 \\| Huang Kitchen - Pinterest Image](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Caramel-Nian-Gao-Recipe-Sticky-Rice-Cake-Kuih-Bakul-%E7%84%A6%E7%B3%96%E5%B9%B4%E7%B3%95-Huang-Kitchen-Pinterest-2-333x500.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/caramel-nian-gao/) ##### [Caramel Nian Gao (Sticky Rice Cake / Kuih Bakul) 焦糖年糕](https://huangkitchen.com/caramel-nian-gao/) [![How To Make Steamed Nian Gao with Coconut 椰丝蒸年糕 - Huang Kitchen Pinterest](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/How-To-Make-Steamed-Nian-Gao-with-Coconut-Huang-Kitchen-Pinterest-333x500.jpg)](<http://nian tao with coconut>) ##### [Steamed Nian Gao with Coconut 椰丝蒸年糕](https://huangkitchen.com/steamed-nian-gao/) ![Pan Fried Nian Gao Recipe by Huang Kitchen - Pinterest Cover Photo](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Pan-Fried-Nian-Gao-Recipe-by-Huang-Kitchen-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-333x500.png) ##### [Pan Fried Nian Gao 煎年糕](https://huangkitchen.com/pan-fried-nian-gao/) ![](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Deep-Fried-Nian-Gao-Sesame-Balls-Recipe-by-Huang-Kitchen-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-333x500.png) ##### [Fried Nian Gao Sesame Balls 炸年糕芝麻球](https://huangkitchen.com/fried-nian-gao-sesame-balls/) ![Fish Maw Soup](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Fish-Maw-Soup-1-of-1-1-700x466.jpeg) ## Auspicious Soups & Prosperity Dishes (好意头汤品) Warm, comforting soups are often served during Chinese New Year as symbols of abundance and good fortune. These classic recipes are great for reunion dinners and family meals. [![Fish Maw Soup Recipe 鱼漂羹食谱 \\| Huang Kitchen - HK Pinterest Cover Photo](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Fish-Maw-Soup-Recipe-%E9%B1%BC%E6%BC%82%E7%BE%B9%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1-Huang-Kitchen-HK-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-333x500.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/fish-maw-soup/) ##### [Fish Maw Soup 鱼漂羹](https://huangkitchen.com/fish-maw-soup/) [![Beancurd In Thick Soup Recipe (Tofu Kan)豆腐羹](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Beancurd-In-Thick-Soup-Recipe-Tofu-Kan%E8%B1%86%E8%85%90%E7%BE%B9-HK-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-333x500.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/beancurd-in-thick-soup/) ##### [Beancurd In Thick Soup (Tofu Kan)豆腐羹](https://huangkitchen.com/beancurd-in-thick-soup/) [![Mock Shark Fin Soup 仿鱼翅汤食谱 \\| Huang Kitchen - HK Pinterest Cover Photo](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Mock-Shark-Fin-Soup-%E4%BB%BF%E9%B1%BC%E7%BF%85%E6%B1%A4%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1-Huang-Kitchen-HK-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-333x500.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/imitation-shark-fin-soup/) ##### [Imitation Shark Fin Soup 碗仔翅 / 鱼翅汤](https://huangkitchen.com/imitation-shark-fin-soup/) [![Lotus Root Soup With Peanuts Pinterest 花生莲藕汤](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Lotus-Root-Soup-With-Peanuts-Pinterest-%E8%8A%B1%E7%94%9F%E8%8E%B2%E8%97%95%E6%B1%A4-334x500.jpg)](https://huangkitchen.com/lotus-root-soup-with-peanuts/) ##### [Lotus Root Soup With Peanuts 花生莲藕汤](https://huangkitchen.com/lotus-root-soup-with-peanuts/) ![Gingko Barley Bean Curd Dessert](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Gingko-Barley-Bean-Curd-Dessert-3-of-7-700x466.jpeg) ## **Traditional Chinese New Year Desserts (甜品)** End your meal with nostalgic desserts loved across generations — sweet, comforting and perfect for festive gatherings. [![Bubur Gandum (Sweet Wheat Porridge) 麦粥糖水 - HK Pinterest Cover Photo](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Bubur-Gandum-Sweet-Wheat-Porridge-%E9%BA%A6%E7%B2%A5%E7%B3%96%E6%B0%B4-HK-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-333x500.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/bubur-gandum-sweet-wheat-porridge/) ##### [Bubur Gandum (Sweet Wheat Porridge) 麦粥糖水](https://huangkitchen.com/bubur-gandum-sweet-wheat-porridge/) [![Red Bean Black Glutinous Rice Dessert Recipe 红豆黑糯米糖水食谱 \\| Huang Kitchen - Pinterest Cover Photo](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Red-Bean-Black-Glutinous-Rice-Dessert-Recipe-%E7%BA%A2%E8%B1%86%E9%BB%91%E7%B3%AF%E7%B1%B3%E7%B3%96%E6%B0%B4%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1-Huang-Kitchen-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-333x500.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/red-bean-black-glutinous-rice-dessert/) ##### [Red Bean Black Glutinous Rice Dessert Recipe 红豆黑糯米糖水食谱 (Tong Sui)](https://huangkitchen.com/red-bean-black-glutinous-rice-dessert/) [![](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Gingko-Barley-Beancurd-Sweet-Soup-Recipe-%E6%B4%8B%E8%96%8F%E7%B1%B3%E8%85%90%E7%AB%B9%E7%94%9C%E5%93%81%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1-Huang-Kitchen-HK-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-333x500.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/gingko-barley-beancurd-sweet-soup/) ##### [Gingko Barley Beancurd Sweet Soup 洋薏米腐竹甜品](https://huangkitchen.com/gingko-barley-beancurd-sweet-soup/) [![Huang Kitchen Pinterest Cover Photo - Double Skin Milk Pudding Recipe Shuang Pi Nai](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/HK-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-Double-Skin-Milk-Pudding-Recipe-333x500.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/double-skin-milk-pudding/) ##### [Double Skin Milk Pudding 双皮奶布丁](https://huangkitchen.com/double-skin-milk-pudding/) [![Glutinous Sweet Rice Balls - Tang Yuan - Pinterest](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Glutinous-Sweet-Rice-Balls-Pinterest-335x500.jpg)](https://huangkitchen.com/glutinous-sweet-rice-balls-tang-yuan/) ##### [Glutinous Sweet Rice Balls (Tang Yuan) in Osmanthus Ginger Syrup 桂花姜汁汤圆](https://huangkitchen.com/glutinous-sweet-rice-balls-tang-yuan/) [![Sweet Peanut Butter Glutinous Rice Balls Recipe 花生酱汤圆食谱 - HK Pinterest Cover Photo](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Sweet-Peanut-Butter-Glutinous-Rice-Balls-Recipe-%E8%8A%B1%E7%94%9F%E9%85%B1%E6%B1%A4%E5%9C%86%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1-HK-Pinterest-Cover-Photo-333x500.png)](https://huangkitchen.com/sweet-peanut-butter-glutinous-rice-balls/) ##### [Sweet Peanut Butter Glutinous Rice Balls 花生酱汤圆](https://huangkitchen.com/sweet-peanut-butter-glutinous-rice-balls/) ## Frequently Asked Questions About Chinese New Year Cooking What dishes are traditionally served during Chinese New Year? Common CNY reunion dinner dishes include braised chicken, steamed fish, prawns, mushrooms, lotus root soup, pineapple tarts and nian gao. How early should I prepare Chinese New Year food? Cookies and pineapple tarts can be made as early as 1–2 weeks ahead. To avoid rush, ingredients for reunion dinner dishes can be prepared 1–2 days before serving. 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Readable Markdown	![Rose Pineapple Tarts Recipe 黄梨塔](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/DSC5126_new-700x465.jpg) Chinese New Year is a time for reunion dinners, festive snacks and meaningful dishes shared with family. If you’re planning your CNY reunion dinner menu, this curated collection of traditional Malaysian Chinese recipes will help you prepare with confidence. From auspicious seafood dishes and comforting braised mains to pineapple tarts, nian gao and festive huat kueh, these recipes are perfect for Lunar New Year celebrations, open house gatherings and visiting relatives. Whether you are cooking for a small family reunion or hosting a larger festive table, you’ll find easy, authentic CNY dishes here. 📌 Save this page as your complete Chinese New Year menu guide for 2026. 🧧 Last updated: February 2026 ![Butter Prawns WIth Egg Floss](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Butter-Prawns-WIth-Egg-Floss-6-of-10-700x465.jpeg) ## 🏮 Easy Chinese New Year Menu Combinations Not sure what to cook this year? Here are practical reunion dinner combinations using recipes from this collection. ### 🧧 Simple Family Reunion Dinner - [Chinese Steamed Chicken With Dried Shiitake Mushroom 香菇木耳蒸鸡](https://huangkitchen.com/chinese-steamed-chicken-with-dried-shiitake-mushroom/) - [Stir Fry Chinese Long Bean With Pork Belly 长豆炒五花肉](https://huangkitchen.com/stir-fry-chinese-long-bean-with-pork-belly/) - [Lotus Root Soup With Peanuts 花生莲藕汤](https://huangkitchen.com/lotus-root-soup-with-peanuts/) - [Hakka Braised Pork Belly 客家炸肉](https://huangkitchen.com/hakka-braised-pork-belly/) Comforting, traditional and easy to prepare. * ### 🦐 Prosperity Seafood Table - [Butter Prawns With Egg Floss 蛋丝奶油虾](https://huangkitchen.com/butter-prawns-with-egg-floss/) - [Imitation Shark Fin Soup 碗仔翅 / 鱼翅汤](https://huangkitchen.com/imitation-shark-fin-soup/) - [Braised Shiitake Mushrooms With Broccoli 焖香菇西兰花](https://huangkitchen.com/braised-shiitake-mushrooms-with-broccoli/) - [Yam Abacus Seeds 芋头算盘子](https://huangkitchen.com/yam-abacus-seeds/) Seafood symbolises surplus and prosperity. * ### 🍍 Festive Tea-Time & Open House - [Classic Rose Pineapple Tarts](https://huangkitchen.com/rose-pineapple-tarts/) - [Steamed Pumpkin Huat Kueh](https://huangkitchen.com/steamed-pumpkin-huat-kuih/) - [Sweet Glutinous Rice Balls Tang Yuan](https://huangkitchen.com/sweet-glutinous-rice-balls/) Prepare ahead and serve with tea. * Quick Jump (CNY Menu Ideas): - [Cookies & Snacks](https://huangkitchen.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#cny-cookies) - [Cakes & Buns](https://huangkitchen.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#cny-cakes) - [Reunion Dinner Dishes](https://huangkitchen.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#cny-dinner) - [Nian Gao (New Year Cake)](https://huangkitchen.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#cny-nian-gao) - [Auspicious Soups](https://huangkitchen.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#cny-soup) - [Traditional Desserts](https://huangkitchen.com/chinese-new-year-recipes/#cny-dessert) ![](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Green-Tea-Rolled-Pineapple-Tarts-4-of-8.jpeg) Classic Chinese New Year Cookies & Snacks Chinese New Year snacks are perfect for gifting, visiting relatives, and tea-time during the festive season. Here are classic homemade cookies and traditional snacks, including pineapple tarts and crunchy favourites. ![](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/DSC5033_new.jpg) Chinese New Year Cakes and Buns These festive cakes and buns are soft, fluffy, and symbolic — great for celebrations and family gatherings. You’ll find steamed huat kueh, bao, and traditional kuih-style recipes. ![](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Fried-Milk-With-Egg-Whites-5-of-8.jpeg) Reunion Table Dinner Ideas Planning reunion dinner? These family-style dishes are hearty, shareable, and perfect with steamed rice. Choose a mix of seafood, vegetables, and one “showstopper” dish for a complete table. ![Caramel Nian Gao](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Caramel-Nian-Gao-3-of-10-700x465.jpeg) Nian Gao (Chinese New Year Cake 年糕) Nian Gao is one of the most iconic Chinese New Year foods. Here are popular ways to enjoy it — steamed, fried, and festive variations that are easy to make at home. ![Fish Maw Soup](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Fish-Maw-Soup-1-of-1-1-700x466.jpeg) Auspicious Soups & Prosperity Dishes (好意头汤品) Warm, comforting soups are often served during Chinese New Year as symbols of abundance and good fortune. These classic recipes are great for reunion dinners and family meals. ![Gingko Barley Bean Curd Dessert](https://huangkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Gingko-Barley-Bean-Curd-Dessert-3-of-7-700x466.jpeg) **Traditional Chinese New Year Desserts (甜品)** End your meal with nostalgic desserts loved across generations — sweet, comforting and perfect for festive gatherings. ## Frequently Asked Questions About Chinese New Year Cooking What dishes are traditionally served during Chinese New Year? Common CNY reunion dinner dishes include braised chicken, steamed fish, prawns, mushrooms, lotus root soup, pineapple tarts and nian gao. How early should I prepare Chinese New Year food? Cookies and pineapple tarts can be made as early as 1–2 weeks ahead. To avoid rush, ingredients for reunion dinner dishes can be prepared 1–2 days before serving. What is a simple CNY reunion dinner menu?** A balanced and festive menu includes: • One meat dish • One seafood dish • One vegetable dish • One soup • Festive dessert with auspicious meaning
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